African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
The standoff over the Little Theatre Club land in Mombasa is far from resolved, despite claims by the government that an agreement has already been reached between Mombasa creatives and Kenya Railways. Speaking on the matter, Principal Secretary in the State Department for Transport, Mohamed Daghar, said a nine-member taskforce formed last week to address […]
Mombasa, Kenya – The Archbishop of Mombasa, Most Rev. Martin Kivuva, has warmly welcomed the appointment of Bishop Dominic Kimengich as the Coadjutor Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mombasa by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The appointment, officially announced on 28 January 2026, marks a significant pastoral transition for one of Kenya’s metropolitan sees and […]
Nairobi, Kenya — Kenya’s Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) is considering tough punitive measures, including the temporary suspension of county funding, after several governors repeatedly failed to honour parliamentary summons—raising fresh concerns about accountability within the country’s devolved system of governance. The standoff underscores growing tensions between political autonomy at the county level and […]
Across Africa’s legislative chambers, some of the most consequential decisions are shaped far from the glare of plenary debates and live television coverage. They are forged instead in structured parliamentary retreats—quiet, strategic spaces where lawmakers step back from partisan contestation to reflect, realign, and reset national legislative priorities. As Kenya’s National Assembly begins a five-day […]
The conclusion of the inaugural PGK Equator Tour has been hailed as a defining moment in Kenya’s sporting evolution, with the government reaffirming its commitment to nurturing talent and positioning the country as a competitive force on the global golf stage. Speaking during the grand finale held on Sunday at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club, […]
Summary The ODPC has received 9,061 complaints, with 357 cases heard and determined and 134 enforcement notices issued. The Commission has also issued 184 compensation orders, resolved 84 cases through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), and imposed 20 penalty notices to ensure compliance. Kassait noted that many complaints involve school-going children, terming this a major concern. […]
Nyeri County, Kenya – Kenyan Former Interior Cabinet Secretary and Jubilee Party Deputy Leader Dr. Fred Matiang’i has sharply condemned the violent incident that disrupted a church service at Wairima ACK Church in Othaya, Nyeri County, describing it as a dangerous affront to democracy, human rights, and the sanctity of places of worship. The incident, […]
Mwea, Kenya — Rice farmers in Mwea and other major production areas have received a major boost after cooperatives confirmed that all locally produced rice delivered has been fully taken up and paid for, easing fears of stock accumulation and delayed payments that have previously affected the sector. This assurance was given during a high-level visit […]
Pupils in marginalised parts of Meru, Isiolo and Laikipia counties are studying in permanent, well-equipped classrooms for the first time after 28 public schools benefited from new learning facilities under a public-private partnership spearheaded by Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. At Rugusu Primary School in Buuri Constituency, Meru County, learners who previously studied in overcrowded or semi-permanent […]
Nairobi — Principal Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Shadrack Mwadime has challenged Kenyan youth to embrace unity and purpose as a pathway to transforming the country into a first-world economy. Speaking during a UDA Kumi Bila Break Movement breakfast meeting held in Nairobi, PS Mwadime called on emerging political youth movements and initiatives to […]
