Latest news stories from across Kenya.
The Court of Appeal has clarified to landowners that holding a title deed does not automatically guarantee permanent ownership when another person has openly and continuously occupied the land for many years without being removed. In a…
After decades of hard work, building careers, supporting families, and contributing to society, retirement marks a well-earned new chapter of life. It brings more time, more freedom, and a chance to focus on what truly matters. Yet for…
The High Court in Kiambu has lifted conservatory orders that had previously barred the arrest, detention, or prosecution of governors and other public officials. Orders had been in place barring police officers to arrest while the court…
4 Kenyan technology startups, Comana, Duck, ReportsAI and VunaPay, have been selected to join the 10th cohort of the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa. Chosen from an exceptionally competitive pool of nearly 2,600 applications, these…
South Korea’s internet company Naver Corporation has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with GS E&R, and a deal to acquire 30 percent stake in the company’s wind farm currently under construction in Yeongyang, North Gyeongsang…
Kenyan comedian Davis Mwabili, popularly known as Inspector Mwala, has filed a case against actress Jacky Vike (Awinja Nyamalo) and Coca-Cola over a Ksh163 million marketing campaign called “Kacingching na Coke.” The case, filed at the…
The National Police Service (NPS) has clarified that cash bail in Kenya is not a fine but a refundable deposit meant to ensure that an accused person attends court proceedings or reports to the police station as required. Cash bail is a…
The Government of Kenya has launched the BIOFIN initiative to strengthen biodiversity financing and address gaps in environmental funding across the country. In a statement dated April 21, 2026, speaking virtually during the launch, Festus…
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has proposed a range of compensation packages for victims of protests in its 2026 Reparations Guidelines. So far, the commission has verified complaints from at least 1,800 victims…
The March–May long rains season has peaked with heavy rainfall forecast this week across most Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) regions. In its weekly forecast, the Kenya Meteorological Department says the rainfall being experienced in most…
An Eldoret-born Kenyan entrepreneur based in the United States is making headlines after building a fast-growing healthcare technology platform that has generated more than Sh129 million in annual recurring revenue in under five months.…
Minot Air Force Base (AFB) in Ward County, North Dakota, is preparing for approximately $5 billion in construction activity spread across the base and its surrounding missile fields over the next ten to fifteen years, making it one of the…
Kenya and Italy have adopted a comprehensive Action Plan for the period 2026–2029 aimed at strengthening bilateral relations across key areas that include, trade, education, security, technology and sustainable development. The agreements…
Nairobi is edging closer to hosting one of Africa’s biggest sporting spectacles, with the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium at Jamhuri Grounds entering its final phase of construction ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027.…
Musa Kihara, a 5-year-old boy, has attracted widespread attention through his viral “Kwa Mbae” videos on TikTok. What started as a simple way of giving directions has since grown into a popular online phrase that has drawn massive public…
President William Ruto has signed several bilateral agreements between Kenya and Italy during his official visit to Rome, marking a major step in strengthening ties under the Mattei Plan for Africa. The deals announced on Tuesday, April…
The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) has announced 21 senior managerial vacancies, inviting qualified and experienced professionals to apply for various positions across its departments. In a notice dated April 21, the Authority invited…
Kenya has tightened oversight on cargo entering and leaving the country as part of efforts to prevent the illegal movement of nuclear and radioactive materials. In a public announcement dated April 21, the Kenya Nuclear Regulatory…
Egyptian-Italian alliance targets $10 billion mega projects across Egypt, Gulf, signaling a major construction push across strategic regional markets. The initiative introduces an integrated delivery model combining architectural design,…
The Constellation nuclear energy plant in Byron, Illinois has finalized the first phase of an $800 million upgrade project. Its scope of implementation entailed replacing three major turbines in one of its reactor unit buildings. This…
Kenyan marathoner Sharon Lokedi successfully defended the title she won in 2025 at the 2026 Boston Marathon. At the 2026 Boston Marathon, held on Monday, April 20, Lokedi won the women’s race in 2:18:51. Compatriot John Korir also defended…
Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has outlined key factors that affect fuel prices in Kenya. In a statement on April 20, Isaac Mwaura noted that recent tax adjustments approved by Parliament have contributed to a downward revision in…
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has listed Nairobi among areas expected to receive heavy rainfall this week. In a statement on April 20, Kenya Met predicted isolated heavy rainfall events in some areas from April 21 to 27.…
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has unveiled a comprehensive compensation framework for protest victims as part of its newly released Reparations Guidelines, 2026. The Commission recommends awarding monetary…
