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Olu Jacobs, one of Nigeria’s best known actors, whose career spanned several decades across theatre, television and film, has died at the age of 84. His wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, announced his death and asked for privacy while the…
The healthcare sector in Kenya is expected to move closer toward self-reliance as regional manufacturers, regulators, and investors gather at a forthcoming continental summit aimed at expanding local pharmaceutical production and reducing…
Kenya is on course to export its first crude oil from Turkana in the first quarter of 2027, with production expected to begin in December 2026, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced. Speaking in Nairobi during…
Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening specialised skills and expertise gained through the Kenya–Morocco medical exchange programme to expand cochlear implantation services and reach more children across the country. This was…
Residents of Karumandi Ward in Kirinyaga County can now breathe a sigh of relief following the opening of a new dispensary that will bring essential healthcare services closer to their homes. Kavote Dispensary which was officially opened…
Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing’Oei has expressed delight that Kenya will host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, representing the African continent. In a statement, Sing’Oei noted that the successful bid…
Legislators attending the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) in Cape Town, South Africa, have accused their respective governments of failing to address the challenges faced by persons living with disabilities (PLWDs),…
The 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opened on September 15 at the Chongqing Yuelai International Convention Center, bringing together scholars, officials and diplomatic representatives from nearly 20 countries — including Egypt,…
Nairobi is set to host the African premiere of ‘Rhino’, a feature documentary that turns the spotlight on the people behind one of Kenya’s most remarkable conservation stories. The film will premiere on 26 September at Trademark Hotel,…
The UK government is in discussions about joining a global investment bank aimed at raising more money for defence spending. Chancellor John Healey is considering a bid to join the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB), not long…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has secured the continued detention of Kenyan national Sancho Kibutu, who is wanted by the United States of America to face sentencing following his conviction over a fatal drunk-driving offence.…
Kenya’s tourism prospects are set for a significant boost following Nairobi’s historic selection as host city of the 2029 World Athletics Championships, making it the first African city in the competition’s 47-year history to be awarded…
President William Ruto has urged the Siaya County Governor to stop being used by former President Uhuru Kenyatta to oppose government programmes and instead serve the people of Siaya. The President said the people of Siaya did not elect…
Kenya’s energy sector can strengthen consumer protection and security of supply through improved planning, investment in infrastructure and closer collaboration among regulators, industry players and other stakeholders. The discussions…
Kenyans have the opportunity to win an NAACP award for their work, as the social activist organisation adds 10 new African categories. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), established in 1909 to fight…
Ruring’u’s skyline is changing as an Affordable Housing Project takes shape, creating new prospects for families seeking decent and affordable homes in Nyeri. Paul Wambugu has watched the transformation from the beginning. “I have been…
Kenya and Finland are strengthening cooperation on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies as the two countries prepare to engage in high-level discussions at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. Kenya’s Special…
Nikita Kering’ has won Kenya’s only AFRIMMA award at the 2026 award ceremony, which took place in Dallas. The “Niwache” singer won the award for Best Female in East Africa, beating out fellow Kenyans Njerae and Bridgit Blue as well as…
All of the remaining support acts on Ed Sheeran’s US tour have quit, after the rapper Macklemore was dropped from the line-up for making pro-Palestinian remarks on stage. Among them were Finneas, the brother of pop star Billie Eilish, who…
Twenty-five African and African-diaspora faith leaders have launched the African Democratic Covenant, calling for a pause on laws they say are narrowing democratic space and threatening human dignity across the continent. The African…
What hit me first at Beijing Capital International Airport was the scent. Clean, fresh air, and the sheer beauty of the surroundings. I stood there, luggage in hand, completely awed. The infrastructure and technology in China are amazing,…
The outlet will serve both Kenyan and the rest of the East African markets with mores outlets set to be opened in Galleria before moving into Nigeria and Morocco.
A former Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) official has been sentenced to 11 years for fraudulently acquiring public property and uttering false documents after using forged academic papers to secure employment at the company.…
With the 2027 polls approaching, the Ambassador said the partnership could play a pivotal role in strengthening public broadcasting at a time when the media is likely to come under increased scrutiny
