Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Mustafa Olpak grew up on the Aegean coast of Turkey believing his family’s story was simply one of migration, loss, and quiet survival. He knew his ancestors had lived on Crete and that they were among the Muslims uprooted in 1923 during…
More tributes continue to pour in for fallen KBC presenter Festus Amimo. Until his sudden death on Sunday morning, the renowned broadcaster headed the Luo station Mayienga FM. Government leaders are among those mourning Amimo, 46, who also…
The media fraternity is mourning the sudden death of Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) journalist Festus Amimo. Until his passing, the vibrant and outspoken radio presenter served as the head of the Dholuo radio station, Mayienga FM.…
Kenya’s Second Lady Dr. Joyce Kithure has called for a renewed, science-led approach to empowering women as central actors in Africa’s climate resilience and food security agenda. Speaking during the inaugural First Ladies of Africa Impact…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Kenyans to leverage their diverse cultures to promote peace, unity, and development across communities. “Let us use culture to build our country’s unity, stability, and cohesion. God wants all…
Renewables developer Origis Energy and Advantage Capital have closed a US$265 million tax equity commitment to fund the development of 96 MW Whistling Duck solar project in Levy County, Florida, and the 209 MW Walker Springs I and II solar…
t the center of this shift is ImaraBet Kenya, a licensed and fast-growing platform winning over serious bettors with transparency, competitive odds, and the now-famous Imara Streak.
Nominated Member of Parliament Denar Joseph Hamisi has passed away. In a notification, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula announced that the legislator, nominated to the National Assembly in 2022 by the Amani National Congress…
President William Ruto has expressed gratitude to US President Donald Trump and his administration for what he termed as generous hospitality and productive discussions that have set a new tone for bilateral cooperation. In a statement,…
Chinese electronics manufacturer Airmars has officially launched its operations in Kenya, marking a major milestone as the company chooses Nairobi as its regional headquarters and launchpad for the East African market. During the event,…
South Los Angeles took another step toward addressing its homelessness and behavioral-health crisis this December as the Testimonial Community Love Center celebrated a groundbreaking for a 40-bed modular interim housing expansion designed…
Minnesota is home to the largest Somali population in the United States, making it the central hub of Somali culture, business, and community life in the country. Over the past three decades, Somali immigrants have built strong roots…
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been dramatically accelerated. The Final Draw, held in Washington, D.C., has concluded, establishing the 12 groups for the expanded 48-team tournament, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and…
For Joshua Kalamu, the dream of studying in the United States always felt just out of reach. He could secure admission letters, he could research programs, but when it came to funding, everything stalled. That was until he discovered the…
Vattenfall has secured planning permission for a 254 MW/700 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at the decommissioned Brunsbüttel nuclear power plant site in northern Germany. The approval, granted by a local council, continues to…
Grade nine learners who sat for the 2025 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) examinations can now easily find out their selected schools through a Short Message Service (SMS), a system launched on Thursday, December 4.…
In a major step toward completing California’s bullet train vision, the California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) today, December 5, 2025, released the Draft Environmental Impact Report/Environmental Impact Statement (EIR/EIS) for the…
KCB Bank Kenya and Visa today announced a landmark collaboration to roll out Tap-to-Phone contactless payment acceptance solution, unlocking a new frontier of flexibility and convenience for merchants across the country. Through this…
UMaine 3D printing for nuclear construction is helping accelerate Kairos Power’s Hermes low-power demonstration reactor in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The University of Maine applies industrial-scale 3D printing and hybrid casting to build…
Oil is one of the most traded commodities on the planet. When people talk about oil prices rising or falling, they’re usually referring to the price of crude oil, which is a benchmark for energy markets and impacts everything from gasoline…
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck Kenya in 2020, so many people found themselves in the middle of a financial crisis primarily due to job losses. Statistics indicate that over two million Kenyans lost their jobs as the government laid down…
Deep Fission, a Berkeley-based nuclear technology startup, has officially selected the Great Plains Industrial Park in Parsons, Kansas, as the site for its groundbreaking pilot project which aims to demonstrate the viability of placing…
Media personality Kizito Namulanda has revealed how he lost his job at Standard Media Group while undergoing cancer treatment. In a narration, Kizito revealed that he was diagnosed with stage 3 laryngeal cancer 4 years ago, which led to a…
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has officially approved the Carriger Solar project, a significant renewable energy development located in Klickitat County, just west of Goldendale. The decision, announced on Thursday, marks the first…
