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The County Government of Bomet has set up a multi-agency task force to help step up preparedness and expected emergency response ahead of El Niño rains predicted to begin in October. The Kenya Meteorological Department is forecasting 81…
African governments and development partners have been urged to increase investment in agriculture and give farmers a stronger role in policy and investment decisions to unlock the continent’s food production potential. The call was made…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has called for a new approach to managing the Nairobi-Thika Superhighway, saying the road’s success under Kenya’s Vision 2030 has created a second generation of challenges requiring integrated…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua about the conduct of its officers, calling the claims baseless and unsubstantiated. In a statement issued on August 11,…
For dairy farmers in Nandi County, every litre of milk represents hours of labour and an important source of household income. But without adequate facilities to preserve the highly perishable commodity, a huge part of that effort can…
An estimated 3,000 men and women drawn from 35 water and sanitation sector institutions across the country have converged in Kericho County for the 2026 Water Culture and Games Festival, which is being held from August 10 to 14 at Kericho…
Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the proposed Vision 2060, asserting that Kenya requires a new long-term development framework as Vision 2030 approaches its final years. Mbadi emphasised that the…
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Principal Secretary Susan Mang’eni has dismissed claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua about the Hustler Fund, saying the figures from Nyeri County show the programme has…
Kenya must shift from reactive to preventive measures to curb organised political violence ahead of the 2027 General Election, the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has said. IPOA Commissioner Dr. Annette Mbogoh said…
For thousands of students reporting to universities across Kenya this year, orientation week marks the beginning of a completely new chapter. The transition from secondary school to university comes with greater freedom, new…
Uasin Gishu County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Services, Ms Janet Kurgat, has challenged health facilities management committees to place patient safety and quality healthcare at the forefront of their mandate as they…
On August 11, 2026, Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke (Davido) publicly appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump and the international community to closely monitor the upcoming Osun State governorship election. In an open letter…
The County Assembly of Bomet has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kenya Literature Bureau (KLB), formalizing a strategic partnership in publishing, printing, documentation, and information management. County Deputy…
Four Kenyan public universities have opened applications for 39 postgraduate scholarships under the Higher Education Science and Technology (HEST) Phase II Project, funded by the African Development Fund. The University of Embu, Dedan…
A Chinese rocket set to launch a satellite into orbit blew-up seconds after liftoff Monday, marking the relatively rare failure for a rocket considered a workhorse of Beijing’s space program. The Long March 7A rocket erupted into a massive…
Kenya Power is betting on additional power this year from baseload power plants to strengthen national grid stability which is being affected by increasing use of unstable energy source like solar and wind. According to Kenya Power…
With exactly one year before the 2027 General Elections, political temperatures are already rising, with residents expressing concern over increasing cases of political intolerance, hate speech and goonism across the country. Ordinary…
Nyeri Governor, Dr Mutahi Kahiga has lauded the Korean Government for its pledge to support the construction of the Baden Powell Centre of Excellence (BCPE). Kahiga said the establishment of the center will not only immortalize the name of…
Amid swathes of criticism and calls for him to resign from his role as FIFA president, Gianni Infantino has now received public backing from a familiar friend in US President Donald Trump. With the walls seemingly closing in on Infantino,…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has maintained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 8.75% following its Monetary Policy Committee meeting on August 11, 2026. The decision comes as Kenya’s inflation stood at 6.5% in July, while the economy grew…
Nvidia has teamed up with some of Wall Street’s largest banks and investors to raise $500bn (£370bn) in capital for artificial intelligence infrastructure. The chipmaker said it had struck deals with Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone,…
The High Court ordered the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Demonstrations and Public Protests to set aside Sh105 million for victims of torture, abductions and enforced disappearances. Justice Gregory Mutai issued the order…
Masalani Township in Ijara sub-county, Garissa County, was yesterday plunged into unprecedented darkness after the area suffered a severe power outage lasting about six hours, leading to massive disruption of business in the area. The…
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is under fire for comments he made about two melons gifted to him by his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi, after a former Japanese envoy called it an insult. During an appearance on the Bush…
