- The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has raised alarms over a proposed law that could lead to the collapse of 24 banks and the loss of 7,000 jobs across the sector.
- The World Wide Fund for Nature's (WWF) Norwegian chapter will have its day in court Thursday, after it sued Norway for opening up its seabed to mining before performing sufficient impact studies.
- Asian markets diverged Thursday as investors brushed off a negative lead from Wall Street while welcoming a drop in Treasury yields and data showing US inflation was holding steady. Treasury yields slipped, weighing on the dollar Wednesday, though the greenback edged back slightly in Asian trade.
- America's largest private employer, Walmart, is the latest name to join a list of US businesses and institutions rethinking programs to bolster minority groups as support for progressive policies erodes. Emboldened by Trump's campaign pledges to end "wokeness," conservative groups have been filing…
- Donald Trump's tariff threats have rattled foreign businesses and governments, with many fearing it could signal the opening salvo of an all-out trade war when he returns to the White House next year. The US trade deficit with Vietnam has widened in recent years on a surge in goods imports.
- Miki Yim is the wife of renowned Fast and Furious actor Sung Kang. The couple has been married for a while now. So, how much do you know about her? Find out.
- Mexico's president discussed migration and drug trafficking with US President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday -- two issues he had raised as justification for raising import tariffs on America's southern neighbor.
- The price of Arabica coffee hit the highest level since 1977 on Wednesday, approaching a record high as drought in top producer Brazil this year hits supplies. Brazil, the world's largest coffee producer, faced a record-breaking drought this year which has raised significant concerns for 2025/2026…
- The Capital Markets Authority has approved Safaricom's Ziidi Money Market Fund, accessible via M-Pesa, marking a significant milestone in financial innovation.
- Brazil's Supreme Court on Wednesday started examining four cases that turn on how far social media should be regulated, and what responsibilities platforms have in cracking down on illegal content. One key point it is looking at is whether social media platforms can be fined for illegal content…
- Swiss banking giant UBS, which took over its rival Credit Suisse last year, has been acquitted on appeal in a high-profile money laundering trial, Switzerland's Federal Criminal Court said Wednesday. A pillar of Swiss banking and the second-largest Swiss bank at the time, Credit Suisse in 2022 was…
- Arsenal centre-back Williams Saliba has labelled his teammate "top three" in the world following their massive Champions League victory over Sporting CP.
- Canadian investment fund Brookfield said Wednesday it has dropped its bid for Spanish pharmaceutical firm Grifols following disagreement over its valuation. In a statement sent to Spanish stock market regulator CNMV, Brookfield said it was "not in a position to continue with a potential offer" for…
- Comedienne Nasra Yussuf posted videos of her new look. She got artificial beards and dressed like a man, eliciting mixed reactions from social media users.
- The Kenyan government has paused its national job recruitment programme to process 5,931 job offers and reorganize for the next phase post-Jamhuri Day.
- Mexico said Wednesday the United States will be shooting itself in the foot if President-elect Donald Trump implements his threats to impose 25-percent tariffs on Mexican imports. He said he would charge 25 percent tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports and 10 percent on Chinese goods "above any…
- Saudi Arabia announced Wednesday it is ready to open the first part of the Riyadh Metro, a major project intended to help shift the car-centric kingdom to public transport. Saudi Arabia is the world's biggest exporter of crude oil, though Vision 2030 is intended to transition the kingdom away from…
- France does not get to decide whether a free trade deal between the EU and South America's Mercosur bloc goes ahead -- only Brussels does, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Wednesday. Brazil's position, stressed by Lula in a speech on Brazilian industry, crosses swords with that…
- An elderly man from Florida was overwhelmed after a thoughtful couple gifted him a new truck while well-wishers contributed KSh 1.7 million to him online.
- Ademola Lookman's superb form for Atalanta this season has earned the Nigerian forward another impressive milestone in the Italian Serie A ahead of his rivals.
- Elias Njeru, a businessman from Nakuru county was filmed by his barber enjoying a snack after shaving. The video elicited mixed reactions from Kenyans.
- Elias Njeru, a businessman from Nakuru county was filmed by his barber enjoying a snack after shaving. The video elicited mixed reactions from Kenyans.
- Mugithi singers Carol Katrue and Peter Miracle Baby had split up. Carol announced that she was single. Days later, the two announced that they were back together.
- An explosion in a plastics factory near the southeastern Spanish city of Alicante killed three people and injured seven on Wednesday, emergency services said. Valencia emergency services had written on X that seven people were injured overall.
- A man was found dead in Kiamaciri Police Station in Kagio, Kirinyaga county on the day of his wife's burial. The man had been arrested by police over wife's death
- A man identified as Kenneth Koech shared that he needs MP Oscar Sudi to help him get a job or start a business. He lost his mum and his dad leased their land.
- Thousands of fans in China showed love to Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge, who has been in the country in the past few days, meeting fellow athletes, fans, and students.
- Irene Nekesa, famous for working as Diana Marua's nanny, asked for financial assistance after quitting her job. Dem Wa Facebook visited her and took her shopping.
- US inflation -- set to be a key issue for incoming president Donald Trump -- accelerated slightly last month, according to data published Wednesday, underscoring price pressures in the world's largest economy. Personal income rose 0.6 percent month-on-month, an acceleration from September, when it…
- A son has recalled his final moments with his mother before she was struck dead by lighting alongside another woman while working at their farm in Rukwa, Tanzania.
- Food4Education has partnered with the Akshaya Patra Foundation to transform school feeding programs in Kenya by feeding 450,000 children from humble homes.
- KMPDU has directed all intern doctors to cease work following the tragic death of intern pharmacist Francis Njuki, allegedly due to work-related frustrations.
- Grace Akinyi, a Kenyan woman who recently graduated from the University of Edinburgh has thanked her friend who pushed her to apply for the scholarship.
- Atalanta has set a new asking price for Ademola Lookman as transfer interest from top European clubs intensifies in the CAF Player of the Year favourite.
- Kenyan actress Catherine Kamau unveiled a new Toyota Prado on Instagram, celebrating her latest luxury ride with fans. The sleek SUV adds to her growing collection.
- Italian football expert, Monica Scozzafava, has named one crucial reason why Romelu Lukaku is a better player for Napoli than Nigerian forward, Victor Osimhen.
- Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Wednesday announced almost 2.3 billion euros ($2.4 billion) in new aid for Spain's flood-stricken region and defended his government's handling of the deadly disaster last month.
- President Bola Tinubu will begin a two-day trip to France on Thursday, the first state visit by a Nigerian leader in more than two decades, as Paris seeks to boost ties with anglophone Africa. This state visit with Tinubu "epitomises" France's strategy in anglophone Africa, they said, adding…
- Office of Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) has a role to ensure competence in political parties as it is best placed to enforce the professionalisation in party
- President William Ruto’s cancellation of the JKIA concession deal with Adani Group has been praised by the Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO).
- Robert Lewandowski cemented his legacy in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night, becoming the third player in history to score 100 goals in the competition.
- Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has shared a photo of him and his Kiharu counterpart Ndindi Nyoro and urged Kenyans to follow them, stating that the future lies in them.
- A senior police officer from Trans Nzoia county accidentally shot a bar attendant while allegedly demonstrating his firearm at Kapcherany Trading Centre.
- A huge number of Manchester United fans in Uganda gathered at an open place to offer serious prayers for their new manager Ruben Amorim after he arrived in England.
- Nominated senator Karen Nyamu and Busia senator Okiya Omtatah shared a photo moment. The photo ignited reactions with Kenyans warning senator Omtatah.
