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Kenya pushes Washington to scrap Trump-era tariffs as trade pressures mount
Mwangi Maina  |  May 07, 2025

The duties now threaten to erode Kenya's competitiveness in its most lucrative export market.

ICJ dismisses Sudan’s genocide case against UAE over alleged support to RSF
Mwangi Maina  |  May 05, 2025

In a decision issued on Monday, the UN's top court ruled that it "manifestly lacked" jurisdiction to hear the case, effectively ending the proceedings...

Forgotten hygiene: Handwashing struggles in Nairobi slums as Covid protocols fade
Charity Kilei  |  May 06, 2025

A spot check by The Eastleigh Voice across several slums in Nairobi paints a concerning picture of failed water initiatives, ruined infrastructure, dr...

Four police officers charged with murder of Baby Pendo, 39 others in 2017 post-poll chaos
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 05, 2025

This case marks the first time that police officers have been charged under the International Crimes Act, a significant step in the pursuit of justice...

Android 16 set for early launch with major design overhaul and performance boost
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 04, 2025

Beyond visuals, Android 16 will continue pushing its Privacy Sandbox initiative, giving users more control over how apps access personal data.

Kibwana: Kenya’s leadership crisis rooted in failure to uphold Constitution
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

Prof Kibwana believes that Kenya has the necessary resources to thrive, but insists that leadership driven by greed will only hold the country back.

Kenya dodges Western Sahara stance, reaffirms One-China Policy in new foreign blueprint
Mwangi Maina  |  Apr 28, 2025

As Ruto courts global partnerships, Nairobi's diplomatic pragmatism risks fraying the solidarity it once championed in Africa's unfinished decolonisat...

Disputed census figures in Northern region counties forces Senate to rethink county revenue share
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 26, 2025

The High Court nullified population figures used for Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa counties.

Heartbreak in Yaoundé as Junior Starlets fall short in World Cup qualification bid
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 25, 2025

Kenya's Junior Starlets saw their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup dream come to an end in Yaoundé after a 3-1 defeat to Cameroon in the return leg of their...

Kipyegon targets four-minute mile in Nike "Breaking 4" project
Reuters  |  Apr 24, 2025

Full details are yet to be revealed but, as with her compatriot's 1:59:40.2 marathon in Vienna in 2019, she is likely to be aided by "in and out" pace...

Nairobi rolls out Route 111 BRT pilot project to streamline and stabilise public transport
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 23, 2025

With the continued support from international partners and the success of this pilot, Nairobi is one step closer to providing its residents with a pub...

What happens if Trump trashes the AGOA pact?
DW News  |  Apr 22, 2025

African nations have enjoyed duty-free access to the US market for over two decades under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), up for renewa...

Down but not out, Junior Starlets vow to bounce back against Cameroon
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 21, 2025

With Cameroon carrying an away goal advantage, the Junior Starlets will need to win by at least 2-0 to secure a place at the 2025 FIFA U17 Women’s Wor...

Junior Starlets suffer narrow 1-0 loss to Cameroon in first leg of crucial World Cup qualifier
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 20, 2025

Despite their best efforts, Junior Starlets could not find a way back into the match and will now have to redeem themselves in the return leg, which w...

Morocco face Mali in U-17 AFCON final
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 19, 2025

Morocco take on Mali in Saturday’s U-17 AFCON final in Mohammedia, with the hosts eyeing a historic first title and Mali targeting their third. The ma...

Kenya Space Agency warns over potential space debris re-entry this weekend
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

The Kenya Space Agency said the object is of particular concern because its predicted path crosses the eastern African region, including parts of Keny...

U17 AFCON: Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire battle for third
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 18, 2025

Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire face off tonight in Casablanca for third place at the U-17 AFCON. With regional pride and a podium finish on the line,...

Cameroon’s Baby Lionesses out to avoid repeat mistakes against Junior Starlets
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 17, 2025

Cameroon U17 women’s team are wary of Kenya’s Junior Starlets ahead of their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier in Yaoundé, with coach stressing th...

Kenya’s gang crisis: Report exposes 309 criminal groups gripping major counties
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 17, 2025

Dreaded gangs are characterised by their use of sharp weapons such as pangas and poisoned arrows, extreme violence, and involvement in drug peddling o...

WHO members reach deal on global pandemic preparedness after 3 years of talks
Reuters  |  Apr 16, 2025

The agreement is widely seen as a victory for the global health agency at a time when multilateral organisations like the WHO have been battered by sh...

Junior Starlets confident ahead of Cameroon showdown
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 15, 2025

Junior Starlets are set to host the West Africans in Nairobi on Sunday, April 20, 2025, before travelling to Cameroon to play the second leg on Friday...

Rwanda to build regional hub for satellite development and testing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 14, 2025

The plan is detailed in Rwanda’s recently approved space policy, which prioritises reducing the country’s reliance on foreign providers for satellite...

Court delay deepens pain for 2007-08 post-poll GBV survivors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

While the appeal was expected to provide clarity and hope, the postponement has instead caused new pain.

Ivory Coast threatens more expensive cocoa in response to US tariffs
Reuters  |  Apr 11, 2025

Last week, the Trump administration announced tariffs of 21%, the highest in West Africa, on the Ivory Coast as part of higher targeted duties on doze...

China speaks with Saudi Arabia, South Africa about response to US tariffs
Reuters  |  Apr 11, 2025

The conversations took place over separate video calls on Thursday in which China discussed strengthening bilateral economic and trade cooperation wit...

Report reveals Gen Francis Ogolla’s KAF 1501’s final flight lasted only two minutes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

The Bell UH-1H-II (Huey) helicopter KAF 1501 left Nairobi’s Wilson Airport on April 18, 2024, for a field tour to assess military operations in Baring...

Report: Huey helicopter that crashed with Ogolla onboard was considered highly reliable
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 11, 2025

In its findings, the board of inquiry concluded that the aircraft crashed due to an engine malfunction.

Congo government, M23 rebel delegations in Doha for talks, sources say
Reuters  |  Apr 10, 2025

Members of both delegations confirmed their presence in the Qatari capital and said there was a face-to-face meeting on Wednesday, but they were still...

Nationwide training for 7,000 principals begins ahead of Grade 10 rollout in 2026
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 10, 2025

Senior school under the competency-based curriculum is set to be rolled out in January 2026, marking a critical phase in the ongoing education reforms...

Samsung rolls out android 15 updates to select galaxy devices, leaving out older models
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 09, 2025

Older devices, particularly those with outdated processors, insufficient RAM, or limited hardware capabilities, may not be able to handle the new feat...

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