- U.S. President Joe Biden on Tuesday held a call with President William Ruto acknowledging Kenya’s support for the UN mission in Haiti. Biden thanked President Ruto for "answering Haiti’s call to serve as the lead nation of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission," according to the White…
- Beloved series about Marvel’s god of mischief, Loki, played by Tom Hiddleston is set to premiere its second season on Thursday. Speaking in a recent interview about what to expect from the new season, Executive Producer Kevin Wright said that the lawsuit brought against Jonathan Majors, who plays…
- Kevin McCarthy has been toppled in a right-wing revolt - the first time ever that a US House of Representatives Speaker has lost a no-confidence vote. The final tally was 216-210 to remove the California congressman as leader of the Republican majority in the lower chamber of Congress. Ultra-…
- The Cabinet has endorsed the construction of a new stadium in preparation for the Africa Cup of Nations in 2027. The new stadium will be constructed in Nairobi in readiness for the championship that Kenya jointly won the bid to host alongside her east Africa neighbours Tanzania and Uganda. The…
- Kenya is making strides towards realizing the government's universal health coverage agenda and advancing the digitization of healthcare services. During a meeting on Tuesday, Mary Muthoni, Principal Secretary of the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, held discussions…
- The First Lady of the Republic of Kenya has emphasised the need for families to take care of older members of society, as this is the basic unit of life that enables older citizens to have a balanced social and mental well-being. This was during the United Nations International Day for Older People…
- The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has kept the benchmark rate unchanged at 10.5pc in the hope that harvest season will improve supply to ease rising food inflation. While the overall inflation is expected to remain within target, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the banking regulator said on…
- Kenya Airways (KQ) and airBaltic (BT) has announced an interline agreement that will boost connectivity and give customers more travel options between Africa and the Baltic countries. airBaltic, the flag carrier of Latvia, has experienced tremendous growth in the Baltics as well as internationally…
- Authorities are appealing for calm as investigations into the mysterious disease that has affected St. Teresa Eregi Girls High School continue. Kakamega county government on Tuesday confirmed 95 students had been hospitalised after alleged paralysis in the leg. According to Kakamega County's CEC…
- Kenyan Cabinet has approved the construction of a 60,000-seat stadium to stage the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations finals, which will be hosted jointly by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. This was agreed upon and approved by the cabinet in its October 3rd meeting at State House Nairobi, which was chaired by…
- Kenyan Cabinet has approved the construction of a 60,000-seat stadium to stage the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations finals, which will be hosted jointly by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. This was agreed upon and approved by the cabinet in its October 3rd meeting at State House Nairobi, which was chaired by…
- National rugby sevens team head coach Denis Mwanja has named debutant Mourine Morito in the 12 member team that’s set to participate in the Paris 2024 Olympics Games qualifiers set for October 14th-15th in Tunisia. Head coach David Mwanja has included Nakuru RFC player Morine Morito in the Kenya…
- Football stakeholders in the country have appealed to the cabinet secretary for youth affairs, the arts, and sports, Ababu Namwamba, to ensure a smooth and sober leadership transition at the Football Kenya Federation in next year's election to guarantee good planning and organization of the 2027…
- Internationally acclaimed artiste, Wande Coal, hosted an invite-only meet and greet that had everyone eagerly anticipating. This exclusive event brought together Kenyan music lovers and celebrities for a night of unforgettable moments. The night kicked off with Wande Coal’s grand entrance. The…
- President William Ruto has directed ministries to cut their 2023/2024 budgets by 10 percent to align expenditures with available resources amidst the global economic stress. While chairing a cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi, President Ruto emphasized the need for the Government to exercise…
- Chief Justice Martha Koome has advocated for robust enforcement of laws and adoption of new strategies to combat the fast evolving Transnational Organised Crimes and Illicit Financial Flows. While addressing Judiciary Training Institutes, Judges and Judicial Officers from 21 African countries in…
- South African rapper, born Kiernan Forbes but popularly known as AKA will receive a posthumous award at the scheduled 2023 BET awards. The rapper was gunned down in Durban, South Africa in February in what the police have since reported to be a targeted killing. He was 35. The “Congratulate” rapper…
- The government will provide communities with title deeds through the titling program to enable them to benefit from development projects in their areas. The Principal Secretary for the State Department of Lands and Physical Planning Mr. Nixon Korir said communities have been losing benefits and at…
- Amy Pope, the newly elected Director-General of International Organization for Migration (IOM), is set to visit Kenya next week. Ms Pope who was elected in May in Geneva is the first woman to hold the position in IOM’s 72-year history. She jets into the country on 12 to 14 October 2023, for her…
- Amy Pope, the newly elected Director-General of International Organization for Migration (IOM), is set to visit Kenya next week. Ms Pope who was elected in May in Geneva is the first woman to hold the position in IOM’s 72-year history. She jets into the country on 12 to 14 October 2023, for her…
- Siaya Governor James Orengo has bolstered his team through the appointment of new County Chief Officers to support the delivery of his Nyalore Manifesto. Key among these appointments is the CCO Agriculture, food security, livestock and fisheries Elizabeth Adongo, the Governor’s big agenda docket.…
- Siaya Governor James Orengo has bolstered his team through the appointment of new County Chief Officers to support the delivery of his Nyalore Manifesto. Key among these appointments is the CCO Agriculture, food security, livestock and fisheries Elizabeth Adongo, the Governor’s big agenda docket.…
- The Broad One Health Endectocide-based Malaria Intervention in Africa project in partnership with KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme have reported their findings from Phase I (Kenya) and II (Burkina Faso) R21 vaccine trials. In their findings, which evaluated the ability of the vaccine to…
- The Broad One Health Endectocide-based Malaria Intervention in Africa project in partnership with KEMRI Wellcome Trust Research Programme have reported their findings from Phase I (Kenya) and II (Burkina Faso) R21 vaccine trials. In their findings, which evaluated the ability of the vaccine to…
- Two crucial bills meant to support the government’s UHC plan by enhancing healthcare access and quality for all citizens have been tabled in Parliament. The Primary Health Care and Facilities Improvement Bills, 2023 underwent the first reading Tuesday afternoon. The Primary Health Care Bill 2023…
- Two crucial bills meant to support the government’s UHC plan by enhancing healthcare access and quality for all citizens have been tabled in Parliament. The Primary Health Care and Facilities Improvement Bills, 2023 underwent the first reading Tuesday afternoon. The Primary Health Care Bill 2023…
- The Cabinet Secretary for Health Nakhumicha S Wafula has underscored government commitment of achieving Universal Health Coverage through orienting health systems towards a primary health care (PHC) approach which includes components such as multisectoral policy and action,empowered people and…
- The Cabinet Secretary for Health Nakhumicha S Wafula has underscored government commitment of achieving Universal Health Coverage through orienting health systems towards a primary health care (PHC) approach which includes components such as multisectoral policy and action,empowered people and…
- Sarova Hotels and Resorts has inked a franchise agreement with Maiyan Luxury Resort bringing the total number of property under the chain to nine. Sarova Hotels Group Managing Director Jimi Kariuki said the addition of the Nanyuki-based hotel signifies its commitment to providing top-notch…
- Sarova Hotels and Resorts has inked a franchise agreement with Maiyan Luxury Resort bringing the total number of property under the chain to nine. Sarova Hotels Group Managing Director Jimi Kariuki said the addition of the Nanyuki-based hotel signifies its commitment to providing top-notch…
- The Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission is warning of possible misuse of public funds under the guise of preparing for the predicted El Nino rains. In as statement copied to head of public service Felix Koskei, Auditor General Nancy Gathungu and Council of Governors CEO Mary Mwiti, EACC wants all…
- Kenya Power is targeting install 236,924 new meters which have been pending due to procurement constraints. Kenya Power Managing Director Joseph Siror says under the Rapid Results Initiative (RRI), the utility will connect more than 320,000 customers with pending connection within 90 days. “In the…
- A Parliamentary Committee is is reviewing a proposed bill that seeks to revive the production and processing of coconut and cashew nut sectors. The National Assembly Committee on Agriculture and Livestock, chaired by Konoin MP, Hon. Brighton Yegon, is reviewing the Proposed Coconut and Cashew Nut…
- A Parliamentary Committee is is reviewing a proposed bill that seeks to revive the production and processing of coconut and cashew nut sectors. The National Assembly Committee on Agriculture and Livestock, chaired by Konoin MP, Hon. Brighton Yegon, is reviewing the Proposed Coconut and Cashew Nut…
- The Huduma Center in Kisii town is set for expansion to cater for the growing demand in the region. Kisii County Commissioner Tom Anjere says land meant for the expansion has already been allocated. “Due to the recent digitization of 5,000 government services, it is expected that the number of…
- The Huduma Center in Kisii town is set for expansion to cater for the growing demand in the region. Kisii County Commissioner Tom Anjere says land meant for the expansion has already been allocated. "Due to the recent digitization of 5,000 government services, it is expected that the number of…
- The Safari Sevens rugby tournament is set for November 17-19th at RFUEA grounds,Nairobi. Kenya Rugby Union,KRU, announced the return of the tournament promising of an entertaining edition. ‘’ We are proud to be back! The tournament will bring together top African teams, along with international…
- Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) has petitioned the National Assembly to pass a legislation that will enable the agricultural sector to benefit from the Road Maintenance Levy Fund to develop irrigation infrastructure in all parts of Kenya. In the petition received by National Assembly Speaker…
- Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) has petitioned the National Assembly to pass a legislation that will enable the agricultural sector to benefit from the Road Maintenance Levy Fund to develop irrigation infrastructure in all parts of Kenya. In the petition received by National Assembly Speaker…
- Equity Bank and Tatu City have entered into a financial arrangement that avail various financial solutions to customers seeking to acquire assets within the mixed-use Special Economic Zone. Under the deal, the giant lender will facilitate customers for land purchases, construction loans for houses…
- Equity Bank and Tatu City have entered into a financial arrangement that avail various financial solutions to customers seeking to acquire assets within the mixed-use Special Economic Zone. Under the deal, the giant lender will facilitate customers for land purchases, construction loans for houses…
- Kiambu Level 5 Hospital dermatologist Dr. Winnie Njenga, is the first African to win Ksh 4 million Roche-Posay annual Research Grants. This is after her project on “The quality of life in children, teenagers and adults diagnosed with eczema in Kenya,” satisfied the grants’ high-ranking jury of…
- Kiambu Level 5 Hospital dermatologist Dr. Winnie Njenga, is the first African to win Ksh 4 million Roche-Posay annual Research Grants. This is after her project on “The quality of life in children, teenagers and adults diagnosed with eczema in Kenya,” satisfied the grants’ high-ranking jury of…
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is back in the country from Bujumbura, Burundi. Mudavadi was in Burundi for a one-day official visit where met President Evariste Ndayishimiye of the Republic of Burundi and held talks aimed at strengthening the bilateral ties between the two countries.…
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is back in the country from Bujumbura, Burundi. Mudavadi was in Burundi for a one-day official visit where met President Evariste Ndayishimiye of the Republic of Burundi and held talks aimed at strengthening the bilateral ties between the two countries.…
- Two police officers were left nursing injuries after they were hit with stones by irate residents who had barricaded the busy Narok Maai Mahiu highway at Duka Moja area protesting against insecurity. While confirming the Monday incident, Narok East Sub-County Police Officer Jarred Marando said…
- Two police officers were left nursing injuries after they were hit with stones by irate residents who had barricaded the busy Narok Maai Mahiu highway at Duka Moja area protesting against insecurity. While confirming the Monday incident, Narok East Sub-County Police Officer Jarred Marando said…
- The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has passed a resolution granting a mandate to Kenya to intervene in Haiti. Kenya has stepped forward to lead an authorized mission aimed at providing crucial support to Haiti citizens following a formal request from Haiti’s interim government and extensive…
- Former Attorney General Amos Wako now wants Parliament to review electoral laws to make the servers automatically opened and accessible to all Kenyans immediately after elections. While making submissions before the National Dialogue Committee, the former Busia Senator also called for the…
- Former Attorney General Amos Wako now wants Parliament to review electoral laws to make the servers automatically opened and accessible to all Kenyans immediately after elections. While making submissions before the National Dialogue Committee, the former Busia Senator also called for the…
