Trailers in Kenya have distinct number plates, and this phenomenon is replicated beyond the Kenyan borders.

With the May–June pump price for petrol set at Ksh214, some petrol stations are selling fuel for as low as KSh211 per litre.

The new appointee is expected to serve a three-year term and spearhead the greater heights in the new role.

Kenya Power recently increased power tariffs by Ksh4, with power bills expected to soar with the fluctuating fuel prices.

President William Ruto is jetting out of the country a few days after a two-day State visit to South Africa.

The club has won the FKF Premier League 22 times, an accomplishment that will take decades for any other club in the country to achieve.

The Kenyan government is preparing to monetise non-personal data collected through its eCitizen platform and other State systems, with plans to build a formal marketplace where researchers, businesses, NGOs, and innovators can purchase anonymised government datasets, Business Daily reports. The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy (MICTDE) is proposing a new National Data … The post Kenya to Sell eCitizen Government Data in New Digital Marketplace appeared first on TechTrendsKE.

In the current hectic digital economy, accuracy and speed are important success parameters for a business. Among the most neglected, yet essential details involved in conducting a business is the method you use for paying bills and getting money back. Using manual invoicing, follow-ups, and tracking of payments wastes time and causes numerous errors that … The post How an Automated Payment Collection System Can Help Your Business appeared first on TechTrendsKE.

China’s Yadea has entered Kenya with a range of electric motorcycles, bringing the world’s largest electric two-wheeler manufacturer into a market where competition is increasingly centred on battery infrastructure, rider acquisition and long-term ecosystem control. The company formally launched its Kenyan operations at Autoexpo Kenya 2026 in Nairobi, where it unveiled five electric motorcycle models … The post Yadea’s Kenya Entry Adds a New Rival to the Electric Motorcycle Market appeared first on TechTrendsKE.

The Competition Authority of Kenya is stepping up scrutiny of online markets as policymakers weigh how to protect consumers in an economy increasingly shaped by digital transactions. The issue dominated discussions at a research conference convened by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) in Nairobi, where government officials, academics, regulators and industry representatives examined the … The post Kenya Turns Attention to Consumer Protection as Digital Economy Expands appeared first on TechTrendsKE.

A new assessment of messaging app privacy has placed Signal at the top of the market while highlighting sharp differences in how major platforms collect user data and integrate artificial intelligence features. The study, published by cybersecurity company Surfshark, evaluated 10 of the most widely used iOS messaging applications using a scoring model that combined … The post Signal Tops a New Privacy Study as AI Becomes Common Across Messaging Apps appeared first on TechTrendsKE.

The High Court in Kerugoya has temporarily suspended the National Transport and Safety Authority’s (NTSA) second-generation smart driving licence and automated traffic enforcement system, halting a 21-year Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with Pesa Print Limited. Justice Dennis Kizito issued the conservatory orders on 29 May 2026 following a petition by the Road Safety Association of Kenya, … The post Court Halts NTSA Smart Licence and Automated Fines System appeared first on TechTrendsKE.

Public confidence in Kenya’s direction has reached its lowest point in three years, according to a new national survey by the Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) Research Institute. The poll paints a striking picture of a population that has grown increasingly pessimistic about the country’s trajectory, with negative sentiment climbing sharply since 2023 and hitting a new peak in 2026. From Mixed Views to a Crisis of Confidence The shift in public mood has been dramatic. In March 2023, 48% of respondents said Kenya was moving in the wrong direction, while 37% believed it was on the right track The post TIFA Survey: Most Kenyans Distrust Ruto, Parliament, and the Police as Pessimism Hits a Three-Year High appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi confirmed that the government has approved funding to let Kenya National Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) air the 2026 FIFA World Cup on free-to-air television. Mbadi made the announcement on June 4, when Gor Mahia FC visited his Treasury office in Nairobi to present the FKF Premier League trophy. He told Kenyans they will get a chance to watch the tournament. Mbadi said he contacted KBC Managing Director Kaleche, who is now finalizing arrangements to complete the deal. “World Cup is coming in a couple of days, and we are looking forward to this football extravaganza. I The post Kenyans Will Watch the 2026 World Cup for Free as Treasury Approves KBC Broadcasting Deal, Mbadi Says appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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A new TIFA poll shows that Kenyans see inflation, high prices, and high taxes as the country’s most serious problems. The findings reveal that 47% of respondents named inflation, high prices, and high taxes as the biggest concern. Unemployment and poverty came next at 23%. Corruption ranked third at 21%. Respondents mentioned other issues far less often. Just 2% cited lack of access to health care, and another 2% pointed to political tensions. Only 1% mentioned threats to peace and stability, and 1% cited crime or insecurity. About 1% also mentioned lack of access to or poor quality education, while The post New TIFA Survey Reveals What’s Keeping Kenyans Awake at Night and It’s Not Politics appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The United Green Movement (UGM) Party responded to sexual harassment allegations made by a former campaign staffer, Shakira Wafula, defending how it handled the matter. In a statement on Wednesday, June 3, the party rejected claims that its flagbearer, former Chief Justice David Maraga, sidelined women after complaints surfaced. Wafula came forward after Maraga attended the June 1 End Femicide demonstrations on Kenyatta Avenue in Nairobi. She questioned his commitment to protecting women and said he ignored her earlier reports of sexual harassment from a senior official in his party. Wafula wrote, “On a day meant for us to grieve The post Maraga’s Party Fires Back at Sexual Harassment Allegations, Calls Staffer’s Claims “Malicious and Dishonest” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) arrested Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo Akivaga after detectives found millions of shillings in cash during a search at his home in Syokimau. In a statement released Thursday, the anti-graft agency said it carried out the operation as part of ongoing investigations into allegations of conflict of interest, abuse of office, bribery, and possession of unexplained assets involving the senior county official. EACC said investigators suspect Akivaga received more than Ksh170 million through a series of suspicious cash and M-Pesa deposits between the 2019/20 and 2025/26 financial years. The post EACC Arrests Nairobi County Planning Chief After Detectives Find Ksh65 Million Cash at His Syokimau Home appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Siasa Place CEO Nerima Wako has confirmed that Mercy Tarus is safe and alive following reports on social media claiming that the activist had died.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced he is prepared for any outcome from the High Court on his impeachment case.

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has stepped in to support the family of one of the 16 students who died in the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy, assisting with repatriation and burial arrangements.

The National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Transport and Infrastructure has cautioned KeNHA against assigning several major road projects to the same contractors.

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said the government is undertaking measures to curb school fires.

The government has announced a support package of Ksh200,000 to each family that lost their loved ones in the Utumishi Girls Academy dormitory fire incident.

As Kenya waits for the court’s decision on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, the real political conversation has already moved beyond the courtroom. The question now is not simply whether Gachagua wins or loses. It is what happens next. A favourable ruling could return him to the centre of national politics at a time when […] The post If Gachagua Returns, What Happens to Kenya’s Opposition? appeared first on Ghafla! Kenya.

Veteran matatu Sacco Risen Sacco has been summoned by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) following a fatal road accident involving the popular matatu Detat along Enterprise Road in Nairobi’s Industrial Area. The summons comes as authorities intensify investigations into the crash, which claimed at least five lives and left several others injured, reigniting […] The post Matatu SACCO officials summoned by police for investigations after member matatu has killer crash appeared first on Ghafla! Kenya.

The Co-operative Bank of South Sudan (CBSS) hosted 41 Cooperatives Societies based in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State (NBG) for a capacity-building forum to deepen the impact of the Cooperative model in the farming and business communities in the State and across South Sudan. The state forum, hosted in partnership with Northern Bahr el Ghazal […] The post Co-operative Bank of South Sudan hosts Co-operatives Forum in Northern Bahr el Ghazal State appeared first on Ghafla! Kenya.

Raila Odinga Junior has shared a comprehensive update regarding the ongoing state-backed plans to construct a monumental mausoleum and memorial tomb in honor of his father, the veteran opposition leader and former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, affectionately known to millions as “Baba.” Providing a project update on Thursday, June 4, Junior revealed that the mausoleum […] The post Raila Odinga Junior Unveils Architectural Plans For ‘Baba Mausoleum’ In Bondo appeared first on Ghafla! Kenya.

Owen Mwatia, popularly known as Daddy Owen, has opened up about why he now keeps his romantic life out of the public eye following his divorce. Speaking on the Lesson at 30 podcast hosted by Dr Ofweneke, the singer reflected on his experiences with marriage, describing it as a beautiful institution that, while not mandatory, […] The post Daddy Owen opens up with the most important lesson he took from his failed marriage after wife left him for rich guy appeared first on Ghafla! Kenya.

Celebrated Kenyan comedian and digital strategist David Oyando, popularly known as Mulamwah, has stunned fans after trading his signature muddy comedy boots and oversized trousers for a university graduation gown in East Asia. Taking to his social media platforms on Thursday, June 4, 2026, the versatile content creator proudly announced that he had officially graduated […] The post Mulamwah Excited As He Graduates Top Of His Class At China’s Shenyang University appeared first on Ghafla! Kenya.