Nairobi music fans can finally break the monotony of remixes as Kenya-based Lingala artist Zeget launches 7-track album

Nairobi music fans can finally break the monotony of remixes as Kenya-based Lingala artist Zeget launches 7-track album

Royaumz Band is a resident band at 1824 in Madaraka Shopping Centre. It performs there every Tuesday. It also performs at Pyasa Lounge Donholm on Thursdays and Sundays and Club Kuche at Nyayo Stadium every Saturday.

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Kenya plans to upgrade Kiganjo Police College to university that’ll serve Africa

Kenya plans to upgrade Kiganjo Police College to university that’ll serve Africa

CS Kipchumba Murkomen revealed that the NPS is currently at the tail end of the procurement process, which will see the creation of one national command centre and six regional centres in Nairobi, Nyeri, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret.

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West Pokot governor accuses powerful state officials in Kenya of illegal gold mining, non-remittance of royalties and wildlife ruin

West Pokot governor accuses powerful state officials in Kenya of illegal gold mining, non-remittance of royalties and wildlife ruin

Mr Simon Kachapin questioned why ordinary business operators are required to comply with taxation and licensing regulations, while illegal miners allegedly operate freely.

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Scramble for diminishing fish stocks in Lake Victoria results in vicious fight that kills fisherman in Suba South

Scramble for diminishing fish stocks in Lake Victoria results in vicious fight that kills fisherman in Suba South

Fishermen push out a boat at dawn, embarking on a fishing expedition (Picture for illustration). The incident happened in Suba North in Homa Bay County.

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Soaring fuel prices in Rwanda reshape daily routines as businesses adjust to punitive cost of living

Soaring fuel prices in Rwanda reshape daily routines as businesses adjust to punitive cost of living

In early March, gasoline (petrol) was set not to exceed 1,989 Rwandan francs (about $1.36) per litre, while diesel was capped at 1,948 Rwandan francs per litre, according to the Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA).

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Ugandan and two Nigerian members of an international drug ring arrested Kampala

Ugandan and two Nigerian members of an international drug ring arrested Kampala

Mugisha had previously served a 12-year prison sentence in neighbouring Kenya for drug trafficking.

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How South Sudanese 1878 prophet’s sacred stick became centre of vicious power struggle between President Kiir, Machar

How South Sudanese 1878 prophet’s sacred stick became centre of vicious power struggle between President Kiir, Machar

That stick is known as Ngundeng Bong’s dang and not only has its reputation as a magical and dangerous weapon lived on, but it also plays a role in the latest cycle of violence in the world’s youngest nation.

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Kiambu County, with high incidence of street families in Kenya, developing child protection policy

Kiambu County, with high incidence of street families in Kenya, developing child protection policy

Director of Gender and Social Services Mary Kilobi said the policy will provide a structured framework to address child welfare issues at the county level while complementing existing national frameworks.

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State pushes for formalisation of colonial settlements in central Kenya 60 years since independence

State pushes for formalisation of colonial settlements in central Kenya 60 years since independence

The initiative will not only to grant ownership documents but also to improve living conditions of thousands of residents in informal settlements. KISIP II includes upgrading of roads, drainage systems and other essential amenities to transform these areas into planned residential neighbourhoods.

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Unlocking conservation’s future: Why private developers are key to pacing up Kenya’s robust tourism industry

Unlocking conservation’s future: Why private developers are key to pacing up Kenya’s robust tourism industry

Rather than viewing conservation as a constraint, developers should see it as an opportunity – one that enhances land value, attracts global attention and aligns with the growing demand for sustainable investment.

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