SpriteKenya’s youth scene is getting a boost of energy following the launch of Sprite’s “It’s That Fresh” campaign — a bold, multi-month cultural initiative blending music, basketball, digital creativity and immersive campus experiences. The campaign opened with a high-Valentine’s Day takeover at the KICC COMESA Grounds, where more than 5,000 young people gathered to…
The manufacturing sector in Kenya has called for coordinated government action to unlock industrial growth, cut production costs and expand trade within Africa, warning that without deliberate policy support the country risks falling behind regional competitors. The appeal was made during the launch of the Manufacturing Priority Agenda (MPA) 2026 by the Kenya Association of…
NAIROBI, Kenya — As thousands of Kenyans hunt for new apartments this month, a silent financial predator is lurking behind the shiny tiles and “modern finishes” of many rental units. An investigation into power billing has revealed that a significant number of tenants are unknowingly paying off their landlords’ infrastructure debts every time they buy…
Today marks the deadline for the Treasury Single Account (TSA Kenya), two years after it was fast-tracked and approved by Cabinet in January 2024. All county and national government organs are required to submit details of every bank account they operate. This move is part of the government’s broader effort to enhance financial accountability, streamline…
Fuel prices in Kenya will drop effective February 15, 2026, following the latest monthly review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). The regulator attributed the reduction largely to a decline in the average landed cost of imported refined petroleum products — the key international cost component of fuel pricing in Kenya. The adjustments…
Kenya–Somalia Border Reopening April 2026, says Ruto during North Eastern tour Kenya–Somalia Border Reopening April 2026 has been officially announced by President William Ruto during his tour of the North Eastern region, marking the end of a 15-year closure that has significantly affected trade, movement and economic cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. The Kenya–Somalia…
Controller of Budget Kenya oil report: The Controller of Budget (CoB), Dr. Margaret Nyakang’o, appeared before the Joint Senate and National Assembly Departmental Committee on Energy yesterday, February 11, 2026, and reports regarding her findings have been published today. The key highlights from this session include: Oil Revenue Gaps: Dr. Nyakang’o warned that Kenya lacks…
County governments will receive Sh420 billion as the equitable share in the 2026/27 budget. This is after the cabinet today endorsed a Sh4.7 trillion budget where the financial year projects total revenues of Sh3.53 trillion against total expenditure of Sh4.7 trillion. The expenditure allocations comprise Sh3.46 trillion for recurrent spending, Sh749.5 billion for development, Sh495.7 billion…
Residents of Tharaka Nithi County have adopted a cautious stance in their approval of the National Government’s plan to offload 15 per cent of its 35 per cent stake in Safaricom to Vodacom. The divestiture is intended to fund critical national infrastructure projects. During a public participation forum at Kathwana County Hall, residents signaled their…
The Council of Governors has unanimously resolved to suspend all appearances to the Senate’s County Public Accounts and Investment Committee (CPAIC) for all its members until a candid meeting is held between the Council and the Senate’s leadership over claims of extortion and harassment. Speaking during a two – day retreat in Kilifi on the…
