KENYA NEWS

President William Ruto's security advisor Monica Juma has cautioned that the ongoing war in Sudan could escalate and cause instability in the region if a resolution is not reached soon.  Juma warns that the conflict, which has been going on for more than 100 days, could lead to the…

The Court of Appeal has lifted the orders that prevented the implementation of the Finance Act 2023 pending the hearing and determination of the appeal.  On July 28th, Justice Mohammed Warsame ruled that the Treasury Cabinet Secretary's appeal was valid. The State argued that the suspension of…

President William Ruto on Thursday affirmed his optimism that the opposition-led protests over the cost of living and government job distribution will end similarly to the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) which he strongly opposed.  Although he avoided commenting on Tanzanian President Samia…

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned foreigners travelling to Kenya that the electronic visa application and processing systems are encountering difficulties possibly due to the recent string of cyber attacks by a Sudanese hacking group.  The ministry's Permanent Secretary Korir Sing'Oei…

A group of hackers from Sudan has claimed that they have taken down several Kenyan websites including government sites like e-Citizen as well blue-chip companies.  The group claims that their actions are in protest of Kenya's alleged meddling in Sudan affairs. However, the group has…

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has said President William Ruto declined South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's offer to mediate talks between them.  While President Ruto has agreed to meet Raila for talks, the former prime minister insists on having a third-party mediator present. Despite…

The government has yet again affirmed its stance on Politicians accused of inciting violent protests.  Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo on Wednesday, July 26, said that security agencies will not hesitate to take action against those who perpetrate violence and property destruction…

National Assembly Majority leader Kimani Ichungwah has dismissed former President Uhuru Kenyatta's comments that President William Ruto has not reached out to him.  During a meeting with media editors at his Nairobi residence on Monday, Uhuru disclosed that he frequently visited the residences…

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has rejected presented William Ruto's olive branch.  In an interview with Al Jazeera on Wednesday, July 26, Raila expressed doubt over Ruto's sincerity and trustworthiness. He also questioned why the president chose to extend the olive branch via social media instead…

The United States Embassy has issued a security warning to its citizens in preparation for the vigils being organized by the Azimio la Umoja.  In a statement on Tuesday, July 25, the embassy cautioned that the events which will take place across the country may potentially become violent…