Govt exploring investment pathways for Kenyans in diaspora to send money home

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 5 – The government is empowering Kenyans in the diaspora to thrive and contribute to national growth. President William Ruto says the government has streamlined diaspora services, reduced passport processing time from three...

Hard-hitting Makokha focuses on nothing else but gold medal

Kenya’s Isaac Makokha in past action at Muthaiga Golf club. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya deaf golf ace Isaac Makokha has vowed that he is going for nothing else but gold in the Tokyo 2025 Summer Deaflympics set for Japan on November 15-26. The...

A new shift in Kenyan politics as 2027 elections attract artists, comedians and musicians

Kenya’s 2027 general election is beginning to take shape long before the official campaign period begins, and a surprising wave is emerging, entertainers are stepping into politics. Musicians, comedians and social media personalities who once...

Govt to clear Sh7.7bn varsity staff pay arrears in phases, Mbadi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 5 – The government will settle the outstanding Sh7.76 billion owed to public university staff under the 2017–2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) in phases over the next three years, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi...

Naibois bounce back to winning ways in style

Nairobi United midfielder Shami Kibwana in action during their SportPesa Premier League match against Sofapaka at Dandora Stadium on November 1. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Nairobi United bounced back to winning ways after humbling Bandari 3-1 in a...

Kenya's Ministry of Trade launches report showing Kenya's best, worst counties to invest in

The Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI) has revealed the best places to invest in Kenya The report noted that the best investment destinations have strong performance, benefiting from robust infrastructure and a skilled workforce On...

Kenya to Grow 5% in 2025 Says NCBA as Private Credit & Fiscal Support Rise

The outlook shared during the NCBA Economic Forum held at the Nairobi Serena Hotel, which brought together policymakers, economists, and industry leaders, discussed how Kenya can strengthen its resilience in a shifting global environment. NCBA...

Kenya's investment sector rebounds as Dominic Kiarie's Jubilee hits $130m in retail assets

Launched just 34 months ago in December 2022, the company’s retail investment funds, comprising the Jubilee Money Market Fund (KES and USD) and the Jubilee Fixed Income Fund, have grown over 1,000-fold, an achievement that cements its place among...

John Okoth to captain Shujaa Morans ahead of Zambezi Sevens

Kenya Sevens' John Okoth during the World Rugby Challenger Series. [World Rugby] Kenya Sevens’ second side, the Morans, will be led by John Okoth as they head to Zimbabwe for this year’s Zambezi Sevens tournament. Head coach Kevin Wambua confirmed...

Lionesses duo to miss Africa Cup Sevens as Odongo banks on squad depth

Kenya Lionesses player Janet Okello in action in a previous tournament/FILE Kenya Lionesses stars Stella Wafula and Diana Owino will miss the Africa Cup Sevens scheduled for November 14–17 at the RFUEA Ground due to club commitments. Interim head...

Kenya eyes Danish model to strengthen wastewater management

Kenya seeks to adopt lessons from Denmark’s renowned wastewater management system to improve efficiency, transparency, and consumer protection in the country’s water sector. The initiative follows a benchmarking visit to Copenhagen by Water,...

Local finance sector faces skills and technology gaps

Kenya’s finance and accounting sector is grappling with deep-seated challenges, including skills shortages, slow technology adoption and weak governance structures, issues that experts say threatens the country’s ability to achieve sustainable...

Kenya’s resilient democracy: Balancing power and accountability

Kenya is a resilient democracy that has been able to endure considerable challenges to its democratic institutions (Cheeseman et al, 2020; Mueller, 2014a), securing its place as a key player in Africa. Despite facing multiple challenges, including...

Landslide leaves at least 21 dead in western Kenya

At least 20 people have died and more than 30 others remain unaccounted for after a landslide in Kenya’s western Rift Valley region. Heavy rains have battered the area for days with the Kenyan Red Cross saying that the most affected areas are...

Kenya’s James Mwangi leads Equity Group to a staggering $405m profit in just 3 months

The surge, according to the Group, reflects strong regional performance, improved efficiency, and easing global economic pressures that have stabilized Africa’s financial environment. “Our Q3 performance reflects the strength of our diversified...

Kenya’s food prices slightly ease as October inflation remains at 4.6 pct

Kenya’s overall inflation rate remained unchanged at 4.6 per cent in October 2025, as slight drops in the prices of key household food items helped offset increases in others, according to the latest Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS)...

Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya sheds a tear after competing in the 2025 New York Marathon

Kenya Launches National AI Skilling Alliance To Build Future-Ready Workforce And Boost Innovation

Kenya has launched the Kenya Artificial Intelligence Skilling Alliance (KAISA), a national platform designed to coordinate AI talent development, innovation programs, and policy collaboration. The initiative, led by the Kenya Private Sector...

Kenya’s internet ad market to be world's fastest growing

Kenya’s internet advertising market is projected to reach an annual compound growth rate of 16%, generating $470 million in revenue by 2029, according to PwC’s latest African media and entertainment outlook. The estimate would make Kenya the...

Kenya U17 discover group stage opponents for AFCON CECAFA qualifiers

Kenya’s U17 boys’ national team, the Junior Stars, will begin their hunt for a place at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in a tough Group A alongside hosts Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, and Rwanda. The draw for the zonal qualifiers was...