The Airtel Starlink Kenya pilot reached a historic milestone in March 2026, proving that universal mobile coverage is no longer a futuristic concept but a functional reality. By successfully concluding technical tests for Direct-to-Cell (D2C) technology, Airtel Africa and SpaceX have demonstrated that standard smartphones can connect directly to satellites, effectively turning low-Earth orbit (LEO)…
NAIROBI, Kenya — In a major policy shift aimed at easing the financial burden on citizens, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced that the government will not introduce no new taxes in the current fiscal cycle. Speaking before the National Assembly’s Budget and Appropriations Committee, Mbadi noted that the economic conditions facing Kenyans…
NAIROBI, Kenya — The AFCON 2027 Pamoja Bid is currently facing its most significant hurdle yet as a stark financial disparity emerges between the three host nations. While the vision of a unified East African tournament captured the continent’s imagination, the reality on the ground in Nairobi suggests a growing crisis. As of today, Kenya…
Kenya–China trade is entering a transformative new chapter following the high-profile arrival of Chinese Vice President Han Zheng in Nairobi. In a move that signals a departure from traditional debt-based diplomacy, the visit has shifted the spotlight toward aggressive trade liberalization and industrial synergy. Joining Kenyan Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki at the Kenya–China Business…
TORUŃ, Poland — Kenya’s Susan Ejore-Sanders recorded a gritty performance to finish eighth in a high-octane women’s 1500m final at the World Indoor Championships, as Great Britain’s Georgia Bell stunned the field to claim gold in a world-leading time. While the 1500m provided a centerpiece of drama, the championships in Toruń proved to be a…
The escalating conflict between the USA, Israel, and Iran has brought Kenya’s energy security into sharp focus. As global oil prices surge past $100 per barrel, a severe fuel shortage crisis threatens to paralyze the country, which remains vulnerable due to its lack of significant internal strategic reserves. The Storage Gap: A National Vulnerability Unlike…
The Kericho mass grave discovery has sent shockwaves across the country as forensic investigators and senior police officers cordoned off the Makaburini public cemetery. The probe follows a chilling report by two local grave diggers who claim they were hired to bury 14 bodies, many of which appeared to be mutilated. The Incident at Makaburini…
Today, March 21, the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service officially released the latest updates for students transitioning to higher education. This milestone marks the formal start of the KUCCPS 2026/2027 placement cycle for over 900,000 candidates who sat for the 2025 KCSE exams. Following a directive to streamline the transition to universities and…
VIHIGA COUNTY — President William Ruto today transformed Vihiga into the focal point of his national development tour, launching three major infrastructure projects aimed at shifting the county’s economic trajectory. The visit, characterized by high-speed construction pledges and sharp political rebuttals, centered on sports, housing, and trade. The Military Sprint for Sports Excellence The highlight…
