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Kenya’s loan defaults surge to Sh717.5bn as banks intensify recovery efforts amid financial strain
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

The CBK survey revealed that banks plan to ramp up loan recovery efforts in eight of the 11 economic sectors and maintain the current pace in the rema...

Bureaucracy blocking access to information, Dagoretti residents say in push for transparency
Mary Wambui  |  May 22, 2025

The law requires that the government publish and publicise important information affecting the nation as a standing constitutional obligation.

How to make flavourful Swahili coconut fish dish samaki wa kupaka at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 18, 2025

Whether you are by the ocean or in an urban apartment in Nairobi, you do not need to travel to Mombasa to enjoy this dish.

New AUC Chair faces old challenges as he seeks to rebuild trust with regional blocs
Mwangi Maina  |  May 14, 2025

The AU has long struggled with disjointed relationships with regional blocs—a dysfunction that has often bred mistrust, competition, and in some cases...

Deputy governors demand Sh600 billion for counties to boost devolution
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

The governors argue that the proposed allocation of Sh405.1 billion falls short of the constitutional threshold and threatens to stall essential servi...

Deputy Governors seek constitutional changes to have clear mandates
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2025

The Deputy Governors’ Caucus, led by Laikipia Deputy Governor Reuben Kamuri, said their offices lack defined functions, leaving them sidelined in the...

Kenya to open coffee auctions to global buyers to boost farmers' earnings, Kagwe says
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 11, 2025

According to Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe, Kenya's improved digital infrastructure now allows international buyers to participate in the coffee auction...

AU, IGAD step up efforts to revive South Sudan's stalled peace process
Mwangi Maina  |  May 06, 2025

The high-level visit to Juba came amid mounting tensions and stalled progress in the implementation of the 2018 accord.

South Sudan invites AU, IGAD chiefs for crisis talks amid fears of renewed conflict
Mwangi Maina  |  May 05, 2025

IGAD's Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu urged all actors to avoid unilateral actions and respect the framework of the 2018 accord, still regarded...

Court grants permission for Equity Bank to auction Moses Kuria's Kiambu property over Sh54m loan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 08, 2025

The former Investments and Trade Cabinet Secretary did not contest the loan but explained that he had been unable to complete construction of the hous...

Regional bodies call for restraint in South Sudan as tensions rise after Machar’s arrest
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 27, 2025

IGAD's Executive Secretary, Workneh Gebeyehu, said such developments undermine the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Su...

AU welcomes Doha talks on DRC crisis but reaffirms 'African solutions' mantra
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 19, 2025

While the AU's endorsement of the Doha talks signals pragmatism, the message is clear: the union wants to retain ownership of the peace process.

Youth groups demand revocation of IEBC commissioners' shortlist citing bias, exclusion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 17, 2025

They termed the omission of young candidates as a clear violation of constitutional provisions that promote inclusivity, fair representation and equal...

Algeria's Selma Haddadi takes helm as AUC Deputy Chairperson
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 13, 2025

She will now serve as Djibouti's Mahmoud Ali Youssouf's deputy, overseeing the commission's administration and financial management.

New era at AU Commission as Mahmoud Ali Youssouf unveils his leadership team
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 13, 2025

Beyond his core team, Mahmoud is expected to appoint advisers, senior diplomatic staff, and policy experts to bolster his administration.

Revealed: Ruto’s government spent over half a billion shillings on Raila’s failed AUC bid
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 10, 2025

Koech confirmed that the money was allocated to ‘international candidatures activity,’ specifically funding Kenya’s campaign for Odinga’s AUC chairman...

How to make viazi karai with ukwaju sauce
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Feb 27, 2025

Serve the crispy viazi karai hot with a generous drizzle of ukwaju sauce on the side for dipping.

Raila Odinga: State did not spend Sh13 billion on my AUC campaigns
Charles Adinda  |  Feb 24, 2025

Odinga said the government only covered the necessary transport and that he did not indulge in any extravagance.

How Foreign Affairs budget increased to fund Raila’s failed AU bid- Treasury
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 24, 2025

The funds have been directed toward general administration, planning, support services, and foreign relations and diplomacy, including the costs incur...

Aladwa: Edwin Sifuna risks removal from ODM for opposing Raila-Ruto alliance
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 23, 2025

Aladwa alleged that Sifuna is being used by Rigathi Gachagua to undermine ODM’s position and discredit the broad-based government.

Raila for Prime Minister! UDA leaders push for constitutional changes after AUC loss
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 17, 2025

Belgut MP Nelson Koech said Odinga’s experience and political acumen should not go unutilised.

Djibouti fires back at Ruto after Kenya's AUC defeat: "Africa deserved better than Raila"
Mwangi Maina  |  Feb 17, 2025

"Thirty-three heads of state chose Mahmoud, the right choice for Africa’s challenges, refusing to let the AU be hostage to Kenyan domestic politics. A...

Mohammed Doyo: Kenya’s diplomatic missteps that cost Raila AU Commission chair
Mohammed Doyo  |  Feb 16, 2025

We goofed a big time. And here we are again. Baba rejected again. Far away from home. Not because he was not a strong or visionary candidate but becau...

Africa missed out on the best, Ruto on Raila’s AUC defeat
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 16, 2025

The president commended Raila’s dedication throughout the campaign, noting that he engaged all key stakeholders and spared no effort in his bid for th...

Prof Kagwanja: How Kenya’s foreign policy contributed to Raila’s defeat
Peter Kagwanja  |  Feb 16, 2025

The loss is a wake-up call for Kenya to return to its Africa-centered foreign policy based on national interests.

Ruto did not sabotage my AUC bid, Raila says
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 16, 2025

Raila called on Kenyans to move on from the election, which took place on Saturday, February 15, and focus on building the nation.

Welcome back home; Kenyans have unfinished business with you, Gachagua tells Raila after AUC defeat
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 16, 2025

Gachagua maintained that the outcome of the AU race did not diminish Raila’s leadership or his ability to contribute to Kenya’s progress.

Ruto assures support for new AU leadership after Raila's election defeat
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 15, 2025

President William Ruto acknowledged the loss but stressed that the election was about Africa's collective future rather than individual nations.

Raila Odinga concedes defeat as Djibouti’s Mahmoud Youssouf elected new AUC Chairperson
Mwangi Maina  |  Feb 15, 2025

Raila failed to maintain the momentum in subsequent rounds, leading to his early exit—a repeat of the 2017 AUC race, where former Foreign Minister Ami...

Congratulations pour in after Mahmoud Youssouf's AUC Chair win
Dennis Tarus  |  Feb 15, 2025

Kenyan President William Ruto whose candidate Raila Odinga contested in the AUC Chair race was also quick to acknowledge the results.

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