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Britam Holdings Plc has reported a 52 percent increase in profit before tax to KSh3.8 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026, driven by growth in insurance revenue. Britam Group Managing Director and CEO Tom Gitogo said on August…
Selena Gomez’s social media accounts brim with adoring fans: two million likes for her most recent post showing her and her husband in a rose-petal strewn hotel, and thousands of comments praising her beauty, her lipstick and the perfume…
The East African Community (EAC), Agriculture, Tourism and Natural Resources Committee members pose for a photograph at the co-operative house on 26th August 2026, during a Public Hearing on the East African Seed and Plant Variety Bill,…
Katy Perry has an estimated net worth of $400 million, making her one of the wealthiest and highest-paid entertainers in the world. The American singer, songwriter and television personality built her fortune through record sales,…
Pauline Achieng, a resident of Bombolulu, is appealing for help as she battles rectal adenocarcinoma, a condition that has continued to deteriorate despite months of treatment and medication. Pauline says her health struggles began with…
Traders and residents in Migori have raised alarm over a garbage pile they say has remained uncollected for weeks, affecting businesses and raising health concerns in the town. The residents say the accumulating waste has produced a…
Following months of public participation, policy review, and intense debate within the Nairobi City County Assembly, the Nairobi City County Finance Act, 2026 has officially come into effect. Assented to in late July and published in…
There is silence and silence on the supplier of the new Kenya Police Service uniform to be unveiled on Friday, August 28, 2026, during the pass-out parade of recruits at the National Police College Main Campus in Kiganjo, Nyeri County.…
Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu has urged Meru residents to take advantage of government programmes aimed at equipping young people with skills, creating employment opportunities and improving household incomes. …
Imagine building a business from the ground up, watching its value soar to nearly Sh1 billion, only to lose it within about two years. This is the sad reality that hit Mwatha Njoroge, a financial consultant who now says the painful…
From learning a new skill to understanding a complex topic, more people across Sub-Saharan Africa are turning to TikTok not just for entertainment, but also as a place to learn, discover and share knowledge. Across the region, creators are…
Police in Gatundu South, Kiambu County are investigating the suspected murder of a bodaboda rider who was found dead in his house hours after he was allegedly assaulted by a passenger. The man, whose identity had not been disclosed by…
Minet Group has appointed Sammy Muthui as Chief Executive Officer for the Eastern Africa Region, expanding his responsibilities to oversee the company’s growth across the region. In an announcement on August 28, Minet Group CEO Joe Onsando…
Police in Trans Mara West, Narok County are investigating the death of an unidentified woman whose half-naked body was found in the Mount Love area. The body was discovered on Thursday, with police reporting that the woman had suffered…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 28 – The Nairobi International Trade Fair is placing innovation and export opportunities at the centre of its 2026 edition, with organisers seeking to connect Kenyan businesses…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 28 — Kenya has completed a nationwide rollout of an INTERPOL policing course across its police training colleges, seeking to equip new officers with international crime-fighting skills…
Health experts have raised concerns over increasing cases of resistance to antibiotic treatment, calling for integrated approach to counter the threat. The scientists are also worried by rising incidences of cross transmission of diseases…
A now defunct duo of robots were supposed to be churning out pizzas at a Moto Pizza restaurant in Seattle.
Police in Masaba North, Nyamira County, arrested two family members after a 38-year-old man was found dead inside his house days after he was allegedly assaulted following a land dispute. The body of Evans Mogere Nyakundi was discovered at…
The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) has committed to supporting Kenya and other African countries in integrating climate information into environmental management, nature-based solutions, and ecosystem-based adaptation. Head of…
In a statement, KAA, which is in charge of Kenya’s airports and airstrips, said the change of name offers a robust legal framework to drive efficiency, innovation and long-term competitiveness.
Police in Rachuonyo East, Homa Bay County, are investigating an incident where the decomposing body of an unidentified woman was recovered from River Awach. The body, believed to be that of a woman aged about 32, was discovered floating in…
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order seeking to change the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America. The move comes after trade talks between the US and Canada collapsed late last week, and the US imposed new 50% tariffs on…
Colombia’s new right-wing president, Abelardo de la Espriella, has approved the extradition of five rebel armed group members who are wanted in the US on drug-related charges. The move is a step towards ending a plan by his left-wing…
