The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) faced scrutiny on Wednesday over financial discrepancies in its audited accounts for the 2020/2021 and 2021/2022 fiscal years. During a session with the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Commercial Affairs and Energy, Members of Parliament questioned KeNHA Director-General Eng. Kungu Ndungu and his team about why Kes.128 million…
PHOTO | BBC The owners of a container ship that crashed into Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge have been ordered to pay the US government more than $100m (£77.1m) in damages, the US justice department has announced. Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited, the companies that owned and operated the Dali have…
A new report reveals that most Kenyans are increasingly turning to refurbished second-hand smartphones as the prices of new devices continue to soar. Launched on Tuesday, the GSMA Digital Penetration Report cites a survey indicating that over half of the respondents prefer used phones. “Sixty percent of the survey respondents indicated a preference for second-hand…
Over 200 people have been rendered homeless following a fire at Maina slums on the outskirts of Nyahururu town. Residents, led by Nyumba Kumi Chairman Macharia Kahwai, reported that the fire started in one of the wooden houses under unknown circumstances. Kahwai noted that residents attempted to salvage their belongings, but the fire, which broke…
Imelda Adhiambo Oduor, who died in hospital following respiratory failure, was buried in an emotional ceremony The 34-year-old girl left behind four young children following her sudden death after being in and out of hospital seeking treatment Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Sarah Elizabeth Metho, Adiambo's sister, said the family struggled to find money to pay for…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will begin monitoring all locally assembled and imported mobile phones sold in Kenya starting January 1, 2025, to ensure tax compliance. The Communication Authority of Kenya (CA) announced new regulations mandating manufacturers, importers, retailers, and mobile network operators to upload the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of all devices…
A three-judge bench hearing the case challenging the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua is today expected to rule on whether to grant or dismiss Gachagua’s application requesting the judges to disqualify themselves from the case. Gachagua’s lawyers argue that the judges are biased and have conflicts of interest. They linked one Judge to President William Ruto,…
Harambee Stars winger Adam Wilson shines to help The New Saints make UEFA Europa Conference League history. Harambee Stars winger Adam Wilson helped The New Saints make history by becoming the first domestic Welsh club to win in the league or group stage of a major European competition courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Astana…
Nairobi County’s Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria continues to do the lord’s work after discovering “smocha” trolleys stored in public toilets along Thika Road. The popular trolleys, used to sell street snacks like smokies, kebabs, boiled eggs, and chapatis, were found in unsanitary conditions, sparking concern among the public. The social media-savvy officer made the…
AFDB representatives attending the COP 16 in Cali, Colombia The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) are partnering to establish an Africa Biodiversity Finance Platform. This initiative aims to support African countries in accessing natural capital and biodiversity finance to implement the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. It also comes as…
On Friday, October 25, Kenyan newspapers reported that retired president Uhuru Kenyatta returned to the public eye after weeks of speculation about his health. Daily newspapers also investigated the case of the former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua and why he is demanding the resignation of Judge Anthony Mrima. Kenyan newspaper headlines Friday, October 25. Photo/screen:…
The former Tusker tactician replaces Kenya Kenyatta who was relieved of his duties after a string of poor performances Kakamega Homeboyz have appointed Francis Baraza as head coach to replace Ken Kenyatta on a six-month contract. The former Kenya Police tactician signed the short term deal with the 2022/2023 FKF Cup champions this week, and…
Kenya has scheduled a series of campaign events for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as he seeks to chair the African Union Commission (AUC). The official launch of his candidacy will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on November 8. Odinga’s campaign secretariat is currently preparing for the event at the African Union (AU) headquarters…
Kenya is among the beneficiaries of the Kunming Biodiversity Fund, unveiled at the ongoing United Nations Biodiversity Conference 2024 (COP 16) in Cali, Colombia. The Kunming Biodiversity Fund Executive Council has approved nine small-scale projects across six continents, supporting 15 developing nations. Led by Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UNEP; Huang Runqiu, Minister of Environment…
Gerald Mwangi, nicknamed Mwas or Makanga Bae, was buried emotionally in Kirinyanga county Pictures from the funeral showed mourners surrounding his grave and singing in his honour The funeral activity was shrouded in controversy due to allegations of embezzlement of funeral funds Drama erupted at the funeral of Gerald Mwangi, the Super Metro matatu conductor,…