Car & General has unveiled a new LPG-powered Piaggio three-wheeler in Kenya, offering transport operators a more affordable and environmentally friendly option amid rising fuel prices. The company launched the Piaggio Ape NXT+ LPG in Nairobi at an event attended by Car & General Chief Executive Officer Vijay Gidoomal and …

Tea farmers in Murang’a County have raised objections to a proposed 0.8 percent levy on tea exports, warning that it could make Kenyan tea less competitive in the global market. According to the farmers, the additional charge would increase export costs, potentially making tea from other producing countries more attractive …

By: David Mumo, Mt. Kenya University Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has called for enhanced security measures in Mwingi North following the killing of a local resident by suspected armed camel herders in Tseikuru Ward. Speaking at Kwa Kamari on June 8, the senator met residents and security officers in the …

By: Jeff Muriungi, Mount Kenya University The world is gearing up for one of the most anticipated sporting events as the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer. Scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, the tournament will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, making …

Global technology company Amazon has applied for regulatory approval to set up a satellite earth station in Kenya, signaling its entry into the country’s fast-growing satellite broadband sector. According to a notice published in the Kenya Gazette, Amazon Kuiper Kenya Limited has submitted an application to the Communications Authority of …

By: Abigail Kajuju, MKU For decades, print journalism in Kenya carried a sense of authority shaped by a deliberate and disciplined production process. Newspapers reached readers after stories had been carefully gathered, verified, edited, and refined. This slower pace often frustrated newsroom schedules, but it reinforced public trust in printed …

President William Ruto has held high-level meetings in Brussels aimed at deepening Kenya’s economic and diplomatic relations with European partners. During his visit, Ruto met King Philippe of Belgium at the Royal Palace, where the two leaders discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation, with particular focus on trade, investment, and …

Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Charles Kanjama has maintained that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua remains eligible to contest for public office, arguing that the legal process surrounding his impeachment has not been fully concluded. Kanjama said that under Articles 73, 75, and 99 of the Constitution—particularly Article 99(3)—a …

By: Martha Njoki, Mount Kenya University In recent years, social media has emerged as one of the most influential spaces for young people in Kenya, reshaping how they communicate, express themselves, and engage with national issues. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter) have evolved beyond entertainment …

THE HAGUE — The governing body of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has formally suspended Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan with immediate effect following an extensive investigation into allegations of serious sexual misconduct. The decision was finalized after a qualified majority vote by the 21-member Bureau of the Assembly of States …