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Kenya's Booming Shilling Pinches Remittance Inflows
Kenyans abroad sent home $385.9 million (Sh52.2 billion) in February. While this represents a decrease of 6.4% compared to the record-breaking January inflow, it still reflects a 24.8% increase year-on-year. This high…
NTV Journalist Rita Tinina is Dead
Renowned NTV Journalist Rita Tinina is dead. The seasoned journalist tragically passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Ms Tinina, a current affairs reporter for NTV, was discovered unresponsive in her Kileleshwa resid…
Kenyan Duo Makes Waves in the US Manufacturing Industry
Two Kenyan entrepreneurs are making significant strides in the heart of the US manufacturing sector Missouri-based James Muchichu and Patrick Wambugu have established their own company, Mid Missouri Tool and Plastics…
Kenya Unveils New Strategic Plan for Nuclear Energy
Kenya is taking major steps towards incorporating nuclear power into its energy mix with the launch of the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency's (NuPEA) 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. This roadmap outlines a comprehensive appr…
Kenya Airways Announces Nine Weekly Flights to New York
Kenya Airways is strategically scaling up its operations to cater to the burgeoning travel industry. This expansion is twofold, with the airline adding new flights to its popular New York route and resuming service to…
Grieving Family Fights for Answers After Officer's Sudden Death in the US
The family of a Kenyan police officer who died in the United States while on a mission to Haiti has initiated legal action against the government due to a lack of transparency surrounding the circumstances. Chief Insp…
Son Surrenders After Killing Father and Stepmother in Meru
A security guard John Mwongera is in police custody in Kiirua, Meru County after allegedly murdering his father and stepmother. The incident stems from a protracted family conflict concerning land and water rights. Mw…
How a Homeless Kenyan Woman Landed a Dream Job at Microsoft
Joanne talks of her journey from a warehouse worker in Dandora, Kenya, to securing lucrative job offers with corporate giants like ExxonMobil and Microsoft in the United States. Born and raised in Kenya, Joanne initia…
Are Kenyans Serving as Mercenaries in Ukraine?
Kenya has firmly rejected accusations that it has deployed mercenaries to Ukraine. The Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei refutes these claims, highlighting Kenya's commitment to international conventi…
UK Reshapes its Immigration System to Attract Top Talent and Ensure Fair Wages
The United Kingdom is implementing reforms to its immigration policies by prioritizing the recruitment of highly skilled professionals. This overhaul centres on replacing the Shortage Occupation List (SOL) with the Im…
US Embassy Alerts Citizens to Security Risks in Nairobi Estates
The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi has issued a security alert regarding a recent rise in crime within residential estates in Nairobi County. The advisory, released on March 15, highlights an uptick in incidents such as phon…
Nationwide Doctors' Strike Cripples Healthcare Services in Kenya
Doctors affiliated with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) on Thursday initiated a nationwide strike, crippling healthcare services in public hospitals across the country. This action stems fro…
Jowie Seeks Appeal Against Death Penalty
Joseph Irungu, known as Jowie, has formally declared his intention to appeal against his recent conviction and the subsequent death sentence issued against him. Jowie, represented by his lawyer Andrew Muge, has clarif…
The 5-Year Multiple-Entry Schengen Visa Explained
The 5-year multiple-entry Schengen Visa presents a life-changing opportunity for passionate travellers yearning to explore Europe. This visa grants access to 26 Schengen Area countries, empowering you to embark on mul…
Kenya's Supreme Court Considers Punishment for Sex Offenders
The Kenyan Supreme Court is navigating a complex case concerning the sentencing of sex offenders. The central question revolves around the constitutionality and efficacy of mandatory minimum sentences stipulated in th…
Petrol Prices Fall Sh7 as Kenya Shilling Strengthens
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) has announced a decrease in fuel prices for the fifth consecutive month, bringing much-needed relief to Kenyan motorists. This reduction is attributed to a strength…
Joseph 'Jowie' Irungu Sentenced to Death for the Murder of Monica Kimani
Joseph Irungu, also known as Jowie, has been handed a death sentence by a Nairobi court following the murder of businesswoman Monica Kimani. Monica, the eldest daughter of Paul Kimani Ngarama, was tragically killed in…
Kenya's Death Penalty and the Call for Abolition
Despite not executing in over 35 years, Kenya retains the death penalty on its books. This article examines the reasons behind the growing momentum for the abolition of the death penalty in Kenya. Lack of public aware…
Kenya's Strategic Partnership with Its Diaspora to Eliminate Remmitance Bottlenecks
The Kenyan diaspora is playing an increasingly significant role in the nation's financial landscape. Recent discussions between the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Kenyan government, fac…
Nigerian Authorities Detain Kenyan Binance Executives Amidst Naira Volatility
Two Binance executives Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla have been detained by Nigerian authorities in Abuja for the past two weeks. The detentions come amidst a period of significant decline in the value of the…