•The Donation Comes Amid Global Food Crisis In a landmark gesture of global solidarity, the Republic of Korea has donated 23,258 metric tonnes of rice, valued at approximately Sh2.3 billion (around $17.7 million USD), to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to address food insecurity among refugees in Kenya. The consignment, the largest single […]
In a landmark achievement for Lamu County’s healthcare system, King Fahd Hospital has successfully performed its first-ever laparoscopic radical nephrectomy, a minimally invasive surgery to remove a cancerous kidney. This groundbreaking procedure marks a significant step forward in providing advanced medical care to residents of Lamu, reducing the need for costly referrals to urban centers […]
Makueni County, Kenya| In a robust move to enforce environmental regulations, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), in partnership with the National Police Service, has apprehended 17 individuals in Makueni County for breaching the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA). The four-day operation, which targeted non-compliant facilities such as hospitals and petrol stations, underscores NEMA’s […]
Mombasa, Kenya| As Kenya gears up for the rollout of Grade 10 under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system in January 2026, the Vice-Chancellor of the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM), Prof. Leila Abubakar, has called on schools in the coastal region to integrate the Blue Economy into their curricula, with a particular emphasis on marine […]
In a shocking incident that has sparked widespread condemnation across Kenya, at least 36 female students from Maikona Girls Secondary School in North Horr Constituency, Marsabit County, have sustained injuries following an alleged brutal corporal punishment meted out by teachers. The incident, which reportedly occurred after the school’s victory at the 2025 Kenya National Drama […]
In a deeply polarizing and controversial statement, Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Abdi Jehow has ignited a firestorm of condemnation across Kenya after openly declaring that leaders from the North Eastern region are prepared to rig the 2027 General Election to secure President William Ruto’s re-election. The remarks, made during the 60th anniversary celebration of Wajir […]
In a historic moment for water sports in Africa, Kenya is set to host the first-ever African Rafting Championship, a thrilling event that promises to showcase the continent’s top rafting talent. Preparations are in high gear at Rapids Camp along the picturesque Sagana River, where over 100 athletes from more than 10 African nations will […]
Nairobi, Kenya| In a landmark move to transform maternal and newborn healthcare in Kenya, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has spearheaded a high-level bilateral meeting with key stakeholders from the Beginnings Fund, marking a significant step toward achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The meeting, held with Alice Kang’ethe, CEO of the Beginnings Fund, and David […]
Governor’s sweeping changes aim to inject new energy and align county departments with performance-driven goals Vihiga Governor Dr. Wilber Khasilwa Ottichilo has announced a comprehensive reshuffle of the County Executive Committee Members (CECMs), signaling a renewed commitment to enhancing service delivery, accountability, and departmental efficiency across the devolved unit. The changes, effected through Executive Order […]
Mombasa, Kenya| The nation is in mourning following the passing of Chief Kadhi Abdul Halim Hussein, a revered Islamic scholar and judicial leader, who died on Wednesday night. National leaders, including President William Ruto, Chief Justice Martha Koome, and Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho, have paid glowing tributes to the late Sheikh, celebrating his unwavering commitment […]
