Kenya

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 06:21:45 GMT
Kenya's Silence On Abducted Nationals Abroad Sparks Tough Questions
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's continued silence over the abduction of its nationals in foreign countries is drawing criticism, as families and rights groups accuse the government of abandoning citizens targeted for their activism abroad.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:19:30 GMT
Ugandan Activists Demand Release of Kenyan Colleagues From Military Custody
[Nile Post] Human rights lawyers and activists in Uganda have filed a petition in the High Court (Civil Division) seeking the immediate release of two Kenyan political activists, Nicholas Oyoo and Bob Njagi, who are reportedly being held at Mbuya mil...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:37:40 GMT
Govt to Retain 80pc of Sugar Workers in Ongoing Privatization
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Government will retain at least 80 percent of employees in State-owned sugar companies under the ongoing leasing of mills to private investors, Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) Chair Fredrick Gumbo has said.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:54:28 GMT
Talks Between President Hassan Sheikh and Jubbaland Leader Ahmed Madobe Stall As Kenya Scrambles to Save Negotiations
[Radio Dalsan] Kismayo, Somalia -- The high-stakes political dialogue between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Jubbaland President Ahmed Mohamed Islam (Ahmed Madobe) ended late Sunday night without an agreement, after both sides failed to b...

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:35:13 GMT
Teachers' Medical Scheme Reaffirms Support After Successful Mandera Evacuation
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Teachers' Medical Scheme consortium, has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and well-being of Kenya's educators, following the rapid medical response to a Mandera-based teacher's predicament.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:35:10 GMT
Aviation Workers, KAA Given Until Thursday to Resolve Dispute
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Aviation workers under the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) and the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) have been given until Thursday to resolve outstanding grievances amid threats of an industrial strike.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:20:28 GMT
Kenya Bets On Single-Doze HPV Vaccine in Cervical Cancer War
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya is switching to a single-dose Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine in a bold move aimed at eliminating cervical cancer and boosting access for girls aged 10 to 14 years.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:42 GMT
Kenya Eyes Export Growth Through EU, Comesa Trade Reforms
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya is ramping up efforts to revive agricultural exports to Europe and expand into new African markets by aligning product standards, eliminating non-tariff barriers, and improving regional logistics.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:41 GMT
Senate's Constitutional Amendment Bill Gains Momentum in Public Hearings
[Capital FM] BUSIA, Kenya, Oct 6 - The Senate's proposal to widen its legislative and oversight mandate has received strong public backing, with Kenyans urging lawmakers to give the Upper House a greater role in national governance.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:40 GMT
Raila's Silence Rekindles Africa's Curse of Hidden Illnesses
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Raila Odinga's absence from public limelight continues to spark a storm of speculation regarding his health.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:39 GMT
President Ruto Launches Retired Major Marsden Madoka's Memoir
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has launched the memoir of Retired Major Marsden Madoka titled 'At The Ready', at State House, Nairobi.

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 05:00:38 GMT
One More Illegal Firearm Surrendered in Elgeyo Marakwet, Bringing Total to 281 Under Voluntary Disarmament Drive
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Security agencies in Elgeyo Marakwet County have received another illegal firearm voluntarily surrendered by a resident as part of the ongoing peaceful disarmament campaign aimed at restoring peace and stability in the North R...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:33:37 GMT
Kiragu Maina Wins 2025 Ncba Tea Fields Trophy in Kericho
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- After three days of exciting competition at the scenic Kericho Golf Club, Daniel Kiragu Maina was crowned the 2025 NCBA Tea Fields Trophy champion, finishing with a total score of +3.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:22:44 GMT
KWS Relocates 'Troublesome' Elephant From Meru to Tsavo East to Curb Human-Wildlife Conflict
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has successfully relocated a bull elephant from Kithoka Village, near Imenti Forest in Meru County, to Tsavo East National Park, in a strategic effort to mitigate human-wildlife conflict in the...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:44:07 GMT
Police Arrest Two Suspects With Elephant Tusks Worth Sh1.1 Mn in Maralal
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Police Service (NPS) officers, in collaboration with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), have arrested two suspects in Maralal Town, Samburu County, for possession of elephant tusks valued at approximately Sh1.1 mil...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:21:30 GMT
Stanchart to Resume Pension Verification After Court Lifts Freeze
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Standard Chartered Kenya Pension Fund will resume the verification exercise for 629 appellants in the long-running 2021 pension dispute, following a High Court ruling that lifted a temporary injunction which had halted the...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:41:43 GMT
Kenya's High Commission in Maputo Warns Citizens Against Overstaying in Mozambique
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya High Commission in Maputo has issued a warning to Kenyan nationals travelling to Mozambique to strictly adhere to the permitted duration of stay under the existing visa exemption agreement between the two countries.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 07:31:18 GMT
Kate Actress to Represent Africa At Global Celebration of Bill Gates' Legacy
[Capital FM] Kenyan actress, social advocate and media personality, Catherine Kamau (Kate Actress), has been appointed Global Goodwill Ambassador for the new Bill Gates & Friends social movement, set to launch later this month in the United ...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:54:23 GMT
We Will Deal With Tea Cartels to Improve Bonuses - Kindiki
[Capital FM] Kericho -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured tea farmers of the government's firm commitment to eliminate cartels in the sector in a bid to increase bonuses following depressed pay this year.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:54:23 GMT
Kenya's July Revenue Falls By Sh25.1bn, Fiscal Deficit Widens
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Government revenue collection dropped by Sh25.1 billion in July to Sh212.6 billion, falling short of the Sh237.7 billion target, according to the National Treasury's latest 2025 Budget Review and Outlook Paper (BROP).

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:54:22 GMT
Senate Extends Oversight to Busia, Targets Border Operations and Stalled Projects
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Senators have pitched tent in Busia County this week under the Senate Mashinani initiative, focusing on the efficiency of cross-border trade, regional integration, and stalled infrastructure projects that have delayed key deve...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:47 GMT
Govt Moves to Establish Infrastructure, Sovereign Wealth Funds Secure Stability
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto says the government is establishing two new funds -- an Infrastructure Fund and a Sovereign Wealth Fund -- aimed at securing Kenya's long-term economic stability and promoting prudent investment of publi...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:47 GMT
Ruto Backs Infrastructure, Sovereign Wealth Funds to Secure Economy
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has announced plans to establish two new funds, an Infrastructure Fund and a Sovereign Wealth Fund, to anchor Kenya's long-term economic stability and promote prudent investment of public resources.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:44 GMT
'He Failed to Advise Himself' - Sudi Tears Into Gachagua Over Mentorship Claim
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi has hit out at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, questioning his credibility to mentor other leaders after what he termed a series of personal political missteps.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:43 GMT
KDF Evaluates Readiness of Somalia-Based Troops Under AU Stabilization Mission
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Chief of Inspectorate at the Defence Headquarters, Brigadier Lawrence Ntoyai, has led a delegation from the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Directorate of Oversight, Compliance, and Accountability (DOCA) on an operational readi...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:43 GMT
Kigali Puzzled As Kinshasa Backs Out of U.S.-Mediated Regional Economic Pact
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Rwanda has accused Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi of halting at the last minute the signing of a key Regional Economic Integration Framework (REIF), citing fears of domestic political backla...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:42 GMT
Matiang'i Decries Low Voter Registration, Urges Youth to Enlist Ahead of 2027
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang'i has decried low voter registration and urged Kenya's youth to enlist in large numbers to vote for change in the 2027 General Election.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:41 GMT
KMPDU Plots Wamatangi Ouster As Kiambu Health Crisis Deepens, Asks Ruto to Step in
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has called on President William Ruto to dissolve the Kiambu County Government in an escalating standoff with the devolved unit over doctors' strike which ...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:55:41 GMT
PAG Excites Ruto With 'Uplifting' Sermon, President Asks Other Churches to Learn
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has criticized churches for delivering what he described as overly negative sermons, accusing some clergy of dwelling on government shortcomings while overlooking its achievements.

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 04:41:04 GMT
Vaccines and Motherhood - Are AI Generated Health Messages Working in Kenya and Nigeria?
[The Conversation Africa] Picture this: an artificial intelligence (AI) system creates a bright, youth-focused social media post for young Kenyans, complete with local slang and the phrase "YOUNG, LIT, AND VAXXED!" This message tackles the fear that ...

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