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Centum Group Chief Executive Officer James Mworia has been appointed the founding Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), a state-backed entity created to mobilize capital for major infrastructure projects across…
An Amazon Air cargo plane overshot the runway while attempting to land at Miami International Airport, killing five people and seriously injuring five more. The Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft crashed just before 14:00 local time (19:00 GMT)…
Police in Ruai, Nairobi, are investigating the death of a 37-year-old woman who was found hanging inside her bedroom following a suspected domestic dispute. Anne Wangari was found dead at her neighbour’s house in Kamulu on Sunday night…
A 30-year-old herder was shot dead during an exchange of fire between Meru and Turkana herders over grazing land in Igembe North, Meru County. Police said the incident occurred around Luma area on Sunday evening, where Meru herders camping…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has extended the deadline for eligible students for the 2026/2027 academic year to September 21, 2026. The extension follows a directive from the Ministry of Education allowing eligible students and…
The cash injection, which is being led by China’s finance ministry, will total 360 billion yuan ($53.6bn; £39.7bn), state news agency Xinhua said on Sunday.
The NIF Board said his immediate priorities will include setting up the fund’s organisation, systems and workforce, developing its institutional culture, mobilising co-investment capital and building a pipeline of infrastructure projects.
Andruw Jones has an estimated net worth of $50 million. The Curaçaoan former professional baseball player built his wealth during a 17-year Major League Baseball career, most notably with the Atlanta Braves. Jones combined power at the…
The Kenya Red Cross said its teams, together with KWS and county firefighters, remained on the ground to contain the fire and safeguard residents living near the affected area.
David Justice net worth is estimated at $40 million. The retired American professional baseball player built his fortune during a 14-year Major League Baseball career that included two World Series championships, three All-Star selections…
Danny Tartabull net worth is estimated at $2 million. The Cuban-Puerto Rican former professional baseball player built his wealth during a 14-year Major League Baseball career that saw him play for six teams. Tartabull enjoyed his most…
Nick Swisher net worth is estimated at $50 million. The retired American professional baseball player built his wealth during a successful MLB career that included a World Series championship with the New York Yankees and an All-Star…
The initiative is part of the electoral commission’s broader preparations to identify, assess and manage potential risks that could affect the conduct of the 2027 General Election.
Kenny Lofton net worth is estimated at $25 million. The former American professional baseball player built his wealth during a 17-year MLB career that saw him play for several teams, including the Cleveland Indians, Atlanta Braves, Chicago…
An eight-year-old boy died after he was allegedly assaulted while collecting maize leftovers from a harvested plantation in Kimilili, Bungoma County. The incident occurred at Matisi ‘A’ village in Mapela Sub-Location, Kamukuywa Location,…
Albert Belle net worth is estimated at $25 million. The former American professional baseball player built his wealth during a 12-year Major League Baseball career, most of which he spent with the Cleveland Indians. Belle was one of the…
The government has warned foreigners entering Kenya under visa-free or tourist arrangements against engaging in employment, trade or business without the requisite permits. Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry Lee…
Jim Thome has an estimated net worth of $70 million. The former professional baseball player built his fortune during a 22-season Major League Baseball career that saw him play for six teams and establish himself as one of the most…
Fitted with a 3D-printed helmet and harness packed with sensors, Chloe is part of experimental efforts to use dogs’ extraordinary sense of smell to develop a non-invasive test for the disease. A growing body of global research suggests…
Kenya has clarified that foreigners entering the country under the visa-free regime cannot automatically work, trade, or do business without obtaining the appropriate immigration authorization. In a statement dated September 6, the Cabinet…
The clarification follows President William Ruto’s recent directive on foreign traders and comes amid increased scrutiny of foreigners operating in Kenya’s retail and local trade sectors.
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire confirmed that the Council of Governors (CoG) will meet Ruto and other national government leaders under the National and County Governments Co-ordination Summit on September 7.
Dr James Mworia has been appointed the founding Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), with the appointment taking effect on September 7, 2026. The NIF Board said Mworia was selected following a competitive…
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 7 – An 11-year-old Grade Six pupil is feared to have drowned in River Yala in Siaya County while swimming after taking cows to the river to…
