Kenya

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:45:49 GMT
High Court Petitioned to Quash New Computer Misuse and Cyber-Crimes Law
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Renowned gospel musician Reuben Kigame and the Kenya Human Rights Commission have filed a petition seeking the High Court to nullify the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024.

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:42:18 GMT
Governors Call Emergency Meeting Over Kahiga's Remarks On Raila's Death
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Council of Governors has called for an urgent extraordinary meeting scheduled, following controversial remarks made by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga regarding the death of opposition leader Raila Odinga.

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:55:42 GMT
Kenya and Senegal Sign Agreement On Reciprocal 90-Day Visa Exemption
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya and Senegal have lifted visa restrictions for their citizens travelling between the two nations for up to 90 days in a bid to strengthen bilateral relations.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:27:33 GMT
Raila Amolo Odinga - A Pan-African Statesman, Visionary, and Friend of Humanity
[allAfrica] Windhoek -- The continent mourns the passing of Raila Amolo Odinga, a towering statesman whose life embodied the courage, compassion, and conviction that define Africa's finest sons. From the streets of Kisumu to the global stage, Raila's...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:45:19 GMT
New Law Compels ISPs to Aid Cybercrime Investigations
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's new Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024 has imposed stringent obligations on internet and telecommunications service providers to assist authorities in cybercrime investigations, with severe penalties...

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:55:50 GMT
Waiguru Denounces Kahiga's 'Callous' Remarks Rejoicing Over Raila's Death
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has condemned Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga over remarks captured in a viral video celebrating the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:55:47 GMT
Ruto Confirms Preparations for 2025 National Assessments Are Complete
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has confirmed that preparations for the 2025 national assessments are complete, assuring the country of a smooth examination season.

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:43:43 GMT
Fish Is Good Food and Demand Outstrips Supply in Kenya - How to Produce More and Get It to Market Safely
[The Conversation Africa] Fish are a nutritious, affordable protein and source of income to those who catch and sell them. As millions of people in Africa suffer from undernutrition, a lack of vital vitamins and minerals and rising rates of overweigh...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:52:36 GMT
NPS, NPSC Contest Employment Court's Jurisdiction On Police Recruitment
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Police Service (NPS) and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) have jointly challenged the jurisdiction of the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) in a case that led to the suspension of the plann...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:29:09 GMT
Govt's Fiscal Deficit to Rise 10.23pc in 2026/27
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's fiscal deficit is expected to widen by 10.23 percent in the 2026/27 financial year ((FY), signaling renewed pressure on the country's borrowing plans despite ongoing fiscal consolidation efforts.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:23:05 GMT
Jua Cali, Ngugi Wa Thiong'o and Ted Josiah Among Key Creative Figures Honored On Mashujaa Day
[Capital FM] The recent Mashujaa Day (Heroes' Day) celebrations on October 20, 2025, in Kitui County marked a significant moment for Kenya's creative economy, with the National Heroes Council officially recognizing a long list of artists, musicians, ...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:19:35 GMT
Global Agricultural Media Network Empowers Young Communicators As Ifaj-Alltech Boot Camp Concludes in Nairobi
[Liberian Investigator] At the Ole Sereni Hotel's Kifaru Room, just about ten minutes drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, ten emerging agricultural communicators from around the world came together with energy and purpose. With notebooks ...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:18:28 GMT
OP Demands Explanation From Civil Servants Who Missed Mashujaa Day Celebration
[Capital FM] Siaya -- Siaya County Commissioner Nobert Komora has ordered public servants who failed to attend the Mashujaa Day celebrations in the county to explain their absence, following a notably low turnout at the event.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:02:21 GMT
Woman Charged With Grabbing Sh150mn Land in Athi River
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A middle-aged woman has been charged in a Mavoko law court for attempting to grab 2.09 hectares of land valued at Sh150 million owned by Kipkai Enterprises Limited.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:36:23 GMT
Faye Meets Ruto At State House Nairobi As Part of Official Visit to Kenya
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Senegalese President Diomaye Faye on Tuesday held bilateral talks with President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, a day after gracing Kenya's Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui County as the chief guest.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:04:26 GMT
Etoile Du Sahel Impressed By Ex-Gor Defender's Start to Life for Tunisian Giants
[Capital FM] Etoile du Sahel assistant coach Mohammed Ali believes Harambee Stars defender Alphonce Omija will be pivotal to their title ambitions this season.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:51:26 GMT
Machakos Talent Academy, Mas Queens Win Eastern Bingwafest Titles
[Capital FM] Machakos -- Machakos Talent Academy (MTA FC) and MAS Queens are the new Eastern Region football champions after triumphing during the regional finals held at the Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos, on Sunday.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 17:49:45 GMT
Bet On Player - - Afropari's Formula for Success
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Trust is the foundation of successful betting and a key factor in choosing a bookmaker. Every player wants a clear platform that ensures fair bet settlements, protects personal data, and pays out on time.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:48:21 GMT
Wrangles Persist in Team Kenya Deaflympics Preps As Stakeholders Cry Foul Over Exclusion
[Capital FM] Controversy around Team Kenya to this year's Deaflympics in Tokyo continues to grow murkier with claims of nepotism and favouritism in the selection process.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:47:44 GMT
Nairobi United Eye Strong Finish in Tunis After Upsetting Etoile Du Sahel in Confederations Cup Tie
[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, October 21, 2025 - Nairobi United captain Brian Omondi Mzee says Sunday's 2-0 win over Tunisia's Étoile Sportive du Sahel in the CAF Confederation Cup first leg was not only a statement victory but also a huge morale...

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:28:16 GMT
Restoring Dignity for Kenya's Seniors - Health and Sanitation Must Not Be a Luxury
[Capital FM] OCT 21 - Every year on October 1st, the world marks the International Day of Older Persons. This year's theme, "Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-being and Our Rights", is a timely reminder that old...

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:44:39 GMT
All of Africa Today - October 20, 2025
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Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:01:32 GMT
Kenya Enacts Law Imposing Sh20mn Fine for Cybercrimes
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Individuals found guilty of cyber harassment or other online offences in Kenya now face fines of up to Sh20 million or a jail term of up to ten years under a new law signed by President William Ruto.

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:46:22 GMT
Young Mothers in Kenya Face a Higher Risk of Giving Birth Early - Study Explores Why
[The Conversation Africa] Preterm babies are those born alive before 37 weeks of pregnancy are completed. The global figure for babies born early was 13.4 million in 2020. But statistics on preterm babies in African countries are poor. Obasanjo Bolar...

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:15:53 GMT
Uhuru Visits Raila's Gravesite a Day After His Burial
[Capital FM] Bondo -- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday made a quiet visit to the burial site of the late Raila Odinga, a day after the veteran opposition leader was laid to rest at his rural home in Kango Ka Jaramogi, Bondo.

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:27:03 GMT
President Ruto Dedicates Mashujaa Day Celebrations to Raila
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President Willian Ruto has dedicated the 2025 Mashujaa Day celebrations to former Prime Minister the late Raila Odinga honouring his legacy as a monumental statesman.

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:09:54 GMT
Raila Odinga Laid to Rest With 17-Gun Salute and Air Force Fly-Past in State Burial
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was on Saturday accorded a 17-gun salute and a Kenya Air Force fly-past during his state burial at Kang'o Ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County.

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:17:46 GMT
Raila Odinga - the Man Who Carried a Nation's Hope
[Capital FM] When the history of Kenya is not just written but felt, one name will echo louder than most: Raila Amollo Odinga. Much has already been said about his passing. The grief, the tributes, the vigils--these reflect the size of the void he le...

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:02:40 GMT
Senegalese President Bassirou Faye to Be Chief Guest As Mashujaa Day Celebrations Kick-Off in Kitui
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye will be the guest of honur at the Mashujaa Day celebrations that are currently underway at the Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui.

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 07:59:15 GMT
Kenyan Firms Rely On Own Funds As Credit Costs Stay High
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- More Kenyan companies are turning to internal financing to fund operations and expansion projects amid high borrowing costs and tight lending conditions, a new Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) survey shows.

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