Principal Secretary: Beauty and femininity only won’t free African women cultural bondage
Hosted in the Eastern Africa region, the Summit is both a powerful culmination of the five-year She Leads programme (2021-2025) and a bold step forward in shaping policies that place Girls and Young Women at the centre of decision-making.
Kenya-Iran seventh joint economic forum resolves to ramp up trade to over $1 billion
The annual target rise from the current $150 million is aimed at deepening economic ties with both sides setting a target to boost their annual trade, according to the Iranian minister.
South Sudan back at with itself as Vice President Machar, his wife are placed under house arrest
African Union Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said he would deploy a team to Juba “as part of efforts to de-escalate the situation.” In a statement on X, the US State Department’s bureau of African affairs urged Kiir to reverse the house arrest and “prevent further escalation of the situation.”
Cabinet secretary for ICT unveils Kenya’s AI Strategy to drive the East African nation’s digital revolution
Germany commended Kenya’s AI leadership, with Deputy Ambassador Alexander Fierley reaffirming Germany’s support, emphasising that AI’s impact depends on responsible data ownership and consumer protection.
Kenya unveils strategic plan to strengthen the power of mercy process, clemency and justice
Further, Koskei revealed that the new five-year strategic plan will enhance efficiency, transparency and accessibility in the clemency process.
Five arid and semi-arid regions in Kenya on high alert as weather forecasts show depressed rainfall
At least five counties in the country are at high alert stage of drought with expectation of low or below average rainfall in the March-May long rain season. According to the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA), these counties are Wajir, Mandera, parts of Marsabit, Parts of Kilifi and Parts of...
Known as the epicentre of political protests in Kenya, Kisumu is now intensifying fight to shed sexual violence image
The first recovery centre will be established in Muhoroni Sub-County before being replicated in other parts of the county. The situation room will be located at the county referral facility to coordinate reporting, response and support services.
National bureau of statistics rolls our Integrated Labour Force Survey for data on Kenya’s current skills market
Dr Ichwara explained that the 2026 ILFS is aimed at capturing employment dynamics, measure unemployment and underemployment, and provide a deeper understanding of the informal sector and child labour.
Agriculture minister wants arid and semi-arid regions to become focal point of national livestock development
Discussions focused on the potential of drylands as a driver of Africa’s economic growth and food security. Participants explored climate-resilient agriculture, digital technologies, artificial intelligence, nutrition-sensitive food systems, indigenous crops, livestock health, soil restoration and integrated water management.
Kakamega braces for cancer explosion as state embarks on demotion of asbestos-roofed buildings
Kakamega County Environmental Officer Nathaniel Mutuku says that laws and legislations that regulate asbestos management in Kenya are comprehensive and would give the law enforcers a foundation to act upon.
Day American rock-and-roll icon Bruce Springsteen saw homeless guitarist rejected; what he did next stunned shop owner
He played it the way people play guitars they have known a long time with a familiarity that went beyond technical skill into something more like reunion. The specific ease of a player and an instrument that have the same language. He played for about three minutes moving through something that wasn’t quite a song and wasn’t quite improvisation but was somewhere between them.
Leaked files reveal how US billionaires have algorithms for matchmaking in form of networking and dating
Founded in 2006 by Thiel and data broker Auren Hoffman, Dialog is a private club that convenes politicians, investors, entrepreneurs, military leaders, executives, academics and journalists for invitation-only, off-the-record retreats.
Iran orders vessels seeking to cross Strait of Hormuz file their requests to Persian Gulf Strait Authority
Iran’s top security body has announced that it has issued the order for the swift handling of requests by vessels for passage through the Strait of Hormuz in line with meeting the objectives of a newly-signed memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Tehran and Washington. Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC)...
Former US President Obama condemned Trump policy during Obama Presidential Centre opening ceremony
Reflecting on history, Obama emphasised the American ideal of “no kings or lords, no serfs or subjects,” echoing the “No King” protests and marches that have taken place across the country in recent months.
Nairobi County Chief Executive Officer Martin Wekesa earns plaudits for professional rollout of Mutuini Level IV Hospital upgrade
Dr Wafula – who previously earned recognition for his performance in Nairobi County’s health facilities revamp – has been praised for his hands-on leadership and results-driven approach.
Africa Union meeting in Lusaka ramps up push to secure continent’s access to lifesaving essential drugs
The growing push behind the SCALE Programme has also been felt through the active engagement of regional economic communities (RECs) where both the intergovernmental authority on development (IGAD) and the common market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) have applauded the strategic value of the programme and highlighted its alignment with regional health, investment and development priorities.
