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'You cannot grow an economy through taxation,' experts warn
The government has been urged to create a more predictable and supportive environment for investors.
By 2 days ago
'You cannot grow an economy through taxation,' experts warn
I don't work for the government, Faith Odhiambo says on protest victims panel
LSK President Faith Odhiambo says she's consulting on her role in protests victims compensation panel, insists she doesn't work for government or opposition amid concerns over her participation.
By 2 days ago
I don't work for the government, Faith Odhiambo says on protest victims panel
Africa pushes for urgent climate action as AU adopts frameworks
(AU) member states have rallied behind a renewed call for accelerated implementation of continental climate frameworks, underscoring the urgency of safeguarding the continent.
By 3 days ago
Africa pushes for urgent climate action as AU adopts frameworks
KeNHA issues advisory after a section of Muthaiga - Kiambu Road collapses
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued an alert to motorists using the Muthaiga - Kiambu Road after a section of the pavement collapsed.
By 3 days ago
KeNHA issues advisory after a section of Muthaiga - Kiambu Road collapses
Mary Sagini, widow of former minister Lawrence Sagini, is dead
Mary Sagini, widow of former minister Lawrence Sagini, dies while receiving treatment at a hospital in Nairobi, family says she had been battling breast cancer.
By 3 days ago
Mary Sagini, widow of former minister Lawrence Sagini, is dead
Kenya pushes for equity and sustainability in Nile discourse amid GERD launch
Kenya has urged Ethiopia and Egypt to engage in constructive engagement over the wider Nile Basin discourse during the inauguration of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.
By 4 days ago
Kenya pushes for equity and sustainability in Nile discourse amid GERD launch
Report: IGAD region hosted nearly seven million migrants by 2022
IGAD region hosted at least 6.8 million international migrants as of 2022, up from 4.1 million in 2013; population grew to 283.5 million across eight member states, new report shows.
By 7 days ago
Report: IGAD region hosted nearly seven million migrants by 2022
Licenses of four tour operators revoked in crackdown on rogue firms
Government revokes licenses of four tour operators, including Kenmara, in crackdown on industry breaches, tourism regulator warns operators against non-compliance.
By 7 days ago
Licenses of four tour operators revoked in crackdown on rogue firms
Kindiki urges Africa to strengthen Pan-African payment system
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on African countries to strengthen the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), to boost trade and reduce reliance on the US dollar.
By 8 days ago
Kindiki urges Africa to strengthen Pan-African payment system
'Losing faith in Faith?' LSK President under fire over role in protest victims panel
LSK President Faith Odhiambo’s acceptance of President William Ruto’s appointment as the vice chairperson of a panel on compensation for victims of protests has sparked heated debate online.
By 8 days ago
'Losing faith in Faith?' LSK President under fire over role in protest victims panel
CBK licenses 27 more digital credit providers
CBK licenses 27 new digital credit providers, raising total to 153, says regulation aims to curb unethical debt collection, and high lending costs.
By 9 days ago
CBK licenses 27 more digital credit providers
Ruto rallies nation to back Kenya's dream of becoming a sports powerhouse
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans, stakeholders, and development partners to join hands in positioning the country as a global sports powerhouse.
By 10 days ago
Ruto rallies nation to back Kenya's dream of becoming a sports powerhouse
Former SRC chair warns judges' pension plan is unsustainable
Former Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) chairperson Lyn Mengich has warned that a proposed pension scheme for judges is unrealistic and unsustainable.
By 11 days ago
Former SRC chair warns judges' pension plan is unsustainable
Kenyan officer killed in Haiti road crash identified
Kenyan officer killed in Haiti road crash identified as Corporal Kennedy Mutuku Nzuve, his remains to be repatriated, MSS mission says.
By 11 days ago
Kenyan officer killed in Haiti road crash identified
Ruto: No rank, office or region will stand in the fight against corruption
President William Ruto urges public to unite against corruption, says no title, rank, office, or region will stand in the way of the fight.
By 14 days ago
Ruto: No rank, office or region will stand in the fight against corruption
Ex-ministers accuse Executive of meddling in Cabinet roles
Two former Cabinet ministers have accused President William Ruto’s administration of interfering in ministerial functions, claiming this has stifled performance and undermined accountability.
By 15 days ago
Ex-ministers accuse Executive of meddling in Cabinet roles
Senator Madzayo demands accountability for Kwa Binzaro deaths
Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo faults police silence on cult-like deaths in Kwa Binzaro village, urges Inspector General to provide answers.
By 15 days ago
Senator Madzayo demands accountability for Kwa Binzaro deaths
Kenya's inflation rate rises to 4.5 per cent in August
August inflation rate rises to 4.5pc from 4.1pc in July, driven by higher food, transport, and alcohol prices; fuel and water costs declined, KNBS says.
By 15 days ago
Kenya's inflation rate rises to 4.5 per cent in August
Parts of Kenya to face hotter, drier conditions in October to December- forecast
Residents in Eastern and Northern Kenya should brace for hotter and drier than normal conditions between October and December.
By 16 days ago
Parts of Kenya to face hotter, drier conditions in October to December- forecast
Kindiki, Mbadi rule out return to manual procurement
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has ruled out the use of manual systems in government procurement, insisting the process will remain fully electronic, despite resistance from some quarters.
By 16 days ago
Kindiki, Mbadi rule out return to manual procurement
Kenya would be worse off without 2010 Constitution, says Kioni
As Kenya marks 15 years since the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution, debate continues over whether the country is on the right track.
By 17 days ago
Kenya would be worse off without 2010 Constitution, says Kioni
CHAN fever hits Standard Group as trophy makes appearance (Photos)
CHAN trophy lands at Standard Group PLC, Nairobi with legends Victor Wanyama and Tanzania’s Mrisho Ngasa, received by Group CEO Chaacha Mwita.
By 17 days ago
CHAN fever hits Standard Group as trophy makes appearance (Photos)
Drama at Parliament as ousted Senator Orwoba blocks gate
Ex-nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba denied entry to Parliament after blocking gate with her car, claims her replacement by Consolata Wakwabubi was illegal.
By 17 days ago
Drama at Parliament as ousted Senator Orwoba blocks gate
Ladnan Hospital denies links to SHA boss amid fraud claim
Ladnan Hospital in Nairobi has distanced itself from the Social Health Authority (SHA) chairperson, Abdi Mohammed, saying it's now under Metropolitan Hospital Holdings Limited.
By 18 days ago
Ladnan Hospital denies links to SHA boss amid fraud claim
COTU threatens to quit SHA board over lack of autonomy
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Kenya) has threatened to withdraw from the Social Health Authority (SHA) board unless the agency is granted full autonomy.
By 18 days ago
COTU threatens to quit SHA board over lack of autonomy
Ex-MP Kimani Ngunjiri calls for speedy trials in corruption cases
Reacting to President William Ruto’s recent claims on bribery by lawmakers, Ngunjiri proposed that all corruption cases be concluded within six months.
By 22 days ago
Ex-MP Kimani Ngunjiri calls for speedy trials in corruption cases
Early road closures for Harambee Stars match ignite public anger
Commuters plying the Thika Superhighway on Friday faced it rough, after police blocked several sections of the road.
By 22 days ago
Early road closures for Harambee Stars match ignite public anger
No, Nairobi Expressway is not closed for Gachagua's return
Moja Expressway has dismissed as fake a poster circulating on social media claiming the Expressway would be closed today, ahead of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s return.
By 23 days ago
No, Nairobi Expressway is not closed for Gachagua's return
Nine arrested in Eastleigh for running unlicensed courier services
Nine suspects arrested in Eastleigh, Nairobi, for running unlicensed courier services, including Turkana and Mandera Parcel stores; detained at California Police Station.
By 23 days ago
Nine arrested in Eastleigh for running unlicensed courier services
Havi faults three arms of govt, asks Kenyans to exercise power
Nelson Havi accused the Judiciary of overseeing corruption and castigated the three arms of government for failing in their roles.
By 23 days ago
Havi faults three arms of govt, asks Kenyans to exercise power
'Delulu,' 'skibidi,' and 'inspo' among new words joining Cambridge dictionary
If you’ve been calling yourself “delulu,” flexing a new “lewk,” or joking about “skibidi,” congratulations, the Cambridge dictionary just made it official.
By 24 days ago
'Delulu,' 'skibidi,' and 'inspo' among new words joining Cambridge dictionary
Poisons Board warns against misuse of Ozempic for weight loss
Pharmacy and Poisons Board cautions public against using semaglutide, also known as Ozempic for weight loss, says it's a prescription-only-drug for treating type 2 diabetes.
By 25 days ago
Poisons Board warns against misuse of Ozempic for weight loss
Expert: President Ruto positioning as anti-graft candidate in 2027
William Ruto’s new stance against corruption has been met with cautious optimism as critics question the sincerity of the strong words in contrast to fewer convictions from numerous graft cases.
By 25 days ago
Expert: President Ruto positioning as anti-graft candidate in 2027
Homa Bay traders make a kill as curtains fall on Devolution Conference
Homa Bay town was a beehive of activity on Friday, August 15, as traders scrambled to make a kill on the last day of the 2025 Devolution Conference hosted at Homa Bay Secondary School.
By 29 days ago
Homa Bay traders make a kill as curtains fall on Devolution Conference
Counties urged to partner with civil societies at devolution conference
Siaya Senator James Orengo lauded civil society groups for holding leaders accountable and urged them to continue calling out bad governance.
By 30 days ago
Counties urged to partner with civil societies at devolution conference
Engineers push for digitisation of county approval processes
Engineers push for digitisation of county approval processes
By 30 days ago
Engineers push for digitisation of county approval processes
Ruto lands in Homa Bay for this year's Devolution conference
President William Ruto has arrived in Homa Bay ahead of this year’s 025 Devolution Conference, themed ‘For the People, For Prosperity. 
By 1 month ago
Ruto lands in Homa Bay for this year's Devolution conference
Ruto orders crackdown on road negligence after fatal crashes kill over 30
President Ruto directs traffic enforcers to act against those responsible for road negligence after nearly 40 people killed in a series of accidents in three days.
By 1 month ago
Ruto orders crackdown on road negligence after fatal crashes kill over 30
IEBC announces dates for all by-elections
IEBC gazettes November 27 by-elections to fill 16 MCA and six MP seats including Baringo Senate seat; appoints returning and deputy returning officers for the exercise.
By 1 month ago
IEBC announces dates for all by-elections
Ruto, Raila share stage in farewell to Phoebe Asiyo (Photos)
Former Karachuonyo MP Phoebe Asiyo's burial underway in Wikondiek, Homa Bay; President Ruto, Prime CS Mudavadi, Governor Wanga present, Raila Odinga expected to attend.
By 1 month ago
Ruto, Raila share stage in farewell to Phoebe Asiyo (Photos)
KCB and Strathmore reach Dala 7s quarters
Rugby
By Washington Onyango
4 hrs ago
Three-time world champion Kipyegon lays down early marker
Athletics
By Stephen Rutto
4 hrs ago