Kenya has taken a significant step in its fight against HIV with the arrival of the first shipment of Lenacapavir, an injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) vaccine designed to prevent new HIV infections. Delivered on Tuesday, February 17, through a partnership with the Global Fund, the initial batch includes 21,000 starter doses sourced from the United […]
William Ruto has announced a sweeping KSh80 billion cooperation agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government aimed at transforming Nairobi into a more livable, secure and efficient capital for its 4.4 million residents. Speaking during the unveiling, President Ruto said the ambitious plan will address long-standing challenges in lighting, water supply, […]
Veteran screen icon Robert Duvall, celebrated for his commanding performances in some of Hollywood’s most enduring films, has died at 95. According to a statement released by his publicist on behalf of his wife, Luciana, the Academy Award-winning actor passed away peacefully at his residence in Middleburg, Virginia, on Sunday. In a heartfelt tribute, Luciana […]
The High Court has stopped the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) from collecting royalties from copyright users following a major licensing dispute. In a ruling delivered on Friday, February 13, the court upheld a decision by the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) to deny MCSK renewal of its licence as a Collective Management Organisation (CMO) […]
As Valentine’s Day draws near, more Kenyans are using music streaming platforms to sort through complex emotions, with breakup anthems rising just as sharply as romantic ballads. Fresh figures released by Spotify show that streams of heartbreak songs in Kenya jumped by 62 percent between 2023 and 2025. Over the same period, love-themed tracks recorded […]
Embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has secured a temporary reprieve after the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) halted attempts to remove him from office. In orders issued on Thursday, the tribunal suspended any implementation of resolutions seeking to oust Sifuna, pending the hearing and determination of an application challenging the process. […]
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Godfrey Osotsi has issued a strong warning to the party’s top leadership, stating that he would be unable to continue serving in ODM if Secretary General Edwin Sifuna is forced out. Addressing supporters in Bungoma on Tuesday, #Osotsi defended Sifuna, saying his political positions have remained consistent and […]
Edwin Sifuna has been removed from his position as Secretary General of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), marking a significant shake-up within the party’s top leadership. The decision was confirmed on Tuesday by senior ODM officials after a resolution passed during a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Wednesday, February 11. In a statement […]
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party has convened a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting scheduled to take place in Mombasa tomorrow, in what is shaping up to be a critical gathering for the opposition outfit amid growing internal and national political developments. Party leader Oburu Odinga has already arrived in the coastal city ahead of […]
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cut its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points, lowering the Central Bank Rate (CBR) to 8.75 per cent in a move aimed at boosting credit uptake in the private sector and sustaining economic expansion. The decision was reached by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) during its meeting […]