By James Mutua The government has reaffirmed its commitment to restoring economic stability and easing the burden on Kenyans arising from the continued rise in global fuel prices, amid growing concerns over the high cost of living and transport disruptions across the country. Speaking during a press briefing at the headquarters of the United Democratic…
By James Mutua Matatu stakeholders have announced a one week suspension of the ongoing public transport sector strike following fresh negotiations with the Government over the rising cost of fuel. Addressing the media on Tuesday after meeting matatu stakeholders, Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the Government recognizes the hardships Kenyans are…
By East Africa Journal Reporter Wiper leader and former Vice President Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has accused President William Ruto’s administration of plunging the country into economic paralysis following the recent fuel price increases announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) last week. In a statement issued on Monday by the Office of the…
By James Mutua The spouse of the Prime Cabinet Secretary, Tessie Musalia, has called for stronger collaboration between the government, civil society and the private sector to support vulnerable children across the country. Tessie spoke in Mombasa during the annual Wemathon held at the Butterfly Pavilion Forest Trail and organised by the Wema Centre to…
By Editor Kenya’s position as a leading innovation hub got a boost today as Konza Technopolis hosted the inaugural IPDAYS forum in Nairobi. The event brought together startups, investors, and policymakers from Tunisia, Egypt, and Kenya to advance cross border collaboration in Africa’s growing digital economy. The IPDAYS Nairobi x Silicon Savannah Startup Fair 2026,…
By East Africa Journal Reporter Over 140 youths in Lamu County have graduated from the Huawei DigiTruck Programme after successfully completing a five week digital skills training programme conducted in Mokowe and Mpeketoni. Among the graduates was Rose Waithera, a young mother who enrolled in the programme while expectant and remained committed throughout the five…
By Jameson Mutua The Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) has defended the implementation of the Tea (Levy) Regulations, 2026, saying the new levy is aimed at strengthening the long-term sustainability and competitiveness of Kenya’s tea industry rather than increasing costs for consumers. Speaking during a media briefing at Tea House in Nairobi on Thursday, Tea…
By Jameson Mutua The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has officially presented Samuel Muchina Nyagah with the party’s Certificate of Nomination following his victory in the party primaries, confirming him as the party’s flag bearer for the upcoming Ol Kalou Constituency by-election scheduled for July 14, 2026. Speaking during the event, UDA Secretary General Senator Hassan…
By Jameson Mutua The University of Nairobi Council has appointed Prof. Ayub N. Gitau as the institution’s 9th Vice-Chancellor, ushering in a new chapter of leadership focused on academic excellence, innovation and institutional transformation at Kenya’s premier university. The appointment was made during a special sitting of the University Council held on May 14, 2026….
By East Africa Journal Reporter As the world marks Mental Health Awareness Month, attention to psychological well-being has become increasingly urgent across Africa. In 2025, the World Health Organization estimated that nearly 150 million people on the continent are living with mental health conditions, underscoring the growing scale of the crisis. Despite the rising burden,…
