April 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya, April 8 – A majority of Kenyans are open to an increase in taxes to enable adequate healthcare access for all. A new report by AfroBarometer, a Pan-African survey firm, shows that nearly six in ten locals (57 percent) are in support of high taxes to fund medical programs. Kenya is one of […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 8 – Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed Judiciary’s commitment to the values of integrity, and efficiency in delivering justice to the public. The Chief Justice said that the Judiciary has intensified the focus on improving case management and ensuring that court users are not subjected to delays or administrative inefficiencies. “We, […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 8 — Former Cabinet Secretary and ex-Speaker of the National Assembly, Justin Muturi, says the State has withdrawn his security detail. Muturi said Tuesday that the two police officers assigned to him in his capacity as former Speaker of the National Assembly were withdrawn without prior notice on Monday evening. “My security […]

LIVINGSTONE, Zambia, April 8 – Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano is in Livingstone, Zambia, to advocate for Kenya’s membership in the United Nations (UN) Tourism Executive Council for the 2025-2029 term. This follows the submission of Kenya’s proposal to all UN Tourism Member States on March 21, 2025. The UN Tourism Executive Council is a key […]

KITALE, Kenya, Apr 8 – A man linked to multiple incidents of vandalism and theft of electricity infrastructure in Western Kenya has been sentenced to six years and 10 months in jail with the option of a Sh10.2 million fine after pleading guilty to four charges under the Energy Act. George Odiyo, who was arraigned […]

MOMBASA, Kenya, Apr 8 – The Mombasa County Government has announced plans to carry out a controlled demolition of a structurally unsafe nine-storey building located on Plot No. XLVI/195/MI, off Abdel Nasser Road. The decision follows a detailed structural assessment by a multi-agency team, which included the County Department of Lands, Urban Planning and Housing, […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 8 – Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has affirmed Kenya’s commitment to supporting humanitarian efforts in Sudan, despite Khartoum’s recent move to suspend Kenyan imports, including tea. Speaking Tuesday during a quarterly diplomatic briefing, Mudavadi said Kenya remains steadfast in offering humanitarian aid to Sudan in good faith. He maintained that Nairobi […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 8 – Kenya Power targets to connect 150,000 customers to the national grid under the Last Mile Connectivity Project (LMCP) Phase VI that is funded by the African Development Bank (AfDB). The customers, comprising households and MSMEs,  will be spread across 45 counties, except Nairobi and Mombasa. “The Government of Kenya has […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 8 – The Ford Foundation has opened its new East Africa offices in Nairobi, signaling a reset in its relations with the Kenyan government just months after a diplomatic row over allegations of funding anti-government protests. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei, who officiated the opening on behalf of Prime Cabinet Secretary […]

By all accounts, President William Ruto’s recent tour of the Mt. Kenya region seemed like a political triumph. Carefully choreographed optics—massive crowds, dancing youths, jubilant chants, and viral social media footage—painted the image of a regime that is vibrant, connected, and widely supported. For the President and his communication team, this was an important public […]