Latest news stories from across Kenya.
At least one thousand stakeholders from across government, finance, development, and the private sector are set to convene in Nairobi for the Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) 2026 Summit. The summit scheduled to take place…
Overview Energy and Meta Platforms have announced a first-of-its-kind agreement to deliver space-based solar power directly to terrestrial data centers. The partnership is poised to unlock continuous, 24/7 renewable energy from orbit,…
The government’s Affordable Housing Programme is gaining momentum in Iten, with Phase One of a flagship project expected to significantly improve access to homeownership while reshaping the town’s infrastructure and economy. Residents have…
The Kenya Ports Authority has announced the arrival of the MV Azamara Onward at the Port of Mombasa. The vessel’s arrival at the Kenyan is part of the ongoing cruise ship season of 2025/26, boosting the tourism sector. Azamara Onward’s…
Parents in Meteitei Location, Tinderet Sub-County, have raised concern over the rising cost of education under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system as schools resume for the second term calendar. As learners report back to school,…
In Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet County, the Affordable Housing Project is emerging as more than a housing development, with the initiative creating jobs, building skills and opening business opportunities for local youth while preparing homes for…
The implementation of the $3bn AirTrunk data center campus in Saudi Arabia is advancing as the project prepares to receive bids. Commercial offers are to be received by 4 May for interested contractors to build the 250 MW campus. It is…
Coffee farmers in Kirinyaga County are celebrating an unprecedented financial breakthrough after earnings from the 2025/2026 coffee season soared to a historic Sh7.4 billion, marking one of the highest payouts ever recorded in the region.…
The Kenyatta International Convention Center (KICC) is a government-owned facility that allows both local and international organizers to host conferences, exhibitions, concerts, and corporate events in Nairobi. It is a national asset that…
Over one thousand stakeholders from across government, finance, development, and the private sector are set to convene in Nairobi for the Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) 2026 Summit, seeking to drive a dialogue to unlock…
Kenya continues to strengthen its engagement in global environmental diplomacy through strategic partnerships and high-level dialogue. Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary (CS) Dr. Deborah Barasa said that these…
The Ministry of Health has launched the first National Surgical Services Strategic Plan (2026–2031), marking a major milestone in improving surgical, obstetric and anaesthesia services across all levels of care. Speaking during the…
Egypt is planning to set up an integrated logistics zone for storing and handling petroleum products at the Northern port of Alexandria. This information on the Alexandria Petroleum Products Storage Facility was reported by a Saudi news…
A Somali national has been jailed on the charges of multiple connections to Al-Shabaab terror counts and recruitment. According to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the Somali national Abdikarim Hassanow Hassan, alias Ali,…
Khwisero MP Christopher Aseka has urged residents of Khushiku sub-location, particularly young people, to take part in the ongoing voter registration exercise as a way of strengthening their voice in leadership and development matters.…
The Social Health Authority (SHA) Chairperson, Dr. Abdi Mohamed, has explained the rationale for maintaining limits on teachers’ healthcare insurance coverage and why the teachers’ capping cannot be scrapped. Speaking in an interview on…
The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) will lead a multi-sectoral health information and behaviour change campaign aimed at strengthening primary healthcare and improving community health outcomes across the…
Education in Kilifi County has received a major boost following the rollout of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) training initiative targeting teachers and learners, including those in remote parts of the county. The training initiative,…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has addressed a fake post circulating online claiming the release of Sahara Bare. According to the DCI, the suspect remains in custody and has not been released on bail, contrary to posts…
Former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, has maintained that his removal from office was unconstitutional while challenging the impeachment process before the Milimani High Court. His legal team, led by Senior Counsel Paul Muite, argues…
SportPesa takes note of the ongoing developments within the Football Kenya Federation (FKF). As title sponsors of the SportPesa League, and partners in a 10-year deal, our primary interest remains the continued growth, stability, and…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has outlined a simple mobile phone procedure that allows taxpayers to recover lost or forgotten Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) without visiting its offices. A PIN is required to access most…
The planned 1,200MW Dongo Kundu LNG power plant in Mombasa is making headway as it readies for the viability testing phase. The scope of implementation entails the plans to launch the first 300MW phase before 2027. Moreover, further phases…
Africa’s largest industrial project is set to scale further. Aliko Dangote announced plans to expand the Dangote Refinery to a production capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day. This ambitious move is expected to generate up to 95,000…
