President William Ruto has announced that diesel prices will be reduced by a further Sh10 per litre in the upcoming June–July fuel review, in a move aimed at cushioning Kenyans from rising global oil costs. Speaking on Friday at State House in Mombasa, the President said the reduction is part …

BAT Kenya has raised concern over the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, warning that it could lead to an annual revenue loss of about Sh12 billion and threaten more than 100,000 livelihoods across the tobacco value chain. In a submission to the National Assembly, the cigarette manufacturer said the proposed …

President William Ruto has defended the government-to-government (G-to-G) fuel import arrangement, saying it has protected Kenya from a more severe fuel shortage and foreign exchange instability amid ongoing global oil market shocks. Ruto explained that the system has ensured a steady supply of fuel nationwide while helping to stabilise pump …

Matatu operators have withdrawn plans for a fresh strike after holding talks with President William Ruto, bringing an end to fears of another public transport disruption next week. The operators had initially paused the strike for seven days to give room for discussions with the government following nationwide protests over …

President William Ruto has instructed the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) to allow matatus to continue operating with graffiti and creative artwork on their bodies. The President said the government should create a supportive environment that allows operators to use artistic branding, as long as it does not compromise …

New vehicle sales in Kenya increased by 12.2 per cent in the four months to April, supported by improved access to affordable credit and continued government leasing programmes, according to industry data. The growth signals steady economic activity despite global uncertainties linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, high …

The Federation of Public Transport Sector CEO, Kushian Muchiri, has warned that matatus will once again be taken off the roads if their demands are not met by next Tuesday. Speaking in an interview with Citizen TV, Muchiri—who also serves as the national chairman of the Association of Matatu Owners—said …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka have joined the Full Gospel Churches of Kenya in mourning Reverend Catherine Macharia, the wife of Bishop Dr. David Macharia, the church’s General Overseer. Catherine passed away on May 14, according to a statement from the church leadership. Click …

Police are investigating a disturbing incident in Kitutu Central Sub-County, Kisii County, where an eight-year-old girl was allegedly killed by her uncle before a mob later set his house on fire. Authorities said the incident took place on May 19 at Nyamatuta Village in Bigege Sub-location. The 32-year-old suspect is …

Tourist Guide Association CEO Kennedy Kaunda has said he was unaware of a key meeting that ended the fuel price strike, revealing he arrived late and missed major parts of the final negotiations. Speaking in an interview on Citizen TV’s JK Live, Kaunda explained that during the second round of …