Latest news stories from across Kenya.
The Halleck Creek rare earth project in Wyoming has advanced to a new stage of development with the award of a Whole of Property Development Assessment (WPDA), marking a key step toward transitioning from resource definition to integrated,…
From March 24 to 27, Lagos hosted Africa Gaming Expo 2026, one of the largest iGaming industry events on the African continent. The exhibition traditionally brings together operators, technology providers, and industry regulators. This…
A rare earth metallization project in Euclid, Ohio, is progressing as supply arrangements are secured and engineering work advances. The facility is expected to process rare earth oxides into metals and alloys used in defense and…
Intel has joined Elon Musk’s $20 billion Terafab project in Texas as the chipmaker announced their involvement on social media platform X. “Our ability to design, fabricate, and package ultra-high-performance chips at scale will help…
Afri Fund Capital has revealed plans to raise 6 billion US dollars in cross‑listed debt to finance the completion of the Lamu Port–South Sudan–Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor. The LAPSSET Corridor is a regional infrastructure…
Jordan shale power plant plans are gaining traction as the government evaluates a $1.25 billion project to expand domestic energy generation capacity. The proposed facility targets the country’s abundant oil shale reserves, therefore…
The race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene has taken an expensive and increasingly competitive turn as national Democrats escalate their involvement, raising the stakes in what was once considered a safe Republican seat. A top Democratic…
One Petroleum Limited has announced that the petroleum shipment imported at the end of March will not be released into the Kenyan market. The company said the decision follows consultations with the government, which responded to an…
A group of Gen Z political aspirants has strongly condemned the calls for zoning by some Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) politicians, calling on political parties to abandon the arrangement and allow voters to decide freely through open…
Dinawan Solar Farm and battery project located in New South Wales, Australia has secured final state approval. The hybrid project, developed by Spark Renewables, will combine an 800 MW solar installation with a 356 MW/1,574 MWh battery…
A proposed multi-billion-dollar oil refinery on the U.S. Gulf Coast advanced into a new phase of development on April 7 after Fluor Corporation said it had been selected to carry out early engineering work for the America First Refining…
Orange Democratic Movement leaders are now split over the political parties’ zoning proposal ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking to the press, a section of ODM leaders, including Suba North Member Party Millie Odhiambo, Elisha Odhiambo…
The AI Data Hub project in Morocco leads a $1.2 billion construction project advancing near Casablanca. Moreover, the development reflects Morocco’s ambition to anchor Africa’s artificial intelligence infrastructure. The project combines…
The Kenyan diaspora community in the United States is mourning the untimely passing of Alex Kipkoech Bitok, a Kenyan-born U.S. veteran. He died on April 1, 2026, in Gardner, Kansas. Alex’s passing has left a deep void among family,…
Negotiating foreign exchange (FX) rates has traditionally been a cumbersome process, requiring individuals and businesses to visit bank branches or get on call with Treasury desks. This process can often be time-consuming and inconvenient,…
This Easter season, SportPesa Kenya is bringing a fresh wave of excitement to casino lovers with its vibrant spin Easter campaign. The promotion invites players to enjoy a festive-themed experience while unlocking up to 20 free bets daily.…
Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has disclosed how the unauthorized consignment of super petrol imported outside Kenya’s established Government‑to‑Government (G‑to‑G) framework could have led to a fuel price hike in the…
A section of Safaricom mobile users have reported receiving notifications of Social Health Assurance (SHA) scheme deductions from their M-PESA accounts. A Kenyan, Doreen Daisy, took to social media to complain that she keeps receiving…
$15bn Stargate data center campus in Port Washington, Wisconsin is facing a major setback as residents revolt its development. Residents are set to vote today on a referendum that could reshape grassroots resistance to AI projects…
The government has ordered One Petroleum Ltd to cancel all invoices it issued and refund the charges via credit notes, following concerns about a disputed fuel consignment of 60,000 Metric Tonnes (MT). One Petroleum that imported the said…
The United Kingdom (UK) has appointed Matthew Baugh as the new British High Commissioner to Kenya. In an announcement on April 7, the UK High Commission stated that Matt Baugh will be succeeding Neil Wigan, who has taken up another role…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party has condemned the recently exposed Petroleum importation scandal amid calls for action against the government officials involved. In a statement shared on Tuesday, April 7, Party Leader Oburu…
Motorists in Nairobi and other parts of the country have raised concerns over a growing fuel shortage, with several filling stations reportedly running dry. Drivers say the situation has affected their travel plans, with some urging fellow…
The proposed US-Canada oil pipeline by Bridger that is anticipated to replace the terminated Keystone XL project to cost about $2bn. Moreover, it would have the capacity to transport more than 1 million barrels of oil per day. These…
