Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Four suspects linked to the construction of the ill-fated Mamliz Towers building in Nairobi’s South C estate have been arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts and charged with two counts of manslaughter following the deaths of two people…
The Court of Appeal has dealt the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) a landmark defeat, ruling that logistics and handling services at JKIA that support flower exports to Europe qualify as export services and are eligible for zero-rated Value…
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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has licensed an additional 25 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), raising the total number of licensed mobile loan companies in the country to 252. In a notice on July 14, CBK stated that the new approvals were…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has reopened two long-term fixed-coupon Treasury bonds in a bid to raise Sh40 billion for government budget financing. In a prospectus released on Tuesday, July 14, the CBK invited investors to bid for the…
The University of Nairobi (UoN) has officially opened applications for its institutional Masters Scholarships for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year. Announcing the opportunity via the Dean of Students and Careers office, the university…
The Audi Field expansion in Washington DC, would add a climate controlled roof and roughly 8,000 seats to the home of D.C. United under a $620 million proposal introduced by D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson. The legislation, unveiled…
The National Legal Aid Service (NLAS) has announced 78 job vacancies across various departments. In a notice on Tuesday, July 14, the state agency invited qualified and interested candidates to submit applications before the deadline. The…
The Big Horn ICE Detention Facility in Hudson, Colorado, is set to reopen after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement awarded a contract worth up to US$528.6 million, widely reported as $529 million, to the private operator GEO Group.…
The National Infrastructure Fund, Kenya’s flagship infrastructure investment institution established to mobile long term domestic and international capital into commercially viable and strategic projects, has begun recruiting the Fund’s…
Saudi Landbridge Riyadh Section has entered a new procurement milestone after Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) began issuing clarifications to bidders for the Riyadh Rail Link contract. The move follows bid submissions for the strategic railway…
Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked runs 22 July in London, 4pm Kenyan time. Expected: Z Fold 8, Z Flip 8, One UI 9.
The Kobada Gold Mine in southern Mali has moved decisively toward first production after developer Toubani Resources executed binding documentation for a US$208 million funding package to finish building the operation. Toubani Resources,…
The National Legal Aid Service (NLAS) has announced 78 job vacancies across its departments. In a job advertisement published by the state agency on July 14, qualified Kenyan citizens have been invited to apply for vacancies ranging from…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has delivered more than thrilling football. It has become a global showcase of leadership, preparation, innovation and resilience. Behind every victory lies years of planning, disciplined execution and the ability…
A 69-year-old American tourist died after being overwhelmed by strong ocean tides while hiking on an island off the coast of Watamu in Kilifi County. The deceased was identified as Tony Mark Anderson, a United States citizen. According to…
The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has called on President William Ruto to take immediate action against government officials allegedly sponsoring and mobilizing criminal gangs to disrupt political gatherings. In a statement…
Detectives in Kiambu County recovered two firearms and ammunition from a suspect linked to a recent shooting incident in Githurai. According to police, officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) based at Githurai Mwiki,…
Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Kenya’s health system through a renewed partnership with the United States aimed at accelerating the country’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda. According to a statement, the…
Glenfarne Group has announced a $500 million investment with lead investors being investment funds and accounts managed by global investment firm, HPS Investment Partners, a part of BlackRock. The investment, which is subject to usual and…
Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)-listed TPS Eastern Africa PLC (TPSEAP) has appointed Shahzad Karim and Serah Katusya as non-executive directors. In a notice dated July 14, the company noted that the appointments are in pursuance of the…
Residents of a Joska apartment block have recounted the tense final moments of Vincent Ochieng, the man police linked to the armed robbery at Chaiiwali Café in Nairobi’s Westlands area, saying he refused to surrender despite repeated…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Monday presented the seventh witness in the Tob Cohen murder trial at the Kibera Law Courts. Appearing before Justice Diana Kavedza, Prosecution, led by Vincent Monda, Senior Assistant Director of…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has underscored the important role of faith leaders in promoting peace, national unity and social cohesion, saying their guidance is critical in shaping the country’s moral values and fostering…
President William Ruto defended the construction of a new State Lodge in Meru on Monday, July 13, stating the project matches the importance of all other developments earmarked for the region. Speaking at State House, Nairobi, Ruto…
