Latest news stories from across Kenya.
GIGA Storage has launched Amsterdam’s largest battery project, “Giraffe” battery energy storage system (BESS) in Westhaven, marking a major milestone in the city’s transition toward a more flexible and resilient power network. The…
A new privately funded development is taking shape in South Florida, where construction has begun on the $280 million Sports Performance Hub (SPH) in Homestead. The large-scale project will transform more than 100 acres into a destination…
On October 20, 2025, a major outage of Amazon Web Services (AWS) sent shockwaves across the digital world, temporarily disabling countless websites, apps, and services that form the fabric of modern internet use. The disruption, traced to…
Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways announce the launch of codeshare flights to 19 destinations, with more set to be added in the near future. Kenya Airways customers can book codeshare flights between Nairobi and Doha, as well as to 10…
President William Ruto has led Kenyans in marking this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui County, using the occasion to pay a heartfelt tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and to outline an ambitious plan to…
Finland’s YIT Corporation has been selected as the main contractor for TikTok’s major data center project development in Kouvola, signaling a move from planning into execution for one of the region’s largest digital-infrastructure…
Kingdom Bank, a subsidiary of Co-operative Bank of Kenya, has announced a reduction in its base lending rate from 15.5 percent to 15 percent per annum. In a notice to its customers, the lender said the changes will take effect from…
Kitui County is abuzz with activity ahead of this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, as the completion of key infrastructure projects, the Ithookwe Stadium and the upgraded Kitui Airstrip, breathe new life into the region’s development and…
A customer is involved in a protracted court battle with the Guaranty Trust Bank (GT Bank) over the wiring of Sh1.4 billion. The customer who has been identified at the High Court in Nairobi as Wilfred Andita Mathayo alleges that on…
Even as Kenya mourns the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, the country is pressing ahead with preparations to mark this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui County. Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection…
Kisumu, Kenya – In a heartfelt and unexpected moment during the funeral service of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, his sister Ruth Odinga publicly introduced her Ghanaian husband, Nana Busia. This drew attention and admiration from…
The cancellation of the 2025 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon on Sunday, October 19, due to severe winds has been met with widespread disappointment, but the race organizer’s subsequent confirmation of a strict “No Refund Policy” has ignited a…
When a person dies, the body naturally begins to decompose as bacteria and enzymes break down tissues. Embalming is a scientific and hygienic method used to slow this process, preserve the body for a period of time, and present it in a…
Kenya stands still today as the nation prepares to lay Raila Amolo Odinga to rest, marking the end of a political era that shaped generations.
“The Biggest Part of Me Died on October 15”: In a deeply emotional and moving tribute that resonated with millions across Kenya and beyond, Winnie Odinga delivered a heartfelt eulogy during the state funeral of her father, Raila Odinga.…
Raila Odinga, a towering figure in Kenyan politics and democracy, has left a lasting legacy not only through his political journey but also through the family that has stood beside him. From his marriage to Ida Odinga to the achievements…
Economic policy and political risk analysts have paid a glowing tribute to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, describing him as a Pan-Africanist who immensely shaped Indo-Kenya relations.
Oketch Salah shot to the limelight during the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s sunset days. Salah is said to have been with Raila in India as his ‘personal doctor’ and ‘adopted son’. Photos of Raila with Salah went viral on social…
In what is set to become one of the most significant economic announcements in Ghana’s recent history, the $1.5 billion Gomoa Central Special Economic Zone development project that is expected to create 60,000 jobs will be officially…
When Kenyans gathered at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday to bid farewell to Raila Odinga, the atmosphere was filled with emotion, pride, and sorrow. Thousands of mourners, dignitaries, and leaders came together to honour a man many…
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has paid an emotional tribute to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, calling him a true champion of democracy and a symbol of resilience and reconciliation in African politics. In a statement on Saturday,…
If you are a citizen of any country in Sub-Saharan Africa visiting or living in South Africa, you take your life in your own hands whenever you walk out of your house, apartment, or even hotel. Worse still, if you visit a facility such as…
The first-ever Africa XChange Summit took place on October 15-16, 2025, as part of the Film Festival Cologne. The two-day event provided a platform for prominent African creatives, producers, tech companies, and investors to present ideas,…
Sanlam Kenya Plc is deepening its commitment to local sporting talent by introducing enhanced financial literacy support for athletes. The announcement was made by Sanlam Kenya Group CEO Dr. Nyamemba Tumbo during the corporate flag-off of…
