KENYA NEWS

Senior economic advisor Moses Kuria today met with the leader of President Ruto's Economic Council, David Ndii. The engagement which took place on Tuesday marks Kuria's entrance into his new role following the cabinet's reconstitution. The four-hour discourse between Kuria and Ndii is characterized…

Kenya's debt crisis has its roots in the final year of former President Uhuru Kenyatta's administration which significantly increased borrowing in an attempt to secure a lasting legacy. This borrowing spree has had far-reaching consequences with many of the funded projects now faltering or…

President William Ruto has officially announced former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's candidacy for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. The announcement, made at a high-profile event at State House in Nairobi, signifies Kenya's strategic move to position Mr Odinga as a…

President William Ruto announced the rebranding of the Kazi Mtaani program during the National Youth Service (NYS) pass-out ceremony in Gilgil, Nakuru County on Monday. The initiative, originally implemented by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has been transformed into the "Climate Work Mtaani"…

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to Kenya's transformation, emphasizing long-term progress over immediate political considerations. During a town hall meeting at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, Ruto addressed students and education stakeholders, articulating his…

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has launched a vigorous campaign against the recently implemented university funding model in Kenya. Addressing a crowd in Githurai on Sunday, Musyoka criticized the new system as excessively complex and discriminatory towards lower-income families. He emphasizes…

Salim Swaleh, the former Director of the Press Service at the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary (OPCS) and ex-NTV news anchor, has made an impassioned plea for assistance. Swaleh's life has been in confusion since June when a scandal involving him came to light, making it challenging for him to…

Ida Odinga, wife of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, marked her 74th birthday with an elegant celebration in Nairobi on Saturday. The event showcased her grace and the high esteem in which she is held by family, friends, and political elites. The venue was transformed into a floral paradise,…

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua experienced a busy week filled with public engagements and political activities. His agenda included issuing warnings to certain Mount Kenya leaders, advocating for regional unity, and addressing various government officials. During a wedding ceremony in Kiambu…

The Kenyan government has announced a decisive initiative to address the high default rate plaguing the Hustler Fund. Speaking at the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) annual conference on Friday, Cooperatives and MSME Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya revealed that an alarming 19…