The rise of Medina Okot, Kenya’s next big thing
Kenyan basketball star Madina Okot was selected 13th overall by the Atlanta Dream in the 2026 WNBA Draft, held on Monday night, April 13 2026 at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York City. With this selection, Okot becomes one of the few Kenyan players to be drafted into the WNBA and the first…
Kenya Ports Set for Surge as 49 Vessels Dock, Livestock Exports Resume at Mombasa
The Kenya Ports Authority has scheduled 49 cargo vessels to call at the Port of Mombasa and Port of Lamu over the next two weeks, underscoring sustained maritime activity at the country’s key trade gateways. The steady stream of vessel traffic signals resilience in regional and international trade flows, even as the global shipping industry…
“Goons ” Walinzi Wapya Wa Wanasiasa Kenya
Binadamu akishakula chakula ashibe, apate pesa atajirike, ashike hatamu ya uongozi alewe na mamlaka, hakika huwa na uhuru uliopitiliza wa kufanya jambo lolote lile ikiwemo kujiundia sheria, sio sheria tu, sheria zinazomnufaisha yeye binafsi na watu wake wa karibu, hujiongezea mamlaka, hufanya maamuzi ya kustaajabisha Kutokana na shibe na nishai aliyo nayo. Katika siasa za…
What Women Want Summit 4.0 Ends with Renewed Push for Women’s Leadership and Gender Equality
Maureen Osoro, Marketing Manager – Spirits at EABL, presenting gifts to panelists and keynote speakers during the summit. From right to left: Janet Mbugua, media personality; Fatuma Achani, Kwale Governor; Mercy Mwangi, Executive Director, KEWOPA; and on the extreme left, Pinky Ghelani, founder of What Women Want. NAIROBI, April 14, 2026 — The fourth edition…
AGRA Marks 20 Years with Renewed Push to Scale Solutions for Africa’s Farmers
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, April 14, 2026 — Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has marked its 20th anniversary with a strong call to scale proven solutions that can boost farmer incomes, strengthen resilient food systems, and drive inclusive agricultural transformation across the continent. The milestone was commemorated during a high-level convening in Addis…
How the UAE Is Emerging as Africa’s Most Consequential Clean Energy Ally
Zachary Ochieng: The author is a Global Communications Strategist and a commentator on climate change. The stark reality of climate change and its devastating impact on our world is no longer in doubt. Its consequences are far-reaching, affecting nations across the globe and creating a renewed sense of urgency. We are at a critical juncture…
Co-operative Bank Backs KES 1.7 Billion Hydropower Project to Lower Energy Costs for Tea Farmers
 Felix Kosgei, Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service; Jesse Wanjiri, Trade Product Partner, Co-op Bank; Elipha Chebet, Relationship Manager, Co-op Bank; and Robert Kemboi, Chairman, Chebut Tea Factory, during the KTDA and Co-op Bank Taunet hydropower project groundbreaking in Nandi County. Nairobi, Kenya 14.04.2026 — Co-operative Bank of Kenya is providing financing of…
NewsLight Kenya Among 10 Media Houses Trained on Financial Compliance Ahead of PWD Cybersecurity Project
Ten media organizations, including NewsLight Kenya, have undergone a comprehensive financial management training as part of the rollout of the Trustlab project, which aims to conduct various project themes on digital threats and misinformation. The training, led by Rose Mwangi,a project Manager at DW Akademia ,marked the official project kickoff and onboarding session, bringing together…
Thomas Steps Up, Oketch Stands Tall as Nairobi Braces for a 400-Meter Showdown
In a bold and unexpected twist, Olympic 200-meter champion Gabby Thomas will abandon her signature sprint to take on Kenya’s rising force Mercy Oketch in the 400 meters at the Kip Keino Classic on April 24 a move that has instantly transformed the race into one of the most compelling matchups of the season….
Talanta Stadium at 88% As Final Fittings and Installations Begin
The signature Talanta Stadium fountain, shaped like a shield inspired by the Kenyan flag, takes shape at the eastern plaza of Talanta Stadium, blending seamlessly with the traditional Maasai shield and spears on the facade. The Talanta Stadium is entering its final and most defining stretch, with the project now standing at 88 per cent…
