Council's move to qualify Chinese lawyer to practice in Kenya raises eyebrows

Former LSK President and Senior Counsel Nelson Havi stated that the Council for Legal Education owes the country an explanation for gazetting a Chinese citizen for admission to the Bar.

By Patrick Vidija 28 days ago

NACADA welcomes Ruto's directive on alcohol and drug abuse

President Ruto on Wednesday said any government official or security officer found aiding or abetting drug trafficking or illicit alcohol networks will be dismissed from service and prosecuted.

By Patrick Vidija 28 days ago

African Journalists urged to renew focus on climate justice reporting

UN Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, Melissa Fleming, underscored the indispensable role of professional journalism in protecting the integrity of the global information ecosystem.

By Patrick Vidija 30 days ago

Abdikarim Hassan: The man behind Somalia's ballot

Somalia last held direct elections in 1969, before a military coup that kept civilians out of power for decades.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

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Maraga Reforms: Why lobby groups want fairness in police recruitment

The exercise, intended to add 10,000 officers to the service, was marred by confusion, inconsistent testing, abrupt disqualifications, and alleged manipulation of selection lists.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Africa's biometric-ID systems blocking millions from fundamental rights and services

Millions of citizens across Africa are unable to access essential services to which they are entitled to, a report has revealed.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Veteran actor, writer and lecturer David Mulwa is dead

Veteran Kenyan actor, writer and university lecturer David Mulwa dies while receiving treatment.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

US-based Tanzania activist protests after Meta deletes Instagram accounts

The activist on Thursday wrote an urgent letter to United States President Donald Trump, accusing Meta of unjustly shutting down her social-media accounts.

By Boniface Mithika, Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

From lending to loan repayment history, bank CEO's call for SME governance reforms

Borrowers with strong repayment records will soon enjoy cheaper loans and better access to credit under Kenya's new loan pricing formula, bank CEO's have said.

By Patrick Vidija, Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Somalia President Mohamud lauds country's unified digital identity system

President Mohamud emphasised the need to align national systems with global standards as Somalia advances toward constitutional completion and universal suffrage.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Huawei banks on new technology to deliver smarter living solutions

The latest lineup of next-generation wearables and tablet technology bring smarter, healthier and more connected living to users across multiple operating systems.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

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Digital taxi drivers win fight for new rates as strike disrupts market

The Ministry of Transport on Tuesday directed the digital taxi app owners to improve the rates to align with the pricing advisory issued by the Automobile Association of Kenya in 2023.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

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Ruto: 'I am deep rooted in ODM'

President Ruto said his political journey has deep roots in ODM, where he was not only a founding member, but also a deputy party leader.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Why banks must embrace digital lending to protect customers

SBM Bank CEO Bhartesh Shah says mushrooming digital lenders have taken advantage of the vulnerability of those seeking convenience by burdening them with expensive loan facilities.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Health Ministry launches registration for Nairobi Half Marathon ahead of World AIDS day

Medical Services PS said the marathon will not only be a sporting event but a momentous platform in the national and global efforts to end AIDS-related deaths by 2030.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Somali banks on Port of Mogadishu to push 24hr-economy plan

The 24hr operations will not only offer employment opportunities to the country's youth but also aims at improving port services to ensure it becomes a competitive harbor.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Atwoli calls for renewed commitment to social justice and decent life for all

COTU boss Francis Atwoli has called on global labour movements to rethink new strategies aimed at renewing commitment to social justice, democracy and decent life for all.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Health Ministry and Treasury seek collaboration to fast-track UHC implementation

The discussions centred on securing sustainable budgetary support for strategic health programmes designed to enhance service delivery, improve efficiency, and ensure the long-term sustainability.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

KTDA refutes claims of mismanagement of Sh1.3 billion contributed by farmers

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has refuted claims that over Sh1 billion contributed by farmers has been mismanaged.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

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From wheelbarrow to boda boda, Ruto unveils another Sh5 billion youth empowerment plan

Ruto on Friday said the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement programme is a Sh5 billion partnership deal between his government and the World Bank.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

MP Farah threatens court action over 'selective' state brutality compensation

The MP said the move to only compensate victims up to the year 2017, while excluding survivors of earlier atrocities such as the Wagalla Massacre of 1984 is 'discriminatory and selective'.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

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Friends no more? The power and property wars dividing Quaker Church

The Quaker tradition emphasises equality, simplicity and peaceful resolution of disputes.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Trump demands release of 20 hostages, 38 bodies

Trump said instead of the UN giving in to Hamas's ransom demands, any country that wants peace should be united with one message of calling on the group to release the hostages.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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From faulty escalator to bad teleprompter, Trump scolds UN for 'not helping'

Trump said the escalator was in a bad shape that if the First Lady was not in great shape, she would have fallen.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

What next for Israel as world leaders push for Palestinian Statehood

The Two-State Solution outlines political, humanitarian, and security steps to be taken on a time-bound and irreversible basis.

By Patrick Vidija and Agencies 4 months ago

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Why Kenyan force in Haiti might not come back

US and Panama had worked with Haiti to introduce a UN Security Council resolution to establish a larger gang-suppression force with a broader mandate and a UN support office for Haiti.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Bribery during KDF and Police recruitment is a crime, state warns

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura on Monday warned that perpetrators of such acts will be dealt with in accordance with law.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Kenyan force in Haiti change tact to find missing officer

Multinational Security Support (MSS) Force commander Godfrey Otunge said all the necessary measures have been put in place to locate the officer.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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How e-Commerce is reshaping shopping in Kenya

For Abdimalik, e-commerce is more than a business idea; it is a response to the growing demand for convenience among Kenya's expanding digital generation.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

EAC regional broadcasting satellite initiative endorsed at key ICT meet

The discussions centered on the ICT Infrastructure Development Cluster which focuses on cross-border telecom connectivity, mobile service integration and digital public service delivery.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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15 months of maternity leave? Why every woman wants to work in Belgium

According to the report, Belgian women hold 36 per cent of management positions while benefiting from generous 15-month maternal leave policies.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

AI makes mistakes, journalists told

While AI will not replace human journalists, the technology is largely assistive and can be utilised to boost efficiency in news-gathering, packaging, and dissemination.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Somalia introduces eVisas from Sept 1

The new system aims to eliminate paperwork and long waits, offering a fast, transparent and reliable process that places Somalia among countries using modern e-visa systems.

By Patrick Vidija 5 months ago

Somalia President Mohamud, chief of police register as voters

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud officially registered as a voter for the country's planned 2026 one-person, one-vote election slated for May 2026.

By Patrick Vidija 5 months ago

TVET students urged to register for ICT global competition

Muoria said it is a shining example of the positive impact that public-private partnerships can have on education and youth empowerment.

By Patrick Vidija and Beverly Nyaboke 5 months ago

TVET students urged to register for 2026 ICT global competition

"ICT is no longer just a support function, it is central to our manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, logistics, and financial sectors"

By Patrick Vidija and Beverly Nyaboke 5 months ago

Mortgage company lauded for revolutionising affordable housing

The company has been cited for its catalytic impact in housing finance and alignment with national development goals.

By Patrick Vidija 5 months ago

'EmpowerED for Life': Campaign to sensitise on erectile dysfunction launched

Dubbed 'EmpowerEd for life', the campaign seeks to shift the narrative around Erectile Dysfunction from stigma to support by fostering open conversations, promoting accurate information.

By Patrick Vidija 5 months ago

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'Sleepy no more': Inside Konza's new game plan to attract investors

Konza Technopolis, the government's flagship project, is being developed as a science park and innovation hub within the country's largest smart city.

By Patrick Vidija and Teresia Karanja 6 months ago

National Assembly biggest hinderance to devolution, CoG says

The Council of Governors has accused the National Assembly of being the biggest hindrance to devolution.

By Patrick Vidija 6 months ago