Nairobi, Kenya – The suspension of USAID activities in Kenya has left a significant gap in foreign assistance, creating an opportunity for China to expand its influence in the East African nation. While the United States has historically been one of Kenya’s largest development partners, recent funding cuts and shifts in policy have slowed USAID-backed…
Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga made a historic attempt to become the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) but narrowly lost to Mahamoud Ali Youssouf of Djibouti in a highly competitive race. Despite not clinching the position, Odinga’s campaign gained strong diplomatic support, securing endorsements from over 20 African nations, including Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe,…
The banking sector in Kenya has suffered a significant loss following the death of Patrick Kaguta Githendu, a majority shareholder and director of Co-operative Bank, who passed away on February 4, 2025. His contributions to the bank, as well as his influence in the coffee and financial sectors, have left a lasting impact on the…
After months of scrutiny, Justice Mohammed Noor Kullow has been cleared of all allegations of judicial misconduct by a tribunal led by Court of Appeal Judge Patrick Kiage. The tribunal’s report, submitted to President William Ruto at State House Nairobi, dismissed the accusations and recommended that Justice Kullow be reinstated to the Environment and Land…
Kenya is undergoing a seismic shift in healthcare financing as the Social Health Authority (SHA) takes center stage, officially replacing the long-standing National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). This transition marks a radical restructuring of the country’s health insurance model, promising broader coverage, equity, and efficiency. From NHIF to SHA: A Necessary Shake-Up? For decades, NHIF…
