Kenya government has unveiled a new strategy to strengthen grassroots intelligence by recruiting boda boda riders as security informants, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo announced. Speaking on 18 April in Kisumu County after a consultative meeting with stakeholders from the boda boda sector, Omollo said the move is aimed at enhancing collaboration between the transport…
Orange Democratic Movement leader Oburu Odinga has rejected calls for the resignation of trade and energy cabinet secretaries, saying due process must guide accountability in the ongoing fuel scandal. Speaking during a radio interview on Sunday, 19 April 2026, Oburu said demands for the removal of Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui and Energy Cabinet Secretary…
Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has stepped up diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the long-running conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, hosting high-level meetings with international and regional peace actors. Kenyatta convened the talks at his private residence in Gatundu, Kiambu County, as part of renewed attempts to stabilize a region plagued by decades…
Fresh cracks have emerged within the Orange Democratic Movement over its continued cooperation with the Kenya Kwanza administration, as disagreements over electoral zoning intensify ahead of the 2027 General Election. The simmering tensions came into sharp focus during separate political and empowerment events held in Migori and Homa Bay counties, where leaders publicly differed on…
Egypt has sharply condemned Israel appointment of a diplomatic envoy to Somaliland, calling the move unlawful and a breach of international norms as tensions escalate over the disputed region status. Speaking on Saturday, Egypt Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Cairo rejects Israel recognition of Somaliland, describing the step as a “flagrant violation” of international law….
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has registered 1,370,930 new voters since the launch of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration exercise on 30 March 2026, marking a significant increase in Kenya’s national voter roll. The latest figures released on Friday show a steady surge in registrations across the country, reflecting growing public engagement in the…
Somalia has issued a sharp warning to Israel over potential restrictions on access to the strategic Bab el-Mandeb, escalating diplomatic tensions tied to Israel recent engagement with Somaliland. The warning came from Somalia ambassador to Ethiopia and the African Union, Abdullahi Warfa, who said Friday that Mogadishu could consider limiting access to the key maritime…
The Democratic Republic of Congo is on track to become sub-Saharan Africa’s fifth-largest economy in 2026, overtaking Ethiopia in a shift that reflects changing economic dynamics across the continent. According to projections by the International Monetary Fund, Congo’s gross domestic product is expected to reach about $123 billion this year, narrowly surpassing Ethiopia’s estimated $122…
The Kenya Revenue Authority has abolished the long-standing requirement for filing Nil Returns, replacing it with a new “PIN with No Obligation” status in a move aimed at easing compliance for individuals without taxable income. The policy shift marks a significant overhaul of Kenya’s tax administration system, targeting taxpayers who are registered but not actively…
The Odinga family has transferred its 35% stake in fuel dealer Be Energy to an offshore entity registered in the British Virgin Islands, according to newly filed regulatory documents, marking a significant shift in the ownership structure of one of Kenya’s fast growing oil marketers. The shares, previously held through the family investment vehicle Pan…
