Latest news stories from across Kenya.
The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has intensified calls for a full ban on select Kenyan-registered products, citing safety concerns on behalf of consumers. In a statement on April 19, COFEK said that nearly 48 percent of pesticides…
The management of Kenya’s Hustler Fund is under sharp scrutiny after the Auditor General revealed that nearly 400,000 loan defaulters were irregularly let off the hook, potentially exposing taxpayers to losses amounting to KSh377.5…
Mohamud Abdi, a Kenyan man who had been reported missing after disappearing from his home in Musangari village, Kiminini constituency, Trans Nzoia County, has been confirmed dead in Cambodia. His family received the news of the death of…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has outlined a trade and investment-focused agenda ahead of President William Ruto’s upcoming State Visit to Italy. Mudavadi described the trip as a strategic effort to unlock economic opportunities…
Former Kenyan Premier League defender Gabriel Wandera, who played for several top-tier clubs, has died after being involved in a hit-and-run accident in Busia. Gabriel Wandera passed away after being involved in an accident. He was…
The vibrant, brassy sounds of the 1960s are set to echo through the Alliance Française once again. Following a critically acclaimed debut, the musical production African Twist: The Soundtrack of Kenya’s Independence returns for a special…
The Nairobi County Government has appointed Calvince Okoth as a member of the Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital Board, as part of a series of appointments to Nairobi hospital boards announced in a gazette notice dated April 16, 2026. The…
Fresh cracks have emerged in the fragile working relationship between ODM and President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administration, with a fierce row over electoral zoning threatening to unsettle the broad-based government arrangement…
The landscape of Kenyan golf has officially shifted. John Lejirma, the powerhouse from Railway Golf Club and Kenya’s top-ranked amateur, has officially announced his transition into the professional ranks. After years of dominating the…
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Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) recruits are undergoing intense combat training in Baringo County to test their endurance, precision, and discipline. According to a KDF statement, the recruits are in the advanced stages of their military…
Kenya faces a significant maternal health hurdle with an estimated 120,000 women living with untreated obstetric fistula. This crisis is fueled by a shortage of specialized surgeons, delays in emergency obstetric care, and deep-seated…
FBI Director Kash Patel hit back Saturday against a magazine story that portrayed him as a hard-drinking boss who misses work and acts erratically. The Atlantic published the piece on Friday, April 17, and said Patel drinks too much at…
Olkaria VII geothermal power project has stalled following a donor funding dispute that has disrupted procurement, delayed implementation, and raised fresh concerns about financing risks in Kenya’s energy construction pipeline. The 80.3MW…
Involvement of school-going children in matters of elective leadership has emerged as a key measure that provides a platform for them to articulate and find solutions to grievances affecting them. Kajiado North Sub-county Children Officer…
Sauti Sacco, whose majority members are from the State Department for Broadcasting, has planned a major restructuring and recruitment drive at the Nairobi head offices to conform with the rapidly changing digital technology. The…
Bagasse, the fibrous residue formed after the juice from sugar cane has been extracted, looks like a problem. However, agronomists swear that it can be burned to generate electricity that can run the sugar factory producing it. Molasses,…
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has issued a firm message to the US and Israel, saying the country’s navy is ready to inflict “new bitter defeats” on its enemies. This comes after at least two ships reported that Iranian boats…
The government is addressing the neglect of Northern Kenya in the past 60 years by accelerating the development of critical infrastructure and other programmes, President William Ruto has announced. The government, the President said, will…
The recent crowning of Kenyan politician Karen Nyamu as a Kikuyu woman leader—commonly associated with the respected “Nyakinyua” status—has ignited widespread debate both in Kenya and across the Kenyan diaspora. While some have celebrated…
The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr. Raymond Omollo, today held a comprehensive engagement with leaders of the boda boda sector in Kisumu County, bringing together representatives from all seven…
President William Ruto has reappointed several non-executive chairpersons to key state corporations. In a gazette issued on Friday, April 17, Ruto announced reappointments to the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation…
Kenya’s growing employment opportunities and rising household incomes are driving demand for high-quality and energy-efficient home appliances, creating a compelling growth opportunity for global electronics brands like Midea. In 2024, the…
Kenya Air Force Commander, Major General Bernard Waliaula, has been inducted into the International Honor Roll at Air University in Montgomery, United States. The recognition announced by the Ministry of Defense on Saturday, April 18,…
The Nairobi National Museum will host the 20th Affordable Art Show from May 22nd to May 24th, 2026. Organized by the Kenya Museum Society (KMS), the event is designed to bridge the gap between talented creators and art enthusiasts. By…
