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Gen (Ret) Robert Kibochi, who rose from a signals officer to become Kenya’s 10th Chief of the Defence Forces, has published a memoir chronicling his 44-year military career and the evolving demands of modern command. The book, Arrowhead,…
In 2019, Gathoni Kimuyu and her colleagues at Story Zetu were facing a problem familiar to many creative businesses in Kenya. They had the ideas and an audience. They had already shown that Kenyans were willing to pay to watch their work.…
Kisumu County will host over 300 elite cyclists from more than 30 African countries for the 2026 Confederation of African Cycling (CAC) Road Cycling African Championships from October 21 to 25, 2026. Event Overview Dates: October 21–25,…
Healthcare providers across Kenya have been told to complete new contracts with the Social Health Authority (SHA) by Wednesday or lose the ability to treat patients covered by the national scheme. Current agreements expire at 11:59 pm on…
Kenya’s top police commander appeared before the High Court in Nairobi on Monday for mitigation and sentencing after a judge found him in contempt of court over roadblocks erected during protests in June. Inspector General of Police…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has denied claims that Ugandan nationals are obtaining Kenyan identity cards and registering as voters ahead of the 2027 General Election. The allegations suggest that some…
Residents of Kwale and Taita-Taveta counties are set to benefit from a series of government activities on Monday as President William Ruto visits the Coast region for land ownership and infrastructure projects. The visit will begin in…
Kenyans have been warned against trusting online displays of wealth as proof of financial success, with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) raising concerns that some individuals are using flashy lifestyles to lure people into…
The unanimous endorsement of Nairobi County Senator Edwin Sifuna as Linda Mwananchi’s 2027 presidential candidate draws a sharp battle line for the upcoming election. As the former ODM secretary general steps up to lead the movement, this…
SportPesa brings a Kenyan touch to online entertainment with Nganya Ride, inspired by the colourful culture surrounding Nairobi’s famous Nganya.
Before the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) shifted its focus on instant loans, there was not only unfair lending practices and harassment, but also misuse of customer data and lack of transparency on pricing. Again and again, most players in…
Young people in Kisii are increasingly embracing agriculture as a source of income and a pathway to self-employment, building businesses in poultry farming, sugarcane production, and specialised grass and tree nurseries. Some of the young…
Traders at Gikomba Market are set to benefit from improved working conditions as the Government advances the construction of a modern market to replace the congested and challenging trading spaces they have operated in for years. The…
KenGen (Kenya Electricity Generating Company) Plc has been named Public Service Organisation of the Year at the Kenya Quality Awards (KQA) 2026, the state-owned enterprise distinguishing itself as a benchmark for quality, efficiency and…
A cargo ship carrying 2,930 metric tonnes of heavy machinery has docked at the Port of Lamu, with Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) saying equipment will be used in the development of the Ksh 2 trillion Dangote Refinery project. KPA Chief…
US First Lady Melania Trump had a state dinner to host, a Chinese president to welcome and, apparently, the internet to annoy. For the White House dinner honoring Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday, the US first lady skipped the…
Faulu Microfinance Bank is positioning itself to move beyond its traditional base of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to serve larger corporate clients over the long term, following a major technological overhaul. The lender…
CMA (Capital Markets Authority) has brought charges against one Ruth Mueni Kimeu and Mary Katuma Mwangangi, who face charges of operating an unlicensed collective investment scheme through Quant Vest Stock Exchange (QVSE)/Global Investment…
CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) regulated digital lenders ended 2025 with an average loan size of KSh 16,341, up from KSh 13,917 a year earlier, as digital borrowing expanded rapidly. Outstanding credit from licensed Digital Credit Providers…
CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) top policy-making organ, the Monetary Policy Committee(MPC), is scheduled to hold its next meeting on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. This meeting comes amid significant developments on the global economy, including…
Crown Paints Kenya Plc, a listed paints manufacturer, has opened a new Xperience Centre in Mlolongo, Machakos County, to tap into the rapidly expanding residential and commercial construction market unfolding along the Nairobi-Mombasa…
African governments are deliberately developing new ways to finance the protection and restoration of forests, providing practical examples of how forest finance can move from just models to delivery at scale. According to a Progress…
Three stadiums in Uasin Gishu, Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties are undergoing final preparations ahead of this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, with the main venue in Eldoret still under construction less than a month before the…
At the ongoing Nairobi International Book Fair at Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi, a new novel that explores the limits of law enforcement was launched. The Abduction Squad by Kenyan author John Kiriamiti, examines what happens when…
