Athi Water secures license for pipeline project through Karura Forest

The Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) has received a Special User License (SUL) from the Kenya Forest Service to undertake works under the Gigiri–Karura–Outer Ring Road Transmission Pipeline Project. According to... Read more »

GCR affirms Afreximbank ratings, removes rating watch on reduced sovereign risk

Audio By Vocalize   Afreximbank President Dr George Elombi. [File, Standard] GCR Ratings has affirmed the African Export-Import Bank’s (Afreximbank) long and short-term issuer ratings at A and A2, respectively, removing... Read more »

Kenya: EACC Seeks Constitutional Amendments to Bar Impeached Leaders From 2027 Ballot

Nairobi — The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has proposed amendments to key constitutional provisions it says have hindered the effective enforcement of integrity standards for candidates seeking elective office. Appearing Thursday... Read more »

KQ picks NSE boss Kiprono Kittony, David Ndii in Board shake-up

Audio By Vocalize From left: Chris Diaz, Kiprono Kittony and David Ndii appointed in the KQ Board. [File,Standard] Kenya Airways has appointed four new board members, including President Ruto’s former chief economic... Read more »

Kenya: Ombudsman Gives MoH 7 Days to Explain Vitamin A Shortage in Public Facilities

Nairobi — Public administration watchdog has given the Ministry of Health seven days to explain reports alleging a shortage of Vitamin A supplements in public health facilities, warning that any prolonged disruption... Read more »

Kenya: DP Kindiki Pledges Govt Support to Families of Chopper Crash Victims

Nairobi — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged government support, including job opportunities for next of kin, to the families of Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno and five others who perished in... Read more »

Museveni launches Uganda’s first Islamic insurance provider

Audio By Vocalize President Yoweri Museveni graces the launch of Tamini General Insurance, Uganda’s first Islamic insurance company, on Tuesday. [File Caption] Uganda has launched its first Islamic insurance... Read more »

Why China’s Two Sessions matter more than ever in a world at war » Capital News

China’s annual “Two Sessions” have long served as a barometer of the country’s priorities and direction. This year, however, they carry exceptional global significance. As the war involving the United States and... Read more »

Why Wanga, Omollo are in silent war

Audio By Vocalize Interior PS Raymond Omollo and Governor Wanga addressing journalists in Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay town on April 29, 2025. [James Omoro, Standard] There seems to be a simmering... Read more »

European allies rush to bolster Cyprus defences after drones target British base » Capital News

European allies are rushing warships and anti-drone defences to Cyprus after a British air base was hit on the island over the weekend. The small Eastern Mediterranean nation has found itself unexpectedly... Read more »