Health Cabinet Secretary Adan Duale has been summoned in court over contempt by proceeding with the construction of an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility at the Laikipia Air Base despite the court issuing orders suspending the construction. In her summons earlier today, Lady Justice Patricia Nyaundi asked the CS to appear before the court on…
President Ruto launches the Coffee Revival through Cooperative Societies Programme in Kirinyaga, targeting 150,000 metric tonnes of production, 80% farmer payouts, and 5-day payment settlements.In a major boost for Kenya’s agricultural sector, President William Ruto has officially launched the Coffee Revival through Cooperative Societies Programme in Kianyaga, Kirinyaga County. The ambitious plan aims to revolutionize…
Johnnie Walker continues to strengthen its position within Africa’s luxury sector with the unveiling of the House of Walker at The Village Market, Nairobi. As urban centres across the continent experience a surge in high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), Kenya is increasingly recognised as a primary hub for luxury market growth. The House of Walker is…
The latest sector statistics released by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) for the third quarter of the 2025/26 financial year (January–March 2026) demonstrate continued growth in mobile money services and the broader digital financial ecosystem. Mobile money subscriptions increased from 51.4 million in the previous quarter to 53.4 million, representing a quarterly growth rate of 3.9%. This translates to approximately two million additional mobile…
Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has withdrawn murder charges against 15 security officers who had been accused of involvement in the disappearance and killing of two Indian nationals and their Kenyan driver in one of Kenya’s most controversial criminal investigations. The officers, most of whom were attached to the now-disbanded Special Service Unit…
DIG Eliud Lagat assures Kenyans of security during June 25 commemorative protests, warns Mombasa criminal gangs, As Kenya prepares to mark the June 25 commemorative demonstrations honouring victims of the 2024 and 2025 anti-government protests, Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has moved to reassure the nation that adequate security measures are firmly in…
SKY Girls Kenya Initiative successfully hosted the 2nd Kisumu edition of SKY FEST, bringing together more than 5,000 adolescent girls as the “Peace Over Pressure #Najijua” movement continued to gain momentum nationwide. Held under this year’s theme, “Peace Over Pressure #Najijua,” SKY FEST Kisumu 2026 encouraged girls to choose calm confidence and self-belief over negative peer influence and…
By Jules Delahaije When we think about fathers, we often think about the lessons they teach us. This June, as the world celebrates fathers, we are allowed to celebrate the men who have shaped our lives through their guidance, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to their families. Throughout generations, fathers have taken on the role of…
Landmark decision recognizes non-GMO status of gene-edited banana events 12 May 2026 – Nairobi, Kenya: A quiet but significant shift in Kenya’s agricultural landscape is opening new opportunities and doors for innovation and renewed hope for banana farmers affected by bacterial wilt disease. In a landmark decision, the National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has confirmed that…
Naivas Supermarkets has rolled out a nationwide customer appreciation campaign to celebrate fathers, with senior company executives engaging shoppers across its more than 110 stores in over 38 counties. The Father’s Day activation, held under the retailer’s ongoing Kikapu Kibonge campaign, saw the supermarket chain’s top leadership leave their offices and interact directly with fathers…
