Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead after Chad air strikes on Boko Haram

Dozens of Nigerian fishermen are feared dead after Chads military launched air strikes on Boko Haram militants in the Lake Chad region, a local fishermens leader has told the BBC. Abubakar Gamandi Usman, chairman of Lake Chad Basin Fisheries Association of Nigeria, said several of the unions members were missing and estimated more than 40 [...] The post Dozens of Nigerian fishermen feared dead after Chad air strikes on Boko Haram appeared first on Kahawatungu.

NTSA Lists Little-Known Features of New e-Logbooks Ahead of June Rollout

The sudden shift by NSTSA is to solve the long list of problems that physical handling of logbooks caused, with the e-logbook likely to eliminate those barriers.

Kenya Met Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert Across Several Counties

The weatherman has issued a raft of alerts and warnings to Kenyans, with more regions expected to receive more than average rainfall from the latest forecasts.

'A total lack of respect': Macron halts Africa Forward Summit youth forum over noise

French President Emmanuel Macron seized the microphone at a University of Nairobi youth forum on Monday and rebuked delegates for making noise during the Africa Forward Summit.

Xiaomi Kenya Unveils "JiUpgrade Bila Stress" Campaign with Flexible Lipa Pole Pole Offers

Xiaomi Kenya has officially launched the new JiUpgrade Bila Stress campaign, a customer-first initiative designed to make upgrading to the latest REDMI smartphones simpler, more flexible, and more affordable through convenient Lipa Pole Pole payment plans. The campaign aims to remove the stress of large upfront smartphone payments by offering customers low deposits, manageable daily [...] The post Xiaomi Kenya Unveils JiUpgrade Bila Stress Campaign with Flexible Lipa Pole Pole Offers appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Treasury Speaks on Possible Smartphone Price Hikes From June After 25% Tax

Concerns have been raised that the Finance Bill 2026 smartphone tax could make essential devices more expensive and less accessible for many users.

MPs question low budget absorption in State Department for Cabinet Affairs

A parliamentary committee has raised concerns over the persistent low absorption of funds allocated to the State Department for Cabinet Affairs, warning that continued underutilisation could result in further budget cuts and disrupt the department's operations. The National Assembly Departmental Committee on National Administration and Internal Security questioned officials from the department over what lawmakers [...] The post MPs question low budget absorption in State Department for Cabinet Affairs appeared first on Kahawatungu.

EACC and FBI reaffirm Strategic Partnership to Combat Transnational Corruption

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have reaffirmed their strategic partnership to intensify the fight against transnational corruption, illicit financial flows, money laundering, and economic crimes. During a high-level courtesy visit to the EACC headquarters in Nairobi, EACC Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud hosted FBI Deputy Co-Director Andrew [...] The post EACC and FBI reaffirm Strategic Partnership to Combat Transnational Corruption appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Select Workers to Receive Retirement Perks Under New Govt Plan

President William Ruto has announced intentions to introduce perks for some workers post-retirement to encourage them to settle in the country.

Kenya, France deepen partnership on education, youth, innovation

President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron have unveiled an ambitious Kenya-France partnership targeting education reforms

Huduma Centre Introduces New Services Countrywide

The introduction of the new service marks a new phase in the expansion of the Huduma Kenya one-stop shop model, which aims to consolidate essential government services under one roof.

Aaron Ekblad Siblings: Get to Know Even and Darien Ekblad

Aaron Ekblad is a Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman and alternate captain for the Florida Panthers in the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on February 7, 1996, in Windsor, Ontario, he stands 64 and weighs around 220 pounds. Ekblad was selected first overall by the Panthers in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft after a standout [...] The post Aaron Ekblad Siblings: Get to Know Even and Darien Ekblad appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Kabras Sugar RFC clinch sixth Kenya Cup after beating KCB 14–8 in Kakamega

President William Ruto: Kenya is now manufacturing phones and computers

Kenya's Madina Okot impresses on her debut for Atlanta Dream in WNBA

Atlanta Dream battled back from a 17-point halftime deficit to snatch a 91-90 win against...

Inside Lamu's chaotic sea 'highways' putting lives at risk

The latest accident claimed two people when boats collided at the Kilindini Channel on Saturday.

Sam Reinhart Siblings: Meet Max and Griffin Reinhart

Samson Reinhart is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward and alternate captain for the Florida Panthers of the National Hockey League (NHL). Born on November 6, 1995, in West Vancouver, British Columbia, he stands 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighs approximately 196 pounds. Reinhart shoots right and is recognized for his high hockey IQ, [...] The post Sam Reinhart Siblings: Meet Max and Griffin Reinhart appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Why KRA Wants to Monitor Your Mobile Transactions

9 in every 10 people in Kenya rely on mobile transactions, sparking concern over the taxman's move to monitor some transactions.

'Totally unacceptable': Trump slams Iran's peace proposal as oil prices rocket

Trump has swiftly rejected a peace proposal from Iran, labelled by Tehran as 'generous and...

Dua Lipa sues Samsung over 'unauthorised' TV box image

Lipa first flagged the issue in June 2023, but Samsung reportedly refused to stop using the image.