Current Date: April 19th, 2025

Politics

Kagame Secures Fourth Term in Rwanda with 99% of Vote

Paul Kagame secures a fourth term as Rwanda's president with an overwhelming 99.15% of the vote. Despite eight candidates applying...

Senators Diluted Significant Bill to Facilitate Acquisition of State Contracts

Discover how Senate amendments to the Conflict of Interest Bill in Kenya have weakened measures aimed at curbing corruption in gov...

Tribute Concert in Kenya Honoring Victims of Tax Hike Protests

Hundreds gathered in Nairobi for a concert honoring victims of recent anti-government protests in Kenya. Amid calls for President ...

New Bishop Prohibits Fundraisers in Nyahururu

Rt Rev Samson Gachathi, the new Bishop of the ACK Nyahururu Diocese, has suspended all personal harambees, including fundraisers f...

Khalwale Urges Ruto to Dissolve Cabinet, Disband Mudavadi’s Office, and Dismiss David Ndii

Explore Senator Boni Khalwale's call for President William Ruto to reform his cabinet and eliminate unconstitutional offices in Ke...

Biden Attributes Poor Debate Performance to Jet Lag

President Joe Biden attributes his recent debate struggles to jet lag, sparking concerns within the Democratic Party about his fit...

Sifuna Declines Ksh14K Pay Raise: “I Don’t Need It”

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna declines the proposed Ksh14K salary increase by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, emphasizing...

Senator Aaron Cheruiyot Urges MPs to Reject Proposed Salary Increases and Take Pay Cuts

Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot urges MPs to reject proposed salary increments and take pay cuts, aiming to reduce Kenya's public ...

Kenya to Use Part of $1.2 Billion World Bank Loan to Settle Eurobond Maturing in June 2024

The Kenyan government will use part of a $1.2 billion Development Policy Operations loan from the World Bank to settle the remaini...

President Ruto Advocates Replenishment of African Development Fund

President William Ruto urges a substantial replenishment of the African Development Fund during a meeting with AfDB officials in N...

Meru Governor Kawira Joins United Democratic Alliance (UDA)

Meru Governor Kawira officially joins the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) with a pledge to contest her gubernatorial seat under t...

Ndindi Nyoro, the chair of the Budget Committee in Parliament, criticizes KRA for imposing heavy taxation

Ndindi Nyoro, the chairperson of the National Assembly Budget Committee, advocates for public participation in taxation decisions,...

Advocacy for Karua to assume Azimio leadership in the event Raila secures AU position

Kirinyaga County leaders propose Martha Karua as a potential successor to lead the Azimio movement if Raila Odinga assumes the rol...

Kenya Contemplating Ban on TikTok for High-ranking Government Officials

Kenya's government considers banning TikTok for senior officials amidst concerns over cybersecurity risks and illicit activities ...

Simba Arati selects a new Deputy Governor following Monda’s removal.

Kisii Governor Simba Arati nominates Elijah Obebo as Deputy Governor following the removal of Robert Monda. The announcement by th...

Governor Mwangaza Cites Safety Concerns for Avoiding Igembe Region

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza cites safety concerns as she explains her avoidance of the Igembe region, detailing past instances o...

Government Mandates Public Officials with Bar Ownership to Close Establishments or Step Down

The government mandates public officials owning or operating bars to either shut down their establishments or resign from their po...

Senators Vote to Impeach Kisii’s Controversial Deputy Governor, Robert Monda

Senators vote to impeach Kisii's Deputy Governor, Robert Monda, following a series of guilty verdicts on charges including corrupt...

Uneasy calm settles in Haiti capital after Prime Minister Ariel Henry vows to resign

Amid political uncertainty in Haiti, Prime Minister Ariel Henry's resignation pledge offers a glimmer of hope amidst escalating ga...

Senate Passes Housing Bill Without Relief for Kenyans

The Kenyan Senate has passed the Affordable Housing Bill without providing any relief for Kenyans, despite extensive debate, prop...