Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Four Mountain Bongos arrived at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from Europe on Tuesday night, with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) leading efforts to return the endangered species to the wild. In a statement on April 28, the KWS…
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a high-flood-risk alert to residents in parts of the Tana River Basin. In its latest flood early warning advisory issued on Wednesday, April 29, Kenya Met warned that rising water levels and…
Congolese-based Entreprise Générale Malta Forrest (EGMF) is set to receive a payout from a stalled transmission line project by KETRACO. The High Court has ordered the state-owned entity to pay sh220 million over the stalled…
Justice Francis Tuiyott and Justice Mohamed Warsame are set to appear before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) selection panel today (Wednesday). The interviews saw former Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) Chairperson…
Kenya has officially concluded its deployment to Haiti. The final contingent of 150 National Police Service officers returned home last evening, successfully winding down the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission. The…
The Hillsboro Solar Power Plant in Hill County, Texas has secured $310 million in project financing from a consortium of four international lenders, marking a significant milestone in the push to expand renewable energy capacity across the…
Jiji has seen a significant rise in demand for pre-owned goods. Search results in Q1 2026 showed a 70% increase in used-item searches versus the same period in 2025. This represents over 14.7 million unique searches in Q1 alone. Thus,…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued an urgent traffic advisory after landslides resulting from the ongoing heavy rains blocked a major Rift Valley Road. On April 29, KeNHA issued a traffic advisory following a…
Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen assured the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on Tuesday that his previous legal ties to President William Ruto would not compromise his judicial independence. Kigen, a veteran legal mind, appeared before…
The National Assembly is moving to modernize its broadcasting infrastructure by adopting cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud-based technologies. This digital transformation aims to enhance the live coverage of House…
President William Ruto set the record straight on Tuesday, addressing a viral video that captured him discussing English proficiency across the continent. Speaking at the Mining Summit in Nairobi, Ruto clarified that his remarks surfaced…
Authorities at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) dealt a blow to international drug trafficking networks on Monday, seizing two separate shipments of methamphetamine worth Sh22 million. The recovery occurred during a routine…
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) recently released a vital strategy for students navigating the application process for universities, colleges, and TVET institutions. Aiming to help candidates land…
The MATANA Foundation recently honored President William Ruto on behalf of Haiti’s youth, recognizing his pivotal role in the ongoing peacekeeping efforts within the Caribbean nation. The award celebrates Ruto’s visionary leadership and…
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi recently disclosed a private conversation with the late former prime minister Raila Odinga, claiming he received personal authorization to openly challenge the Kenya Kwanza administration. During an interview with…
Former Kenyan rugby standout Joshua Weru made sporting history on Monday, April 27, by signing with the Philadelphia Eagles, becoming the first Kenyan and East African to join the NFL franchise. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya…
Hours before he stepped into a room full of reporters and Washington insiders on April 25, President Donald Trump told his wife, Melania, he was not sure how the media would treat him at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. In the full…
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Not Invited to King Charles III’s White House State Dinner In a highly anticipated diplomatic event, King Charles III was honored at a state dinner hosted at the White House on April 28, 2026. However, one…
At the recent Italy–Kenya Economic Forum in Rome, Dr. James Mwangi, Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group Holdings, reaffirmed a powerful message: Africa’s economic future will be driven not just by capital, but by purposeful global…
Senator Jon Husted has warned that the United States is facing growing pressure on its labor force because birth rates have fallen to record lows while immigration levels have tightened. The Ohio senator made the remarks during an event at…
Historic Breakthrough for Kenyan Diaspora in the NFL In a landmark achievement for the Kenyan diaspora, Joshua Weru has made history by becoming the first Kenyan and first East African to sign with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted…
More than 200 donors to the campaign of Eric Swalwell are demanding refunds totaling $1.5 million following a wave of sexual misconduct allegations that have disrupted his bid for California governor. According to an internal campaign…
A new federal indictment has been filed against former FBI Director James Comey, marking a renewed legal clash between him and the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The charges, brought by the Justice Department, are linked to…
Denmark has suspended the processing of applications from Kenya for internships in its agricultural sector over fake academic papers that are being presented by applicants. The Danish government has also suspended applications from Kenya’s…
