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Northern Rangelands Trust Strengthens Community Governance for Sustainable Conservation and Development

Sharon AtienoMay 5, 2026May 5, 202608 mins

Across northern Kenya’s vast and often complex landscapes, governance is increasingly emerging as the defining factor between short-term interventions and long-term, sustainable impact. In 2025, the Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) placed renewed emphasis on strengthening community governance systems recognising that resilient institutions are essential to sustaining conservation, livelihoods, and peace. An independent review of NRT’s…

Fourteen African Countries Back Harmonisation of Digital Inclusivity Standard

Wendy SheilaMay 4, 2026May 4, 202607 mins

Cabinet Secretary for ICT and the Digital Economy William Kabogo (centre) with delegates during the Ministerial Roundtable on digital inclusion at the Connected Africa Summit 2026 in Nairobi, where 14 African countries announced support for the harmonisation of the Africa Digital Inclusivity Standard. Fourteen African countries have announced their support for the harmonisation of the…

Murkomen tells Uhuru to step back from politics, focus on statesmanship

Emmanuel MasindeMay 3, 202603 mins

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to keep off active politics and instead play a statesman role by offering guidance and counsel to the country’s leadership. Speaking on today during a church service at Presbyterian Church of East Africa Ngaini in Mathira, Nyeri County, Murkomen said former…

Kenya’s 4x400m mixed relay team shatters African record,seals Beijing worlds slot

Emmanuel MasindeMay 2, 202602 mins

Kenya’s 4x400m mixed relay team underlined the country’s growing strength in sprint relays after storming to an African record and booking a place at next year’s World Athletics Championships. The quartet of George Mutinda, Mercy Oketch, Kelvin Tonui and Mercy Chebet clocked a historic 3:09.87 at the World Athletics Relays in Botswana, smashing the previous…

Opposition Leaders Condemn Kitui Killings, Call for Calm and Swift Security Action

By CorrespondentApril 30, 2026April 30, 202606 mins

Wiper Democratic Party leader Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, Speaking during a press briefing held at SKM Command center in Nairobi. Opposition leaders have condemned the recent killings in Kitui County and parts of northeastern Kenya, warning against escalating retaliatory attacks and urging the government to act decisively to restore order. Speaking during a press briefing,…

Mass Voter Registration Hits 2.6 Million Ahead of 2027 Polls

Winnie AtienoApril 30, 2026May 1, 202604 mins

IEBC chairperson Dr. Erastus Ethekon speaking to the press during a press briefing in Nairobi on April 30, 2026 he is accompanied by IEBC Commissioners The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has registered over 2 million new voters in just one month, marking a major milestone in preparations for the 2027 General Election. Speaking while…

Kalasha Festival Opens with Renewed Push to Fix Industry Gaps and Unlock Creative Economy Potential

Wendy SheilaApril 30, 202607 mins

The 14th edition of the Kalasha International Film and TV Market, Festival and Awards, where industry stakeholders deliberated on strategies to strengthen Kenya’s creative sector. The 14th edition of the Kalasha International Film and TV Market, Festival and Awards has officially opened with renewed focus on addressing structural challenges within Kenya’s creative industry and unlocking…

Kenyan young stars excel in Alexandria prep for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics

Emmanuel MasindeApril 28, 202604 mins

Kenya’s rising wrestling stars have once again put the country on the continental map after securing four medals at the African U17 Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, in a performance that underlined the growing strength of the sport in the country. The youthful squad, competing against some of the continent’s finest young wrestlers, delivered spirited…

Korir hails Sawe, Obiri and Jepkosgei after London heroics

Emmanuel MasindeApril 26, 202602 mins

NOCK Deputy President Barnabas Korir has joined the growing list of athletics stakeholders in congratulating Kenyan runners following their outstanding performances at the London Marathon. Korir lauded Sabastian Sawe for his historic run, where he stormed to victory in a remarkable 1:59:30, describing the feat as a proud moment for Kenyan athletics and a continuation…

How a Road Is Giving Back Time to the Community in Elgeyo Marakwet

Sharon AtienoApril 25, 202606 mins

A public transport vehicle uses the newly graded road, significantly reducing travel time and improving the transport of mangoes, a key cash crop in the county. In Endoo Location, Endoo Ward in Elgeyo Marakwet County, residents say time itself once felt like a burden whenever they had to travel. What should have been a routine…

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Northern Rangelands Trust Strengthens Community Governance for Sustainable Conservation and Development

Fourteen African Countries Back Harmonisation of Digital Inclusivity Standard

Murkomen tells Uhuru to step back from politics, focus on statesmanship

Kenya’s 4x400m mixed relay team shatters African record,seals Beijing worlds slot

Opposition Leaders Condemn Kitui Killings, Call for Calm and Swift Security Action

Mass Voter Registration Hits 2.6 Million Ahead of 2027 Polls

Kalasha Festival Opens with Renewed Push to Fix Industry Gaps and Unlock Creative Economy Potential

Kenyan young stars excel in Alexandria prep for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics

Korir hails Sawe, Obiri and Jepkosgei after London heroics

How a Road Is Giving Back Time to the Community in Elgeyo Marakwet