Latest news stories from across Kenya.
On-site construction of the 250-megawatt Portage Solar Project in Portage County, Wisconsin, has begun. Project development is being handled by Geronimo Power and will be selling into the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)…
NCBA has concluded a week-long regional engagement in Eldoret aimed at deepening its support for commercial and SME customers in the North-rift region. The tour included direct customer visits, market activations, and culminated in a…
The Mungai Family is saddened to announce the transition to Glory of Nancy Mungai of Tulsa Oklahoma. Nancy was a cherished daughter, sister, wife, and mother whose love, strength, and grace touched all who knew her. She devoted over 30…
Kenyan comedian Zakaria Kariuki—better known as Mr. KK Mwenyewe, famed for his spot-on impersonations of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua—has passed away. His death occurred on Monday, July 14, 2025, during a short illness while he was…
In a significant milestone for youth empowerment and enterprise development in Elgeyo Marakwet County, 800 youth today graduated from the KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri vocational training programme; marking a major stride in efforts to equip…
Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands has announced that it has appointed Moshi Perera as General Manager, responsible for overseeing the operations and management. The hotel officially opened earlier this year. Moshi has more than 30 years of…
Who Is Udi Gecaga? Udi Gecaga is one of Kenya’s most respected businessmen and a prominent member of the country’s influential Kenyatta family. Although he has largely maintained a low public profile compared to other members of the…
Skincare brand Circadia has officially entered the Kenyan market bringing its skincare products to customers in the country. Founded in 2001 by Dr. Peter T. Pugliese, Circadia is rooted in the science of chronobiology, the study of the…
One of Kenya’s rising tech and creative industry stars, Melissa Kariuki, founder of Whip Music, has been invited to join the Recording Academy’s prestigious 2025 New Member Class.
Schools across the country bagged cash prizes of up to Ksh. 50,000 as the regional competitions of the Kenya Music Festival ended. Top honours were awarded for creative performances that championed insurance adoption. These messages align…
The Black Hawk Bridge is now set to close for demolition in fall 2025—months earlier than originally planned—as part of a revised effort to replace the aging Mississippi River crossing between Iowa and Wisconsin. Transportation officials…
Moringa School had its annual Career Fair and graduation ceremony, which took place today, July 11th, 2025, at the Dome ASK, Jamhuri Showground, Nairobi. This year’s career fair was themed TechXpo: Unlocking Opportunities in Modern Tech.…
Co-operative Bank of Kenya has been honoured for its leadership in cooperative banking, with its NWDT Sacco Society taking top spot in the “Best Performing NDT (Large & Medium) Employer-Based Saccos” category during this year’s Ushirika…
ATIDI has approved a USD84 million counter-guarantee to support three local Rwandan banks and one regional bank in issuing bonds and guarantees totaling over USD322 million. These guarantees have been extended to a joint venture of three…
Phone manufacturer, OPPO Kenya, has announced that it will launch its newest smartphone, the Oppo Reno14 F 5G, on 24th July 2025. The OPPO Reno14 F 5G brings a host of high-end features, including a vibrant AMOLED display, a versatile…
A lot of small business operators in Kenya continue to operate their hustle informally; no registration, no records, no online involvement. However, in one of the summits held on 9th July 2025, analysts urged MSMEs to change on how they do…
Kenya’s banking sector is experiencing notable growth attributed to thriving mobile money systems, rising virtual banking solutions, and substantial investments in technology infrastructure. The Co-operative Bank of Kenya is among the…
Airtel Kenya has crossed the 24 million subscriber mark through its network campaign as expansion plans continue. The telco amassed 3.01 million SIM card subscribers during the first three months of this year, beating giant Safaricom PLC,…
Africa’s richest man is making plans to construct Nigeria’s largest and deepest seaport for his next phase of empire expansion. Aiko Dangote is moving ahead with plans to build the major seaport near his fertilizer and oil refinery plants.…
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced the sale of vehicles and assorted items through a public auction. In a statement on July 10, KWS said the auction will be conducted in collaboration with M/S Valley Auctioneers and will take…
National carrier Kenya Airways is set to add three narrow-body planes to its fleet. This has been announced by the company’s chief executive officer Allan Kilavuka. According to Kilavuka, the three narrow-body planes are expected to boost…
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has presented himself as the solution to Kenya’s deep-rooted problems, declaring that the country has grown weary of constant political theatrics. During a live television interview on…
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (Nacada) intends to raise Kenya’s legal drinking age from 18 to 21 in an effort to stem the rising tide of alcohol and drug misuse among the youth. This fresh…
Former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i weighed in on the recent wave of protests and violence across the country, claiming that elements within the government maybe fueling the unrest. Speaking during a live interview with Kameme TV on Monday,…
