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The Latest Breaking News from Kenya

Meet the Nairobi acrobats turning Kenyan traffic jams into a livelihood

In a country where unemployment remains widespread these performers can match the daily wage of labourers and farm workers

The Independent UK · Sep 9

The best under-the-radar destinations to visit in 2027, according to experts

The ‘Not Hot List’ features a nature reserve in Kenya, ski slopes in Georgia and a Latvian beach break

The Independent UK · Sep 9

Tata Chemicals sets up high-level committee to decide on Kenya operations

Tata Chemicals will establish a technical committee with Kenya to review regulatory issues. This committee will jointly be led by Kenyan mining officials and the subsidiary's CEO. The group will review concerns raised by the Ministry of Mining and submit a report. This development follows a recent "fruitful engagement" between…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

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Kenya's doctors threaten to join strike by nurses, citing increased workload in hospitals

Doctors in Kenya have threatened to join a strike by nurses that has entered a sixth week, citing an increased workload in hospitals as they cover for the impact of the industrial action

The Independent UK · Sep 8

How a simple group therapy programme is helping depressed teen mothers in Kenya

Pregnancy and early motherhood can be challenging under any circumstances for adolescents. But in Kenya the challenges are huge. Many pregnant and parenting adolescents face stigma, interrupted education, financial hardship, strained family relationships and limited social support.

The Conversation · Sep 7

In 2006, Green Belt Movement began restoring Kenya’s Aberdares after years of human pressure. 18 years later, 3.8 million trees had been planted across 2,000 hectares

The Green Belt Movement rehabilitated Kenya's Aberdares Forest, a vital water source. Illegal logging and cultivation threatened this primary forest ecosystem significantly. The project involved planting millions of trees and raising community awareness. This initiative empowered local populations and diversified their income sources. Wangari Maathai's efforts earned her the Nobel…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Indian company Tata Chemicals ordered to ‘pack and leave’ Kenya

Kenya's president William Ruto directs Tata Chemicals to leave the country, accusing it of failing to generate economic impact

The Independent UK · Sep 4

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After Adani, Tata feels the heat: Indian firms under fire in Kenya?

Kenya’s dispute with Tata Chemicals has revived concerns about Indian businesses in the country after Adani’s exit. But Kenya continues to attract Indian investment, suggesting the Tata case is less about anti-India sentiment and more about Nairobi’s push for local processing, ownership and economic benefits from its resources.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Tata Chemicals issues statement after Kenya govt orders suspension of operations

Tata Chemicals Magadi has submitted a compliance report to the Kenyan government to address regulatory concerns and is awaiting further instructions.

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Tata Chemicals shares fall 3% after Kenya orders end to operations. Here’s why

Tata Chemicals reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 17 crore in the June 2026 quarter, compared with a profit of Rs 252 crore a year earlier. Revenue rose 14.4% to Rs 4,255 crore, supported by higher volumes, but EBITDA fell 14.5% amid weaker overseas realisations. Shares have declined 15%…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

NBA star Yao Ming saw elephants and rhinos killed for ivory and horns; he later became a leading wildlife conservation campaigner in China

Yao Ming had spent years being watched by millions of people, but nothing in his basketball career prepared him for what he encountered in Africa. In August 2012, the former NBA star travelled through Kenya and South Africa to see the impact of the illegal wildlife trade firsthand. He watched…

The Times of India · Sep 4

Kenyan editor found safe after abduction

In tonight's edition: Media rights groups in Kenya call for an investigation after a top journalist is abducted overnight by heavily armed men. Also, trials for three potential vaccines against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola are due to start over the next couple of months. Plus Senegalese consumers who are…

France 24 · Sep 2

Kenya aviation workers end strike that paralyzed airport operations in the capital

Kenyan aviation workers have called off a strike that paralyzed air traffic for two days at the main international airport in the capital Nairobi

The Independent UK · Sep 1

Refinery to the world: Energy expert Anas Alhajji on India's surprising fuel advantage

Following a critical oil crisis, India has surfaced as a pivotal fuel supplier. Refineries reached peak performance, promoting export expansion. This development facilitated fuel provision to nations like Kenya. Nonetheless, the crisis underscored India's reliance on Gulf gas sources, emphasizing the need for varied suppliers and robust strategic oil reserves…

The Economic Times · Sep 1

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France 24 · Aug 31

Kenyan airport staff strike delays thousands of passengers

In tonight's edition: A workers' strike at Kenya's main airport leaves travellers grounded. Also, Ghanaian cocoa farmers are ramping up their pushback against a new law preventing them from using their land for anything else without permission. And in Tunisia, the picturesque town of Sidi Bou Saïd has been recognised…

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Workers' strike at Kenya's main international airport leaves passengers stranded

A workers’ strike has slowed air traffic at Kenya’s main airport in Nairobi, leaving many stranded after their flights were delayed or canceled

The Conversation · Aug 30

Nairobi’s expansion is swallowing up rural land: new book reveals the impacts on families

Nairobi’s transformation into a “world-class city” is both anticipated and celebrated in Kenya’s media. A new book, Peasants to Paupers: Land, Class and Kinship in Central Kenya, examines how the city’s expansion conceals profound social upheavals. These have root causes in the opportunities created by surging land values in rural…

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30

TV tonight: Hamza Yassin’s delightful birding odyssey in Africa

The wildlife presenter gets very excited about brilliant birds of prey in Kenya. Plus: Suranne Jones returns in cop drama Vigil. Here’s what to watch this evening

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

What could Meta’s US settlement mean around the world – and what now for other claims against firm?

Other governments could seek similar concessions, while separate legal action is pending in places ranging from Kenya to the Netherlands

The Economic Times · Aug 27

In 1970, George Adamson rented 500 square miles of unwanted Kenyan bush to return captive lions to the wild; 19 years later, after he was killed there, Kora became a national park

George Adamson lived a varied life in Kenya, becoming a renowned game warden. He and Joy Adamson gained fame for their book 'Born Free' about Elsa the lioness. After their separation, George focused on lion rehabilitation in Kora, Kenya. He faced dangers from poachers and bandit gangs while releasing lions.…

The Times of India · Aug 27

Florida couple declared dead in helicopter crash in Kenya; thieves break in their house, steal Porsche, Land Rover in less than 24 hours. Then comes a twist in court

55-year-old Henry Parra and 42-year-old Adam Hlavaty, a same-sex couple from Florida, were among the seven people who were killed when a helicopter they were in while on a safari in Kenya crashed last Wednesday. In less than 24 hours after they were declared dead and the news spread in…

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Two arrested for burglarizing home of couple killed in Kenya helicopter crash

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The Independent UK · Aug 27

Burglars ransack home of Florida couple killed in helicopter crash in Kenya

The late couple’s personal documents, vehicle key fob, valuable artwork and suspected identity-theft tools were found at the suspects’ Florida home, authorities say

Radio France Internationale · Aug 26

From Nashville to Nairobi: Dolly Parton’s enduring African influence

Country music icon Dolly Parton's remarkable career spanned generations and inspired people around the world – including across Africa. The star, who died in Tennessee on Tuesday at the age of 80, was particularly appreciated in South Africa thanks to her collaboration with renowned Zulu group Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

The Conversation · Aug 26

Kenya’s president rushed through universal health reforms. How he did it and why this matters

For decades, Kenyans without health insurance have had one option when they fall sick, or a hospital bill arrives. Reach out to friends and family to gather what they can for their healthcare.

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