Day of Arafa,Day of Arafat Stories

Muslims in Eastleigh, rest of Kenya observe the Day of Arafah through fasting
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 05, 2025

While it is not compulsory for those not on pilgrimage, it is widely practised by Muslims who are not performing the Hajj.

Rally driver Assad Khan was unconscious after alleged assault by Maxine Wahome, court told
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 04, 2025

The doctor said several tests were performed before treatment began to determine the cause of Khan’s recurring loss of consciousness.

Harambee Starlets set to compete in 2025 CECAFA Women’s Championship in Tanzania
Erick Kariuki  |  Jun 04, 2025

Kenya will compete in the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship in Tanzania, with the Harambee Starlets among five teams confirmed for the regional...

What is Hajj? Understanding the sacred journey millions of Muslims make each year
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 03, 2025

The pilgrimage follows a specific set of rituals and is carried out in and around the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia.

Three suspects detained in Sh10.4 million Safaricom Sacco fraud case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 30, 2025

Kaburu was arrested in May 2025 at a mall parking lot in Nairobi, while Ombogo and Mugambi were arrested in a lodge at the Namanga border.

Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa appointed chairman of Ethiopian division amid strong growth
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 30, 2025

The telco's customer base has also grown to 8.8 million, including 7.1 million active data users, according to the company.

Millions affected as poor mobile phone network quality persists in over 30 counties, CA report reveals
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

Section 23 of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998, requires the CA to ensure that licensed telecom operators and service providers deli...

Telkom on regulator’s red list after failing quality test, Airtel improves service score
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

This comes as Airtel Kenya, which was previously flagged alongside Telkom, improved its score from 79 per cent in the previous year to 83.3 per cent,...

Rogue recruitment agencies to refund job seekers or face legal action, says Labour ministry
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2025

The PS urged job seekers to verify recruitment agencies through official government channels, specifically pointing them to the National Employment Au...

Boost for small businesses as Safaricom revamps ‘Fuliza’ and ‘Pochi’ with credit offer
Alfred Onyango  |  May 21, 2025

Safaricom announced it has enhanced the products to integrate a credit facility under a new offering dubbed Taasi.

Lobby group sues Safaricom, Airtel over unauthorised deductions and subscriptions
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 20, 2025

The lobby group, through student leader Anthony Manyara and John Mwangi, has also sought court orders compelling the Communications Authority of Kenya...

Safari Rally legend Mike Doughty dies at 88
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 20, 2025

Doughty passed away at the Aga Khan Hospital in Nairobi on Monday, bringing an end to a decorated career in rallying that spanned over a decade.

Ethiopia's Somali State president welcomed in Nairobi as leaders hail cross-border unity, progress
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 18, 2025

President Mustafa expressed his gratitude to the Somali community in Nairobi for organising the event and hosting him. He stated that it was a moment...

Safaricom’s role in SHA limited to tech support - CEO Peter Ndegwa
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 14, 2025

According to Ndegwa, the project is designed to run over 10 years, with payment only coming after the completion of their assigned tasks.

Amnesty urges action as report exposes abuse of Kenyan domestic workers in Saudi Arabia
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 12, 2025

Recruitment agencies commonly mislead them about the nature of the jobs, only for them to arrive in Saudi Arabia to a far grimmer reality.

Amnesty urges Saudi Arabia to scrap kafala system trapping Kenyan domestic workers in abuse
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 12, 2025

According to Amnesty, the system leaves migrant domestic workers particularly vulnerable, as they are excluded from Saudi Arabia's labour protection l...

800,000 more Kenyans turn to Fuliza in 2024 as economic pressure bites
Alfred Onyango  |  May 09, 2025

Data from the country’s largest telecommunications provider shows that the number of active users rose to 7.9 million—an increase of 12 per cent from...

Ouma wears No. 14 with pride as he channels idol Olunga at U20 AFCON
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 04, 2025

On Thursday, Okoth, 19, made a grand debut on the continental stage by scoring Kenya's first goal in their U20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group B o...

Record crowd turns up for 2025 WRC Safari Rally as focus shifts to 2026 edition
Erick Kariuki  |  May 03, 2025

The 2025 WRC Safari Rally recorded its highest attendance since Kenya’s return to the world stage, drawing over 400,000 fans. Attention now shifts to...

Bien and Suldaan wow fans with 'Safari', a powerful blend of Swahili and Somali sounds
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 26, 2025

As the song continues to dominate streaming platforms, “Safari” is more than just a hit; it is a movement, symbolising the power of African unity and...

Over 10 million Ethiopians face hunger as WFP warns of aid cuts amid funding crisis
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 22, 2025

WFP has warned that its life-saving operations are severely hampered by significant funding shortfalls, with 3.6 million of the most vulnerable indivi...

Authority grants import levy exemption for nuts and oil crops from EAC countries
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 17, 2025

According to AFA, the move aims to reduce costs for companies operating within these zones, which will no longer be required to pay import levies on n...

Forgot your Safaricom number? Here is a simple way to get it
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 09, 2025

The quickest way to check your Safaricom number is by using a USSD code.

Kenyans spent over 27 billion minutes on phone calls in three months - CA report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 03, 2025

Airtel Kenya subscribers accounted for the highest call durations, speaking nearly twice as long as Safaricom users.

Katiba Institute defends journalist against Safaricom's lawsuit
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 26, 2025

The research and litigation institution said it is concerned that the journalist faces the risk of being ordered to pay heavy costs that follow the la...

Elfyn Evans claims victory at the 2025 WRC Safari Rally
Amina Wako  |  Mar 23, 2025

Two-time WRC champion Kalle Rovanpera was forced to retire on Sunday morning due to an electrical issue with his Toyota, putting a dent in his champio...

Elfyn Evans extends lead as Safari Rally heads into final day
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 22, 2025

Elfyn Evans took a commanding lead in the 2025 Safari Rally after a dominant performance in Saturday’s stages in Naivasha. The Toyota Gazoo Racing dri...

CS Mvurya confirms push to renew WRC Safari Rally past 2026 is underway
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 22, 2025

The country's initial five-year agreement with the WRC Promoter concludes this year, but an extension was secured for an additional year until 2026.

State cuts costs for 2025 WRC Safari Rally, aims for full private sector funding
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 20, 2025

The government has brought the costs down from Sh2.1 billion in 2023 to Sh980 million this year.

Police caution road users, spectators to observe safety during WRC Safari Rally
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 19, 2025

Bus and lorry drivers have been directed to refrain from obstructing traffic along the Naivasha-Nakuru Road to ensure smooth movement and avoid conges...

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