KENYA NEWS

On Friday, the High Court lifted a temporary ban on the implementation of Maisha Namba, Kenya's digital identification system. However, the case moved from the Judicial Review Court to the Constitutional Division for a deeper legal analysis. This shift follows arguments from the Interior Ministry…

The Kenya Kwanza administration, led by President William Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, faces criticism for its spending habits after a report by Auditor General Nancy Gathungu revealed questionable financial practices in the Deputy President's office. The report, covering the fiscal…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has announced a crackdown on government officials responsible for delays in passport issuance. The initiative launched on Friday targets corrupt individuals within the Ministry of Interior and National Administration who impede the timely processing of…

Raila Odinga's potential departure from Kenyan politics has stirred a hornet's nest within the Azimio la Umoja coalition, particularly regarding the vacant position of Official Leader of the Opposition. Odinga's recent declaration of interest in the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship has…

A wave of beer lovers has descended upon Karatina town and its environs in Nyeri County, Kenya, following the closure of bars in neighbouring Kirinyaga County. This turn of events began last Sunday when Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru ordered the shuttering of all alcohol outlets in the wake of a…

A recent raid at Amble Beginning Consult Limited in Nairobi has cast a shadow over the company's operations, raising concerns about its legitimacy and sparking investigations into potential fraudulent activities. On February 1, 2023, four employees of Amble Beginning were apprehended by Ms. Sheila…

President William Ruto is set to officially endorse Raila Odinga for the coveted position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). This announcement, expected next week, marks a significant shift in the political dynamics and paves the way for a unified Kenyan campaign. Principal…

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is seeking International Support for the Controversial Haiti Peacekeeping Mission. To bolster international backing for the Kenya-led peacekeeping mission in Haiti, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken convened a two-day meeting in Brazil with representatives…

The Kenyan National Assembly has approved the Affordable Housing Bill, a pivotal step in addressing the nation's housing crisis. However, the bill's journey is not over. On February 21st, legislators passed the amended bill with a simple majority vote, but it now faces scrutiny by the Senate due to…

Kenya's fiscal watchdog the Controller of Budget (CoB) has sent a strong message to government agencies by rejecting over Sh47 billion in additional spending requests during the first half of the 2023/2024 fiscal year. This decisive action underlines the CoB's unwavering commitment to responsible…