Kagwe backs local sugar farmers
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has announced that the government will not issue any new sugar import licences, citing sufficient local production to meet national demand. Speaking at Kilimo House on Thursday during a consultative meeting with…
Ruto Declares Security Officers Professionals
President William Ruto has told Kenyans to drop the “watchman” label, insisting that private security personnel must be recognized as trained professionals, not casual guards. Speaking during a meeting with security officials at State House, Ruto said…
Springboks and All Black unveil global rugby tour.
South Africa’s Springboks and New Zealand’s All Blacks have announced a new international rugby tour aimed at expanding one of the sport’s greatest rivalries to a global audience. The tour will feature several Test matches, including a…
Eve Muirhead returns from retirement with 2030 Olympics in site competitions
Olympic curling champion Eve Muirhead has announced her return from retirement, saying she will compete in mixed doubles with the goal of qualifying for the 2030 Winter Olympics. The Scottish curler said she remains motivated and believes she can compete…
Kenya wins three medals at World U20 Athletics Championship
Kenya made an impressive start to the World U20 Athletics Championships, winning three medals on the opening day to boost hopes of another successful campaign. The medals came through strong performances by the country’s young athletes, underlining…
Media council warns politicians against using media houses as hideouts
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has cautioned political leaders against using media houses as places of refuge to evade law enforcement, saying newsrooms must remain neutral spaces dedicated to journalism. In a statement issued on Thursday, MCK Chief…
Murkomen accuses Gachagua of incitement as political tensions rise
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of using inflammatory political rhetoric that could undermine national unity as political activities ahead of the 2027 General Election intensify. In a…
CMA approves Absa Asset Management
Absa Asset Management has received approval from the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) to launch two global multi-asset special funds.The regulator approved the Absa Global Multi-Asset Special Fund (KES) and the Absa Global Multi-Asset Special Fund (USD)…
SC Villa Captain Killed
Uganda is mourning the tragic death of national footballer David Owori, who died after being attacked by suspected robbers near his home in Kampala. Police said the 27-year-old was assaulted on Tuesday night after reportedly resisting an attempt to steal…
Caroline Wambugu promotion at Safaricon
Safaricom has promoted Caroline Wambugu to Group Lead for Finance Controls, Performance and Investor Relations, expanding her responsibilities across the telecommunications firm’s finance function. Wambugu will now oversee financial controlling,…