Ruto pushes Vision 2060 agenda
President William Ruto is pushing for a new long-term development framework dubbed Kenya Vision 2060, saying the country needs to plan beyond the current development realities. Ruto says Kenya must prepare for major changes brought about by technology,…
Ruaraka Bill Comes Due
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched a fresh bid to recover Sh1.5 billion paid out in compensation for the controversial Ruaraka land, targeting 25 individuals and companies linked to the transaction. The Commission has issued…
Uhuru-Ruto Rift Reignited
President William Ruto has launched a fresh attack on his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing the former Head of State of backing opposition leaders ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a public address in Uasin Gishu County, President…
Interim dividend raised by 50%
KCB Group has raised its interim dividend by 50% to Ksh3 per share after reporting a 14% increase in net profit to Ksh36.9 billion for the six months ended June 2026. The dividend will see the lender distribute Ksh9.64 billion to shareholders, up from…
Kenya to IMF
Kenya has revived talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a new financing programme, a move that could bring fresh loans but also tougher economic conditions for taxpayers. IMF is expected to send a team to Nairobi to discuss a possible new…
A Rare Dance in the Sky
Millions of people across the United Kingdom and Europe turned their eyes to the skies on Wednesday to witness the region’s most spectacular solar eclipse in nearly three decades. Skywatchers in the UK experienced a partial solar eclipse, with the…
Ichung’wah dismisses UDA defections
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has dismissed the growing movement of politicians from the ruling United Democratic Alliance, UDA, to Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party, DCP, saying the defections do not threaten the…
Xavi Takes Oranje Reins.
Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernández has been appointed head coach of the Netherlands, taking charge of the national team on a contract that runs through the 2030 World Cup. The 46-year-old Spaniard replaces Ronald Koeman and becomes the first foreign…
Malawi Shocks Africa, Qualifies.
Malawi’s historic qualification for the 2027 Women’s World Cup has provided a major boost to women’s football in the country, while also strengthening Malawi Football Association president Fleetwood Haiya’s support for FIFA…
Bangladesh Ambush Australia Early.
Bangladesh’s pace attack ripped through Australia’s top order on Thursday, leaving the hosts struggling at 74 for four at lunch on the opening day of the first Test in Darwin. The Bangladesh bowlers produced an extraordinary opening session…