Kenya pushes nuclear programme to meet 60,000 megawatts to power industrialisation

Kenya pushes nuclear programme to meet 60,000 megawatts to power industrialisation

Siaya Governor James Orenge (centre) addressing the media in Kisumu on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 during an induction workshop for Siaya leaders on nuclear energy. Looking on is NuPEA board chairman Eng. Lawrence Gumbe (tight) and CEO Justus Wabuyabo (right). Credit: Chris Mahandara.

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Quack lawyer arraigned in Eldoret court for defiling his six-year-old step-daughter after luring her with biscuits and yoghurt  

Quack lawyer arraigned in Eldoret court for defiling his six-year-old step-daughter after luring her with biscuits and yoghurt  

Cheruiyot reportedly defiled the minor code-named A.R. in their kitchen after luring her with a packet of biscuit and yogurt milk.

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Kenya’s MICE: In a highly interconnected world power wielded is not only by what a country produces but also the conversations it hosts

Kenya’s MICE: In a highly interconnected world power wielded is not only by what a country produces but also the conversations it hosts

Bomas provides a natural platform for this – showcasing our cultural wealth while directly supporting communities and preserving heritage.

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Court orders KRA to unfreeze former Nairobi Governor Sonko’s bank accounts, opens CBK probe into Equity Bank activities

Court orders KRA to unfreeze former Nairobi Governor Sonko’s bank accounts, opens CBK probe into Equity Bank activities

Friday’s ruling now cements that temporary relief, allowing Sonko breathing room as the substantive tax dispute proceeds.

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Property fraud: Cecil Miller leads push to halt proceedings in high-stakes appeal pending Supreme Court certification

Property fraud: Cecil Miller leads push to halt proceedings in high-stakes appeal pending Supreme Court certification

Responding, Ms Sheila Ndiho for the fourth respondent opposed the adjournment, maintaining that service had been properly effected using the same communication channels. She argued that the objection raised by the respondents was a delay tactic.

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‘We cannot stop what has not started’, Oburu denies standoff in troubled coalition talks between ODM and President Ruto ruling UDA

‘We cannot stop what has not started’, Oburu denies standoff in troubled coalition talks between ODM and President Ruto ruling UDA

Dr Oburu Odinga explained that zoning, if eventually adopted, would only apply to coalition partners and not within ODM, where members will still face competitive nominations.

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Water everywhere but not drop to quench thirst for residents of Chemedi Payam Refugee Camp in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State

Water everywhere but not drop to quench thirst for residents of Chemedi Payam Refugee Camp in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State

With few functioning boreholes, limited storage capacity and no large-scale treatment systems, most residents rely on water trucking or unsafe alternatives. Seasonal water points often dry up during prolonged dry spells.

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Kenya hosts African negotiators in capital to strengthen continent’s position on climate justice

Kenya hosts African negotiators in capital to strengthen continent’s position on climate justice

Nana Antwi-Boasiako Amoah, chairman of the African Group of Negotiators Experts Support, said the discussions would prioritise agriculture, food security, gender equality and climate finance.

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Iran’s parliament speaker assures world Tehran is committed to peace, accuses ‘those who started the war’ of dishonesty

Iran’s parliament speaker assures world Tehran is committed to peace, accuses ‘those who started the war’ of dishonesty

Praising Pakistan’s efforts to help secure a ceasefire and facilitate talks between Tehran and Washington, Qalibaf said that enforcing a comprehensive ceasefire across all conflict areas was among the conditions of the preliminary truce

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State resets gold and granite industries in Vihiga County, western Kenya, as region turns to mining for economic growth

State resets gold and granite industries in Vihiga County, western Kenya, as region turns to mining for economic growth

Progress on Planet Gold Programme was also reviewed with county and national government officials noting significant milestones achieved so far.

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