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African 100 metres record holder Ferdinand Omanyala faced a tough test against some of the world’s fastest sprinters at the Rome Diamond League meeting in Italy, finishing eighth as Olympic champion Noah Lyles stormed to victory. The 2022…
The Russian Embassy in Kenya brought together dignitaries, diplomats, embassy friends, and members of the Kenyan public to watch a performance by the Folk ensemble, Khokhloma, at the Braeburn Theatre to celebrate the country’s National…
In a major push for climate resilience and economic empowerment, the Government has mobilised private sector leaders, development partners, and communities to accelerate the restoration of the Mau Forest Complex, the country’s largest…
The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) says that it is fully capable of regulating Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in Kenya, as the hearing of a case challenging the open field cultivation, and placing on the market of genetically…
President William Ruto has challenged African businesses and entrepreneurs to stop looking overseas for markets and begin trading more aggressively in Africa. The President noted that Africa’s market is increasingly becoming the next…
The State Department for Correctional Services has set 2028 as the deadline for transitioning all correctional institutions from wood fuel to clean energy, with a multi-agency consultative process now underway to drive implementation.…
Donald Trump plans to invest hundreds of millions of dollars to revive the US coal industry, with much of the new funding coming through the president’s wartime powers. “So today we’re taking historic action to bring down the price of…
In Kenya’s capital, a civil society organization founded in 2017 is quietly transforming local communities. The Kenya-China Women Association (KCWA), operating as a non-profit and non-political body, has steadily worked across cultural…
The National Assembly has approved the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure and the Medium Term for the Financial Year 2026/2027, unveiling a people-centred budget aimed at strengthening social protection, expanding essential services, and…
The Senate is calling for radical measures to resolve the ballooning amount of unpaid bills by county governments warning that the crisis could lead to legal battles that would paralyze operations of the devolved units. This comes after a…
The 9th Pan-African Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (AYSRHR) Scientific Conference opened in Mombasa this week with a stark collective message from health leaders, government officials, and young people:…
Shakira and Burna Boy are set to perform their collaboration “Dai Dai” at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony on June 11, according to FIFA. In a statement, the football organisation said the ceremony would feature “exciting voices” from…
The Ministry of Health has called for enhanced collaboration with Novartis to accelerate efforts aimed at addressing non-communicable diseases, cancer, sickle cell disease, and palliative care in Kenya. Speaking during a consultative…
The Ghetto Kids, a Ugandan dance troupe made up of street children, are excited at being invited by music superstar Shakira to perform at the World Cup. 🇺🇬 Uganda Ghetto Kids ‘can’t wait’ to join Shakira at World Cup The Ghetto Kids, a…
US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a mass rally in Washington on June 24 to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, saying he’d cancelled planned concerts after several artists pulled out. “In celebration of our Country’s 250…
The accelerated development of technology companies in BRICS countries could increase annual gross domestic product (GDP) growth by up to US$656 billion, while cooperation among member states could generate an additional GDP effect of more…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has said that effective public order management and protection of businesses are critical considerations in the establishment of Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit. He spoke during a learning…
President William Ruto has pledged to deepen economic, diplomatic, and strategic ties with South Africa, saying the two nations are key players in elevating Africa’s voice on the global stage. The President said stronger relations between…
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) says it has forgone Ksh 9.1 billion in tax revenue between April and May 2026 following the reduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel from 16pc to 8pc. Speaking before the Senate Standing Committee on Energy,…
Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani and her Deputy Governor, Chirema Kombo, issued a Ksh.19 million bursary cheque to 43 Vocational Training Centres (VTCs) across the county at Babla Grounds in Ukunda Ward, Msambweni Sub-county. Kwale…
Senior health officials from nine African countries are meeting in Nairobi to discuss means and ways of strengthening safety of nuclear and radiation applications in healthcare. The regional forum hosted by the Kenya Nuclear Regulatory…
Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani and her Deputy Governor, Chirema Kombo, presided over the unveiling of Wayzata FC’s new jerseys at Gazi in Msambweni Sub-county. The two leaders unveiled two sets of jerseys: one to be used for home…
Lands, Housing and Urban Development Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome has declared that the Mt. Kenya region will support President William Ruto’s re-election bid in 2027. She dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as a solitary…
Over 1,750 elite athletes have confirmed their participation in the 42 km race during the 5th Nairobi City Marathon set for this Sunday. The race, which will start outside City Hall and end at Uhuru Park, will consist of the 42 km,21 km,10…
