- Gor Mahia FC have officially announced the departures of Boniface Omondi and Samuel Onyango, two long-serving players, as part of a wider shake-up ahead of the 2025/26 season. The record 21-time Kenyan Premier League champions made the announcement on Friday, July 11,2025 confirming that both…
- Kenya’s microfinance sector is facing a moment of reckoning as new data shows a contraction in assets and earnings, amid intensifying regulatory pressure and aggressive competition from digital lenders and commercial banks. A new report by pan-African credit rating agency Agusto & Co. reveals…
- In response to the alarming rise in drug abuse and crime among Gen Z youths along the Kenyan coast, a new peacebuilding initiative is using the power of creative arts to foster social cohesion and harmony in schools across Mombasa and Kwale counties. Muslims Women Advancement of Rights and…
- President William Ruto has challenged leaders encouraging the youth to take to the streets in protest to instead offer a better plan for solving their issues. “I want my plan of creating employment opportunities for our young people to be tested against that of my competitors,” he said on Thursday…
- On a sweltering Saturday morning in Likoni, Mombasa county, Mwanajuma Ali trudges along the dusty roadside under the punishing sun, her infant daughter strapped to her back and another child limping beside her. Visibly weary, the mother of three is on a desperate mission to find a spot at Shelly…
- Residents of Elgeyo Marakwet County have high expectations as President William Ruto prepares to tour the region on Saturday, with the reopening of Fluorspar Mining Company in Kimwarer topping their agenda. More than 3,000 workers lost their jobs when the company ceased operations five years ago…
- A cloud of grief hangs over Kenya’s Muslim community following the death of Chief Kadhi Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein Athman, a revered Islamic scholar and judicial figure known for his humility, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to justice. Sheikh Abdulhalim, 54, passed away at his home in Tudor,…
- President William Ruto’s Sh 29.7 billion ($229 million) National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (Nyota) project is staring at collapse following failure by the government to supplement World Bank funding. Lawmakers yesterday questioned the rush towards launching the project. Cooperatives…
- A new study reveals that engaging faith leaders from the outset of health programmes could significantly improve uptake of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines and contraceptives in Kenya, where religious leaders influence nearly 50 percent of their congregations’ health decisions. The “Faith…
- The government has intensified works at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi as part of its final preparations to host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) set for August. In an update shared on Friday, July 11,2025 Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration…
- The resignation of Moses Kuria as senior adviser to President William Ruto has ignited speculation about his political ambitions and potential impact on the fragmented Mt Kenya region. Critics question whether his departure signals genuine political independence or a calculated move to further…
- The government has been put on the spot for failing to act or ignoring intelligence on mayhem meted on Kenyans during the Monday’s Saba Saba day protests. Saying the government should bear responsibility for the deaths and destruction of property, a bitter Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro said “the…
- At least 34 counties will receive Sh16.8 billion from the Equalization Fund to support the delivery of basic services such as water, roads, health facilities, and electricity in marginalized areas, if a new bill is enacted. The Equalization Fund Appropriation Bill, 2025 seeks to provide for the…
- Counties have accused the National Treasury of late disbursement of funds which has caused a sharp rise of pending bills which stood at Sh173 billion as of March 2025. Nairobi County is the worst hit by delayed funding from national government with a total of Sh116 billion accounting for 70 per…
- The high season of Kenya’s political discourse is already rising to a crescendo. The campaigns are on. Aspirants of various political positions are taking to the podiums across the country to articulate their views. Increasingly, speakers are relying on imagery as part of their rhetorical arsenal.…
- Every day, thousands of Kenyans undergo dialysis – a painful, time-consuming, and life-sustaining procedure that stands between them and premature death. Yet, despite the critical nature of this treatment, the Social Health Authority (SHA) continues to reimburse dialysis at a woefully inadequate…
- Deep within Kenya’s informal economy is a robust but often overlooked teacher of economic practice – prostitution. Sex work, despite its stigmatisation and criminalisation, has much to teach us about pricing, risk management, customer segmentation and innovation. In a nation where more than 83 per…
- In keeping with past centennials, this year’s Saba Saba Day did not disappoint. Save for pockets of the Nyanza, Coast and Rift Valley regions that experienced relative calm, the rest of the country lived up to the billing of past Saba Saba Days, characterised by running battles between protesters…
- Kenya’s recent acceptance as a provisional member of the Washington Accord under the International Engineering Alliance marks a historic milestone for the country’s engineering education and professional landscape. This achievement, driven by the tireless effort of the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK…
- In Kenya, “attachment” means something very different from what it suggests in therapy. For most students, it’s not about emotional connection. It’s about being sent into the job market to gain “practical skills”, usually without a desk, a mentor, or, most critically, a single shilling in…
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has challenged Kenyans who have attained 18 years to take advantage of the government’s efforts to streamline issuance of national identity cards to become eligible for voting in 2027. He particularly urged residents of far flung areas that have remained…
- As the dust settles, Isiolo Governor Abdi Hassan Guyo now faces a renewed challenge—not just to govern, but to heal a broken political system and restore faith in county leadership. This, even as details emerged of how Guyo and his allies engaged in intense political lobbying, reaching out to…
- New HIV infections in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) could soon decline significantly following a landmark agreement to expand access to prevention tools. An agreement between the Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria and Gilead Sciences will see Lenacapavir, a long-acting…
- The government has embarked on an ambitious initiative to restore the depleted Kaptagat forest ecosystem, a vital water tower in the North Rift covering 4,000 hectares. The initiative will be carried out through the Kaptagat Integrated and Livelihoods programme and will cover Sabor, Kessup and…
- Africa is rich in natural resources and the significance of this wealth has become even more pronounced amid the triple crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution facing humanity and the planet. The African continent is incredibly rich in “traditional” mineral resources, holding…
- Sanlam Kenya Plc’s ownership structure is set for a major shift after the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) granted two major shareholders, Hubris Holdings Ltd and Sanlam Allianz Africa Proprietary Ltd (SAZ) an exemption from Kenya’s mandatory takeover rules. The exemption allows the entities to…
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) defied economic headwinds to collect Sh2.571 trillion in the 2024/2025 financial year, surpassing its Sh2.555 trillion target. This represents a 6.8 per cent increase over the previous year’s Sh2.407 trillion, despite challenges such as subdued trade volumes, weak…
- Africa stands at a pivotal era in its development trajectory. With a rapidly growing population, an increasingly youthful demographic, and vast untapped resources, the continent is poised for transformative growth. However, realising that this potential hinges on one crucial factor: access to…
- Kenya’s first bond issue of 2025/26 has recorded an impressive performance of 153 per cent attracting bids amounting to Sh76.9 billion in just less than two weeks into the financial year. This shows the untenable appetite that the Kenyan investors have on government securities. The government…
- Tusker FC captain Charles Momanyi has committed his future to the Ruaraka-based side, signing a one-year contract extension ahead of the 2025/26 Football Kenya Federation-Premier League (FKF-PL) season. The experienced central defender, who has anchored the Brewers’ backline since joining, is…
- Kenya’s top amateur golfers are set for an exciting new chapter as the Kenya Golf Union (KGU) launches the Kenya Swing Tournaments next weekend. The event, which is a three-part series, is poised to decide coveted slots for the 2026 Magical Kenya Open (MKO) and elevate the country’s profile as a…
- Kisumu Day boys football team, the county’s reigning champions and fan favourites, have been dramatically disqualified from the Nyanza Regional Secondary Schools Ball Games after a jury found they fielded ineligible players, shaking up the title race just as the event kicked off in Kisumu City. The…
- With just 22 days to go before kick-off, Kenya’s Harambee Stars are gearing up to face continental giants in the 2024 African Nations Championship (Chan) in Nairobi, Kampala, Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Harambee Stars will march from the Kasarani Stadium on August 3 to face two-time winners, the…
- Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has defended his 2024 Africa Nations Championship (Chan) squad selection, dismissing criticism from local football circles and insisting his picks are driven by first-hand assessment and a mission to take Kenya beyond just participation at the continental…
- President William Ruto has gazetted new Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Erastus Ethekon and six commissioners. The gazette comes moments after the High Court upheld the nomination of the seven commissioners, after a three-judge bench led by Justices Roselyne…
- The High Court has upheld the nomination of the seven Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) nominees but has quashed their gazettement by President William Ruto. This comes after a three-judge bench led by Justices Roselyne Aburili, John Chigiti, and Bahati Mwamuye dismissed a…
- Trans-Nzoia County Governor George Natembeya has raised sharp concerns over the state of police reforms in Kenya, arguing that the government has ignored the root cause of public frustration. In a candid interview on a local TV station on Thursday, July 10, 2025, the former Rift Valley Regional…
- Kiharu Member of Parliament (MP) Ndindi Nyoro has stated that Kenyans will not turn against each other for the benefit of politicians. Speaking when he attended a Members Information Day at Wanjengi Coffee Factory in Wangu Ward, Kiharu Constituency, on July 10, 2025, he noted that leaders are…
- Nairobi County Senator Edwin Sifuna has launched a blistering attack on President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of undermining democracy through violent suppression of protests. Speaking in the Senate on July 10, 2025, Sifuna cited recent killings and injuries during demonstrations as…
- Members of Parliament (MPs) have thrown their support behind a proposed law that seeks to formally recognise and support informal schools serving learners in informal settlements and other marginalised areas across the country. The Basic Education (Amendment) Bill, 2025, sponsored by Mathare MP…
- Kitui County Senator Enoch Wambua has called on President William Ruto to rescind his controversial call to police officers to shoot protesters in the leg, warning the order could fuel bloodshed and deepen Kenya’s political crisis. The order, issued on July 9, 2025, came at the height of the…
- Nandi County Senator Samson Cherargei has slammed the widespread practice of politicians branding public projects with their own images, calling it not just unethical but outright illegal. Speaking during a Senate committee session on devolution and intergovernmental relations on Thursday, July 10…
- Murang’a County government will cover all medical and mortuary expenses for victims of the Saba Saba protests, Governor Irungu Kang’ata has announced. The decision follows nationwide demonstrations on July 7, 2025, marking the 35th anniversary of the Sabasaba pro-democracy movement. At least eleven…
- Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) CEO Fred Siyoi has urged East African nations to unite in the fight against counterfeit and substandard medicines, calling for stronger regional cooperation to secure pharmaceutical supply chains. Speaking at the Operation African Star workshop in Nairobi on…
- President William Ruto has pledged Ksh10 million to Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKF PL) newbies Nairobi United FC’ The Head of State has promised to support the club’s growth as they prepare for their debut in Kenya’s top league. Speaking at State House on Thursday, July 10, 2025,…
- Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has slammed the recent decision by the Kenya Sugar Board to temporarily shut down five sugar mills in the Western Region for a period of three months, effective July 11, 2025. According to a notice by the Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) dated July 7, 2025…
- The government has announced the temporary closure of five sugar mills in the western region, effective July 11, 2025, for three months. According to a notice by the Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) dated July 7, 2025, the closure targets key millers in Western Kenya, including Nzoia Sugar Company, Butali…
- Baringo County Woman Representative Flowrence Jematiah Sergon has sparked public outrage after urging Kenya’s Gen Z to choose self-reflection over street protests. Appearing on a local TV station interview on July 10, 2025, the legislator dismissed the ongoing youth-led demonstrations, saying young…
- In a scathing statement, the Thirdway Alliance Party has launched a blistering attack on President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of orchestrating state-sponsored violence, ethnic persecution, and gross human rights violations. The party is now calling for the immediate resignation of…
- Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu has responded to President William Ruto’s remarks that the current political unrests were not experienced during the Kibaki and Uhuru’s terms. Speaking during a live TV interview on Thursday, July 10, 2025, Nyutu indicated that no president has avoided criticism. “In the…
