KENYA NEWS

Delegates from South Sudan were today compelled to leave their accommodations at a prominent hotel on Mombasa Road due to financial constraints. The ongoing peace talks in Nairobi are aimed at resolving the conflict in South Sudan. Rajab Mohandi, a key figure in the People's Coalition for Civil…

Ethiopian Airlines has addressed the recent controversy surrounding a viral video that depicted a passenger being removed from flight ET308 on July 1. The incident occurred on a flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi and gained significant attention after CNN journalist Larry Madowo shared the video on…

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has expressed his willingness to withdraw his African Union Commission (AUC) bid. Speaking in Dubai, Odinga has affirmed his intent to withdraw from the race if his candidacy is being used to manipulate him at the expense of Kenya's stability. Odinga has…

The Ford Foundation has firmly denied allegations of sponsoring 16 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to incite unrest in Kenya. In a statement released on Friday, the Foundation emphasized its charitable mission in the country and underscored the transparency of its operations. The Foundation's…

Kenya has joined the list of countries affected by a widespread global IT outage that has caused significant disruptions across various sectors. The impact has been particularly noticeable in the airline industry where Kenyan carriers like their counterparts in the United States and Australia, have…

Rebecca Miano's nomination as Attorney-General by President William Ruto marks a return to the administration for the former Cabinet Secretary. This appointment comes in the wake of her dismissal from her role as Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade & Industry on July 11, 2024, a position…

President William Ruto has unveiled a new cabinet lineup, nominating 11 individuals to key positions within the government. In his address to the nation, President Ruto underscored the significance of these appointments in advancing his administration's agenda. Among the notable appointments,…

The United States Embassy has voiced concerns regarding the ongoing Gen Z protests in Kenya, which have now entered their fifth week. In a statement released on Thursday, July 18, the Embassy highlighted several troubling developments, including reports of protester abductions and shootings. The…

Kenyan authorities are warning the public about the circulation of fake Ozempic (semaglutide) pens in the market. This alert comes after Interpol notified the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) that criminals are refilling Apidra Solostar pens, a diabetes medication, and relabelling them as Ozempic.…

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has taken a stance against calls for President William Ruto's resignation, despite growing pressure and internal dissent. Addressing members of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Parliamentary Group on Wednesday, Odinga argued that ousting Ruto would merely allow Deputy…