- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – The Ministry of Education has called on parents and guardians to ensure their school-going children are registered with the Social Health Authority (SHA) as part of the government’s broader efforts to guarantee access to healthcare for all citizens, including minors. In a…
- JAN 31 – US President Donald Trump has said he will follow through with his threat to hit imports from Canada and Mexico with 25% border taxes, known as tariffs, on 1 February. But he added that a decision about whether this would include oil from those countries had not yet been made. Speaking to…
- NAIROBI, Jan. 31 (Xinhua) — The two-way trade between China and African countries has been pivotal in accelerating the growth and modernization that the continent requires to remain competitive, a Kenyan banking executive said Thursday. Muya Guo, head of the China Desk at the Stanbic Bank Kenya,…
- JAN 30 – Economic growth in the US slowed at the end of last year, as trade and investment declined and the country was hit by hurricanes and labour strikes. The economy expanded at an annual rate of 2.3% between October and December, down from 3.1% in the three months before, according to the US…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – Chinese social media platform TikTok has announced that it has no plans to monetize Kenyan creators. The platform, which has monetized creators in the Americas and other regions, remained tight-lipped as to when it will roll out tokenization for creators in the continent, a…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – Kenya’s low insurance penetration received a boost on Thursday following a tripartite agreement between digital taxi company Little, Minet, and Pioneer Insurance. The partnership aims to onboard over 200,000 Public Service Vehicle (PSV) drivers on the app, offering them…
- WELLINGTON, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — The latest export statistics released on Thursday showed the United States had become the second largest export destination for New Zealand goods last year, with a total value of 9 billion NZ dollars, overtaking Australia but remaining behind China. The U.S. received…
- Nairobi, Jan 30 – Global fintech company Tala has joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), commiting to responsible business practices and financial inclusion. The company was welcomed into the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative during a certificate handover ceremony at its…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – The standoff between matatu operators and hawkers in Nairobi’s CBD was resolved Thursday after a meeting convened by Nairobi County officials. Chief Officer for Mobility Dr. Michal Waikenda led the talks, urging both parties to co-exist. “Relocating hawkers to backstreets…
- JAN 30 – US President Donald Trump renewed his attacks on the US central bank, hours after officials left interest rates unchanged despite his public calls for them to cut. In a social media post, he accused the Federal Reserve and its chairman Jerome Powell of mishandling the economy, saying they…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – The Court of Appeal has ruled against a request to strike out the notices of appeal and pleadings lodged by MALI Advocates in a dispute involving Cytonn Investment Management and several affiliated parties. This decision follows a legal challenge that saw the advocate’s…
- SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) — Top U.S. electric automaker Tesla Inc. on Wednesday reported its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024 with increasing revenue, plummeting net income and shrinking operating margins. Total revenue in the quarter grew 2 percent year on year to 25.7…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing tourism competitiveness and sustainability during a series of high-level UN Tourism meetings in Madrid, Spain. Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebeca Miano, represented by Kenya’s Ambassador to Spain Nairimas Ole Sein…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 30 – The increasing availability of free or low-cost Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools has significantly contributed to the rising cases of biometric fraud across Africa, according to a new report by Smile ID. Biometric fraud exploits weaknesses in authentication systems that…
- JAN 30 – US President Donald Trump has signed a legal settlement that will see Facebook and Instagram owner Meta pay out roughly $25m (£20m). Trump sued the social media giant and its chief executive, Mark Zuckerberg, in 2021 over the suspension of his accounts after the 6 January Capitol riots…
- JAN 29 – Smartwatch firm Garmin is facing a backlash after customers around the world complained their devices were not working. Some users reported seeing a blue triangle when they tried to turn on their watch, while others were stuck on its start-up screen. Garmin’s Fenix 8 smartwatches, which…
- MOMBASA, Kenya, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) — The recurrence of infectious diseases such as Ebola, mpox and Marburg in Africa calls for enhancing the resilience of the continent’s public health systems through sustainable funding, technology adoption, improved surveillance and community engagement, officials…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 29 – Ride-hailing company Bolt has launched a ‘Trusted Contacts’ feature, allowing passengers and drivers to add friends or relatives as emergency contacts. This ensures Bolt’s Safety Team can escalate Ride Check notifications or Emergency Assist requests if the account holder…
- JAN 29 – The maker of ChatGPT, OpenAI, has complained that rivals, including those in China, are using its work to make rapid advances in developing their own artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The status of OpenAI – and other US firms – as the world leaders in AI has been dramatically undermined…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 29 – TikTok has teamed up with Aleph Holdings and Wowzi to expand its presence in Kenya’s fast-growing creative and business landscape. The partnership will see Aleph Holdings take over TikTok’s sales and support operations in Kenya, providing local businesses with tailored…
- By Khadija Mohammed JAN 29 – Over the last two decades, Kenya has invested heavily in ICT infrastructure and services with an aim of improving communication and access to information. In the same period, the country has hit the highest numbers yet in financial inclusion (84% according to Finaccess…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 29 – Motor dealer Kai and Karo has suspended its fundraising campaign after surpassing the $100,000, or about Sh13 million, mark, citing legal challenges and negative media publicity that have crippled its operations. The company’s founder, in a statement issued Wednesday,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has raised concerns over the rise of unlicensed individuals posing as medical professionals online, warning that such activities endanger public health. The council cautioned that false medical advice from…
- By Edward Osoro, JAN 29 – Saving can be a tough topic, especially in January, when households in Kenya are struggling with a myriad of financial obligations after a spending-free December.. However, this topic is a necessary challenge as people plan for the year ahead. Saving money is one of the…
- JAN 29 – Sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich could owe the UK up to £1bn after a botched attempt to avoid tax on hedge fund investments, evidence seen by the BBC suggests. Leaked papers reveal investments worth $6bn (£4.7bn) were routed through companies in the British Virgin Islands (BVI…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 29 – West Sugar Company is in the process of reviving the distillery and co-generation plants at Mumias Sugar Company Limited. In a letter addressed to the Mumias Sugar Company dated January 23, 2025, the firm revealed that the decision is in compliance with the directive issued…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 29 – Grant Thornton Kenya, a leading professional services firm, has merged with Devani-Devani & Company, a certified public accounting firm, to expand their advisory solutions in Kenya. The merger, which took effect on January 6, 2025, following regulatory approvals, is set…
- JAN 28 – President Donald Trump has offered buyout packages to almost all federal workers who do not want to return to the office, a major move designed to shrink the US government. In an email sent to millions of employees on Tuesday, his administration told workers they had to decide by 6…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The COMESA Competition Commission has launched an investigation into Kenya Airways (KQ) over alleged violations of consumer protection regulations following multiple complaints regarding flight delays and inadequate passenger support. The Commission cited suspected…
- JAN 28 – Boeing lost nearly a billion dollars a month in 2024, as it grappled with a safety crisis, quality control issues and a damaging strike. The aerospace giant lost $11.8bn across the year, its worst result since 2020, when the aviation industry was grounded by the Covid pandemic. In the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The government has hinted at the possibility of shutting down social media platforms if national security is threatened, ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has stated. Kabogo, however, clarified that the government has no immediate plans to disrupt…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected Sh1.243 trillion by December 31, 2024, reflecting a 4.5 percent increase compared to Sh1.189 trillion in the same period of the 2023/2024 financial year. Exchequer revenue, collected on behalf of the National Treasury, amounted…
- UNITED NATIONS, Jan. 28 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on the United States to exempt critical aid deliveries from its sweeping order to pause foreign assistance, his spokesman said on Monday. Guterres “notes with concern” the announcement of a pause in U.S. foreign…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and the Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) have partnered to launch the “MoreMilk 2” initiative, designed to enhance the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of milk produced by small-scale businesses. The four-year project,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Mahali Mzuri, Sir Richard Branson’s luxury safari camp in the Maasai Mara, is set for an extensive upgrade to elevate guest experiences, Virgin Limited Edition has announced. The refurbishment will enhance the camp’s 12 luxury tents, dining areas, bar, lounge, and swimming…
- BEIJING, Jan. 28 (Xinhua) — China and India agreed Monday to resume direct flights between the Chinese mainland and India, according to a Chinese Foreign Ministry statement on Tuesday. Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong and Indian Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri held a meeting of the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Joseph Kairobi, alias Khalif Kairo, the embattled car dealer, has addressed public concerns over a fundraising campaign linked to his company, distancing it from claims of directly soliciting funds from Kenyan investors. “We are not channeling funds directly from the public…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Kenya Power has announced the successful restoration of electricity to the Kiwanja area in Roysambu after a period of disruption. The utility firm in a statement confirmed that the power supply was reinstated Tuesday morning, with the company confirming the replacement of a…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – Equity Bank has received two ISO certifications – ISO 27001:2023 for Information Security Management and ISO 20000-1:2018 for Service Management. These accolades the lender says highlight its steadfast commitment to upholding international standards in both security and…
- JAN 28 – Coca-Cola has recalled its drinks in some countries across Europe because they contain “higher levels” of a chemical called chlorate. The firm said in a statement that the recall was focused on Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. It added just five product lines had been shipped to…
- ARUSHA, Tanzania, Jan 28 – The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat has launched an upgraded Single Customs Territory (SCT) Centralised Platform to enable real-time customs and trade data exchange across Partner States’ Customs and Ports Authorities. The platform was unveiled at the EAC…
- JAN 28 – US President Donald Trump has said that Microsoft is in discussions to acquire TikTok and that he would like to see a “bidding war” over the sale of the social media app. When asked by reporters whether the US tech giant was preparing a bid, Trump replied: “I would say yes” – […]
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 28 – The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has called for the nullification of Aisha Jumwa Katana’s appointment as the chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB), citing lack of professional qualifications and an inappropriate appointment process. Jumwa, a former Gender…
- JAN 27 – New Zealand has relaxed its visa requirements to allow tourists to work remotely while visiting the country in an effort to boost its tourism sector. Under the new rules, visitors can now carry out remote working for a foreign employer while holidaying in the country for up to 90 days,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 27 – The Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has revoked the operating licenses of B Smart Sacco Limited and Multiple Sacco Limited over noncompliance. In a notice, SASRA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Peter Njuguna stated that the Saccos have failed to meet members and…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 27 – Fahari Aviation, a subsidiary of Kenya Airways, will host the inaugural Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Symposium on March 18-19, 2025, in Nairobi. The event will bring together industry professionals, policymakers, innovators, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs),…
- JAN 27 – Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) app DeepSeek has overtaken ChatGPT and other rivals to become the top-rated free application on Apple’s App Store in the US, UK and China. The app has surged in popularity since its launch in January, challenging the widely-held belief that America is…
- Nairobi, Kenya, Jan 27 – Nairobi County has extended its citywide clean-up efforts, originally launched in the Central Business District (CBD), to include residential estates across the city. The initiative will be supported by an additional 3,500 members of the Green Army. Governor Sakaja Johnson…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 27 – First Assurance, a Kenyan-based insurance firm, has partnered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to enhance insurance penetration among ICPAK’s registered members. The move will ensure professionals have access to tailored, comprehensive,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 27 – Jambojet, Kenya’s budget airline, has suspended flights between Nairobi and Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), due to escalating conflict and the closure of Goma’s airspace. The airline announced that the temporary suspension takes effect immediately, citing…
