Speaking during the opening of the two-day Kenya Sustainable Water and Waste Management Policy Forum 2026 in Nairobi, the partners said informal workers should be integrated into service delivery and given a voice in decisions affecting the sector.
By Samuel OtienoRuto is scheduled to speak during the general debate of the 81st session of the annual assembly in the afternoon in New York, which will be Wednesday evening in Kenya.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President also called for stronger cooperation among countries, saying Africa should not be forced to choose between the East and the West as it pursues its development interests.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Agriculture Cabinet Secretary said the Government was keen to resolve the VAT refund issue and would raise the matter with the Treasury.
By Bradley BosireAn update from the Department of Veterinary Services to the Border Control and Operations Coordination Committee (BCOCC), chaired by Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, said authorities are also monitoring the movement of livestock and pastoralist communities across international borders.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe debate comes as the 27-member bloc continues to struggle with disagreements among member states and overlapping responsibilities between EU institutions, issues that have often slowed its response to international developments.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIceland has voted against resuming accession negotiations with the European Union, public broadcaster RUV reported, with turnout reported as the highest in Iceland since 2009.
By Samuel OtienoData from the European Commission shows that 25,227 of the 76,271 decisions made by Schengen consulates in Kenya were not issued, leaving the country with a 33.1 per cent not-issued rate.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpain's interior ministry accused human trafficking networks of taking advantage of that decision to encourage more people to attempt the dangerous journey.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUnder the proposed law, children under the age of 15 would be prohibited from creating new accounts on designated social media platforms from September 1. Existing accounts belonging to users below that age would be suspended from January 2027
By Chrispho OwuorThe conflict, which broke out in April 2023 between Sudan's regular army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has displaced more than 14 million people, making it one of the world's worst humanitarian emergencies.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe government says the roadmap will help strengthen Kenya's trade environment by promoting competitiveness, attracting investment and creating more employment opportunities.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe newly installed hybrid system comprises a 28.08-kWp solar plant, 40.96-kWh battery storage, 48 solar panels, three inverter chargers and eight batteries. It is capable of providing 24-hour backup power to critical sections of the prison, including facilities used for virtual court hearings
By Chrispho OwuorIn a statement issued by the UAE Embassy in Nairobi, the new arrangement took effect on June 25, 2026, and applies to Kenyan nationals and their accompanying family members who meet specific residency requirements.
By Bradley BosireThe interception highlights growing cooperation among European countries in enforcing restrictions and monitoring maritime activity
By Chrispho OwuorResults showed nearly 55% of participants voted against and 45% voted for, with a turnout of 60% of the population.
By Samuel OtienoDuring the visit, President Ruto also launched the Kenya–Benelux Chamber of Commerce, aimed at expanding trade and investment between Kenya and the Benelux region, while also supporting export growth and job creation.
By Maureen KinyanjuiRuto said the partnership with the EU continues to deliver tangible economic benefits, particularly in investment inflows, innovation, and trade expansion
By Chrispho OwuorThe President's trip, which combines official visits and a state visit, is expected to focus on boosting trade opportunities for Kenyan products, courting foreign investors and advancing Kenya's diplomatic interests in Europe.
By David AbonyoThe discussions centered on shared priorities in advancing human rights protections, strengthening the rule of law, promoting inclusion, and supporting the Commission as it continues its establishment phase.
By Yunis DekowFrench President Emmanuel Macron told leaders at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi that Africa–Europe relations should shift to sovereignty, co-investment and equal partnership, announcing €23 billion for African businesses.
By Chrispho OwuorEU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas welcomed the breakthrough, saying it marks a shift in approach. She stated it was "high time we move from deadlock to delivery... extremisms and violence carry consequences."
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe EU Parliament had in November 2025 suspended aid to Tanzania over violence and the suppression of opposition figures before, during and after the October 29 General Election.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement shared on his Truth Social platform on Friday, Trump said the European Union had failed to meet its obligations under an existing trade arrangement, although he did not give specific details on the alleged breach.
By Rose AchiengOutput is also forecast to increase, with production projected to grow by 4.8 per cent to 727,000 tonnes in 2026. The rise is linked to improved yields and a steady increase in acreage under the crop.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe deal focuses on collaboration in counterterrorism, border protection, and cybersecurity. Opoku-Agyemang noted that Ghana is the first African nation to establish such a formal defence arrangement with the EU.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Secretary-General’s warnings come amid escalating unrest across the Middle East, where fears of a wider confrontation are growing. He noted the actions already taken by the United Nations Security Council, including directives to cease hostilities and ensure that critical maritime routes remain open.
By Chrispho OwuorAccording to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, the value of vegetable exports dropped to Sh16.1 billion in 2025, down 31.3 percent from Sh23.4 billion in 2024. This continues a downward trend that began after a record high of Sh50.9 billion in 2023, marking a 68.35 percent fall over two years.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe decision follows a political agreement reached by the EU Foreign Affairs Council on January 29 and was formally adopted by the Council on Thursday.
By Bradley BosireIn a joint statement, the five bodies — collectively known as the Quintet — expressed “grave concern at the continued escalation of the conflict in the Sudan” and urged parties to stop further military action.
By Bradley Bosire