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Mt. Kenya University (MKU) has awarded a full academic scholarship to environmental activist Truphena Muthoni, in recognition of her outstanding dedication to environmental conservation and mental well-being advocacy through endurance-based activism. The scholarship will allow Muthoni to commence her studies at MKU in January 2026, marking a key step in …

The National Treasury has called on members of the public and stakeholders to submit proposals for changes to tax policy for the 2026/27 financial year as preparations for the next budget get underway. In a public notice, the Treasury said the consultation process is guided by constitutional and legal requirements …

Airtel Africa has entered into a partnership with SpaceX to introduce Starlink Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity across its 14 African markets, becoming the first large-scale satellite-to-mobile service on the continent. The deal will allow Airtel Africa’s 174 million subscribers to access mobile services in locations without traditional network coverage, using compatible …

TikTok is playing a growing role in how Kenyan audiences find and interact with films and television shows, with the platform highlighting its impact on viewing habits driven by user-created content. According to the platform, its community has become a key hub for sharing and discovering entertainment, especially when users …

The Nairobi County Government has approved a policy granting women employees two menstrual off days each month, formally integrating menstrual health support into the county’s human resource framework. The decision was reached during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Governor Johnson Sakaja, which endorsed the inclusion of menstrual health provisions to …

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched detailed investigations into the circumstances surrounding the death of former Cabinet minister and ex-Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, who died after a road accident on the Nakuru–Nairobi Highway. In a statement released on Monday, the DCI confirmed that the crash occurred in the …

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has hit back at President William Ruto over remarks about road infrastructure in his home area, saying the President misrepresented his record. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during a public engagement on Monday, Kalonzo noted that Ruto focused on him rather than …

Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has welcomed the Cabinet’s approval of the Kenya National Convention Bureau (KNCB), describing it as a major step in positioning Kenya as a leading hub for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE). The bureau will oversee the planning, marketing, and execution of international conventions and …

President William Ruto is set to attend the 9th annual Tobong’u Lore festival in Turkana, a cultural celebration whose name means “welcoming back home” in the Turkana language. The festival has grown into one of Kenya’s major cultural events, attracting communities from across the country and East Africa to celebrate …

Kitui County-based environmental activist Musili Kauta has announced plans to stage a continuous protest at Tyaa Bridge in Mwingi Town starting Sunday, January 4, 2026, in a bid to stop illegal sand harvesting in the county’s rivers. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Kauta said he …