Uganda Airlines has signed its first aircraft purchase agreement with Boeing, ordering eight new planes as part of plans to expand its regional and international operations. The national carrier will acquire four Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft and four Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to increase capacity, modernise its fleet and meet rising …

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has announced new regulations requiring businesses involved in the importation and wholesale distribution of communications equipment to obtain a new licence before operating. In a notice issued on July 21, the regulator said all entities intending to import or distribute communications equipment must apply …

The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) brought its post-election celebrations to Parliament on Tuesday as senators allied to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrived at the Senate in coordinated party attire. Murang’a Senator Joseph Nyutu, Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murango, Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa, Nyandarua Senator John Methu, Laikipia Senator …

President William Ruto on Tuesday welcomed a delegation from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) at State House, Nairobi. The meeting brought together the Head of State and senior representatives from the global recording industry, highlighting Kenya’s ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships within the music and creative sectors. …

Nearly a decade after leasing out its Boeing 777-300ER fleet, Kenya Airways has returned one of the aircraft to service as it seeks to boost capacity, strengthen its long-haul operations and support growing passenger and cargo demand. The aircraft, registered 5Y-KZX, resumed commercial operations on July 17, 2026, operating flights …

The Milimani High Court has scheduled February 11, 2027, as the date for delivering judgment in a case involving Mugithi musician Samuel Muchoki Ndirangu, popularly known as Samidoh, who is accused of sexual assault by a Kenyan-American woman. The petitioner has sued the Inspector General of Police (IG), the Directorate …

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Kanini Kega has announced that his security personnel have been withdrawn, days after the tense Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in which he claimed to have been attacked several times. In a statement posted on his social media platforms on Monday, July 20, …

Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia has attributed the United Democratic Alliance (UDA)’s defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election to growing voter dissatisfaction, saying repeated criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua contributed to the outcome. Speaking during an interview with a local media station on …

Residents of Makueni County will now enjoy longer access to government services after the Makueni Huduma Centre introduced extended operating hours. Effective Monday, July 20, 2026, the centre will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., a move aimed at improving access to public services and enhancing customer convenience. Click …

Arsenal are considering signing 32-year-old England defender John Stones on a free transfer if it becomes clear that the injury to 25-year-old French defender William Saliba will keep him out for a long time. Chelsea have held official talks with Crystal Palace over the signing of French defender Maxence Lacroix, …