Kenya: News
30 Apr 2025
Abu DhabiGates Foundation announces $500M fund for Africa: What's the purpose?
A group of philanthropic organizations, including the Gates Foundation, has created a $500 million fund to improve maternal and newborn health in sub-Saharan Africa.
28 Feb 2025
AppleApple sued over 'misleading' carbon neutrality claims for its smartwatches
Apple is being sued by seven of its smartwatch customers, who accuse the tech giant of making deceptive claims about the carbon neutrality of select models.
11 Feb 2025
Africa5 billion people globally lack access to medical oxygen: Report
Nearly two-thirds of the world's population, or about five billion people, do not have access to a critical healthcare resource—medical oxygen, a report by The Lancet stated.
17 Dec 2024
IranExplained: Russia plans visa-free entry for Indians from 2025
Starting spring 2025, Russia will allow Indian tourists to visit the country visa-free.
05 Dec 2024
Bollywood₹2,000cr drug case that kept Mamta Kulkarni away from India
Popular Bollywood actor Mamta Kulkarni, who featured in films like Karan Arjun and Sabse Bada Khiladi, returned to India after 25 years recently.
24 Nov 2024
Adani GroupAdani Group denies entering into contract to operate Kenyan airport
The Adani Group has denied allegations that it had signed a binding agreement to operate Kenya's main airport.
01 Oct 2024
Adani GroupWhistleblower fears for life after exposing Adani's Kenyan airport deal
Nelson Amenya, the whistleblower who spilled the beans on confidential talks about a possible takeover of Kenya's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by Adani Group, is now worried about his safety.
10 Sep 2024
WorldEx-partner accused of killing Ugandan athlete Cheptegei dies from burns
Dickson Ndiema Marangach, the former partner of Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, has died from burn injuries sustained during an attack on Cheptegei.
08 Sep 2024
Adani GroupAdani Group establishes subsidiary in China for supply chain solutions
Adani Group, a leading Indian conglomerate, has established a new subsidiary in China.
06 Sep 2024
WorldKenya school fire kills 17 students, injures 13
A fire at the Hillside Endarasha Primary School in Nyeri County, Kenya, has claimed the lives of 17 students and left 13 others severely burned.
02 Sep 2024
RobotsKenya's first robot-staffed cafe is a hit, attracting visitors
In Nairobi, Kenya's capital and the heart of East Africa's tech hub known as the Silicon Savanna, a unique dining experience is captivating locals and tourists alike.
15 Aug 2024
AfricaWHO declares mpox a global public health emergency
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC), its highest level of alert, due to a new variant of the mpox viral disease in Africa.
08 Aug 2024
AfricaWHO's emergency meeting on monkeypox: All you need to know
The World Health Organization (WHO) is considering declaring an international public health emergency over the escalating monkeypox outbreak in Africa.
18 Jul 2024
AfricaExplore wildlife safaris near Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya's bustling capital, is not just an urban hub but also a gateway to some of Africa's most thrilling wildlife experiences.
30 May 2024
Bigg Boss 13'Cultural clashes': Nikhil Patel confirms separation from Dalljiet Kaur
Nikhil Patel, a Kenya-based businessman and the estranged husband of Bigg Boss 13 fame Dalljiet Kaur has finally spoken out about their separation and the allegations of an extramarital affair.
24 May 2024
Joe BidenBiden calls Harris President, expresses frustration at press conference
During a joint press conference with Kenyan President William Ruto, United States President Joe Biden expressed his frustration with the White House press corps.
21 Mar 2024
Travel And TourismThrilling safari in Maasai Mara, Kenya: Top recommendations
The Maasai Mara in Kenya is a celebrated wildlife reserve, hosting a significant population of lions, elephants, leopards, and cheetahs.
02 Feb 2024
WorldGas explosion in Nairobi: 2 dead, over 222 injured
Two people were killed and at least 222 injured in a gas explosion in Nairobi, Kenya.
25 Apr 2023
WorldStarve-to-meet-Jesus cult case: 83 bodies found in Kenyan pastor's land
The police on Tuesday recovered 10 more bodies from mass graves in Shakahola forest near the coastal town of Malindi, Kenya, taking the death toll to 83, reported AFP.
13 Apr 2023
Travel And TourismYou just can't miss out on these souvenirs from Kenya
Kenya, with enough land dedicated to wildlife, is the perfect place to have an ultimate safari experience.
26 Sep 2022
Travel And TourismCheck-in at these 5 unique accommodations in Kenya
Kenya is famed for its stunning landscapes and expansive wildlife preserves.
15 Sep 2022
AfricaKenya: Elephants, stuck in mud for 2 days, finally rescued
For two elephants in Kenya, a mere water drinking trip turned into a near-death experience as they got stuck in a pool of mud.
28 Jan 2022
NigeriaItel A58 series launched with quad-core UNISOC SoC, 4000mAh battery
Chinese smartphone maker Itel recently launched its budget-friendly A58 series, comprising the A58 and A58 Pro, in several markets, including Nigeria and Kenya.
12 Oct 2019
SportsEliud Kipchoge scripts historical marathon record: Details here
Kenya runner Eliud Kipchoge scripted a historic record when he managed to break the two-hour barrier in marathon, as he did complete a run in Vienna in under two hours.
11 Jul 2019
Narendra ModiKenya MP repays 30-year-old Rs. 200 debt to Aurangabad grocer
On Monday, Aurangabad-resident Kashinath Gawli (70) had an odd visitor: Kenya MP Richard Tong'i.
10 Mar 2019
Addis AbabaEthiopian Airlines crash: All 157 on board killed, claims report
On Sunday, an Ethiopian Airlines flight crashed with 149 passengers and eight crew members aboard. All 157 people on board lost their lives, reports NDTV.
16 Jan 2019
World15 dead as extremists attack Kenya hotel complex in Nairobi
An Islamist attack on an upmarket hotel and office complex in the Kenyan capital has left 15 people dead.
06 Dec 2018
AfricaPeople in this Kenyan town use polythene paper as condoms
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10 Oct 2018
Road AccidentsBus crash kills at least 40 in Western Kenya
Over 40 have been killed in a bus accident in Western Kenya today.
10 May 2018
RainfallKenya's Patel dam bursts leaving at least 27 dead
After a night of heavy rain, a dam in Kenya burst on Wednesday sweeping away hundreds of homes and causing "huge destruction".
20 Mar 2018
Animal RightsSudan, the world's last male northern white rhino, is dead
In a major loss, the world's last male northern white rhino, who had been staying at Kenya's Ol Pejeta Conservancy, has died.
26 Oct 2017
Supreme Court Of IndiaVoting in Kenyan re-election commences amid fear of violence
Kenyans have commenced voting in national elections for a second time in two months amid tightened security.
19 Oct 2017
Supreme Court Of IndiaKenya: Election official resigns, says upcoming polls are "not credible"
Roselyn Akombe, a senior official of Kenya's election commission (IEBC) has resigned amid the furore surrounding the 2017 Kenyan national elections.
02 Sep 2017
Supreme Court Of IndiaKenya: Supreme Court declares Uhuru Kenyatta's election invalid
In a landmark decision, Kenya's Supreme Court declared President Uhuru Kenyatta's victory in last month's elections invalid. The court based its decision on irregularities in the conduct of elections.
29 Aug 2017
South AfricaKenya bans plastic bags, violators may be fined $38,000
A ban on plastic carry bags has come into effect in Kenya.
08 Aug 2017
WorldKenyan elections: Amid murder, hate-speech, President Kenyatta urges for peace
Gearing up for the upcoming Presidential elections, Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta urged 19 million+ voters to turn up in large numbers and vote.
