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Gertrude’s Hospital warns of funding as thousands of children miss life-saving cancer care

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Kenya Childhood Cancer Programme, an initiative of Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, has raised Ksh. 63.44 million to date, providing life-saving diagnosis an...

Kenya Airways touches down with first 2026 WRC Safari Rally cars

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya Airways (KQ), the airline partner for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally, successfully delivered the first consignment of high-performance rally cars, signaling th...

CFAO Mobility invests Ksh. 48.5M in WRC Safari Rally 2026 & Kenya Rally Academy

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

CFAO Mobility Kenya (CMK) has announced that it has invested Ksh. 48.5 million in support of the 2026 WRC Safari Rally and the Kenya Rally Academy. This latest...

Museum of Illusions Nairobi celebrates 1 year of existence

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

It has been exactly one year since the Museum of Illusions Nairobi (MOI Nairobi) first opened its doors, and the city’s skyline isn't the only thing looking dif...

Israeli is reviving the settler-colonial model in Kenya

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

For over a century, the kibbutz has been a cornerstone of the Israeli state. Established in 1910 and funded by Zionist organizations, these communal settlements...

CA announces major slash in mobile termination rates through 2030

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has officially released Interconnection Determination No. 5 of 2025. The new directive outlines a progressive path...

Nairobi residents to pay higher bills as new water & sewerage tariffs take effect

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Households and businesses across Nairobi are set to experience an increase in their monthly utility costs following the approval of a new tariff structure for t...

CBK approves M-PESA phone number masking to boost privacy & stop merchant spam

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has officially authorized Safaricom to implement phone number masking for M-Pesa transactions. The decision marks a significant ...

US installs DNA system in Kenya to help police fight crime & identify suspects

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has completed the installation of the FBI’s Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) at the National Forensic Laboratory ...

BAT Kenya appoints Sidney Wafula as MD in leadership shake-up

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

British American Tobacco Kenya (BAT Kenya) has announced a significant transition within its executive suite. As part of a structured succession plan, the Board...

Court blocks establishment of golf range & restaurant in Ngong Forest

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Environment and Land Court (ELC) in Milimani has officially quashed the controversial licences issued for the development of a private golf range and restau...

KFCB announces amnesty for Kenyan filmmakers to regularize unlicensed projects

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) has officially announced a 90-day grace period for filmmakers who have produced content without the required legal do...

Historic pay rise for Kenya Police to take effect this July

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The National Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, and National Youth Service are set for a significant financial boost as the government prepares to implement...

Showmax

Why killing Showmax is a disaster for African viewers

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

On March 5, 2026, the African streaming landscape was rocked by the news that Showmax is being discontinued. While its new owner, the French media giant Canal+,...

Royal Nairobi Golf Club announces exclusive 2026 membership drive

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The Royal Nairobi Golf Club has officially launched its Membership Drive for 2026, offering significant discounts for prospective members and existing members l...

Kiprono Kittony & David Ndii among new appointments to Kenya Airways Board

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Kenya Airways Plc (KQ) has announced a significant restructuring of its Board of Directors, bringing in some of the country’s most seasoned economic and busin...

Kenyan Parliament considers petition to classify haemophilia as a disability & include treatment in SHA

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

In a significant move for the medical community and thousands of Kenyan families, a formal public petition (No. 001 of 2026) has been presented to the National ...

Lewis Hamilton is a mission to bring F1 races to the African continent

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

In a recent interview, seven-time F1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton opened up about his long-term efforts to bring a Formula 1 Grand Prix to Africa. Hamilton emp...

How clerical errors being mislabelled by SHA as fraud are undermining healthcare in Kenya

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

Consider the case of a patient (ENG) at Kigumo Sub-County Hospital. Following a previous C-section, she was appropriately referred to the High-Risk Clinic for a...

What the repeal of section 22 & 23 of the Cybercrimes Act means for Kenyans

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The March 6, 2026, Court of Appeal judgment in the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act case is being hailed as a watershed moment for Kenya’s digital landscape....

The NTSA instant traffic fines system explained + cost of fines

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has officially launched its Instant Fines Traffic Management System. Moving away from manual police stops, ...

How to contact emergency services in Nairobi & Nationwide

Samson NderiMarch 9, 2026

If you are in Kenya, particularly within the Nairobi metropolitan area, having a reliable list of emergency contacts can be life-saving. In a crisis, every seco...

The new crowd-favourite sportsbook in Kenya and why it stands out

Samson NderiMarch 6, 2026

Secretbet Kenya is trying to make online sports betting a breeze. You can bet on soccer, hit up the casino, and watch live games all on one site. It's all there...

Safaricom to turbocharge the 2026 WRC Safari Rally with 5G & IoT solutions

Samson NderiMarch 6, 2026

Safaricom has announced its role as the technology and connectivity partner for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally. It will provide the critical digital infrastructure r...

Nairobi Litfest returns for landmark 5th Edition on May 8-10

Samson NderiMarch 5, 2026

The literary pulse of the city is set to quicken this May as the Nairobi Litfest officially announces the dates for its highly anticipated fifth edition. Runnin...

The shadow network funneling Kenyans into the Russia-Ukraine war

Samson NderiMarch 5, 2026

A chilling investigation has uncovered a sophisticated human trafficking syndicate operating within Kenya, systematically recruiting and exporting young men to ...

How to apply for an Emirates Cabin Crew role

Samson NderiMarch 5, 2026

The Emirates Group is currently seeking candidates for the position of Cabin Crew, based at its international hub in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The primary f...

White Cap revs up for WRC Safari Rally with Ksh. 45 million sponsorship

Samson NderiMarch 4, 2026

Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL), through its brand White Cap, has announced a Ksh. 45 million sponsorship for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally. The announcement, made at...

Absa Bank reports a 10% net profit growth at Ksh. 22.9B for FY 2025

Samson NderiMarch 4, 2026

Absa Bank Kenya PLC has announced that it has reported a a 10% increase in profit after tax to Ksh. 22.9 billion for the 2025 financial year. This is an improve...

Strong allegations of foreign nationals illicitly obtaining Kenyan passports

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

Recent reports and leaked documents have ignited a firestorm of controversy surrounding the Directorate of Immigration Services. Allegations suggest that high-r...

Kenya Met issues heavy rainfall advisory through early March

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a Moderate to Heavy rainfall advisory, warning of sustained downpours exceeding 20mm within 24 hours across sever...

Six candidates line up for Supreme Court Judge position

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The race to fill a vacancy at the Supreme Court of Kenya has officially narrowed down to six contenders. In a public notice, the Judicial Service Commission (JS...

PSK & privacy experts warn of legal fallout following Gachagua pharmacy breach

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) has formally condemned the unauthorized recording of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at a pharmacy, an incide...

Jubilee partners with Strathmore University to launch graduate programme

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

Jubilee Asset Management Limited (JAML) has officially announced the launch of the Jubilee Asset Management Graduate Investment Analyst Development Programme (J...

Here are IEBC jobs to apply for by March 4, 2026

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially announced the commencement of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise. ...

How young professionals in Kenya can spend a paid year learning in Germany

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The German Embassy in Nairobi has officially announced the opening of applications for the AFRIKA KOMMT! 2025-2027 fellowship. It is a professional development ...

Humphrey Kayange elected as the second Vice-Chair of the IOC Athletes’ Commission

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission has officially entered a new chapter with the election of its latest leadership team. Following a...

Pepsi bottler, Varun Beverages, to anchor East African expansion with new Kenyan plant

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

Varun Beverages Limited (VBL), a PepsiCo bottler, has announced its entry into the Kenyan market with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Following the ...

Kenya returns to international markets with $2.25B Dual-Tranche Eurobond

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The National Treasury has officially announced the successful pricing of a new USD 2.25 billion Eurobond. The issuance was structured into two distinct tranche...

KNH doctors successfully performs Kenya’s first Neonatal Balloon Valvuloplasty

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has successfully performed the country’s first balloon pulmonary valvuloplasty on a premature newborn. The procedure marks a si...

KPC boosts staffer Linet Ayuko with Ksh. 500K for the WRC Safari Rally 2026

Samson NderiFebruary 26, 2026

The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has officially announced its sponsorship of staff member Linet Ayuko for the upcoming WRC Safari Rally 2026. KPC presented a K...

BIC

Salome Posho wins Kshs. 100,000 school fees in BIC Back to School campaign

Staff WriterFebruary 24, 2026

Late last year, Salome Posho walked into a Carrefour supermarket in Makuyu to restock on basic supplies, BIC pens for her daughter. With hopes that the essen...