Wandayi Outlines Kenya's Plans to Start Exporting Oil

Kenya’s plans to become an oil producer are gaining momentum, with the government targeting the end of next year to start commercial production. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi revealed that the state is keen to move past the exploration phase and …

Mount Kenya's 'downtrodden desperadoes' looking for a new liberator

Central Bank of Kenya raises KSh 57 billion in oversubscribed June bills sale

The CBK raised KSh 57.39 billion in its Treasury bills auction on June 6, 2025, significantly surpassing its KSh 24 billion target The 364-day Treasury bill was the most oversubscribed, attracting KSh 43 billion in bids against a KSh 10 billion offer, with …

British ‘service person’ arrested on suspicion of ‘raping’ woman near army training camp in Kenya

A BRITISH "service person" has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of raping a woman near an army training camp in Kenya. The alleged rape happened last month, with the man arrested after a group of soldiers visited a bar in the area near the …

Kenya Kwanza leaders condemn opposition for promoting divisive politics

 Kenya Kwanza leaders, led by Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, have launched a sustained attack on the opposition, accusing it of promoting hatred and tribalism ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking …

Iranian storyteller Bahareh Jahandoost performs naqqali sessions in Kenya

TEHRAN – Acclaimed Iranian naqqal Bahareh Jahandoost participated in the 15th International Sigana International Storytelling Festival, which was held in Kenya from June 1 to 8, and performed narratives from Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh (Book of Kings). The …

British 'service person' is arrested on suspicion of rape near UK Army camp in Kenya where 'soldier murdered a local ...

By JORDANA SEAL Published: 11:39 EDT, 8 June 2025 | Updated: 13:07 EDT, 8 June 2025 A British 'service person' who has been accused of rape near a British Army training camp in Kenya has been arrested.  The alleged rape happened last month close to …

Kenya: Oceans key to sustaining human life, drive economic growth: UNEP official

Kenya - June 08, 2025 A United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) official highlighted the critical role oceans play in sustaining human life and driving economic growth, as Sunday marked World Oceans Day. Sheila Aggarwal-Khan, director of UNEP’s Industry …

British soldier accused of rape arrested in Kenya

NAIROBI - A British soldier in Kenya has been arrested on rape allegations, the UK defence ministry said Sunday, confirming a BBC report. "We can confirm the arrest of a service person in Kenya," a ministry spokesperson told AFP, adding that no …

Ruto, Gachagua differ over Kenya’s Transformation Path

NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 8 – President William Ruto has restated his administration’s commitment to transforming Kenya and uplifting all citizens. Speaking in Makadara Church of Christ in Africa, the President noted that initiatives like the Affordable Housing …