African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
State House, Nairobi – President William Ruto has lauded Major (Rtd) Marsden Madoka as a true embodiment of patriotism and public service, during the official launch of his memoir “At The Ready” — a compelling chronicle of courage, leadership, and devotion to Kenya. “Major (Rtd) Madoka has truly lived up to the spirit of his […]
Kilifi, Kenya – President William Ruto has assured global and local investors that Kenya offers a predictable and secure investment climate in its Special Economic Zones (SEZs), backed by clear policies and stable laws. Speaking on Tuesday during a panel discussion after presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony of the 2,000-acre Vipingo Special Economic Zone in […]
MOMBASA, Kenya – With just weeks to go before the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) marks its 20th anniversary, internal cracks are threatening to derail the celebrations and unsettle the party’s standing ahead of the 2027 general election. The long-standing opposition party, known for its charismatic leadership and strong grassroots following, is facing a fierce internal […]
In Summary In a judgment delivered on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled that the regulations, which included amendments across several areas of the mining framework, were passed in violation of constitutional principles on transparency and public participation. The decision follows a petition filed by the Kenya Chamber of Mines, which moved to […]
Mombasa, Kenya – Chief of Staff Felix Koskei has called on universities to play a greater role in addressing national challenges by translating research into practical solutions. Speaking during the Commercial and Entrepreneurial Institutions Leaders (CEIL) Summit in Mombasa, Koskei urged closer collaboration between academia, county governments, the national government, and the private sector. “For […]
Nairobi, Kenya – Kenya has unveiled a sweeping set of reforms aimed at securing the future of its globally renowned wildlife heritage. The Wildlife Conservation and Management (Access and Conservation) (Fees) Regulations, 2025, were officially launched today by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), marking what officials described as a “decisive moment” in the nation’s conservation journey. […]
More than 5,000 vulnerable residents of Bungoma County have benefitted from the distribution of productive assets under the USAID 4TheChild initiative, a program designed to empower households through education support and income-generating activities. Speaking during the exercise at the County Headquarters, Governor Kenneth Lusaka commended USAID 4TheChild for its unwavering commitment to uplifting marginalized groups […]
Kenya Revenue Authority has thwarts Kshs 123 million tax fraud involving irregular clearance of 161 containers of rice at one of the Container Freight Stations (CFSs) in Mombasa. The irregular clearance occurred between 1st August and 23rd August 2025 according to the kenya Revenue Authority however, the anomaly was detected through routine audit checks, prompting […]
Mombasa, Kenya – President William Ruto has announced that healthcare workers employed under the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) programme on temporary contracts will now transition to permanent and pensionable terms. Speaking at the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital in Mombasa on Thursday, the President issued employment letters to the first batch of workers, signalling […]
Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) has pledged its full support for the rollout of the Electronic Government Procurement System (e-GP), hailing it as a landmark reform that will transform the country’s procurement sector by embedding transparency, accountability, and efficiency. Speaking in Nairobi during the release of a press statement, KISM […]
