November 22, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Complete New Terminal at JKIA By 2026 - Murkomen
The government is set to build a new terminal at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to ease pressure on the existing facilities. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Assures Visiting Indian Minister of Investor-Friendly Policies
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has assured foreign investors of favorable policies in the country that will ease the constraints in the investment sector. Read more »
Kenya: Kakuzi Scores Five Nominations as Avocado Industry Excellence Awards 2023 Finalists Announced
Listed superfoods producer Kakuzi Plc (NSE: KUKZ) leads the pack of local Avocado value chain players shortlisted for this year's Kenya Avocado Industry Excellence Awards 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Knchr Calls for Release of 2014 GMO Taskforce Report to Aid Informed Choices
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has called for the publication of a 2014 task force report on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in line with the… Read more »
Kenya: Court Declines to Drop Sh357 Million Graft Case Against KRA Chair Mwaura
The Anti-Corruption Court has declined an application to terminate a graft case against Kenya Revenue Authority Board Chairperson Anthony Mwaura and his spouse. Read more »
November 21, 2023
Kenya: High Court Halts Suspension of 67 Police Officers Over Corruption Allegations
The High Court has issued an injunction to halt the suspension of 67 police officers following a decision made by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei. Read more »
Kenya: You Must Take Responsibility for Flood Emergencies - Gachagua to Governors
Deputy President Rigathi Gachgua has told off Governors blaming the national government's inaction on flooding following heavy rains witnessed in parts of the country. Read more »
Kenya: Uhuru Kenyatta, Raila Odinga Behind Shadowy Operative Claiming Sh17 Billion Oil Shipment - Malala
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) now claims retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and ODM leader Raila Odinga are behind the controversial Sh17bn oil shipment claimed by a… Read more »
Kenya: Air Accident Investigation Department to Probe Masalani Helicopter Incident
The Air Accident Investigation Department (AAID) has commenced investigations into the death of a teacher hit by helicopter's tail rotor blade in Masalani, Garissa County. Read more »
Kenya: CS Wahome Says Govt Will Not Intervene in Planned Kirima Land Evictions
Cabinet Secretary for Lands Alice Wahome has now ruled out the government intervention on the planned Njiru land evictions. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Urges EACC, DCI to Hire Accountants as Investigating Officers
Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has urged both the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and Directorate of Criminal Investigations(DCI) to hire accountants as… Read more »
Kenya: Northern Kenya MPs Decry Over Unequal El Niño Aid Distribution
MPs from the Northern Kenya region have decried over what they perceive as discrimination and neglect by the national government in addressing the impact of the El Niño… Read more »
Kenya: Wajir Leaders Seek Urgent Aid Amid Devastating El Nino Rains
Leaders from Wajir County have made an urgent appeal to the national government to release emergency funds to address the severe impact of the ongoing El Nino rains. Read more »
Kenya: Prosecution Witness in Case Against Maina Njenga Collapses as Hearing Starts
The first witness in the case against former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga collapsed Monday at the beginning of the hearing in Nakuru. Read more »
Kenya: Mackenzie, 28 Others to Be Held Until Dec 22 Pending Ruling on Extended Detantion
Shakahola forest cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 28 others are set to remain in custody until December 22 pending a ruling on the state's application seeking to have them detained… Read more »
Kenya: Insecurity in Turkana County Linked to Frequent Clashes With South Sudan's Toposa Community
Turkana County has been grappling with persistent insecurity, largely attributed to frequent conflicts between the Toposa community from South Sudan and the Turkana community in… Read more »
Kenya: MPs Grill CS Linturi Over Duty Waiver On Sugar, Rice and Maize Imports
The National Assembly Committee on Agriculture has directed Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi to furnish it with a full list of companies that received duty waivers to… Read more »
Kenya: NTSA - 3,760 Lives Lost in Road Traffic Accidents Since January 1
At least 3,760 people have lost their lives through road accidents between January and October 15, data released by the National Transport Safety Authority (NTSA) has showed. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Resumes Flights to Thailand
Kenya Airways has announced the resumption of flights to Bangkok starting today. Read more »
November 20, 2023
Kenya: Army Helicopter Crashes in Wajir After Delivering Relief Food
A Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) logistics helicopter crashed in Buna, Wajir North, on Monday where it flew to deliver relief supplies to residents affected by floods. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto in Germany to Seek Jobs for Kenyans
President William Ruto is in Germany to explore employment opportunities for Kenyan citizens in the European nation. Read more »
Kenya: Six Teams in Kasarani Receive 5 Million Sponsorship From SportPesa
Leading online gaming firm SportPesa reaffirmed its dedication to fostering grassroots sports development by unveiling a groundbreaking 5 million sponsorship kitty for six local… Read more »
Kenya: Father and Son Crowned Champions as RX Motorsport Season Ends in Dramatic Fashion
Charan Thethy and his son Rajveer Thethy were among those crowned the 2023 RX Motorsport Kenya Champions as the season came to a dramatic end at the WRC Kasarani "Triple S"… Read more »
Kenya: Heavy Rains At the Coast to Extend to January 31 - Forecast
Heavy rains in Mombasa and the larger coastal region are projected to continue until January 31, a new forecast has shown. Read more »
Kenya/Seychelles: Harambee Stars Bounce Back to Demolish Seychelles in World Cup Qualifier
Harambee Stars skipper Michael Olunga netted a brace as Kenya thrashed hapless Seychelles 5-0 to pick first win in their Group F 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier match played in… Read more »