Politics
Gachagua alleges growing crackdown on media ahead of 2027 elections
Gachagua claimed journalists covering corruption, alleged abuse of the rule of law, and misuse of public resources were operating under constant intimidation
East Africa
Health and Wellness
Unicef and Gavi step up search for Ebola vaccine as Kenya tightens surveillance
According to Health CS Duale, the Ministry of Health activated the national Ebola Incident Management System on May 20 as part of efforts to strengthen readiness in the event of a possible outbreak.
Nairobi
New terminal, airfield works planned in Sh154.2bn JKIA upgrade
Under the plan, existing terminals will be upgraded and expanded to accommodate up to 12 million passengers every year, while a new terminal with capacity for 10 million passengers annually will also be built.
Business
KCB Group raises dividend payout as profit grows to Sh68.4 billion
The bank posted a net profit of Sh68.4 billion, an 11 percent increase compared to the previous year. Total assets rose by 9 percent to Sh2.1 trillion, reflecting steady growth in the balance sheet during the period under review.
News
Kenya heads into warmer, drier mid-year season as El Niño influence builds
The forecast indicates that while dry conditions will dominate, isolated pockets may still receive improved rainfall performance. “weakly enhanced chances for above-normal rainfall (probabilities of 40-50 per cent) are indicated over localised areas of northern Sudan, southern coastal Somalia and Kenya, as well as in a narrow strip from central Ethiopia to northern Somalia.”
News
Ruto roots Kenya–Tanzania ties in history, culture and shared identity
President William Ruto told Tanzania’s parliament that Kenya and Tanzania share cultural and linguistic unity. He highlighted Kiswahili, cross-border communities and the two countries’ long ties, urging leaders to strengthen bonds and cooperation.
Sports
CAF sets dates for historic East Africa co-hosted AFCON 2027
The 2027 tournament also marks a significant return of Africa’s premier football competition to the East African region for the first time in over five decades, since Ethiopia hosted the event in 1976.
Global Affairs
Heavy rains in Southern Ethiopia kill over 100, dozens missing
The disaster comes as East Africa experiences a surge of extreme weather, with floods also affecting parts of neighbouring Kenya. Meteorologists have linked the intensifying storms to climate change.
News
U.S. DFC appoints Selam Demissie as Regional Managing Director in Kenya to boost East Africa investments
Based in Kenya, Demissie will lead DFC’s regional operations, overseeing investments designed to support private-sector growth while expanding economic cooperation between the United States and East African countries.
Global Affairs
ICPAC warns of worsening drought in Eastern Africa
Looking ahead, January to March 2026 forecasts predict that drier-than-usual conditions will persist in regions not currently in dry season, including Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi. ICPAC warns that prolonged dryness could further affect food production, livestock, water supplies, and health outcomes.
News
Kindiki urges East African courts to speed up justice delivery
Kindiki encouraged wider adoption of alternative justice routes that help settle cases faster and at a lower cost. He said options such as Alternative Justice Systems, Court-Annexed Mediation and Small Claims Courts should be used more to meet the needs of modern society.
Global Affairs
Museveni renews push for joint East African defence
According to Museveni, the goal is to bring together the armies of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) under one umbrella.