Jumia recorded a 34 percent increase in revenue during the fourth quarter, reaching $61.4 million (Sh7.9 billion), pointing to renewed business momentum and highlighting Kenya as a strategic growth market. Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) rose by 36 percent compared to the same period last year to $279.5 million (Sh36 billion), …

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has demanded the arrest of a Russian national accused of filming and circulating videos of Kenyan women without their permission. In a statement released on Saturday, February 14, 2026, Salasya strongly criticised the man’s conduct, terming it exploitative and disrespectful. Click here to join our …

Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has announced that the Port of Lamu is now fully operational, marking a key achievement in Kenya’s major infrastructure drive under the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor project. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking after observing three cargo vessels offloading goods at …

Divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are set to play out publicly today, with rival camps organising separate rallies in Mombasa and Kajiado counties. The Linda Ground faction, led by party leader Oburu Oginga, will gather at Tononoka Grounds in Mombasa to promote its Broad-Based Government (BBG) agenda. Click …

A growing number of young Kenyans are throwing their support behind Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, with many in the Gen Z bracket viewing them as strong voices for youth interests. Their backing extends well beyond online engagement. From donning branded apparel and turning up …

By: James Ng’ang’a, Jewel College The term “Roman circus” has long outgrown its original meaning of chariot races and arena entertainment. In modern politics, it refers to the use of spectacle, drama, and mass excitement to capture public attention and influence opinion. Around the world, politicians often turn political activity …

Kenya Power has issued a notice informing customers that several areas will face electricity outages on Sunday, February 15, 2026. In a statement shared on X on Saturday, February 14, 2026, the power distributor advised affected residents to make the necessary arrangements ahead of the scheduled interruption. The planned outage …

By:Reuters Athletes at the Milano Cortina Games seem to have embraced Valentine’s week with their trademark Olympic intensity, racing through their free condom supply to leave dispensers empty before the big day itself. Some 10,000 prophylactics were distributed across the city and mountain accommodation sites by organisers, continuing a longstanding Olympic practice …

Kenya is seeking to turn its large youth population into a competitive asset in global agriculture, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has said. Addressing the 49th Session of the Governing Council of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Kagwe described the country’s youthful demographic not as …

Kenya Airways has confirmed that one of its aircraft is back in operation after undergoing major maintenance work. The national carrier said the plane successfully completed a thorough 6C maintenance check, including an in-depth heavy inspection and a planned replacement of its landing gear. Click here to join our WhatsApp …