Kenya

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:07:34 GMT
Justice Njoki Ndung'u Moves to Block 'Unconstitutional' JSC Petitions
[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u has petitioned the High Court to halt the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) from proceeding with petitions seeking the removal of the entire Supreme Court bench over alleged misconduct and inc...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:03:01 GMT
Kenya's Former Electoral Chief Dies in Nairobi
[New Times] Wafula Chebukati, the former chairperson of Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has died, the family has confirmed.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:53:25 GMT
Uhuru Describes Chebukati As a Resilent Leader Despite Challenges
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta says the late Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairman Wafula Chebukati was a leader who played a central role Kenya's electoral landscape.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:36:08 GMT
PS Sing'oei Apologises for Posting Fake Ai Generated Video
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei has apologised after posting an AI-generated video which showed CNN political commentator Fareed Zakaria commenting on Kenya's controvesial decision to allow the Rapid Support...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:17 GMT
Wetangula Mourns Chebukati As a Steadfast Defender of the Rule of Law
[Capital FM] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has hailed former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati as an eminent jurist and steadfast defender of the rule of law.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:17 GMT
MP Shakeel Shabir Mourns Chebukati As a Great Man Who Should Be Given a State Funeral
[Capital FM] Kisumu -- Kisumu East Member of Parliament Shakeel Shabir has mourned the former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairman Wafula Chebukati as a great man.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:59 GMT
'Not Up to Standard!' Gor Coach Decries Lack of Quality Players At K'ogalo
[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Gor Mahia head coach Sinisa Mihic has bemoaned the lack of quality players at the club after Wednesday's drab 0-0 draw with Bidco United.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:34:14 GMT
Former IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati Dies At 64
[Capital FM] Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairman Wafula Chebukati has passed away at the age of 64.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:17 GMT
Most Kenyan SMEs Plan to Seek Credit for Business Growth
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Kenya are increasingly adopting digital payments, leveraging technology, and forming strategic collaborations to drive growth and resilience, as highlighted in the third edition of the Ma...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:26:10 GMT
President Ruto Mourns Chebukati As a Principled and Diligent Leader
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has described the late former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperso'n Wafula Chebukati as a principled and diligent leader who served the nation with integrity.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:28:39 GMT
Kenya Weighs Evacuation of Citizens Amid Escalating DRC Conflict
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government is considering evacuating Kenyans living and working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) following an escalation of violent conflict in the eastern part of the country.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:38:41 GMT
Even With ODM's Support in 2027, Ruto Will Lose - Sifuna
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said that President William Ruto stands to lose 2027 elections, even with Raila Odinga's support, citing incompetence and loss of public support.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:32:58 GMT
Kenya Airways Acquires New Boeing 737-800 Aircraft
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya Airways has acquired a new aircraft as the airline commits to higher capacity, enhance operationak efficiency and meet growing demand.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:24:09 GMT
'Bukhungu Stadium On Course to Host Afcon 2027,' - Mvurya
[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya says he is satisfied with the progress of works at the Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 23:53:19 GMT
Photos - Nairobi's Fashion Frontier Tribal Chic 2025 Takes Style to New Dimensions
[Capital FM] Nairobi's iconic fashion event, Tribal Chic with a dazzling display of style and artistry. This year's theme, "Out of This World," transported guests into a cosmic realm of bold, avant-garde aesthetics and futuristic designs. Tribal Chic...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:18:06 GMT
Govt Seeks Public Views to Reintroduce Tolling Policy On Roads
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Ministry of Roads and Transport will commence public participation for the draft national tolling policy from Monday,February 24, to seek stakeholders' views that will inform the final policy paper.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 04:56:15 GMT
Sudan Renews Its Demand for Kenya to Back Down From Embracing the Conspiracy of Genocidal Militia's Parallel Government
[SNA] Portsudan -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) issued a statement on Thursday, in response to the statement of its Kenyan counterpart, which justified President William Ruto's position of encouraging and embracing the conspiracy of establishing...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 04:44:24 GMT
Nairobi Parallel Govt Plans Will 'Destabilise Sudan' - UN
[Dabanga] New York / Nairobi / Port Sudan -- UN Secretary-General's spokesperson, Stéphane Dujarric, warned that any attempt by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied groups to establish a parallel government would escalate Sudan...

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:27:25 GMT
DPP Opposes Bail for Juja MP Koimburi in Forgery Case
[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has opposed the temporary release of Juja MP George Koimburi, arguing that he is likely to abscond court proceedings.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:17:25 GMT
COA to Hear Stay Application in Majority Leadership Contest On Wednesday
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Court of Appeal will hear the stay application against the court order that overturned National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula's designation of Kenya Kwanza as the House Majority on Wednesday, February 26.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:17:16 GMT
Private Hospitals to Suspend SHA Services From Monday Over Unpaid NHIF Arrears
[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Private hospitals have announced plans to suspend Social Health Authority (SHA) services from Monday, citing unpaid NHIF arrears, an unworkable outpatient reimbursement model, and government inaction in addressing persis...

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:08:25 GMT
Sudan's RSF and Political Groups to Hold Joint Briefing in Nairobi
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of Sudan, in collaboration with political, civil, and social groups, as well as armed struggle movements, are set to hold a joint press conference on Thursday.

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:31:29 GMT
Nairobi Issues Seven-Day Notice for Collection of 236 Unclaimed Bodies
[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- The Nairobi County government has issued a seven-day notice for the collection of 236 unclaimed bodies, warning that they will be disposed of if not claimed.

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 10:41:47 GMT
Sudan Vows To Take Action Over Kenya's 'Endorsement' of Rebel Group
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Sudan's military-led government has condemned Kenya's decision to allow the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied factions to hold a meeting in Nairobi calling it an 'endorsement' of the paramilitary group that has been locked...

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:25:53 GMT
Kipyegon Ready to Move More Mountains With Jump to Women's 10,000m
[Capital FM] Triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon says she is open to competing in the women's 10,000m and road race in the not-so-distant future.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:30:53 GMT
Legal Barriers Delay Discharge of Recovered Patients At Mathari Hospital
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Mentally ill patients committed to the Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital by court orders remain confined despite having fully recovered, due to complex legal and bureaucratic challenges that delay their release.

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 07:58:26 GMT
Kenya Denies Backing RSF, Accuses Sudan's Junta of Undermining Democracy
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya on Tuesday defended a controversial meeting in Nairobi led by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), describing it as a nonpartisan platform for dialogue and rejecting accusations of taking sides in the ongoing...

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 07:58:25 GMT
Kenya Defends Hosting RSF Terming Nairobi Meeting As Nonpartisan
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya has defended the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudanese civilian groups' tabling of a roadmap and proposed leadership in Nairobi saying it aligns with its role in peace negotiations.

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:19:41 GMT
46 More Kenyans Rescued From Myanmar Scam Compounds a Week After 24 Others Released
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Forty-six Kenyans have been rescued from scam compounds in Myanmar, a week after 24 others were released following months of diplomatic negotiations.

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:57:36 GMT
Agar Sends an Open Letter to Ruto
[SNA] Portsudan -- Vice President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council TSC), Malik Agar, sent an open letter to the young President of Kenya, William Ruto.

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