President urges diplomats to leverage improved economic gains to expand Kenya's global influence amid shifting international order. President William Ruto has urged Kenyan diplomats to step up efforts to promote the country's economic and strategic interests abroad, citing improved economic stability and growing investor confidence as a foundation for stronger global
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Heavy Rains Forecast Across Kenya During Idd Weekend
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a nationwide alert warning of heavy rainfall expected over the Idd-ul-Fitr weekend, urging Kenyans to remain cautious as adverse weather conditions persist into early next week. According to the forecast, rainfall is set to intensify from Friday through Monday before easing slightly on Tuesday. However,
CAF Decision to Award AFCON 2025 Title to Morocco Sparks Outrage in Senegal
A senior official from African football's governing body has condemned the decision to revoke Senegal's title for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, describing it as "abject" and emphasizing the need for denunciation. Senegal triumphed over Morocco 1-0 in the final held in January, but the Confederation of African Football
Morocco Awarded AFCON 2025 Title After Senegal Forfeit Decision
Morocco has been officially declared the winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) overturned the final result due to Senegal's controversial walk-off.In a match held on January 18, Senegal initially defeated Morocco 1-0, but the game was marred when Senegalese players
Aga Khan Fund to Sell Nation Media Group Stake to Rostam Azizi
The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) will sell its entire stake in NPRT Holdings Africa Limited, the majority shareholder of Nation Media Group (NMG), ending a 66-year partnership with one of East Africa's leading media organizations.On March 10, 2026, AKFED announced it had agreed to transfer its 100%
Albert Maloba Receives HE For SHE of the Year 2026/2027 Award, Aims to Accelerate Gender Equality Movement
In a ceremony marking International Women’s Day, Albert Maloba received the HE For SHE of the Year 2026/2027 award at the Jamhuri Leadership Awards, a recognition he accepted with humility and a pledge to advance the rights and empowerment of women and girls. While addressing the audience, Mr. Maloba highlighted the
East Africa Adopts Lenacapavir Injectable HIV Prevention
Several East African nations have announced plans to implement Lenacapavir, the biannual injectable HIV prevention drug, shortly after Kenya initiated its rollout.Kenya became the first East African country to offer Lenacapavir, distributing 21,000 doses at the Riruta Health Centre on February 26.Following Kenya's lead, Uganda received its first shipment and
Muhoozi Kainerugaba Wins African Defence Leadership Award
The African Leadership Organisation awarded General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces – UPDF and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, with the Special African Leadership Award for Defence and National Security Excellence at the 15th African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year Awards in Accra, Ghana.Held at the luxurious
COMESA Approves Vodacom’s 15% Safaricom Stake Deal
The COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission (CCCC) has approved Vodacom's acquisition of a 15% stake in Safaricom, affirming that the transaction does not threaten competition in Kenya or the broader regional market.In its assessment released on March 3, 2026, the regulator indicated that markets in Kenya and across COMESA remain
