Kenya Pipeline IPO Oversubscribed as Investors Snap Up 12.4 Billion Shares
Kenya Pipeline Company IPO was oversubscribed by 5.7% after investors applied for 12.4 billion shares. The government will raise Sh106.3 billion from the sale.
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IEBC Seeks Predictable Funding Ahead of 2027 General Election
Nairobi, Kenya – 22nd February 2026: The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has called for adequate and predictable funding to strengthen its preparedness for the 2027 General Election. The Commission, led by Chairperson Erastus Ethekon, held a consultative meeting with the Committee to Oversee the Implementation of the Ten-Point Agenda and the NADCO Report…
Dairy Farmers Urged to Adopt Technology for Quality-Based Milk Payments
Meru, Kenya – 20th February 2026: Dairy farmers have been urged to embrace Quality-Based Payment Systems (QBPS) within their co-operatives to improve milk quality and boost earnings. Speaking during a farmers’ training forum in Meru, Jonathan Mweke, Permanent Secretary in the State Department for Livestock Development, said co-operatives adopting QBPS will shift the focus from…
DCI Intensifies Crackdown on Illicit Financial Flows with Nationwide ML/TF Training
Nairobi, Kenya – 20th February 2026: The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has intensified efforts to combat illicit financial flows through nationwide sensitization seminars focused on Money Laundering (ML) and Terrorism Financing (TF). The initiative began with Training of Trainers seminars, followed by sessions targeting senior officers, and has now expanded to include members of…
Police Warn of Operational Strain as Funding Gap Widens
Parliament Buildings, Nairobi – Friday, 20th February 2026: The National Police Service (NPS) has raised concerns over operational strain, citing a widening funding gap ahead of the FY 2026/27 budget cycle. Appearing before the Administration and Internal Security Committee chaired by Hon. Gabriel Tongoyo, Inspector General Douglas Kanja said the Service requires enhanced resource allocation…
Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) and IYF Sign Strategic Collaboration to Boost Youth Enterprise Development in Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya – 19th February 2026: The Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) and the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) have formalized a three-year collaboration aimed at strengthening youth enterprise development across Kenya. The partnership will implement an integrated empowerment model combining access to finance, mentorship, and leadership training to nurture resilient youth entrepreneurs. The Collaboration Framework,…
Kisumu County Signs MoU with SNV to Boost Climate Resilience, Renewable Energy and Food Security
The County Government of Kisumu has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SNV – Netherlands Development Organisation to accelerate climate action, food security, renewable energy and enterprise development. Deputy Governor Dr Mathew Owili formalized the partnership on Monday at his office in Kisumu alongside SNV Country Director for Kenya and Burundi, Rebecca Hallam, describing…
Kenya to Host 2026 World Farmers’ Organisation Annual Meeting in Nairobi
Kenya has been officially confirmed as the host of the 2026 World Farmers’ Organisation (WFO) Annual Meeting, marking a major milestone for the country’s agricultural sector and its global standing in farmer-led policy leadership. The high-profile gathering will take place in Nairobi from 8–11 June 2026, bringing together leaders of farmers’ organisations from 65 countries,…
President Ruto Unveils KSh80 Billion Nairobi Upgrade Deal for Roads, Water and Lighting
Nairobi, Kenya — President William Samoei Ruto has announced a KSh80 billion cooperation agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government aimed at transforming the capital into a more livable, secure, and efficient city for its 4.4 million residents. In a statement, the President said the wide-ranging agreement covers investments in street…
Kenya Youth Fund Disburses Sh2.6B as Government Condemns Digital Exploitations
Nairobi, Kenya — The Government of Kenya has strongly condemned the alleged secret recording and circulation of intimate images of Kenyan women by a foreign national, describing the act as a grave violation of constitutional rights and national values. At a press briefing held at Harambee House Annex on Monday, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura stated…