Veteran Kenyan midfielder Victor Wanyama Stories

Wanyama withdraws from Harambee Stars squad for Chad friendlies, Austin Odhiambo called up
Erick Kariuki  |  May 30, 2025

Initially named in the squad for the matches scheduled to take place in Morocco on 7 and 10 June, Wanyama has since been excused, citing “personal com...

Mining CS Hassan Joho urges police to stop arbitrary arrests of fishermen
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 29, 2025

Joho stressed that arresting fishermen should not be the routine way to enforce the law.

Kenyan leaders hit back at Tanzanian MPs over 'arrogant remarks'
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 27, 2025

This follows comments by Tanzanian MPs during a budget debate on Monday, where they accused Kenya of meddling with Tanzanian affairs.

Tanzanian MPs defend President Samia amid Kenyan backlash over activists' detention, deportation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 27, 2025

MPs said the government’s actions as necessary and said Tanzania was acting within its rights to protect its national interests.

Kenya’s Addis Ababa embassy secures highest facelift budget as Tanzania’s gets the least
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

The proposed facelift budget for Kenya’s foreign missions totals nearly Sh2.35 billion, a move that signals a partial reinstatement of a scrapped allo...

Zubeidah Kananu re-elected as Kenya Editors Guild president in hotly contested election
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 24, 2025

Kananu narrowly defeated her closest challenger, Citizen TV’s Yvonne Okwara, by securing 72 votes against Okwara’s 58.

MUHURI calls on media to expose human rights violations in Northern Kenya
Issa Hussein  |  May 24, 2025

MUHURI expressed concern on prevalent human rights abuses including Gender-Based Violence (GBV), forced disappearances, marginalisation and underdevel...

Youth reproductive health gains at risk from cultural, financial strains, lobby warns
Alfred Onyango  |  May 23, 2025

The group says youth-specific service delivery remains underdeveloped, with few facilities offering tailored environments for adolescents.

Court upholds ban on passport-only voter registration for Kenyans in diaspora
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 22, 2025

Justice Lawrence Mugambi agreed with IEBC that Section 5(3) of the Elections Act first provides for evidence of eligibility for registration as a vot...

Police reforms group demands immediate release of Mwangi and Atuhaire held in Tanzania
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 21, 2025

PRWG-K demanded their immediate release and called for an independent investigation into their arrest, citing grave concerns over the violations of th...

Kenya Fencing Federation suspends Alexandra Ndolo over misconduct claims
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 20, 2025

This follows a formal complaint filed by Ndolo on February 26, in which she raised serious concerns about the Federation's financial transparency and...

‘We do everything, but get nothing’: Kenyan nurses tell of pay gaps, exploitation and burnout
Charity Kilei  |  May 19, 2025

Pay disparities and poor treatment continue to plague healthcare workers under the UHC programme, with around 8,500 staff reportedly earning only half...

One year on: Kenyan-led Haiti Mission faces uncertain future amid logistical and funding crises
Mary Wambui  |  May 16, 2025

The report highlights that the mission is caught between political realignment in the United States and paralysis in international aid efforts, leavin...

New US Bill proposes taxing money sent by Kenyans living abroad
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 15, 2025

Remittance service providers will be required to withhold the tax at the point of transfer unless the sender can prove US citizenship or legal status.

Kenya’s rich barely engage in luxury spending - report
Alfred Onyango  |  May 15, 2025

Rather than splurging on high-end goods and extravagant experiences, the country's rich are prioritising financial growth.

Moi Forces Academy Lanet becomes first national girls’ school to offer aviation technology
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 11, 2025

Over 50 learners will benefit from practical training following a fully functional training aircraft acquisition, which will serve as a hands-on learn...

Mass registration exercise offers relief to Mombasa residents seeking ID issuance
Farhiya Hussein  |  May 11, 2025

For years, residents in various informal settlements across Mombasa have been grappling with prolonged wait times, missing documents, and complicated...

Govt raises affordable housing research budget to Sh2.8bn amid credibility concerns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

The latest budget allocation, part of a larger Sh119.6 billion for the housing department, includes both recurrent and development costs.

A legacy of leadership: Prof Kivutha Kibwana’s journey of service and dedication
Amina Wako  |  May 06, 2025

Prof Kibwana champions what he calls "productive politics", the kind that focuses on national security, youth empowerment, and genuine service to the...

Pakistani Bank Al Habib announces exit from Kenya after seven years
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 05, 2025

The company said the decision follows a strategic review undertaken by the Board of Directors and is part of a wider global restructuring plan.

Why Kenyans have to wait longer to feel real benefits of strengthening shilling
Alfred Onyango  |  May 03, 2025

Inflation has now risen for six straight months, hitting 4.1 per cent in April, up from 2.7 per cent in October 2024, even as the Kenyan Shilling bega...

Mudavadi urges legal awareness before travel as over 1,000 Kenyans jailed abroad
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

Mudavadi told the MPs that while embassies are ready to assist, the most effective way to reduce foreign detentions is to ensure Kenyans are well-info...

Kenyan workers observe Labour Day amid pay cut woes, job losses and inflation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

As inflation continues to outpace wage growth, workers are being forced to make tough decisions, cutting back on non-essential purchases and adopting...

How Chatgpt is revolutionising online shopping
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 30, 2025

Unlike traditional online shopping experiences that are often flooded with advertisements and upsells, Chatgpt's service is ad-free, offering an unint...

Anguish for patients as healthcare delivery plagued by delays, mismanagement across counties
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 28, 2025

Patients continue to experience long delays, and healthcare workers are burdened with inefficient manual systems.

Kenyans in diaspora file case to have voting station expanded beyond diplomatic mission
Amina Wako  |  Apr 27, 2025

In their petition, the diaspora group contends that Kenyans living in countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Saud...

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...

Kenyan music takes the world by storm as Spotify reveals impressive streaming growth
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 26, 2025

Spotify says that global listeners have spent more than 120,000 hours streaming Kenyan music in the past year

Most Kenyan employers to freeze hiring in 2025 despite economic optimism – CBK survey
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 26, 2025

Notably, the gloomy employment outlook is against the backdrop of recent reports of recovery in the country’s macroeconomic environment and declining...

Kenyan shilling, Africa’s best-performing currency in 2024 - World Bank
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 25, 2025

The local currency appreciated by 20 per cent against the global benchmark, the US Dollar, over the year, marking the highest gain across the region.

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