Latest news stories from across Kenya.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — There are approximately 243 Kenyan lawyers currently practicing in the United States, according to the Kenya US Bar Association. The growing number highlights the expanding footprint of Kenyan legal professionals within…
In a milestone for British renewable energy, the first deep geothermal electricity plant in the UK at United Downs near Redruth, Cornwall, has begun delivering continuous power to the national grid alongside lithium extraction at the site.…
The New Al-Jouf International Airport kicked off operations on Wednesday. This marked the full transfer of flights from the old airport to the new facility, which is operated under the Second Airports Cluster. The new airport has an annual…
MP Materials Corp. has selected a 120-acre site in Northlake, Texas, for the development of a large-scale rare earth magnet manufacturing campus known as “10X,” a project expected to exceed $1.25 billion in investment and create more than…
The DPP has closed the final of the four Shakahola massacre cases, in which Paul Nthenge Mackenzie and 94 others faced 238 counts of manslaughter, shortly after the investigating officer detailed the horrifying extent of Mackenzie’s…
The top 10 bulk SMS service providers in Kenya are Celcom Africa, Africa’s Talking, Advanta Africa, Oramobile, SMS Leopard, Uwazii Mobile, AirTouch Connections, Mobitech (MoveSMS), YuDigify, and Africala. In a mobile-first nation like…
Angola’s state oil company, Sonangol, is seeking a $4.8 billion loan from Chinese financial institutions. This loan will be used to accelerate construction of the new Lobito Refinery. This is a move that could mark its first major…
U.N. World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain announced on Thursday that she will step down as the head of the humanitarian organization in three months to focus on her health. The 71-year-old American suffered a mild stroke in…
As thousands of young Kenyans explore global education opportunities, one truth often goes unnoticed: success abroad is rarely sudden. It is usually the result of years of preparation, resilience, and financial planning. For Abigail…
LS Power Grid California (LSPGC) has broken ground on the construction of $200 million Manning substation project in Fresno. LSPGC is an affiliate of LS Power and its transmission subsidiary. Manning will reinforce the Central Valley…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned politicians against using youths to cause violence. Speaking Thursday in Kieni, Nyeri County, when he commissioned the Maragima electrification project, the DP was categorical that the state will…
Vincent Kipruto’s journey to graduate study in the United States is a story of patience, research, and long-term commitment. After three years of preparation, he is now set to pursue a Master’s in Data Science at Virginia Commonwealth…
The National Assembly’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has directed the Ministry of Education to ensure the immediate return to school of a Grade 10 student at St Mary’s Lwak Girls in Siaya County who was reportedly sent home for wearing…
The Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) has formally condemned the unauthorized recording of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at a pharmacy, an incident that legal experts say triggers several high-stakes violations of the Data…
Jubilee Asset Management Limited (JAML) has officially announced the launch of the Jubilee Asset Management Graduate Investment Analyst Development Programme (J-GIADP). Developed in partnership with Strathmore University, the three-year…
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has successfully performed the country’s first balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty on a premature newborn. The procedure marks a significant leap forward in the treatment of congenital heart conditions for the…
Th Pan African Network Group (PANG) is spearheading the rollout of a Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) Pilot Project in Kakuma Ward, Turkana County, in a move expected to deepen digital inclusion and expand Kenya’s broadcast…
A Nairobi man is celebrating a life-changing windfall after turning a modest Ksh40 bet into Ksh500,000 while playing Aviator on Chezagame. The winner, identified as Teddy Kiti, chose to conceal his identity during the cheque presentation…
NEC Corporation and Nokia are advancing the Eletronet optical fiber network expansion in Brazil with a $30.4 million investment. The project will increase national backbone capacity by 50% while strengthening long-distance connectivity…
The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has officially announced its sponsorship of staff member Linet Ayuko for the upcoming WRC Safari Rally 2026. KPC presented a Ksh. 500,000 sponsorship cheque to Ms. Ayuko, who is set to take on the grueling…
Kenya has rolled out Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable for HIV prevention, as the government steps up efforts to reduce new infections and strengthen the national HIV response. Speaking during the launch on Thursday, Health Cabinet…
Kenya’s state-owned KAA has formally confirmed the termination of $2 billion Adani-JKIA airport renovation deal. However, the approval comes at a time when it is purported that the government seeks to table a fresh deal. The Standard Media…
President William Ruto has announced that the Phase Three of the salary review of the Kenya Prisons Service officers will take effect from 1st July 2026. Speaking after presiding the 46th Passing out parade for 3,862 Kenya Prisons Service…
Nairobi, Kenya – 26 February 2026: Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), in partnership with DigiTax, hosted a high-level industry seminar on VAT compliance under KRA’s Tax Invoice Management System (TIMS) and Electronic Tax Invoice…
