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But Kenya's apparent pivot to China has caused considerable unease in Washington. President Ruto's April 2025 state visit to Beijing came at the heigh...
Ruto acknowledged that the evolving relationship with China had caused discomfort among some of Kenya’s traditional Western allies, but maintained tha...
Samia said the EACLC will strengthen Tanzania's commercial ties with markets across the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa.
As global demand for critical minerals reshapes geopolitics, African states must recognise and assert the strategic leverage their mineral resources p...
The proposals, which were privately initiated, will now proceed to the development phase, paving the way for contract discussions with government agen...
Speaking in Beijing on Friday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun described Palestine as the “core of Middle East issues” and reiterated China’s...
The airline transports nearly one million tonnes of cargo annually across a global network of over 140 destinations by operating a modern fleet along...
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu said the corporation had not put in place effective measures to ensure full revenue collection on its commuter service...
The tender, which had been initially announced on July 15, has raised concerns over the future of the multi-billion shilling project that sought to ea...
The project will cover the Muthaiga–Kiambu–Ndumberi stretch and key spurs, including Ridgeways Road, the Kiambu–Thika Road link, and UN Avenue through...
The Treasury said the decision was based on a critical review of the project development report, which failed to meet key regulatory requirements.
KeNHA, in a notice published on Tuesday, July 8, revealed it has received a proposal from Multiplex Partners Company for the construction of a 175-kil...
Namwamba assumed the role during a ceremony hosted at the UN Complex, taking over leadership from Ambassador Wael Nasreidin Attiya of the Arab Republi...
In recent years, Beijing has deepened cooperation with African countries across a spectrum from agriculture to infrastructure, consolidating its posit...
In a move that leaves no room for ambiguity, Mudavadi underscored that Nairobi “does not, and will not”, recognise Taiwan as an independent state.
The Bank’s successful entry into China’s Interbank Bond Market followed rigorous regulatory and approval processes for Panda bond issuances.
The initiative is part of a broader strategy to build domestic capacity, reduce reliance on medical imports and enhance healthcare resilience.
By the end of April, the outstanding inclusive loans issued to micro and small enterprises reached about 4.77 trillion US dollars, up 11.9 per cent ye...
The trade wars, characterised by escalating tariffs and trade barriers among major economies, have disrupted international markets and supply chains,...
The 369-kilometre line is designed to improve the viability of the railway by linking it to Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with...
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said Kenya's diplomacy is guided by national interest, not external pressure.
However, unlike the popular belief that the increase may be linked to the ongoing US-China trade war, Apple is reportedly seeking alternative reasons...
Koech invited Senator Risch and the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to visit Kenya, engage with its people, and witness firsthand the clarity with...
Kenya imported over 2.3 million smartphones from China in 2024 alone, a 71.5 per cent increase from the 2023 tally of 1.3 million units, according to...
The project will upgrade the 170-kilometre corridor into a four-lane dual carriageway, with six lanes planned in some high-traffic segments.
“That’s not just alignment with China—it’s allegiance. Relying on leaders who so openly embrace Beijing is a mistake... It’s time to reassess our rela...
Only 11 African countries face US tariffs above 20 per cent, and just two of those send more than 10 per cent of their exports to the US.
Kagwe said the meeting was part of efforts to grow Kenya's footprint in the Chinese tea market and increase exports to the Asian nation.
China and Russia have been working closely in mechanisms like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which are vital platforms for Global So...
In early April, the United States rolled out so-called "reciprocal" tariffs against almost all of its trading partners worldwide, triggering widesprea...
