Business
CBK licenses 32 more digital lenders, bringing total to 227
The central bank noted that it has received more than 800 applications since March 2022, reflecting strong interest in Kenya’s digital lending space.
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Health and Wellness
MPs fault Nursing Council over audit gaps, missing land title and fund discrepancies
The Office of the Auditor General reported that by June 30, 2024, only Sh 6,093,366 remained, leaving a variance of Sh 6,818,373. MPs said the gap raised concerns of possible violation of Regulation 54(1) of the PFM (National Government) Regulations, 2015, which bars diversion of funds meant for specific use.
News
Senate probes controversial fuel deal as Oryx claims Sh3.2bn loss after cancellation
Maangi told the Committee that Oryx received a direct request for proposal from the State Department of Petroleum on March 19, 2026, seeking urgent fuel supplies to cushion the country against global disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Business
Senate questions fuel systems as KPC details import shifts and storage position
Data tabled before the committee showed that Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) remained the leading imported product, driven by its heavy use in transport and industrial activity across the country.
News
Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) Board appoints Moses Wekesa as new Managing Director
According to the board, the appointment follows a structured selection process designed to identify a candidate with extensive experience in infrastructure development and large-scale project delivery across multiple international markets.
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I’m an industrialist, not a politician — Ida Odinga
Speaking in Mombasa, Ida made it clear that despite her proximity to influential political figures, she does not consider herself part of the political class.
Counties
Man dies after fall from KICC as police probe suspected suicide
The identity of the deceased had not been confirmed by the time of going to press, according to police.
News
Mudavadi urges county assemblies to prioritize citizens over internal interests
Mudavadi, however, stressed that the success of devolution depends on strong institutions and effective oversight. He said county assemblies are “indispensable” in ensuring accountability and faithful implementation of the Constitution. He added that devolution has improved access to resources and increased public participation, but still requires continued strengthening.
News
DPP moves to Supreme Court over Cybercrime Act free speech ruling
The case now places the Supreme Court at the centre of a defining constitutional question on how far the State can go in regulating online content while protecting digital rights and freedom of expression.
News
MCK boss pushes for stronger protection of journalists in fight against corruption
Omwoyo raised concern over what he described as a “crisis of deep stories,” saying many important investigative reports are not fully developed due to limited support for watchdog journalism.
Health and Wellness
Hospitals to adopt new SHA reimbursement system as tariff rollout enters final phase
The Social Health Authority has begun phased rollout of Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund tariffs, starting with Level 5 and 6 hospitals, with full implementation expected within 21 days.
News
Court rejects UDA bid to halt Gloria Orwoba's reinstatement
In a ruling delivered on April 13, 2026, Justice L. P. Kassan found that the applicant had failed to meet the legal threshold required to grant stay orders.
Business
Kenya expands domestic investor push in major port PPP projects
The strategy is anchored on the National Infrastructure Fund, which is intended to pool public and private capital for long-term projects. The Treasury noted that Kenya has sufficient financial resources locally but lacks structured coordination to fully channel them into PPP investments.
News
Counties face review as Senate probes IFMIS use and revenue systems
The committee is focusing on how counties are using technology to improve revenue collection, strengthen transparency, and reduce losses in public funds. Lawmakers are also checking whether IFMIS is fully applied in financial processes to improve reporting and automate operations.
Politics
Senator Kajwang urges governors to ignore boycott and attend audit hearings
Senator Kajwang said the hearings are not intended to punish governors but to interrogate how public resources are used and to help counties improve financial management. He added that many of the audit concerns are systemic and can be addressed through cooperation between the two levels of government.
Business
Motorists warn EPRA against fuel price hike ahead of April–May review
Currently, EPRA has set fuel prices at Sh178.28 per litre for Super Petrol, Sh166.54 for Diesel, and Sh152.78 for Kerosene. This is according to the March to April fuel review announced on March 14, 2026.
News
Chomba: Uneven fuel distribution behind localized shortages in Kenya
Chomba further explained that even stations handling large volumes are not spared, saying outlets that sell up to 5,000 litres a day can run out of fuel within hours due to supply bottlenecks and uneven distribution.
Business
KRA opens recruitment for new Commissioner General after Wattanga exit
The recruitment follows the departure of Humphrey Wattanga, who left office on Wednesday, April 8 after being placed on terminal leave by the board. He had earlier been asked to step aside but did not resign.
Education and Career
Auditor flags Sh1.8 billion KLB printing deal over procurement gaps
The audit findings come at a time when the Kenya Literature Bureau is facing declining financial performance. Its latest statements show a sharp fall in revenue, reflecting reduced demand for its publications.
Politics
Senator Osotsi records statement with DCI over Kisumu attack as Linda Mwananchi team demands arrests
The Linda Mwananchi delegation accused government-linked actors of enabling rising cases of political violence and goonism, saying the attack on Osotsi reflects a wider pattern of intimidation targeting leaders in the country.
News
MPs flag funding pressure, aging buildings at Kenya Embassy in Paris
The committee reviewed financial records showing that the embassy was allocated Sh 401.44 million for the 2025/26 financial year, with Sh 366.44 million set aside for recurrent spending and Sh 35 million for development work.
Politics
Governors on notice! Ledama pushes for lifetime Senate ban
The Narok Senator argued that leaders who have already served as governors and are linked to financial impropriety should face a permanent political lockout from the Senate.
Education and Career
Relief for teachers as State releases Sh1.5bn exam allowances
The examination council depends on a large workforce drawn mainly from the teaching profession to run national assessments. For the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education exams, 22,247 security officers, 54,782 invigilators, 12,126 supervisors and 10,765 centre managers were deployed.
News
Residents in Isiolo surrender illegal guns as Operation dumisha usalama gains ground
Police said the weapons, handed over on Monday by two individuals, were accompanied by magazines and ammunition and have since been secured in the station armoury as investigations and further action continue under the amnesty-led disarmament exercise.
Sports
Kenyan-born Madina Okot picked 13th draft in WNBA
Speaking to the media in New York after the draft, the 6-foot-6 center—who began her sporting career in volleyball before transitioning to basketball—reflected on her journey from Zetech College in Kenya to playing college basketball in the United States at Mississippi and University of South Carolina. She said she leaves college as one of the most dominant post players in the game.
News
MP Kagiri defends eco levy, says imports are crushing local sanitary towel industry
Laikipia Woman Rep Jane Kagiri says cheap sanitary towel imports are undercutting Kenya’s 10 local manufacturers, slashing jobs and leaving capacity idle, as she defends an Eco levy to support domestic production.
Education and Career
KUCCPS sets up nationwide centres to support 2025 KCSE placement applications
The centres have been set up in selected universities, technical training institutions and colleges across the country to improve access to assistance for students in different regions.
Business
Sh7bn leak exposed in stalled road projects as audit flags delays and contract breaches
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu, in a report for the period ending June 30, 2025, details how weak management of pending bills, delayed payments, and irregular contract variations has pushed avoidable losses beyond Sh7 billion.
News
Chomba: Why Kenya’s petroleum sector is only a logistics chain, not an industry
Petroleum outlets chair Martin Chomba noted that fuel imports are largely handled through agreements involving firms from Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi and Dubai, with the government stepping in to guarantee transactions due to the strategic importance of fuel.
News
Met Department warns of continued showers across major regions
Coastal counties, including Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale, Lamu and Tana River will also experience overnight showers, with light morning rainfall along the coast and isolated thunderstorms developing in the afternoon.