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Ukambani political parties will not dissolve to join Wiper, National Liberal Party (NLP) leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli has said. Dr. Muli was reacting to the recent exchange between Mike Sonko, leader of the National Economic and…
President William Ruto’s recent directive targeting foreigners operating small businesses in Kenya has sparked mixed reactions in Kwale, with residents divided between protecting employment opportunities for Kenyans and concerns that the…
The Budget and Appropriations Committee has stepped up oversight of the implementation of the FY 2025/26 national budget, with the Controller of Budget, Dr. Margaret Nyakang’o, highlighting progress and proposing measures to strengthen…
Along the Kisumu-Bondo Road, the tarmac snakes between the gentle hills, offering glimpses of the rich natural beauty that characterize the area. A few metres away, tents, swelling crowds and a heavy security presence signaled the day’s…
The Lamu County Government has put in place a disaster preparedness workplan aimed at cushioning residents against the impacts of the anticipated El Niño rains expected to hit the region in October. Speaking at the Kenya Forestry Institute…
Walking alone at night can be a major safety concern in some cities, where residents and visitors report high levels of concern about robbery, assault, violent crime and personal security. According to Numbeo’s Crime Index 2026, several…
Stakeholders and residents gathered at Ekwanda Comprehensive School in Vihiga County to commemorate International Literacy Day, highlighting strides and challenges in adult learning and youth welfare. Speaking during the event, Vihiga…
DSC_9269, 9280, Principal Secretary for Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Stephen Isaboke, gives his address before the launch of the 6.4 MW data centre by Digital Reality at Karen, Nairobi, on 7th September 2026. DSC_9340 Principal…
AXIAN Group and the African Development Bank are launching a program to provide digital finance and business support to more than 34,000 women-led enterprises in five African countries, targeting a funding gap that has long constrained the…
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has called on African countries to deepen cooperation in aviation and accelerate the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market…
Grade 10 learners face a major decision as they choose among three senior school pathways under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), with the choice expected to shape the subjects they study and the careers they may pursue. The Ministry…
Nigeria-based mobility company Drive45 Mobility has secured a $3 million senior debt facility from TLG Capital as it seeks to expand its vehicle fleet and increase its presence in the country’s corporate transportation market. The…
The United States imposed sanctions Tuesday on “all remaining Iranian airlines” that have yet to face such penalties, as Washington pushes to step up economic pressure in its war with Tehran. The US Treasury Department said its latest…
A top safety researcher at Anthropic has warned AI is advancing so quickly he believes there is a greater than 10% chance it “could kill all humans” within the next decade. Evan Hubinger said in a post on X the risk from the models which…
Starting a milk ATM business in Kenya in 2026 can cost about KSh135,000 to KSh250,000 for a small outlet, depending on the machine capacity, premises, licences, initial milk stock and other setup expenses. The cost can increase…
Ruto said the project demonstrates growing demand for decent and affordable housing and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to expanding housing in major towns while protecting productive agricultural land from continued subdivision.
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has raised concerns over the Government directive barring foreign nationals from engaging in certain forms of small-scale trade, warning that the measure could conflict with Kenya’s constitutional and…
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella signed a decree which eases restrictions on people carrying legal firearms in public. De la Espriella, who during his campaign for the presidency promised to take an iron-fist approach to crime,…
President William Ruto has handed over keys to 176 homeowners at the Chepalungu Boma Yangu Affordable Housing Estate in Bomet County, announcing that construction of a second phase comprising 2,000 additional units will begin next month.…
The family of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez has lobbied for the death penalty if D4vd is found guilty murdering their daughter. D4vd, who was born David Anthony Burke, is charged with killing the teenager, whose dismembered body was…
A South Korean court has ordered gaming tycoon Kwon Hyuk-bin to pay his ex-wife 2.55tr won ($1.87bn; £1.38bn) in assets, marking the largest divorce settlement in the country’s history. Kwon, who founded South Korea’s third-largest video…
A man was arraigned before Senior Resident Magistrate Stephany Bett at the Makadara Law Courts over alleged inflammatory remarks targeting Burundian nationals living and working in Kenya. Kevin Odiwuor Otieno, also known as “Engineer…
The government has moved to tighten controls and enhance operational efficiency at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), with a range of measures being implemented to improve passenger processing and overall airport operations.…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has challenged women to take a more active role in politics and contest elective positions in the 2027 General Election instead of limiting themselves to supporting the ambitions of male…
