Dangote faces legal challenges over his Ksh2 trillion Lamu oil refinery project. The Nigerian businessman addressed the issue during a meeting with Kenyan and East African investors. He stated that legal hurdles are common in large investments across Africa. The court ruling has sparked debate over the project's future. Investors remain cautious about the project's viability.
A Kenyan court has ordered a pause in construction work at Aliko Dangote's $16 billion Lamu refinery, according to recent reports. The decision comes as Dangote, Africa’s richest man, continues to pro…
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has announced that his $16 billion oil refinery project in Kenya will be completed faster than Uganda’s long-delayed refinery in Hoima. The project, set to begin con…
Digital skills in Kenya are not keeping pace with the growing demand from employers, according to a recent report. The study found that while the country is investing heavily in technology, the workfo…
A new report highlights the growing risk of child trafficking in Kenya, with children being targeted for sexual exploitation, forced labor, and ritual practices. The study, conducted by local research…
Kenya and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have announced plans to expand their collaboration by establishing new digital hubs focused on cloud computing and digital skills development. The initiative, part…
AI and digital sovereignty are reshaping African trade, according to Ludovic Thanay, a key figure in the region’s economic transformation. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has created…
Aliko Dangote, Nigerian billionaire and owner of the world's largest private oil company, is set to launch a $16 billion oil refinery in Kenya, a project backed by President William Ruto. The refinery…
President William Ruto defended the Lamu Oil Refinery, a $2.2 trillion project co-developed with Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, against critics who accused him of sabotage. The project, set to be…
Former Kabete MP George Muchai was killed along with his bodyguards in Nairobi on February 7, 2015. The victim, also a former trade union official, was shot during an attack that occurred in the early…
Tanzania has suspended access to two climbing routes on Mount Kilimanjaro following a wildfire that threatened the area. The National Parks Authority (TANAPA) confirmed the blaze started in the Sangar…
Kenya's health ministry is set to replace the Public Health Institute with a new disease control centre, according to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. The move follows a review of the existing leg…
A Malindi Environment and Land Court has temporarily suspended construction work at the Dangote refinery in Lamu, citing ongoing land disputes. The decision comes as the project faces legal challenges…
Kenya's Emerging Stars made a strong statement in their Africa U23 Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania, winning 4-1 in a tightly contested match. The victory gives Kenya a commanding first-leg a…
Aliko Dangote's oil refinery project in Lamu has sparked a legal and political debate over land compensation. Senator Dan Maanzo from Makueni has called for residents affected by the development to be…
Kisumu Governor Aspirant Rogers Okeya has proposed using oil revenue to fund education across all levels, from early childhood to university, if elected in the 2027 elections. Speaking in Kisumu on Se…
Wiper Patriotic Front has taken steps to dispel rumors that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, might form a political alliance with President William Ruto. The party has reportedly issued statements to clar…
Dog bites in Kenya are increasingly linked to rabies cases, with experts warning that up to 99 percent of human infections come from animals. The warning comes as local health authorities emphasize th…
Dog bites remain a significant public health concern in Kenya, with up to 99 percent of human rabies cases linked to infected animals. Experts warn that unvaccinated dogs pose a direct threat to commu…
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has issued warnings about the potential impact of El Niño rains, which could lead to widespread flooding and displacement of millions of people. The commission…
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has issued urgent warnings about the potential impact of El Niño-induced rains, highlighting the risk of widespread flooding and displacement of millions. The…
Babu Owino, member of parliament for Embakasi East, has proposed introducing electric trains to ease Nairobi's traffic congestion. The idea comes as the city continues to struggle with daily gridlock,…
Nairobi’s governor, Johnson Sakaja, has warned that schools in the capital may be forced to close if heavy rains linked to El Niño continue. The warning comes as the region braces for increased rainfa…
Prosecutors in Kilifi have called for stricter measures to combat illegal logging and poaching in the Arabuko Sokoke Forest, a critical coastal ecosystem. The push comes amid growing concerns over the…
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has issued warnings about the potential impact of El Niño-induced flooding, emphasizing that low-income families and informal settlements are most at risk. The…
Nairobi’s Rivers Commissioner, John Kioli Kalua, died suddenly after a severe asthma attack in the city’s central business district. The incident occurred while Kalua was engaged in personal business,…
