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Government leaves investors exposed as securitised projects lack guarantees
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 14, 2025

Mbadi said the arrangements fall outside the budget financing framework and therefore cannot be classified as public debt.

Kenya seeks re-election to International Maritime Organisation Council
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 13, 2025

The IMO, a United Nations specialised agency, is responsible for the safety and security of shipping, the prevention of marine and atmospheric polluti...

How Kenyans perfomed at World Championships in Tokyo on day one
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 13, 2025

In the women’s 1500m, Kenya showcased its depth and strength. World and Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon cruised through her heat in 4:02.55 to advance...

Ex-Garissa Governor Ali Korane joins UDA, secures clan backing for 2027 gubernatorial race
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 13, 2025

Addressing his supporters, Ali promised to unite Garissa County under a banner of progressive leadership and inclusive governance.

African Union welcomes resolution deepening UN–AU cooperation on peace, development
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 13, 2025

The resolution also commits $50 million(about Sh6.46 billion) annually in UN-assessed contributions for the Peacebuilding Fund starting January 2025,...

Guardians of time: Conservators breathing life into Egypt's millenia-old treasures
XINHUA  |  Sep 14, 2025

In the NMEC's Stone Conservation Lab, they tackle statues weighing over 120 kilogrammes, employing an overhead winch to lift and reassemble colossal f...

Women outpace men in high-skill job growth, says ILO
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 13, 2025

In 2013, the share of women in high-skill employment was already higher than that of men, at 21.2 per cent, compared to men’s 17.5 per cent.

14 foods that don’t mix well and why you should avoid them
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 13, 2025

Food is chemistry, how we combine ingredients influences how our bodies process and benefit from them. It is not just what we eat, but how we pair it.

France moves to ban minors from social media with bold 'digital curfew'
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 13, 2025

At the core of the bill is a 'digital curfew' that would block access to apps like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am for us...

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...

Treasury disburses Sh2.6 billion to boost recovery of MSMEs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2025

The five-year Sh7.1 billion initiative was designed to fill financing gaps in the MSME sector, gaps that widened during the Covid-19 pandemic.

MPs demand answers over Sh1.8 billion left unspent in Kenyan embassies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2025

Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu’s report highlighted that Sh1,885,098,283 had accumulated over several years because missions failed to return unused a...

Bill expanding Senate's powers sparks debate over oversight, budget control
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2025

The Council of Governors (CoG) expressed support, particularly for the requirement that all legislation must pass both Houses before presidential asse...

Auditor General flags governance, financial lapses at Kenya Petroleum Refineries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2025

The findings, covering the period up to June 30, show multiple breaches of public service regulations and highlight serious risks to the refinery’s fi...

Uganda proposes Bill to regulate medicines, supplements and cosmetics
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2025

The Bill aims to replace the outdated National Drug Policy and Authority Act of 1993 and introduce a modern framework that addresses current health ri...

Between belief and medicine: How traditional remedies shape healthcare choices in Kenya
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 13, 2025

Traditional medicine is deeply rooted in Kenyan culture, and for good reason. Many herbal remedies offer genuine therapeutic benefits, with modern pha...

Should African countries lower the voting age to 16? Views from Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria
The Conversation  |  Sep 13, 2025

For African countries, where young people make up the majority of the population but often feel shut out of politics, the question is especially press...

Lawyer moves to court over Nairobi City Park takeover by KFS
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 13, 2025

Mugane contends that City Park has historically fallen under the county's jurisdiction, but KFS allegedly assumed control "secretly and irregularly."

Sifuna’s Kenya Moja outfit vows to end Ruto’s reign in 2027
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 12, 2025

The outspoken senator, seen by some as a renegade within his own ODM party, declared that their campaign would centre on ensuring Ruto serves only one...

Colonialism and climate risk are connected: evidence from Ghana and Senegal
The Conversation  |  Sep 12, 2025

According to the World Meteorological Organisation, temperatures in Africa are increasing faster than the global average. Recent estimates suggest tha...

Burkina Faso scraps visa fees for Africans
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 12, 2025

The decision aligns Burkina Faso with other African countries such as Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya, which have eased travel restrictions for visitors from...

Murkomen orders crackdown on rogue boda boda operators
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 12, 2025

Murkomen warned that some boda boda operators were being misused for political purposes, with criminal elements infiltrating the sector to harass, bea...

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...

Bandari FC face Yanga in fiery Mwananchi Day showdown in Tanzania
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 12, 2025

The Dockers arrive in Dar es Salaam at a time when Kenyan football pride is under siege. Gor Mahia were recently turned back by Simba SC in a much hyp...

Green investment rises as lenders pump Sh18 trillion into climate finance
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 12, 2025

The increase comes at a time when governments are under mounting pressure to accelerate the transition to low-carbon economies.

Kenya appeals for global support to secure peace in Somalia, Haiti
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

Musalia Mudavadi stressed that while international fatigue over funding is understandable, Kenya and regional partners cannot afford to lose the groun...

Audit uncovers Sh2.3 billion risk, revenue misreporting at Geothermal Development Company
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

The report shows the company might have to pay Sh2.3 billion in a legal dispute with another firm, a ruling already issued by a tribunal and upheld by...

Court asked to block police recruitment over payroll management dispute
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

The petitioners contend that payroll management is not a routine clerical task but a central human resource function.

IPOA's reliance on DCI's forensic lab weakens police misconduct cases, says IJM
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

The study highlights “a severe lack of confidence in the effectiveness of the Criminal Justice System in Kenya to protect vulnerable people and deter...

Nairobi launches online platform to monitor, manage water usage
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

The online system provides the 'Equitable Water Distribution Schedule', allowing users to log into Nairobi Water’s website and see exactly when their...

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