Standard Bank’s Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) division is set to host the second edition of its flagship African Markets Conference (AMC 2026), a high-level forum aimed at unlocking large-scale investment into the continent’s priority sectors. The conference will be held from February 22 to 24, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, bringing together global…
Kenya has placed thirteen individuals on its domestic terrorism sanctions list, subjecting them to targeted financial restrictions intended to block their access to the country’s formal financial system. The designations were announced by the Counter-Financing of Terrorism Inter-Ministerial Committee, which directed banks and other reporting institutions to immediately freeze any assets linked to the listed…
Wote Technical Training Institute in Makueni County has transitioned from fuelwood to Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), a move expected to significantly reduce deforestation, lower carbon emissions and improve health outcomes for learners and staff. The shift to clean cooking has eliminated thick smoke that previously filled the institution’s kitchen and nearby classrooms, exposing cooks and…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has been granted the greenlight to arrest and prosecute NGAAF Chief Executive Officer Roy Sasaka Telewa after the Constitutional and Human Rights Court dismissed his petition challenging ongoing investigations into alleged graft. In a ruling delivered on February 5, 2026, Justice Bahati Mwamuye struck out the case, describing it…
Residents of Lokori and Katilia in Turkana County have appealed to Gulf Energy to prioritise corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects, ensuring that local communities directly benefit from oil extraction activities in the region. Residents noted that the community has lived on the land for generations, with limited economic activities beyond livestock keeping. They believe that…
Residents of Kakamega County have called for clear accountability and safeguards in the proposed sale of part of the Government’s stake in Safaricom PLC during a public participation forum held today. The meeting was conducted by a delegation of the National Assembly’s Public Debt and Privatization Committee led by Homa Bay Town Member of Parliament…
The Mwea parliamentary race is taking shape as one of the most closely watched contests in the lead-up to the 2026 general elections. A recent survey by Politrack Africa reveals that Hon. Mary Maingi has established a commanding lead, demonstrating strong early voter support across the constituency. The February 2026 poll provides insight into voter preferences,…
Shock Githunguri MP Opinion Poll 2026: Incumbent Wa Muchomba Trails as Thiong’o Takes Lead Githunguri MP Opinion Poll 2026 results have triggered intense political debate after new data from Politrack Africa revealed a dramatic shake-up in the race, with incumbent Gathoni Wa Muchomba trailing as Kiambu County Speaker Wakili Charles Thiong’o takes an early lead…
Kakamega Homeboyz player Silas Abungana has passed away after succumbing to head injuries sustained from an attack on Tuesday night. This has been confirmed by the club in a statement issued earlier today even as they promised to share more details on the mourning period. The club indicated that the fullback died on Wednesday night at…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the appointment of Moses Ledama Sunkuli as the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Commission Secretary efective immediately following the exit of Marjan Hussein earlier this week. The announcement was made today by the IEBC Chairperson Edung Ethekon who said Sunkuli who currently serves as the…
