The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a welcome reduction in fuel prices across Kenya, effective from January 15 to February 14 2026. In its latest monthly review, the regulator lowered the maximum pump prices for Super Petrol, Automotive Diesel, and Kerosene by an average of Ksh2 per litre, providing some relief to […]
Ruto nominates Ida Odinga as an ambassador to UNEP, forwards name to Parliament
President William Ruto has nominated Canon Dr. Ida Betty Odinga for appointment as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), strengthening the country’s diplomatic engagement on global environmental issues In a press release issued by the Executive Office of the President on Friday, January 23, 2026, the nomination was made […]
CBK Warns Against Using Kenya Shilling Notes for Decorative Bouquets
You could soon face the force of the law for the viral romantic gesture involving making a cash bouquet from Kenyan banknotes. This is after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) sounded a warning on Monday, February 2, against the use of Kenyan shilling banknotes for decorative purposes. In a press release dated Monday, February […]
Ruto Slashes PAYE for Kenyans Earning Ksh50,000 to 25%
President William Ruto has announced that Kenyans earning salaries of up to Ksh50,000 will benefit from tax cuts, with the applicable rate set to be reduced from 30 per cent to 25 per cent under proposed tax changes by his administration. Speaking during a meeting with UDA aspirants at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, the […]
Renowned American gospel singer Ron Kenoly dies at 81.
Legendary American gospel singer and song writer Ron Kenoly don die. Di popular worship leader die on Tuesday, 3 February at di age of 81. Im music director Bruno Miranda confam im death on top di singer official Instagram account. “Dis morning, Feb. 3, 2026, we tok goodbye to Dr. Ron Kenoly,” Miranda tok. For […]
Arsenal beat Chelsea to reach first major cup final …
Arsenal took a step closer to winning their first major silverware since 2020 as they beat Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup final. Leading 3-2 from the first leg, the Gunners had to wait until the 97th minute to seal their progress on a tense evening at the Emirates Stadium. Substitute Kai Havertz scored the […]
Kenya Power plans to interrupt power supply in several regions today
Kenya Power has announced a planned interruption of electricity supply across multiple regions in the country today, affecting parts of the Mt Kenya, Coast, North Rift, Western, and South Nyanza regions. The interruptions are scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with most areas expected to be without electricity between 9.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m., although some locations will […]
How Climate Change Affects Sporting Calendars
As the impacts of climate change intensify, the relationship between professional sports and environmental challenges has reached a critical juncture. This article examines how rising temperatures and extreme weather threaten the integrity of sporting events and venues, while also highlighting the potential for the sports industry to lead in sustainability initiatives and innovative practices for […]
State House Scramble: Over 9,000 UDA Aspirants Flock to Ruto’s Strategic Meeting following 2027 elections
Over 9,000 UDA aspirants descend on State House for a high-stakes strategy meeting with President Ruto, signaling the unofficial start of the 2027 election campaigns. The race for 2027 has kicked off in earnest. The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has summoned an army of over 9,000 political hopefuls to State House, Nairobi, marking the […]
Ukraine-Russia talks under way in Abu Dhabi in wake of ‘massive’ strikes on Kyiv – Europe live
The talks in Abu Dhabi comes a day before the New Start treaty between the US and Russia is due to expire, removing the last remaining mutual limits on the world’s two biggest nuclear arsenals. The milestone will be a death knell for more than five decades of arms control at a time of surging global instability, contributing to […]