The measures, which took effect on Saturday, require travellers entering Tanzania by air, land and sea to complete health surveillance forms, undergo screening at points of entry and report symptoms associated with Ebola or other infectious diseases
By Chrispho OwuorCAF president Patrice Motsepe said his confidence in President William Ruto had also remained firm, pointing to Kenya's experience in hosting CHAN after preparations were extended
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Africa Rural Climate Adaptation Finance Mechanism (ARCAFIM) is targeting about 260,000 smallholder farmers and 500 rural businesses, with women expected to make up at least half of the beneficiaries and youth 30 per cent.
By Bradley BosireAmeir died on Monday, September 7, 2026, at about 8am at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar, where he was receiving treatment for a heart condition.
By Essy WawiraThe developments have highlighted tensions between domestic efforts to protect jobs and businesses and Kenya's commitments under the East African Community's integration framework
By Chrispho OwuorIn a statement on Monday, Ruto said he had received the news with “deep sorrow”, extending condolences on behalf of the Kenyan government and people, First Lady Rachel Ruto, his family and himself.
By David AbonyoSpeaking after the swearing-in ceremony, President Hassan congratulated Ndejembi and challenged him to use his new position to build wisdom and sound judgement as he takes on the responsibilities that come with the office.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe changes were announced on August 27, 2026, through a statement from Chief Secretary Ambassador Moses Kusiluka and signed by State House Director of Communications Bakari Machumu.
By Bradley BosireNchimbi said he had also assured the President that he would leave the position whenever she considered it necessary to have another Vice President.
By Maureen KinyanjuiPolice are investigating how 25-year-old Sefu Musa died after the group was detained inside the conservation area. His fellow traveller, Salimu Haji, was taken to hospital where he is receiving treatment, while the third man, Abdallah Nuru, managed to return to Arusha following the incident.
By Bradley BosireOpposition groups and religious organisations have said thousands of people were killed by security forces, while Western diplomats have estimated that between 1,000 and 2,000 people may have died.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAddressing the meeting on behalf of President William Ruto, the Deputy President said Africa should no longer accept being left behind in development despite its vast natural resources and growing workforce.
By Bradley BosireAccording to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI),the suspect, identified as Wang Hsiang-hui, was arrested on Sunday following a routine security inspection conducted by K9 officers and detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit.
By David AbonyoThe students added that their demonstrations would focus on justice, fairness and improvements to the higher education funding system, while highlighting broader concerns affecting rights, equality and the welfare of university students
By Chrispho OwuorThe treason case against Lissu stems from his arrest in April 2025 after delivering a public speech during the party's "No Reforms, No Election" campaign
By Chrispho OwuorThe two governments said the partnership builds on decades of collaboration while introducing a new framework focused on long-term sustainability and national ownership of healthcare programmes
By Chrispho OwuorAddressing parliament, Home Affairs Minister Patrobas Katambi said security agencies had detected threats to national stability, including cases involving people allegedly found with weapons while planning criminal acts.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe lender says the dismissals were triggered by direct involvement in fraud-related activities targeting the bank and its clients, an increase from 34 employees who were shown the door in 2024 for similar misconduct.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe victory saw Kenya top Group A with six points from two wins, having scored 22 goals and conceded none.
By Shadrack AndengaThe seven were arrested in March in Kilua waters alongside 61 migrants from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Burundi. Tanzanian authorities accused them of using a Kenyan fishing vessel to transport the migrants illegally.
By Bradley BosireThe 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 KinyanjuiPresident William Ruto says Kenya and Tanzania have identified non-tariff barriers affecting cross-border commerce and directed officials to remove them, aiming for completion by June 30, 2026. The move targets deeper EAC integration and reduced trade losses.
By David AbonyoInvestment links between the two countries have also grown. Kenyan investments in Tanzania now stand at more than Sh219.3 billion, while Tanzanian investments in Kenya have reached over Sh43.3 billion.
By Chrispho OwuorThe group cites concerns over Tanzania’s recent elections, alleging irregularities and repression, and warns that the visit could be seen as legitimising contested processes while raising questions about Kenya’s regional stance.
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking on Saturday while in Nairobi, Kenya, Aquatics Technical Director Omar Ali Omari described the camp as a timely and important initiative that will be led by renowned American coach Austin Pillado.
By Shadrack AndengaThe 2027 tournament also marks a significant return of Africa’s premier football competition to the East African region for the first time in over five decades, since Ethiopia hosted the event in 1976.
By Bradley BosireThe bus, which was transiting from Tanzania into Kenya, was flagged by a joint team of customs officers and border security personnel during standard clearance procedures. Attention was drawn to a wooden box that had been listed as containing motor vehicle parts.
By Bradley BosireThe crew members have been in custody in Kilwa since March 30, when Tanzanian authorities impounded the Kenyan-flagged vessel, MV Sea Mfalme. The boat had left Kenya on March 14 and was reportedly intercepted about two weeks later. It is now anchored at Kilwa Masoko.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said in Nairobi that the meeting will bring together ministers to discuss key preparations including visa facilitation, tax exemptions, and other logistical issues ahead of the tournament.
By Shadrack AndengaMbundi replaces Kenya’s Veronica Nduva, whose term ends in April after she was appointed to complete Kenya’s remaining tenure following the exit of her predecessor.
By Bradley Bosire