- Ukambani region has long been synonymous with the finest mangoes. In Kenya, mangoes are often categorised into two groups: the ordinary ones and those from Ukambani. The latter hold a special place in the hearts of many, celebrated for their rich flavour, juiciness, and fleshy texture mangoes have…
- Elon Musk’s xAI artificial intelligence firm has acquired Musk’s X, the social media outfit formerly known as Twitter for Ksh4 trillion ($33 billion), marking the latest twist in the billionaire’s rapid consolidation of power. The all-stock deal announced on Friday combines two of Musk’s multiple…
- Making sound financial decisions is a critical skill, whether you’re a young entrepreneur looking to build wealth or a corporate professional striving for financial independence. Strategic financial planning and leveraging the right financial tools determine your long-term success and stability.…
- When Jerusah Angulu, delivered her lastborn daughter – now aged two years- her life changed. The child was born with cerebral palsy. The mother of three and a resident of Mwakirunge in Mombasa County, narrates to PD Weekendi the experience of raising a child with cerebral palsy. “When the doctor…
- Research plays a critical role in national development, driving innovation, informing policy decisions, and providing solutions to scientific, technological, economic, social, and environmental challenges. In Kenya, research institutions are at the heart of advancements in healthcare, agriculture,…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Kenya Cup semi-finals The Kenya Cup rugby semi-finals are scheduled for today with defending champions Kabras Sugar RFC hosting Nondescripts RFC at the Kakamega Showground, while KCB RFC will face Menengai Oilers at 4:00pm…
- The Council of Governors (CoG) wants the shareable revenue increased by Sh131.82 billion from Sh405.1 billion to Sh536.88 billion. In a presentation on the Division of Revenue Bill 2025 currently undergoing public participation before the Budget and Appropriations Committee (BAC) chaired by Alego…
- Over the last eight months, President William Ruto, once a charismatic leader on the rise, has found himself at the centre of unprecedented intense public backlash and ridicule. His popularity, which had soared as he ascended to the presidency in 2022, has plummeted, with chants of “Ruto Must Go”…
- The government has established a new police command to conduct security operations in Samburu, Laikipia, Isiolo and parts of Meru counties. Dubbed ‘Operation Maliza Uhalifu (OMU) Two’, the Command Centre will be located at Kirimon in Laikipia county and will be tackling emerging crimes in the…
- The 47 devolved units are staring at a loss of Sh50.5 billion meant for the implementation of donor-funded projects as senators and MPs clash over a crucial Bill. This is after the two Houses of Parliament—Senate and National Assembly—passed own versions of the County Governments Additional…
- Kenya’s banking sector has seen unprecedented profits in recent years. The record pre-tax profits of Sh262.3 billion in 2024 represented extraordinary financial achievement. With this remarkable economic success, what’s their ethical responsibility? Banks are more than just profit-generating…
- National intelligence agencies globally primarily focus on protecting national security by identifying and mitigating threats, gathering and analysing intelligence and advising policymakers, with structures and roles varying by country. Article 242 of the Constitution established the National…
- Kenya’s electoral history is a dynamic narrative of struggle, reform, and resilience. From the early post-independence days, when electoral bodies served as mere appendages of the executive, to the hard-fought gains of multiparty democracy and constitutional reforms, the country’s electoral…
- Donald Trump asked the US Supreme Court on Friday to allow his use of a 1798 law to swiftly deport alleged Venezuelan gang members as part of his administration’s hardline approach to immigration, arguing that courts must not encroach on the president’s national security authority. The Justice…
- A day after US President Donald Trump said he would hit foreign cars and car parts with a new import tax of 25%, many of the world’s biggest automakers appeared stunned into silence as they took in a move expected to wreak havoc across the industry. Investors sold off shares of carmakers in Japan,…
- Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya has revisited the calls for the Luhya community to consider their political future away from the dominant political parties of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the ruling United Democratic Party (UDA) ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking on Friday, March…
- AFC Leopards coach Fred Ambani has reiterated the importance of a winning result in the weekend Mashemeji Derby against arch-rivals Gor Mahia this Sunday, March 30, 2025. The two sides will meet at Nyayo National Stadium for the anticipated showdown, with the former national team striker revealing…
- Three people have petitioned the High Court to stop interviews for Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) member positions because the selection panel is expected to interview some people who made applications after the deadline. On March 5, 2025, the panel published a list of all…
- Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has faulted the move by Raila Odinga to close ranks with the Kenya Kwanza movement, saying it caught him by surprise. Speaking in Trans Nzoia on Friday, March 28, 2025, Natembeya, who was part of the Azimio coalition, revealed his astonishment at Raila’s…
- Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi has strongly criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, warning him against continuously identifying himself with the Mt. Kenya region and perpetuating what he termed outdated tribal politics. Speaking on Friday, March 28, 2025, during a National…
- The Premier League has confirmed it will have two transfer windows this summer due to “exceptional” circumstances surrounding the Club World Cup. The first transfer window will open early, and run between Sunday 1 June and Tuesday 10 June. It will then close briefly before reopening on Monday 16…
- Former Brazilian football player Dani Alves has had a rape conviction against him quashed upon appeal. The top court in Spain’s Catalonia region said it overturned the original ruling in Alves’ case saying it had presented “inconsistencies and contradictions”. The former Barcelona player was found…
- Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, on Friday, March 28, 2025, penned a lengthy open letter to President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga regarding the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) reconstitution. In his letter, Kalonzo noted that as the country prepares…
- The national government, through the Ministry of Health (MOH), has deployed emergency measures to contain the Kala-azar outbreak. In a statement on Friday, March 28, 2025, the Ministry of Health noted that the emergency response targets Wajir and Marsabit counties, where 617 cases have been…
- Kenya Rugby Sevens team Shujaa kicked off their Hong Kong series edition, registering a win and defeat in the opening group ties this Friday, March 28, in the Kai Tai stadium. The Kenyans started on a high with a remarkable 19-0 win over Spain. Kevin Wambua’s side, however, slumped to a slim 12-7…
- The government has declared Monday, March 31, 2025, a public holiday to celebrate Idd-ul-Fitr. In a gazette notice dated Friday, March 28, 2025, Interior Cabinet Secretary declared the holiday, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan for the Muslim calendar. “It is notified for the general…
- Rising Stars head coach Salim Babu has named a provisional squad ahead of the U20 African Cup of Nations (Afcon) finals set to be hosted in Egypt. Before announcing the 35-man squad, Babu embarked on a tour across the country aimed at scouting the best young talent. Amos Wanjala, Manzur Okwaro,…
- Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma now says the Office of the Auditor General, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), the Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC) and the police are the most corrupt government entities. In a statement on X on Friday, March 28, 2025, Kaluma accused the institutions of…
- Kenya’s national men’s rugby team Shujaa get down into action this morning as the fifth leg of the World sevens series kicks-off in Hong Kong at the Kai Tai stadium. Shujaa has been lined-up for tough openers against Vancouver sevens bronze medallists Spain from 6.39am Kenyan time, followed by a…
- Football Kenya Federation’s National Super League side APS Bomet has landed a mega sponsorship deal with betting firm WR Bet. The collaboration will see WR Bet sponsor Sh 5.5 million into the team’s operations for the 2024/2025 season, alongside Sh 270,000 sponsorship for new kits. This partnership…
- In less than a week to go to the 2025 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Term One Games, the stage is set at the Shanzu Teachers Training College in Mombasa County ahead of the action scheduled ton start on April 5, to April 13. Following a thrilling regional competition, top…
- Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has listed 10 issues that the Kenya Kwanza government should address immediately to calm down Kenyans who are dissatisfied with government performance. In a statement on X on Friday, March 28, 2025, Onyonka if the 10 issues are addressed, the government will not…
- Lawmakers want the Attorney General to address growing concerns of civil servants taking home less than one-third of their salaries. The MPs, who sit in the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), would like Attorney General Dorcas Oduor to develop a policy to provide guidelines. This comes after Auditor…
- Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing’oei has stated that President William Ruto has appointed former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a peace envoy for South Sudan. The PS said the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader will travel to Juba to engage President Salva Kiir and his…
- The government is set to launch a policy on agricultural financing aimed at improving access to credit for farmers and boosting production. The policy, expected in the next two months, seeks to address the risks that discourage financial institutions from extending credit to the sector. Agriculture…
- There was a light moment as interviews for members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) started yesterday when one of the candidates, Abduba Mollu, admitted that his wife had also applied for the job. Mollu didn’t think it was unethical for a husband and a wife to serve in…
- The government is set to increase county allocations by Sh17.6 billion in the 2025/26 financial year, bringing the total equitable revenue share to Sh405.06 billion, a 4.5 per cent rise from the current Sh387.4 billion. The National Treasury projects that total allocations will rise from Sh2.5…
- Kenya’s gaming industry faces a major shake-up as the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BC&LB) cracks down on standalone crash and aviator game applications, even as the world considers the sector a gray area amid surge in online betting. In a decisive move, the regulator has mandated that…
- Busia County Senator Okiya Omtatah has called out Director of National Intelligence Service (NIS) Noordin Haji and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Charles Kahariri for warning against the ‘Ruto must go’ chants. The security chiefs made the remarks on Thursday, March 27, 2025, during an event held at…
- President William Ruto has dispatched his deputy Kithure Kindiki to join governors from the Mt Kenya region to mobilise support ahead of his weeklong visit. Sources aware of the ongoing political manoeuvres reveal that Ruto has tasked Kindiki with engaging governors and local leaders to identify…
- Micro and small taxpayers, particularly Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), form the backbone of economies worldwide. In Kenya, MSMEs constitute the vast majority of business entities and play a crucial role in employment and economic growth across various industries and sectors. However…
- AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is rapidly becoming one of the most dangerous threats to children online. With the rise of generative artificial intelligence, criminals are now able to create hyper-realistic abuse images and videos of children who do not exist or digitally…
- Recent reports that 274 Kenyan migrant domestic workers have died in Saudi Arabia in the past five years are disturbing and worrying. Titled ‘Why Maids Keep Dying in Saudi Arabia’, the report by the New York Times (NYT) published on March 16 adds to the agony that affected families, survivors, and…
- In Kenya today, the cost of living is rising, and it is hard for individuals to survive on a single source of income. Inflation is making it difficult for people to afford necessities. As of 2025, inflation stands at around 3.5 percent, and the prices of essential goods like maize flour, fuel, and…
- Manufacturers warn that premature deindustrialization, policy uncertainty, and high operational costs are stifling the sector’s ability to reach its full potential. Despite being identified as a key driver for job creation, the industry continues to struggle due to systemic challenges, according to…
- About a century ago, Europe was the centre of intellectual discourse. The Frankfurt School in the social sciences refers to the star-studded concentration of scholars in that German city before the Second World War. Building on a tradition established by early thinkers, they continued the custom of…
- Italy is set to invest €15 million (Sh2.09 billion) in the construction of a state-of-the-art training centre aimed at enhancing coffee productivity, quality and sustainability. The facility will serve as a centre of excellence, equipping farmers and professionals with skills in green coffee…
- Rwanda’s economic outlook has taken a hit as Moody’s Ratings downgraded the country’s outlook from stable to negative, citing heightened risks from regional conflicts, in a move likely to impact the broader East Africa region. The New York-based credit rating agency affirmed Rwanda’s long-term…
- Africa’s digital payments economy is on the brink of unprecedented growth, with projections indicating it will reach $1.5 trillion (Sh194.1 trillion) by 2030, according to Mastercard. This presents a golden opportunity for Kenyan firms to tap into the sector, driving economic expansion through…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Ruto’s Mt. Kenya tour As President William Ruto plans to visit the Mount Kenya region, more reactions from several leaders are expected. Given the shift in the political map after Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment, the tour is…
