Kenyan Updates and Beyond
A viral video of Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has caused uproar across Kenya after he was seen weighing huge bundles of cash on a digital scale. The clip, shared widely…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) wants to slash and cap the transaction fees telcos charge for sending money among users of mobile money services like M-Pesa and Airtel Money.…
For many Kenyans, getting spare parts for their vehicles can be frustrating, expensive, and slow. But that may soon change. A major new agreement has been signed between the Kenyan…
Bomet Governor Hillary Kipng’eno Barchok has been freed on Sh5 million cash bail after denying corruption-related charges at the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court. Trial Magistrate Zipporah Gichana on Tuesday granted the…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has released a new survey that has listed police officers as the most corrupt and unethical professionals. The survey released on Tuesday has established…
The proprietor of Nice Digital Mwea, Njiru Mkombozi, has revealed that goons caused damages worth Sh50 million after breaking into his business premises in Ngurubani, Kirinyaga County. Mkombozi said the…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that a new Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) schedule for used motor vehicles will take effect from July 1, 2025. In a notice,…
Operations at a major logistics hub in Mombasa were brought to a standstill following a dramatic police raid, prompting strong objections from a company associated with KANU Chairman Gideon Moi.…
Equity Bank has dismissed about 200 employees in Kenya after uncovering a major payroll and M-Pesa fraud scandal. The internal investigation revealed that the employees were involved in illegal transactions…
In a stunning move that has sent shockwaves through Nairobi, Governor Johnson Sakaja’s administration has ordered the immediate closure of all Naivas Supermarket outlets operating within the city. The decision,…
After completing his form four, and excelling well, Ishimael Wachira, didn’t manage to proceed with his education due to lack of school fees. The young man aged 27 Years, decided…
The Villa Rosa Kempinski in Nairobi is a luxury hotel that is owned by Adil Popat, a prominent Kenyan billionaire. He is the chairman of Simba Corporation, a multi-sector conglomerate…
Kenya Power has attributed the fluctuating token amounts for some customers to electricity tariffs. In a statement dated Monday, April 28, the utility firm detailed that it distributes customers to…
President William Ruto’s state visit to Beijing entered a crucial phase Thursday with a landmark diplomatic and development triumph. Ruto and his host, President Xi Jinping, witnessed the signing of…
President William Ruto’s state visit to China has led to the inking of 24 Memoranda of Understanding to strengthen bilateral ties. The MoUs focus on bolstering a myriad of sectors,…
Kenya is expected to become the largest economy in East Africa by 2025. That means we’re likely to overtake Ethiopia, which has held the top spot for a while. The…
To increase maize production on your farm, a combination of good agricultural practices, soil management, and smart planning is essential. Start by choosing high-quality, certified maize seeds that are suitable…
President William Ruto is set to embark on a state visit to China later this month, sparking mixed reactions among Kenyans. While the government insists the trip is aimed at…
Safaricom PLC has announced scheduled system maintenance for its M-Pesa services set to take place on the night of Monday, April 7, 2025, from 1:00 am to 1:30 am. In…
Kenya is experiencing rapid urbanization, with several towns growing at an exponential rate. These towns are not only attracting investments and businesses but are also becoming major hubs of economic…
On Thursday, Kenyans woke up to the news of U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of a 10% tariff on all imports from Kenya, a move described as part of a…
Kenyan households are beginning to experience relief as the cost of living declines following a substantial drop in the country’s inflation rate, this is according to a report released on…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) and the Union of Kenya Civil Servants (UKCS) are demanding a total overhaul of the Social Health Authority (SHA), citing the…
In a significant move to enhance electricity access in underserved regions, the World Bank has committed Sh10 billion to the Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project (Kosap). This initiative aims to…
A woman recently approached Pastor James Ng’ang’a, presenting court judgment letters alleging that ARMACO, a company she claims is associated with President William Ruto, owes her approximately KSh 2.9 million.…
The government has increased Miraa prices to reflect the current market trends. According to a statement issued on Saturday by Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe, a kilogram of Grade 1 miraa…
President William Ruto’s government has borrowed billions of money to enable smooth running of key development projects in the country. As reported by Kenyans.co.ke the government has borrowed Ksh 68…
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Kenya’s busiest aviation hub, is set to undergo significant expansion with the construction of a new terminal. This project is part of a broader modernization…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a fresh update on organizations exempted from income tax as new regulations take effect. The changes, which align with the latest tax laws,…
Sony Sugar Company, a government owned sugar manufacturer based in South Nyanza, has posted an impressive KSh 113 million profit before tax for the first quarter of the 2024/25 financial…
Environmental management has become a central focus of both local and national government in Kenya for past few decades. As the country continues to industrialise, concerns over the impact of…
How Kenyans Can Survive Hard Economic Times: Practical Tips The cost of living in Kenya has been rising steadily, with many households struggling to make ends meet. With increased prices…
Police in Butula, Busia County had a hard time preventing locals from siphoning fuel after a tanker overturned. The officers told Citizen Digital that the driver of the fuel tanker…
Kenya Airways (KQ) has issued an official statement following the circulation of a viral video depicting a confrontation between a passenger and an airline agent at the transfer desk in…
Ruring’u Stadium in Nyeri has become a symbol of underachievement and disappointment due to its deteriorating tartan athletics track, which remains unused despite substantial investment. The upgrade project, which was…
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) chairman Ndiritu Muriithi has explained why he opted to join President William Ruto’s government despite having been a fierce critic as a member of the opposition…
TikTok, the beloved short-video app that has taken the U.S. by storm, is now on the verge of being banned unless its China-based parent company, ByteDance, sells its U.S. assets…
The original Cobra manga by Buichi Terasawa is a classic, but Osamu Dezaki’s movie adaptation is legendary, and this ultra-HD Blu-ray doesn’t disappoint. Released in 1982, the movie covers the…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki today visited Suam Point of Entry/Exit in Endebess Constituency, Trans Nzoia County, to assess the ongoing works aimed at upgrading the facility into a modern One…
The Kenyan government has taken significant steps to support public schools by releasing KSh48.4 billion in capitation funds ahead of the new academic term.According to Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba,…
Born on January 1, 1962, Ferdinand Waititu began his political journey back in 2002 when he was elected councilor for Njiru Ward. The vocal politician also held the position of…
If Mikel Arteta wants to sign a new striker, then Dusan Vlahovic could be available for a cut-price fee during the summer transfer window. The 24-year-old frontman has been heavily…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has waived medical bills worth over Ksh.2.5 million to facilitate the discharge of 81 mothers stranded across four hospitals due to arrears.Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital CEO…
In an era where nearly every aspect of our lives is touched by the internet from communication, commerce to social interaction, the dangers lurking in cyberspace have never been more…
If you’ve ever been warned about the importance of keeping your bank account PIN or M-Pesa PIN secure, it’s for a good reason. Many people tend to choose PINs that…
Despite of drugs being termed illegal, many still find ways of selling and spreading it in the country. Many have been caught secretly hiding drugs in vehicles and other areas…
The 20,000-seater iconic Siaya Stadium is ready for commissioning. This weekend the facility received a boost of an additional 2500 seats from Moi Sports Complex, Kasarani for the western terraces.…
Kenyans are in for bad news as the government has increased the excise duty on imported sugar, leading to a rise in sugar prices. This increase, which was recently signed…
The Ministry of Education has dismissed reports alleging that it has raised the university entry grade for the 2024 KCSE candidates. The Ezekiel Machogu-led Ministry on Monday, December 23, flagged…
The County Government of Nairobi has announced new bus routes for Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) accessing the Central Business District (CBD). In a gazette notice dated December 20, the capital’s…
Following the implementation of the Tax Laws, the Kenya Revenue Authority will provide tax relief on housing levy and SHIF contributions. The 2024 Amendment Act A post-retirement medical fund contribution…
Kenya Railways has announced the introduction of additional trips for the Nairobi-Kisumu route owing to increased demand during the festivities. In a statement dated Thursday, December 19, the corporation announced…
Barely one month after allegations spread across news platforms and social media outlets that Kenyan police officers had started submitting resignation letters amid fresh blow to the political stability in…
The young man who went viral during the GenZ protests after revealing to Kenyans that Ruto was selling the airport to Adani, stepped out with a very sparkling smile, after…
For the last few months the Kasarani stadium has been under construction and has not been open to any activities. It is part of President William Ruto’s plan to uplift…
President William Ruto has claimed that during his recent visit to Tanzania, the country’s Agriculture Minister comaplained about losing the Kenyan market for Tanzania’s maize. Speaking on Monday, December 16,…
Kenya and Uganda have both made significant strides in developing their infrastructure, particularly in the construction of expressways. However, there are notable differences in the design, scope, and development of…
President William Ruto has announced that seven million Kenyans will be removed from the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) blacklist, a decision that mainly concerns individuals who have borrowed money from…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has instructed all vehicle dealers to complete pending motor vehicle registration applications by December 6, 2024, following a recent crackdown. The operation, which…
Kenyan police officers who were sent to Haiti as part of a peacekeeping mission are now threatening to quit their duties after not being paid for three months. The officers,…
A cyber Cafe operator in Nairobi CBD found himself in hot soup, after the police officers in the city decided to arrest him because of his dressing code. The young…
Maize is also refered to as corn. Maize is grown as a staple food in almost every country of the world. In Kenya, large scale maize farming takes place in…
The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Energy has tabled a raft of proposals in Parliament following its inquiry on how to reduce electricity costs for Kenyans. As detailed in the…
Kenyan airline Jambojet reported that one of their aircraft collided with poles during an overnight maintenance routine at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Monday.Advertisements According to Jambojet, the aircraft rolled…
Kenya Railways has announced the installation of state-of-the-art communication devices on train wagons using the Meter Guage Railway (MGR) line. In a statement dated, Monday, December 2, the device will…
President William Ruto cancels Adani deals in KenyaSenators now want President William Ruto to reveal the ‘new information’ that pushed him to cancel the controversial Adani Group deals with state…
The government has released Sh965 million for the payment of interns. The Ministry of Health in a statement on Saturday said the amount will go to payment of monthly stipends…
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has called on involving Adani Group in upgrading and maintaining the Kabunde Airstrip in Homa Bay County to transform it into a full-fledged airport.…
President William Ruto has directed the Kenya National Innovation Agency (KeNIA) to be domiciled in the Office of the President. Speaking on Wednesday, November 27, during the launch of the…
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has notified all second-hand car importers that all vehicles registered in 2017 will not be allowed into the country after December 31, 2024.In a…
When it comes to purchasing a vehicle, the longevity and reliability of the car are crucial factors to consider. While new cars certainly have their advantages, used cars can often…
President William Ruto is set to officiate the launch of a massive KSh 11 billion mining plant, a project that promises to create 14,000 jobs and significantly boost Kenya’s economy.…
The National Treasury submitted four amendment bills to Parliament that proposed various tax and administrative reforms to help the country raise revenue for its development programmes. The four bills include…
The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO), has completed and powered up the Sultan Hamud to Loitoktok transmission line. The high-voltage power line, which was built at a cost of…
A new bill sponsored by an ODM Member of Parliament has sparked national debate by proposing a mandatory 1% contribution from employees’ salaries to a fund, matched equally by employers.…
Nairobi, Kenya – The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has announced the release of a new series of banknotes, marking a significant milestone in the country’s monetary system. The announcement,…
The government has announced a nationwide recruitment drive for overseas job opportunities starting Wednesday, November 20. Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua revealed that the exercise will kick off at the…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two suspects accused of attempting to extort a staggering Sh2 million from the Director General of a prominent State Corporation. According to…
In Nairobi, Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene were cut by Ksh1 to retail at Ksh177.30, Ksh162 and Ksh145.94, respectively. Prices, hitherto, were: a litre of Super petrol – KSh178; Diesel…
Chaos erupted at the A.I.C Itigo Chepkoilel church in Eldoret as members clashed over Ksh2.5 million raised during a recent Harambee event. A video shared by Kenya News Alert TV…
Kenyan Youtuber commentator shares his status that he is going through a lot of challenges with his show ‘the weekend warmup,’ Kenyan Youtuber commentator now says he has been facing…
President William Ruto’s economic advisor David Ndii has swiftly reacted following reports that kenya might be forced to compensate Gulf Oil companies for not meeting the minimum fuel import volumes.…
President William Ruto has signed the Sugar Bill into law, introducing the Sugar Development Levy and a series of reforms aimed at reviving Kenya’s struggling sugar industry. The legislation also…
When Deputy President Hon. Kithure Kindiki and his wife, Dr. Joyce Kithure, arrived at a recent public function, Kenyans responded on social media. The majority of the comments were on…
The Ministry of Health recently announced the release of Ksh 9 billion to the Social Health Authority (SHA) to clear outstanding bills owed to healthcare facilities by the former National…
The National Treasury is seeking to reduce the use of fuel guzzlers by public officers in a bid to reduce wastage amid budget shortfalls. A new policy proposed by the…
Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho has ordered the immediate closure of quarries operated by Simba Cement in the Kabe Ribe area, Rabai Sub-County, Kilifi County. Joho…
As a remote worker in Nigeria, reliable internet is my lifeline. But one frustrating morning, I had a work meeting and work related tasks to complete but as I checked…
Wewe umesave pesa ngapi hii mwezi? Following on the latest trending video clip of a well known TikToker, Sherly Gabriella, she has sent media into standstill as she reveals how…
President William Ruto has defended the Ksh95 billion deal signed between Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) and Adani Energy Solutions to build and operate power transmission lines in the…
Four senior Taita Taveta County officials arrested on Tuesday over the alleged theft of Ksh.7 million public funds in the pretext of commemorating the First World War are due in…
According to Ndegwa Njiru, the president has spent more than Kshs. 1.5 billion to have his deputy president impeached, money between the Senate and National Assembly. Gachagua’s team led by…
With a huge population of over 4 million Kenyans, movement from one part of Nairobi to another is facilitated by many buses popularly known as Matatus.Over time, the Matatu industry…
Ivy Namulindwa alias Ivy Namu, the fiancée of multi-talented media personality Willis Raburu, must currently be among the happiest people in the world. This is because her man has recently…
In Kenya, the use of helicopters has significantly increased for various purposes, including politics, tourism, and business travel. Leading this trend is Kwae Island Development Limited (KIDL), a company associated…
Kenyans on X have been discussing their worst experiences with potential employers, many detailing the unbelievably low salary offers they’d received at previous job interviews.The discussion began after someone shared…
A woman has sued her estranged husband for selling their matrimonial property worth Sh25 million to former Kenya Power Managing Director Ben Chumo without her consent. Ms Rosa Jepkorir Cheruiyot…
Senior Economic Advisor Moses Kuria has urged politicians from his Mt Kenya backyard to work together with other communities for the region’s continued representation in government. Speaking at a funeral…
Kenya Railways has announced the temporary suspension of the Nairobi Commuter Railway services for a day. In a notice dated Thursday, October 10, the corporation explained that the suspension was…