Govt raises wheat prices to boost farmer incomes

The government has increased the producer price of locally grown wheat to Sh5,100 per 90-kilogram bag for the 2026 season, up from Sh4,750 last year, in a move aimed at improving farmers earnings, encouraging local production and reducing dependence on imported grain. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe announced the revised price in...

TVS motor launches smart electric scooter in Kenya

Global two-wheeler manufacturer TVS Motor Company has officially entered the African electric mobility market with the launch of its premium electric scooter, the TVS iQube, in Nairobi. The entry into Kenya marks a significant milestone in the company's international expansion strategy as urban commuters increasingly seek affordable, environmentally friendly transport solutions amid rising fuel costs...

Police join protest victims' Sh25.75m reparations payout

A protest reparations panel has approved compensation for 49 police officers, awarding them Sh25.75 million alongside payments to civilians who suffered human rights violations.

How One Acre of Avocado Trees Can Bring in Up to Ksh1.4 Million Annually

Agripreneur Elijah Sawe explains how one acre of avocados can generate substantial returns and unlock export opportunities.

Three Bank CEOs get court reprieve in Sh363m fraud case

Court has temporarily stopped the prosecution of the chief executives.

Kindiki crowned Mt Kenya East spokesperson by Njuri Ncheke elders

Njuri Ncheke elders declare Kindiki Mt Kenya spokesman, vow to defend DP seat

Njuri Ncheke elders announce a charm offensive targeting other communities to rally support...

Widespread Power Outage Hits Five Counties, Kenya Power Confirms

This comes just a week after a nearly nationwide power outage hit several parts of the country in July.

Dozens of decomposing bodies found at Chicago funeral home, authorities say

An investigation is underway after dozens of decomposing human remains were found at a Chicago funeral home, authorities said.. More than 50 bodies in "various states of decomposition" were located at the address associated with the South Chicago Chapel funeral home, Cook County officials said in a releaseThursday. The county medical examiner's office is "assessing [...] The post Dozens of decomposing bodies found at Chicago funeral home, authorities say appeared first on Kahawatungu.

LSK President Kanjama urges integrity after lawyers' arrests over Alleged multi-million fraud

Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Charles Kanjama called for greater accountability and integrity within the legal profession following the recent arrests of two advocates over separate allegations involving the misappropriation of client funds and a fake gold scam. In a statement on Friday, Kanjama said the allegations had cast a shadow over the legal [...] The post LSK President Kanjama urges integrity after lawyers' arrests over Alleged multi-million fraud appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Trump-backed Andy Ogles loses reelection bid and other Tennessee primary results

Former Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher will defeat conservative firebrand Rep. Andy Ogles in the Republican primary in the state's newly redrawn 5th District, CNN's Decision Desk projects, in the latest loss for a Trump-backed candidate. Hatcher will face Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder, who CNN projects will win the Democratic primary, in November. It's one [...] The post Trump-backed Andy Ogles loses reelection bid and other Tennessee primary results appeared first on Kahawatungu.

PS Isaboke urges youth to acquire IDs, register as voters 

Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke has called on chiefs and assistant chiefs to sensitise the youth on the importance of acquiring identification cards (IDs) to enable them to register as voters. Speaking after a consultative meeting with more than 60 local administrators from Sameta and Nyamache sub-counties in Nyamache Sub County, Kisii County,...

Stakeholders urged to partner with govt to unlock maritime opportunities

Blue economy stakeholders have been urged to strengthen collaboration with the government to unlock the full potential of the maritime sector, expand maritime education, and create meaningful opportunities for young people to drive socio-economic development. Speaking during the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) East Africa Branch networking conference in Mombasa, Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) Chief...

KRA, KPA Push for 24-Hour Mombasa Port Operation Under New Cargo System

KRA and KPA have been undertaking joint modernisation efforts to ease the process of cargo declaration and clearance at Kenyan ports.

US strikes $1.2bn deal to pay German firm to halt offshore wind projects

German energy company RWE has said it will abandon its offshore wind projects in the US after reaching a $1.2bn (£892m) payout deal with President Donald Trumps Department of the Interior (DoI). RWE said that it will now reinvest the sum into conventional gas projects, including $900m (£669m) in a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export [...] The post US strikes $1.2bn deal to pay German firm to halt offshore wind projects appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues

There was a surprise fall in US jobs last month as employment declined during the summer in local government education and retail, according to official figures. Analysts had predicted an uptick in the number of jobs created in the worlds largest economy in July, but the number of roles fell by 23,000 over the month. [...] The post Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues appeared first on Kahawatungu.

PS Omollo unveils support for 600 Homa Bay groups

The Principal Secretary State Department for Internal Security and National Administration, Dr. Raymond Omollo, Friday outlined a coordinated programme to equip youth groups with practical tools, strengthen technical skills and expand sustainable economic opportunities across Homa Bay County. The PS spoke during a meeting with youth leaders representing nearly 600 groups from across the county. [...] The post PS Omollo unveils support for 600 Homa Bay groups appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Seven killed after Thai teen shooter opens fire at home and school

At least seven people have been killed and more than 30 injured after a 14-year-old boy opened fire at his home and school on the outskirts of Thailands capital Bangkok. The student killed his grandparents and five teachers before taking his own life, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul told reporters. The attacker still had more [...] The post Seven killed after Thai teen shooter opens fire at home and school appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have signed a joint defence agreement, saying an attack on one of them would be seen as an attack on all three. The pact was announced at a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif in the Saudi city [...] The post Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence pact appeared first on Kahawatungu.

UK defends military partnership with Kenya, says reforms underway at BATUK

The United Kingdom defended its military partnership with Kenya, saying significant reforms have been implemented at the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) to address concerns raised by the Kenyan Parliament over the conduct of British soldiers. In a statement issued following remarks made in the Kenyan Parliament on Friday , the UK Ministry of [...] The post UK defends military partnership with Kenya, says reforms underway at BATUK appeared first on Kahawatungu.