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Opposition vows court challenge as National Assembly approves Kenya Pipeline privatisation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2025

On Wednesday, a section of opposition MPs announced plans to move to court to block the planned sale, describing the process as irregular and rushed.

Congestions, delays push Mombasa Port to position 375 of 403 worldwide- World Bank
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 30, 2025

While Kenya’s main gateway struggles, other regional ports are recording improvements. Dakar in Senegal has moved from a CPPI of –82 in 2023 to 23 in...

Court rejects bid to block Joho's merchant shipping regulations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 27, 2025

The court observed that the process of formulating the Merchant Shipping Regulations, 2024, was not only transparent but also participatory.

Study finds Gen Zs face tougher job market than their predecessors
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 26, 2025

Today’s youngest professionals are navigating a job market marked by intense competition, rapid technological change, and increasingly uncertain caree...

Mombasa Port ranked 375th worldwide in latest container port index
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 24, 2025

The findings place Mombasa far behind its regional peers, with Tanzania's Dar es Salaam ranked 31st in Africa and 360th globally.  In the 2023 index,...

Raila backs Kenya Pipeline privatisation, says selling public assets doesn’t mean losing them
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 22, 2025

Odinga drew parallels with the United Kingdom during Margaret Thatcher’s leadership, recalling how wealthy investors from the Middle East purchased hi...

Court upholds KNEC's lucrative exam distribution tender
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 17, 2025

Justice Chigiti concluded that there were no grounds to overturn the procurement process, confirming that Knec and the PPRB acted lawfully.

Kenya Pipeline, geothermal firm questioned on ethnic inclusivity and regional balance
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

During a session on Tuesday, senators pressed the two state corporations to provide detailed staffing data, insisting that recruitment policies must a...

Bill seeks to mandate outage plans to prevent Kenya’s costly blackouts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 16, 2025

Currently, at least 25 power plants supply the national grid, operated by both government-owned and independent companies.

Kenya Police, Nairobi United FKF Super Cup clash cancelled over venue dispute
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 13, 2025

The curtain raiser to the 2025/26 season was originally slated for Sunday at Dandora Stadium, but Police FC declined to honour the fixture, citing saf...

Tribunal orders KPA to pay Tudor Creek Ltd over unlawful land acquisition
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 12, 2025

In its ruling, the Tribunal ordered KPA to pay Tudor Creek Ltd Sh80.7 million for the unlawfully acquired land and Sh81.6 million for injurious affect...

TSC announces strict invigilation guidelines ahead of national exams
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

Supervisors with conflicts of interest will be reassigned, and centre managers will verify the details of all personnel and submit records to KNEC. KC...

KPMG report: Jobs at risk as banks prioritise automation over staff training
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

The report notes that 82 per cent of banks intend to shrink their cost base by at least 10 per cent by 2030, with around a third aiming for reductions...

Court halts KPA tariff hike pending hearing of case
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

How to make Ethiopian chickpea stew
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 10, 2025

In Ethiopia and Eritrea, shiro (chickpea stew) is more than just a meal, it is a cultural staple, offering vital nourishment, rich taste, and everyday...

Nepal’s Prime Minister resigns after deadly protests over social media ban
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 09, 2025

The unrest, the worst in decades, erupted after Oli's government imposed a sweeping ban on 26 social media platforms.

Youth, women urged to register as Mombasa gears to host first-ever logistics summit
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 09, 2025

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said the summit would reposition Mombasa as more than a tourist destination by showcasing its strength in logistics.

State mulls flexible workplace culture as Gen Z pushes beyond suits and traditional norms
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 08, 2025

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Monday observed that the traditional workplace culture marked by formal attire such as suits and ties may soon be...

Finnish court jails Nigerian-born activist Simon Ekpa for six years on terror charges
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 01, 2025

The Päijät-Häme District Court in southern Finland delivered the unanimous ruling, finding that Ekpa attempted to advance the Biafra cause through unl...

Union seeks court orders to halt privatisation of Kenya Pipeline Company
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Aug 28, 2025

It argued that the lack of transparency has raised fears over the future of thousands of workers, since there is no clear assurance that jobs will be...

School heads warn of early third-term closure, exam disruption over delayed capitation funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 23, 2025

Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (Kuppet) Deputy Secretary General Moses Nthurima also raised the alarm, saying the delay had set up sch...

Ship agents oppose KEPHIS pest inspection charges on shipping lines
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 21, 2025

In a statement, KSAA reiterated its strong support for KEPHIS in fulfilling its mandate of safeguarding Kenya’s agricultural exports and protecting th...

Audit exposes confusion over control of Sh5 billion Lamu Port
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 19, 2025

Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (Lapsset) Corridor Development Authority occupies large areas, including residential apartments, office space...

Kenya Ports Authority, coastal counties launch landmark maritime transport project
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 18, 2025

The project is expected to maximise regional economic benefits through joint implementation, positioning the Coast region as a key hub for maritime an...

Lamu Port records busiest period yet as global shipping giants boost calls
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 17, 2025

French shipping line CMA CGM is driving the surge, delivering on its pledge to increase calls at Kenya’s newest deep-water port and bolstering Lamu’s...

Murkomen: Chiefs to receive pay rise, firearms training in fresh welfare reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 16, 2025

Murkomen said all 8,102 chiefs will undergo a three-week paralegal and security management programme, with the first batch of 1,000 already identified...

High Court blocks government sale of Kenya Pipeline shares
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Aug 15, 2025

Justice Bahati Mwamuye said the petitioner, the Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK), must serve the respondents and interested parties with the appl...

Shock as Nairobi City Stars disband following relegation
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 14, 2025

Team coordinator Samson Otieno confirmed that club owner Jonathan Jackson shut down the team after it was relegated from the top tier, citing a lack o...

Joho orders probe into alleged dumping of dredged waste in Old Town's fishing grounds
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 14, 2025

The probe follows accusations by Old Town fisherfolk that the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) deposited dredged sand, silt, clay, gravel, and debris onto...

MPs seek views of Kenyans on Privatisation Bill as they protest State wastage
Barack Oduor  |  Aug 12, 2025

The matter of privatising State corporations has been contentious, drawing varied reactions from Kenyans and stakeholders across different sectors.

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