Tag Archives: Kenya

A newly published report by the United States has raised concerns over the alleged involvement of Kenyan government officials in the recruitment of more than 1,000 Kenyans who were reportedly enlisted to fight for the Russian military in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The 2026 Trafficking in Persons …

Nyayo National Stadium and Ulinzi Sports Complex are set for major structural improvements to bring them in line with World Athletics requirements ahead of the 2029 Nairobi World Athletics Championships, Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi has said. The two venues have been identified as official training facilities for the championships, …

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has outlined plans for his group’s proposed refinery in Lamu, saying the facility will produce a variety of petroleum and industrial products for Kenya and the broader East African market. Speaking on Citizen TV’s Explainer ahead of the refinery’s launch, Dangote said the facility is …

Tech entrepreneur Ndiangui Kinyagia has been awarded Sh5 million in damages after the High Court ruled that a police search of his home in 2025 violated his constitutional rights. The case arose from a June 21, 2025 raid at Kinyagia’s residence in Kinoo, Kiambu County. Police officers visited the property …

President William Ruto has admitted he understands the constitutional fallout from a High Court decision stating Kenya’s next presidential election should have taken place in August 2026, not 2027 as previously assumed. At the 16th Katiba Day symposium at KICC on Thursday, a panelist directly asked Ruto whether he realized …

State-owned Consolidated Bank of Kenya recorded a significant rise in profit after tax, reaching Sh174.83 million in the six months to June 30, 2026, up 1,349.5 percent from the previous period. The strong performance was driven by growth in both net interest and non-interest income. Net interest income increased by …

If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok, Instagram or X lately, chances are you’ve come across posts about the Summer Tides festival. The event has become one of the most talked-about youth festivals in Kenya, with excitement building both online and in everyday conversations. So, what exactly is Summer Tides, and …

For many years, getting married in your early 20s was seen as a significant life achievement in Kenya. Today, however, many members of Generation Z are taking a different path, choosing to delay marriage as they prioritise personal development and financial security. Although marriage remains an aspiration for many young …

The Cabinet has approved Kenya’s accession to two international treaties aimed at preventing the recruitment of citizens into foreign wars and strengthening the country’s fight against human trafficking. The decision paves the way for Kenya to formally join the 1989 United Nations Convention Against the Recruitment, Use, Financing and Training …

The East African Press Councils (EAPC) has appealed for calm and dialogue amid growing tensions between governments and media organizations across the region, warning that escalating hostility threatens press freedom and the safety of journalists. In a statement released on Sunday, EAPC expressed concern over what it described as increasing …