Kenya launches investigations into distribution of intimate videos by Russian national

Samson NderiFebruary 18, 2026

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has officially launched an investigation into allegations that a foreign national has been secretly filming and...

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Minet launches online platform for importers to purchase marine insurance

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

From the unpredictable nature of the open ocean to the logistical hurdles of land transit, importers face a gauntlet of potential financial pitfalls. Recognizin...

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Investigation shows Kenyan police used Cellebrite to hack Boniface Mwangi’s phone

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

A new forensic investigation by The Citizen Lab has confirmed that Kenyan authorities utilized Cellebrite’s sophisticated phone-breaking technology to access th...

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Sakaja’s Ksh. 80B Nairobi deal with Ruto is a bad idea that should be killed with fire

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has secured a Ksh. 80 billion from the National Government to transform Nairobi’s infrastructure. However, beneath the historic ...

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Hallmark Marketing fined Ksh. 7.4M for firing staffer by removing her from work WhatsApp groups

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

Kenya’s Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) has delivered a stinging rebuke to digital sidelining. The court ruled that removing an employee from offic...

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AHI Carrier partners with North Star to open an air conditioner showroom in Nairobi

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

AHI Carrier has officially launched its first dealer-based showroom in Nairobi in partnership with North Star Cooling Systems. AHI Carrier is a joint venture of...

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Vasundhara Oswal sues senior Ugandan officials for illegal imprisonment

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

Vasundhara Oswal has officially filed a human rights petition at the High Court of Uganda. The claim targets several high-ranking officials following what has b...

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Skoot launches the e3W electric Tuk Tuk in Kenya

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

Skoot Technology (Skoot) has officially announced the launch of the Skoot e3W, an electric three-wheeler (Tuk Tuk), in the Kenyan market. The new Skoot e3W T...

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Visa and I&M Bank partner to turbocharge digital payments in Kenya

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

I&M Bank Limited and Visa have officially signed a strategic partnership to overhaul the country’s digital payment infrastructure. The partnership focuses ...

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KRA confirms that over 500 petrol stations are now live on eTIMS

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has onboarded over 500 fuel stations onto the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS) fuel module. The eTIMS fuel mo...

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LOOP Safari Gravel Series season 3 to kick off in the hills of Limuru on March 7

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

The LOOP Safari Gravel Series officially enters its third season with organizers announcing  an action-packed four-leg calendar for 2026. It will begin in Limur...

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Over 300 golfers set for Lady Captain’s prize golf tournament at Ruiru Sports Club

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

The greens at Ruiru Sports Club are buzzing with anticipation as the club prepares for one of its most prestigious fixtures: the Lady Captain’s Prize. The week-...

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TikTok says that it removed 580k+ videos on its platform in Kenya in Q3 2025

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

TikTok has announced the removal of more than 580,000 videos in Kenya during the third quarter of 2025. The findings, released today in the platform’s Q3 2025 ...

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Kenya condemns digital exploitation of women by Russian national

Samson NderiFebruary 17, 2026

In a press statement, the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services issued a blistering condemnation regarding allegations of abuse and exploitation inv...

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M-Pesa Foundation invests Ksh. 272.9M in the Garissa University Tuition Complex

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The M-Pesa Foundation has officially broken ground on a Tuition Complex at Garissa University. The Ksh. 272.9 million project is designed to enhance learning ou...

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Safaricom boosts 2026 Magical Kenya Open with Ksh. 10M as tournament returns to Karen

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

As the 57th edition of the Magical Kenya Open (MKO) prepares to tee off, Safaricom has announced a Ksh. 10 million sponsorship package. Scheduled from February...

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Argentina & Germany Shine as HSBC SVNS 2 debuts in Kenya

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The city of Nairobi made history this past weekend, becoming only the second African city after Cape Town to host a leg of the World Rugby Sevens Series. The in...

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Nairobi to host East African Business and Investment Summit 2026 on Feb 24-26

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The landscape of East African commerce is set for a transformation as the East African Business and Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026) prepares to c...

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I&M Bank opens 9 new branches in the ‘Mahali Uko, Tuko’ campaign

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

I&M Bank has announced the launch of nine new branches. This expansion is part of the bank’s Mahali Uko, Tuko (Where You Are, We Are) campaign, which plans ...

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Pwani Oil & Kenya Red Cross partner to support Mombasa orphanages ahead of Ramadan

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

Pwani Oil Products Limited has announced a strategic partnership with the Kenya Red Cross Society to deliver an aid package to orphanages across Mombasa County....

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Media freedom under fire as journalist assaulted at HSBC SVNS 2 tournament

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The sports and media communities are reeling following a disturbing incident involving the physical assault of an accredited journalist, known as Rix, during th...

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Ghana seeks extradition of Russian national over intimate videos as Kenya faces pressure to act

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The Ghanaian government has officially launched a high-level pursuit of a Russian national, known online as "Yaytseslav," following the viral circulation of non...

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Kenya issues urgent warning to citizens over fraudulent jobs in Russia

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The Embassy of Kenya in Moscow has issued a security advisory following a disturbing increase in Kenyan nationals falling victim to predatory recruitment scheme...

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We must put pressure on our governments to remove visa requirements for Africans

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

Traveling across Africa with an African passport is, for many, an exercise in frustration. We frequently hear stories of travelers facing nightmare visa require...

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EPRA announces further reductions in fuel prices for February-March cycle

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has released its latest monthly review, bringing a second consecutive wave of relief to Kenyan motorists an...

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KNEC launches KCSE digital certificate & verification system to curb fraud

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has officially launched its electronic certificate (e-certificate) and online verification system. It was announced b...

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High Court bans MCSK from collecting royalties from users of copyrighted music

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The High Court sitting in Milimani has issued a firm directive barring the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) from collecting royalties from users of copyr...

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CMA licenses six new firms to boost liquidity in Kenya’s capital markets

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has announced the licensing of six new firms. The move spans multiple categories, including investment banking, stockbroking...

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Kenya launches 2 intra-African trade platforms to boost AfCFTA

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

In a move to accelerate the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Kenya has officially launched two interconnected digital platforms, BiasharaLink and D...

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A guide on how to deregister from a political party in Kenya

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

In the dynamic landscape of Kenyan politics, shifting allegiances is a common occurrence. Whether you are looking to join a new movement, protesting a party’s l...

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High court orders police to stop enforcement of “Public Disturbance” law

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

In a significant ruling for civil liberties, the High Court of Kenya has declared Section 95 (1) (b) of the Penal Code unconstitutional. The judgment, delivered...

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CA bans 21 mobile phone brands in Kenya

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has issued a stern warning to consumers and electronic retailers following the official banning of 21 mobile phone br...

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Coca-Cola HBC is in advanced plans to acquire CCBA at $3.4 Billion

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

Coca-Cola HBC AG has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority 75% stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA). The deal, valued at approximately $3.4 bill...

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EABC appoints trade expert Ahmed Farah as new Executive Director

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

The Board of the East African Business Council (EABC) has officially announced the appointment of Ahmed Farah as its new Executive Director. With over 20 years...

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Sun King launches the EZ 1, its first made in Kenya smartphone

Samson NderiFebruary 16, 2026

Sun King has pivoted into the mobile market with the launch of its first-ever branded smartphone, the EZ 1. It is designed specifically for the Kenyan market a...

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KCB & Visa join forces to bridge the financing gap for Kenyan SMEs

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

KCB Bank Kenya and Visa have officially launched a specialized Business Credit Card solution. The partnership aims to provide Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs...

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Kenya Power reports 188% surge in EV electricity use in 2025, hitting 8.4M kWh

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

New data from Kenya Power reveals a massive shift in the country's energy landscape, with electricity consumption for electric vehicle (EV) charging skyrocketin...

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KPC Foundation launches the INUKA Vocational Youth Empowerment Program

Samson NderiFebruary 11, 2026

The Kenya Pipeline Company Foundation (KPC Foundation) has officially launched the INUKA Vocational Youth Empowerment Program. This initiative is an expansion o...

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Sitoyo Lopokoiyit exits M-PESA Africa for CEO role at Absa Group

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

Absa Group has announced a series of high-level executive appointments aimed at deepening leadership bench strength and driving customer-led growth. Chief among...

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Rebecca Mbithi takes the helm at Ecobank Kenya as new Managing Director

Zenia ObamoFebruary 11, 2026

Ecobank Kenya has officially ushered in a new era of leadership, appointing seasoned banking executive Rebecca Mbithi as its Managing Director, effective Februa...

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All you need to know about the Magical Kenya Open 2026

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

The 2026 Magical Kenya Open (MKO 2026) golf tournament will tee off from February 19 to 22, 2026. Returning to Karen Country Club for the first time since 2021,...

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Kenya Airways takes flight as official airline for the 2026 Magical Kenya Open

Zenia ObamoFebruary 10, 2026

Kenya Airways (KQ) has officially been named the Official Airline Partner for the 2026 Magical Kenya Open (MKO 2026). The international tournament is set to te...

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