- US President Donald Trump has said if Hamas does not release all remaining hostages from Gaza by midday on Saturday, Israel should cancel the ceasefire and "let hell break out".
- Parliament resumes its sittings today after a long recess that began in early December 2024, with lawmakers expected to handle a busy legislative agenda in both the National Assembly and Senate.
- Machakos County has stepped up efforts to recover stolen electricity meters after a verification exercise revealed that 200 out of 1,800 meters serving public institutions had been stolen.
- Hamas says it’s delaying the release of Israeli hostages until further notice, accusing Israel of breaching the Gaza ceasefire agreement. “Violations include delaying the return of displaced persons to northern Gaza, targeting them with shelling and gunfire in various areas of the Strip, and…
- President William Ruto has called on African leaders to take bold and decisive action to accelerate the realization of Agenda 2063. The President stated that the continent’s leadership bears the responsibility to shape the trajectory of sustainable development by domesticating, implementing, and…
- He noted that the programme has the potential to uplift individual nations and transform Africa as a whole. The post Champion Agenda 2063 for sustainable development, Ruto urges African leaders appeared first on KBC Digital.
- The former Prime Minister is counting on the support of several heads of state he has contacted. The post Raila says AUC bid an achievement regardless of election outcome appeared first on KBC Digital.
- Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has expressed confidence that he will emerge victorious in Saturday’s race for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC). Raila is optimistic about his chances of replacing current Chairperson Moussa Faki, whose term is coming to an end, especially…
- In a landmark partnership to bolster Africa’s fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), the African Union (AU) Commission’s Department of Health, Humanitarian Affairs, and Social Development Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the medical research nonprofit organisation Drugs…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on political leaders to halt early campaigns for the 2027 general election and instead focus on delivering services to Kenyans. Speaking at his Karen residence during a meeting with leaders from Kiambu County, Kindiki emphasized that the government’s…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on political leaders to halt early campaigns for the 2027 general election and instead focus on delivering services to Kenyans. Speaking at his Karen residence during a meeting with leaders from Kiambu County, Kindiki emphasized that the government’s…
- The Senate is set to resume its sittings on Tuesday at 2:30 PM, marking the beginning of the Fourth Session of the 4th Senate. This session follows a long recess that began in early December 2024 and is expected to address key legislative and financial matters. One of the first items on the agenda…
- The Senate is set to resume its sittings on Tuesday at 2:30 PM, marking the beginning of the Fourth Session of the 4th Senate. This session follows a long recess that began in early December 2024 and is expected to address key legislative and financial matters. One of the first items on the agenda…
- Police officers at Archer’s Police Post have arrested a notorious highway robber who has been terrorizing truck drivers at the Isiolo-Garbatula Junction. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspect, 36-year-old Ibrahim Hassan, was captured after a dramatic chase that…
- By Abebe Haile-Gabriel and Yurdi Yasmi Today 733 million people are food insecure. That means one in eleven people are facing hunger across the world. In Africa that number is one in five. If the current trends continue 582 million people will still be chronically undernourished by 2030. That is…
- Since 2018, World Pulses Day has been celebrated globally, providing an opportunity to raise awareness, promote collaboration, leverage innovation and increase investments to make pulses accessible to all. The post Why we celebrate World Pulses Day on 10 February appeared first on KBC Digital.
- President William Ruto has set Kenya’s diplomatic agenda for 2025, emphasizing regional stability, economic diplomacy and climate action while declaring his full backing for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson position. Speaking during the…
- The Ministry of Health has assured the public that a suspected food poisoning incident at St. Thomas Aquinas Igumori Secondary School in Embu County is under control. Principal Secretary for Public Health, Mary Muthoni, confirmed that the students hospitalized on Friday are out of danger adding…
- The Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) is working to enhance inter-agency relations to improve service delivery efficiency in the justice system. Rift Valley Regional Coordinator Tom Imbali emphasized the importance of collaboration among key justice stakeholders to ensure timely…
- The Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) is working to enhance inter-agency relations to improve service delivery efficiency in the justice system. Rift Valley Regional Coordinator Tom Imbali emphasized the importance of collaboration among key justice stakeholders to ensure timely…
- All roads lead to Bomas of Kenya, where special prayers are being held for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who is vying to become the next Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC).ContentsEXPLAINER: The role of the AUC chairVoting process The Orange Democratic Party Director of…
- Foreign Affairs Ps Dr. Korir Sing’Oei, has described Raila Odinga as a 'consummate negotiator, strong leader, and a visionary,' ahead of African Union Commission elections.
- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will launch a systems review of the operations of the National Police Service (NPS) this morning. The anti-graft body says the joint exercise will target various operational areas within the NPS, specifically examining the systems, policies,…
- The University of Nairobi hosted a groundbreaking Environmental Diplomacy Symposium on 6th & 7th February 2025, bringing together key diplomatic figures and environmental experts to discuss pressing environmental challenges facing Kenya and the global community.
- Kenya Broadcasting Corporation is the state-run media organisation of Kenya. It broadcasts in English and Swahili, as well as in most local languages
- The late veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela will be laid to rest on Saturday, February 15, at Lang’ata Cemetery in Nairobi. A series of funeral arrangements have been put in place ahead of his burial. Daily funeral meetings will be held from Monday to Wednesday at All Saints Cathedral from 5…
- Iraq has renewed its unwavering support for Morocco’s territorial integrity while welcoming the growing international momentum behind the Autonomy Plan for the Western Sahara during high-level diplomatic talks held today in Rabat. Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein, who…
- Rwandans living in Kenya came together to commemorate the 31st anniversary of National Heroes’ Day, an occasion dedicated to honouring those who have made exceptional sacrifices for Rwanda’s unity, peace and development. The event, organized by the Rwandan Embassy in collaboration with the Rwandan…
- The government has announced plans to rehabilitate abandoned mining sites across the country, transforming them into valuable resources for productive use. State Department for Mining Principal Secretary (PS) Elijah Mwangi said most of the sites which have been left open posed danger to the…
- The Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has assured the public of safety following an incident in which a patient was murdered in a ward. In a statement issued on Sunday, KNH CEO William Sigilai said the hospital is cooperating with investigators to establish the security breach that may have led to…
- Somali community elders in Isiolo County have condemned the heckling of President William Ruto and other leaders during his visit on Friday. Through Isiolo Somali Council of Elders Chairperson Abdulkadir Shariff Abdullahi and Secretary General Idle Hassan, the elders termed the incident…
- The death of Namibia’s first President, Sam Nujoma, rekindles memories of the country’s long and hard-fought struggle for independence. Nujoma, who led Namibia to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as president for 15 years, spent nearly 30 years in exile. Namibia’s path to…
- The death of Namibia’s first President, Sam Nujoma, rekindles memories of the country’s long and hard-fought struggle for independence. Nujoma, who led Namibia to independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990 and served as president for 15 years, spent nearly 30 years in exile. Namibia’s path to…
- Ruto described Nujoma as a selfless, courageous, and visionary leader who dedicated his life to the liberation and development of Namibia. The post Ruto mourns Namibia’s first President Sam Nujoma first appeared on KBC Digital.
- President William Ruto has sent a message of condolence to the people of Namibia following the passing of their founding President Dr. Sam Nujoma. Ruto described Nujoma as a selfless, courageous, and visionary leader who dedicated his life to the liberation and development of Namibia. “We stand in…
- President William Ruto has sent a message of condolence to the people of Namibia following the passing of their founding President Dr. Sam Nujoma. Ruto described Nujoma as a selfless, courageous, and visionary leader who dedicated his life to the liberation and development of Namibia. “We stand in…
- Ruto described Nujoma as a selfless, courageous, and visionary leader who dedicated his life to the liberation and development of Namibia. The post President Ruto mourns Namibia’s founding leader Sam Nujoma first appeared on KBC.
- Machakos Governor, Wavinya Ndeti, has urged Nyanza residents to back Wiper Party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka's presidential bid in the 2027 General Election. Speaking at a burial ceremony in Ngiya, Siaya County, Governor Ndeti emphasized that the Kamba community had supported Raila Odinga for 15 years…
- Machakos Governor, Wavinya Ndeti, has urged Nyanza residents to back Wiper Party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka’s presidential bid in the 2027 General Election. Speaking at a burial ceremony in Ngiya, Siaya County, Governor Ndeti emphasized that the Kamba community had supported Raila Odinga for 15 years…
- Namibia’s Founding President Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma has died at the age of 95. He passed away on February 8, 2025 while receiving treatment at a hospital in Windhoek. President Nangolo Mbumba announced his death on Sunday morning, describing him as a “gallant son” of Namibia who dedicated his…
- He passed away on February 8, 2025 while receiving treatment at a hospital in Windhoek. The post Namibia mourns founding President Sam Nujoma first appeared on KBC.
- Mandera County women have come together in a collective effort to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a practice that has for long affected young girls in the region. FGM champions, mostly women, are calling for the total eradication of the harmful tradition and are urging fellow women to reject…
- Mandera County women have come together in a collective effort to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a practice that has for long affected young girls in the region. FGM champions, mostly women, are calling for the total eradication of the harmful tradition and are urging fellow women to reject…
- The Ministry of Health has confirmed a new case of Mpox in Makueni County, raising the total number of infections to 38 since the outbreak began. In a statement issued on Saturday, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the virus has now spread across 12 counties, with Nakuru leading…
- Nakuru records highest Mpox cases at 10 as infections spread across 12 counties. The post MoH confirms new Mpox case as infections spread to 12 counties first appeared on KBC.
- Flights in and out of Goma Airport were stopped last week after M23 rebels took control of the critical infrastructure, disrupting humanitarian aid deliveries. In a statement issued after a joint meeting, ministers from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community…
- Flights in and out of Goma Airport were stopped last week after M23 rebels took control of the critical infrastructure, disrupting humanitarian aid deliveries. In a statement issued after a joint meeting, ministers from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community…
