Latest news stories from across Kenya.
NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 17 – Kenyans seeking employment abroad have been urged to verify job offers, recruitment agencies and employment contracts with government authorities before travelling. Employment and Labour Relations…
Special Envoy on Technology Ambassador Philip Thigo says discussions on AI safety have gained momentum following a dedicated session between President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron during the France-Africa Summit in…
A Chuka family has shared disturbing claims about their daughter, Virginia Gacheri, and how she lived in Qatar before her death, including allegations of mistreatment and poor living conditions. Speaking to local media, Gacheri’s parents…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the initiative will support the development of AI capabilities across the continent, with Kenya playing a leading role in the programme in collaboration with the Italian government.
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi says the activities will strengthen the House’s engagement with the people and institutions of Kilifi County.
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has announced a nationwide contracting exercise targeting hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare providers seeking to offer services under Kenya’s new health insurance system. In a public notice issued…
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) will inspect the head offices and county offices of all fully registered political parties from October 5 to 9, 2026, to assess their compliance with statutory requirements. In a…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that President William Ruto is targeting Muthaiga Golf Club amid the ongoing land dispute. In a statement dated September 17, Gachagua said Kenya Forest Service (KFS) officers entered…
It will be held under the theme, “Sharing Achievements and Advancing Forward-Looking Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Parliaments,” and is expected to enhance legislative oversight, citizen engagement, development and refinement of…
NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 17 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has held talks with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) on strengthening campaign finance management…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has raised concerns over possible disruptions to national examinations as Kenya braces for a strong El Niño event expected to trigger above-normal rainfall between October and December. Speaking at the 15th…
At least five people, including a matatu driver, died in a road accident involving a matatu and a lorry along the Nairobi-Mombasa highway at Kapiti Plains in Athi River, Machakos County. Police said he accident occurred at around 7.40pm on…
Construction of Nyamira University College is gathering pace, with Kisii University Vice Chancellor Prof Nathan Ogechi saying the institution is on course to admit its first students in 2027. Ogechi said the main building, which will house…
NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 17 – Kenya loses an estimated 2 to 2.4 per cent of its Gross Domestic Product every year because of climate-related disasters, highlighting the economic cost of…
NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 17 – The government is calling for stronger protection of Kenyans seeking employment abroad amid concerns over fraudulent recruitment, human trafficking, wage violations and unsafe working conditions.…
The National Police Service (NPS) has commended Kenyans for maintaining peace and observing the law during a political rally held at Jacaranda Grounds in Embakasi, Nairobi, on Sunday, September 13, 2026. In a statement, NPS spokesperson…
The government has moved to challenge a High Court ruling that declared null and void the sale of its 15 per cent shareholding in Safaricom PLC. Attorney General Dorcas Oduor has formally filed a Notice of Appeal, signalling the…
Kenyan commercial banks are increasingly shifting their lending strategies from traditional primary production to value addition, aiming to plug local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) into global supply chains. Leading this…
Kenya’s Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Peter Tum, has been cleared of a KSh1.84 million surcharge over an irregular appointment made during his tenure as Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Chief Executive Officer…
TikTok has become an important platform for creators, entrepreneurs, businesses, media companies and influencers looking to reach large audiences. But building an audience on TikTok also comes with an important responsibility:…
Michira collected substantial sums of money from job seekers under the guise of facilitating visa processing, medical examinations, biometrics and air travel.
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) has congratulated Athletics Kenya, the government, the bid team, athletes, and all Kenyans following the successful bid for the country to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships in…
The National Treasury has vowed to appeal a High Court decision nullifying the proposed partial divestiture of the government’s 15 percent shareholding in Safaricom Public Limited Company (PLC). Addressing the media in Kisumu, Wednesday,…
The State Department for Foreign Affairs has begun training mental health champions across its departments and cadres to strengthen early support, address stigma, and promote the well-being of personnel serving at headquarters and Kenya’s…
