The Latest Breaking News from Kenya

‛My father insisted that I have the baby, but not in his house’ – Kenya’s teen mums lack support

Kenya’s pregnant teenagers aren’t getting the support they need. These young women face massive hurdles, like access to healthcare, and social and economic challenges. Importantly, they often face stigma and discrimination.

The Conversation · Jan 7, 2025

Kenya Airways Shares Trade Again After Four-year Hiatus

The airline sought a suspension in July 2020 when the government proposed a law to renationalize the troubled carrier in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic that devastated global air travel.

International Business Times · Jan 6, 2025

Massive piece of space junk crashes into village in Kenya — and officials still have no idea where it came from

A 1,100-pound metal ring from a rocket smashed in to a Kenyan village, where it startled residents and flattened trees

LiveScience · Jan 3, 2025

Kenyan Opposition Senator Arrested During Anti-Abduction Protests

Opposition politician and protesters arrested in Nairobi demanding end to alleged abductions of government critics. Concerns raised over police involvement...

Top News · Dec 30, 2024

A butterfly collector in Africa with more than 4.2 million seeks to share them for the future

What began as a childhood hobby more than six decades ago has led to what might be Africa’s largest butterfly collection in a suburb of Kenya’s capital

The Independent UK · Dec 30, 2024

Kenyan President Vows To End Abductions Of Government Critics

Kenyan President William Ruto acknowledges abductions of government critics, promising to address the issue. Concerns raised by human rights activists and ...

Top News · Dec 28, 2024

Kenya Human Rights Commission Raises Concerns Over Abductions

Kenya faces a surge in abductions of government critics, drawing international concern over human rights issues.

Top News · Dec 27, 2024

Kenya probes alleged police involvement in abduction of government critics

Kenya’s police watchdog has raised concerns about the high number of abductions of those who have criticised President William Ruto, allegedly carried out by police officers.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 27, 2024

We can be heroes: the inspiring people we met around the world in 2024 – part two

From those performing extraordinary acts in times of war to the woman changing views of children with disabilities, these people gave us hope in a tumultuous year

The Guardian - UK · Dec 26, 2024

AP PHOTOS: Ballerinas turn one of Kenya's largest slums into a stage for a Christmas show

With perfect pirouettes and plies, dozens of young ballet dancers gracefully moved between the makeshift iron houses of one of Africa’s largest urban slums, spreading Christmas spirit.

The Independent UK · Dec 23, 2024