Debt Crisis Chokes Kenya’s Health System as Civil Society Demands Fair Global Lending
Civil Society Organizations Demands Fair Global Lending. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, July 1, 2026 — Civil society organisations have intensified calls for sweeping reforms to the global financial system, warning that Kenya’s mounting debt burden is draining resources from healthcare, education and other essential public services while pushing millions of vulnerable citizens deeper into poverty….
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Hennessy Deepens Kenya Investment as Luxury Market Expands, Focuses on Building Hospitality Talent
Fabien Levieux, Global Education and Training Manager at Hennessy speaking during a media breakfast roundtable held in Nairobi. By ATN NAIROBI, July 30, 2026 — Global cognac house Hennessy has reaffirmed its confidence in Kenya’s fast-growing luxury market, announcing plans to invest in developing hospitality professionals as the country cements its position as a regional…
Wandayi Pushes Clean Cooking Agenda to Curb Rising Respiratory Diseases
Wandayi Pushes Clean Cooking Agenda to Curb Rising Respiratory Diseases By Peace Muthoka SIAYA, Sept. 27, 2026 — Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary James Opiyo Wandayi has called for faster adoption of clean cooking solutions, saying millions of Kenyans continue to face serious health risks from smoke produced by firewood and charcoal. Speaking during the…
Kenya Joins Global Mission to Set First ISO Standards for Menstrual Products
Kenya Chosen to Lead Global Push for Safer Menstrual Products By Editorial Team. NAIROBI, June 26, 2026 — Kenya has been selected as a pilot country in the development of the world’s first International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for menstrual products, placing the country at the forefront of efforts to improve the quality, safety…
Babu Owino Secures Release of Over 200 Gen Z Protesters at Milimani Courts
By Editorial Team NAIROBI, June 26, 2026 — Embakasi East MP Babu Owino on Friday represented more than 200 Gen Z protesters at the Milimani Law Courts after they were arrested during demonstrations marking the June 25 anniversary protests. Speaking outside the court, Owino said the young people had been detained while commemorating the anniversary…
Court of Appeal Fast-Tracks Nairobi County Planning Contempt Case Amid Integrity Concerns
By Editorial Team NAIROBI, June 26, 2026 — The Court of Appeal has fast-tracked a contempt of court case against the Nairobi County Government, setting July 7 as the hearing date in a legal battle that could shape the future of urban planning and public accountability in the capital. The case pits the county government…
Damaris Maweu Joins Leaders in Honouring Legacy of Late Stephen Ngei Musyoka and Wife
Damaris Maweu Joins Leaders in Honouring Legacy of Late Stephen Ngei Musyoka and Wife By Peace Muthoka MAKUENI, June 26, 2026 — Incoming Makueni Woman Representative Damaris Maweu on Friday joined family, friends, and leaders in Syengoni, Makindu, to pay her last respects to the late Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Ngei Musyoka during a solemn…
Gen Z Movement Declares Independence From Politicians After Protest Anniversary
Gen Z Group Declares Independence From Politicians After Protest Anniversary By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, June 26, 2026 — A section of Kenya’s Gen Z movement has announced a new phase in its activism, declaring it will distance itself from politicians and individuals it accuses of exploiting youth-led protests for personal gain. Speaking in Nairobi on…
Babu Owino Vows Legal Battle for Protesters Held Over Gen Z Anniversary Demonstrations
By Editorial Team NAIROBI, June 25, 2026 — Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has vowed to mount a strong legal defence for more than 200 protesters detained at Central Police Station following demonstrations marking the anniversary of the Gen Z protests. Speaking after visiting those in custody, Owino said the young people had committed no…
ODM Rallies Behind Protest Victim Compensation as Leaders Push for Justice and Peaceful Demos
ODM Rallies Behind Protest Victim Compensation as Leaders Push for Justice and Peaceful Demos By Peace Muthoka. NAIROBI, June 24, 2026 — ODM leaders have defended the government’s compensation plan for victims of protest-related violence, describing it as a crucial first step in Kenya’s long search for justice, healing and democratic reform. Speaking during a…