Victor Odhiambo Mola will debut at the final two legs of the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, Spain (29–31 May) and Bordeaux, France (5–7 June) after he got his maiden call-up to the Kenyan national rugby sevens team. The agile winger, who has been knocking on the door, according to coach Kevin “Bling” Wambua,…
Women’s rights organisations and feminist movements across Africa have raised alarm over growing political backlash, shrinking civic space, online violence, and weak justice systems, warning that the challenges are undermining efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV) and secure justice for survivors. The concerns were raised during a four-day meeting bringing together African feminists, women’s rights…
NAIROBI, KENYA — A severe fuel crisis has forced the national government to lay bare the extraordinary financial mechanics keeping the domestic economy from an inflationary freefall. Following a turbulent week marked by public transport disruptions, localized shutdowns, and intense negotiation, the state has deployed a massive multi-billion-shilling buffer to keep transport networks moving and…
The High Court Adolescent Relationship Ruling has sparked nationwide discussion after Kenya’s High Court issued a significant judgment on how consensual relationships involving adolescents should be treated under the country’s legal framework. The decision is expected to influence legal interpretation and shape future discussions around child rights, constitutional protections, and the treatment of young people…
The Embu High Court has upheld the election of Mbeere North Member of Parliament Leo Wamuthende after ruling that the petitioner failed to prove that the alleged irregularities substantially affected the outcome of the poll. According to the judgment, while several electoral irregularities and malpractices were established during scrutiny, the evidence presented did not meet…
Beer brand Heineken, through Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL), will on 30th May host football fans in Kenya for the UEFA Champions League (UCL) Finals match viewing parties, the culmination of a successful marketing campaign dubbed Fans Have More Friends launched in April. This year, Heineken® will host multiple events across major cities and towns in Kenya to…
The murder trial involving controversial preacher Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, Shirlyne Temba, and six other accused persons continued this week before Lady Justice Wendi K. Micheni at the Mombasa High Court, with the prosecution presenting testimony from 20 witnesses on the tragic events linked to Kwa Binzaro in Malindi. The witnesses gave emotional and detailed accounts…
By Beatrice Okeyo Kenya is often celebrated as the global blueprint for digital payments. And rightly so. Few markets can match the depth and everyday relevance of mobile money in the country. Today, over 47 million Kenyans actively use mobile money, representing a penetration of more than 90 percent of the adult population. This ecosystem…
By Ephraim Mutua Conversations on long-term financial security often revolve around saving, budgeting, investing, or building wealth. However, one of the most important aspects of financial protection (Insurance) is normally overlooked. A road accident, a fire, or other unexpected occurrences can undo years of hard work if a financial safety net is not established. The…
Absa Bank has called for accelerated digitisation, stronger interoperability and greater ecosystem collaboration to reduce the cost of trade finance and unlock Africa’s next phase of economic growth. Speaking during the GTR Conference in Nairobi, Lydia Wangari-Karanja, Director of Transactional Banking at Absa Bank Kenya, said digitisation is becoming increasingly critical in improving efficiency, reducing…
