NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept. 8, 2026 — President William Ruto has assented to legislation formally establishing the Kenya National Council for Population and Development (KNCPD) as a statutory body with a strengthened mandate to guide the country on population matters and their impact on national development. The President signed the Kenya…
Indonesia Reopens Five Airports After Anak Krakatau Eruption Strands 341,000 Passengers
Five airports have resumed operations after volcanic ash disrupted air travel across Indonesia, with authorities warning that further eruptions could cause fresh disruptions. JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesia has reopened five airports after volcanic ash from the erupting Anak Krakatau disrupted nearly 3,000 flights and affected about 341,000 passengers. The reopening…
Kenya Airways CEO George Kamal resigns, citing personal reasons
Kenya Airways is set for another change at the top after acting Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Capt. George Kamal announced his resignation from the national carrier. Kamal, who has attributed his decision to personal reasons, will leave the airline at the end of September after completing a…
Court allows 159 nicco movers matatus to resume Operations.
By Gladys Musyoka. The high court has issued an order quashing a decision of a matatu Sacco tribunal suspending the operation of Nicco movers matatus from conducting public transport along Thika road. Vacation judge justice Janet Mulwa said the decision of the tribunal to suspend the operations of 159 Matatus…
Eldoret: Married Nurse Shot Dead Over Alleged Love Triangle.
A night out ended in horror at the General Service Unit (GSU) mess compound in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, after 45-year-old nurse Doris Murei Nandi was shot six times in a suspected crime of passion. Doris, a married health worker, was reportedly drinking at a bar within the camp with…
PCEA Reaffirms Independence, Rejects Claims of Delegation Seeking Political Favours
The Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) has reaffirmed its independence and non-partisan position amid public concerns over reports of an alleged planned visit by some clergy to State House to seek financial assistance. In a statement dated August 28, 2026, PCEA Moderator of the 24th General Assembly, Rt. Rev.…
East Africa’s Transport Corridors Enter New Era as Rail, Roads and Logistics Projects Reshape Regional Trade
By The Port Brief East Africa is entering a new phase of economic integration as Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and their neighbours accelerate investments in modern transport corridors designed to cut cargo costs, improve connectivity and strengthen regional trade. The region’s transport network is centred on three strategic corridors — the…
Kalonzo, Gachagua Takes Fight to Ruto Over Political Intolerance
NAIVASHA, Nakuru County — Former Deputy President and Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of President William Ruto’s administration as he addressed residents in Naivasha on Saturday. Gachagua’s appearance in Naivasha comes a day after his convoy was attacked during his political tour…
Seven Killed, Over 30 Injured in Makueni Matatu Crash
MAKUENI, Kenya — Seven people have died while more than 30 others sustained serious injuries after a matatu carrying about 50 passengers crashed in Makueni County on Friday night. At the time of the initial response, emergency teams were still carrying out rescue and scene-clearance operations, making it difficult to…
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale’s Wife Gloria Dies After Heart Attack
KAKAMEGA, Kenya — Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale is mourning the death of his wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, who died suddenly on Saturday morning after suffering a heart attack. The Senator confirmed the death in a statement, describing the loss of his wife as a devastating blow to his family and…