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FinanceDaily Nation1mo ago

KCB Group Reports 11% Profit Growth in Q1

KCB Group announced an 11% profit growth, reaching Sh18 billion in the first quarter, attributed to increased digital loan disbursements and strong foreign operations.

Two Dead After Small Plane Crashes Into Ohio Home
WorldCNNFox Newsder-standard+4die-presseThe IndependentYahoonz-herald1mo ago7 sources

Two Dead After Small Plane Crashes Into Ohio Home

A small plane crashed into a residential home in Ohio, resulting in the deaths of two people. The impact caused the house to be engulfed in flames.

Worldcitizen-tz2mo ago

WWF Funds Water Loss Reduction in Tanzanian Districts

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is set to invest Sh1.3 billion to combat water losses in the Rombo, Siha, Longido, and Arumeru districts of Tanzania. This initiative aims to improve water management and conservation efforts in these areas.

WorldDaily Nation2mo ago

Matatu Fare Hike Infuriates Murang’a Residents

Residents of Murang’a are infuriated by a significant matatu fare increase on the Makuyu route, where prices have jumped from Sh5 to Sh15. The fare hike is causing considerable concern among commuters.

Vietnam President Warns of Superpower Conflict at Shangri-La Dialogue
WorldReutersNYTNPR+37yle-uutisetcnbcnosukrainska-pravdaberlingskeSCMPdie-presseBusiness Insider+29 more1mo ago40 sources

Vietnam President Warns of Superpower Conflict at Shangri-La Dialogue

Vietnamese President To Lam delivered a keynote speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, warning of the risks of superpower conflict and three converging global crises in the Asia-Pacific region. He emphasized that solutions must come from the Asia-Pacific itself.

Fire Kills 16 Students at Kenyan Girls' Boarding School
WorldBBCNYTThe Guardian+45Al JazeeraCNNdr-dknzzyle-uutisetcbcnosaftonbladet+37 more1mo ago48 sources

Fire Kills 16 Students at Kenyan Girls' Boarding School

A devastating fire ripped through a girls' boarding school dormitory in Kenya, killing 16 students and injuring dozens more. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the tragic blaze.

PoliticsDaily Nationstar-kenya1mo ago2 sources

Kenya's Matatu Strike Called Off After Talks with President Ruto

The matatu (public transport) strike in Kenya has been called off following successful talks between transport sector officials and President William Ruto. The agreement aims to address the fuel crisis and includes discussions on loan relief for matatu operators.

BusinessDaily Nation1mo ago

Auction of 14 Riverside Property to Proceed

An appellate court has dismissed the latest attempt to halt the auction of the 14 Riverside property, which includes the Dusit D2 hotel, over a Sh1.66 billion debt, clearing the way for the sale next week.

Governments Scrap or Struggle with Rail Projects
PoliticsberlingskendtvDaily Nation1mo ago3 sources

Governments Scrap or Struggle with Rail Projects

Several governments are facing challenges with ambitious rail infrastructure projects, including the Kerala government scrapping its high-speed rail plan and the Kenyan government failing to revive the Riruta-Ngong rail project. Concerns over high costs for proposed railway lines are also being highlighted.

Global Fuel Prices See Fluctuations, Prompting Varied Government Responses
BusinessAPReutersbloomberg+29FTFox NewstagesschaufazDWrzeczpospolitatvn24delfi-lt+21 more1mo ago32 sources

Global Fuel Prices See Fluctuations, Prompting Varied Government Responses

Fuel prices are experiencing diverse changes worldwide, with significant hikes in India leading to increased consumer and service costs. Conversely, some European nations like Poland and Lithuania have reported price decreases, while Kenya's government plans to stabilize rates, all against a backdrop of broader economic concerns linked to geopolitical events.

Tanzania Commission Details Election Violence Deaths, Causes
Worldmail-guardianstandard-kenyacitizen-tz2mo ago3 sources

Tanzania Commission Details Election Violence Deaths, Causes

A Tanzanian commission investigating the October 29 election violence reported 518 deaths, primarily from gunshots, and confirmed the unrest was planned, coordinated, and financed. The commission identified five root causes of the violence, dismissed mass grave claims, and urged reconciliation and reforms.

Kenya Fuel Prices Fall After VAT Cut to 8 Percent
Businessirozhlaschina-dailyDaily Nation+2standard-kenyastar-kenya2mo ago5 sources

Kenya Fuel Prices Fall After VAT Cut to 8 Percent

Kenya's President Ruto announced a reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel from 16% to 8% for three months. This policy change led to an immediate drop in petrol and diesel prices across the country, as implemented by EPRA.

Worldstandard-kenya1mo ago

Kenya Seeks Additional Funds for AFCON 2027 Preparations

Kenya's government is reportedly seeking an additional Sh11 billion to meet the deadline for preparations to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027. The funds are crucial for infrastructure development and other logistical requirements.

France Probes Israeli Firm Over Election Interference Claims
WorldThe IndependentYahoojerusalem-post+2n1-bihDaily Nation1mo ago5 sources

France Probes Israeli Firm Over Election Interference Claims

French authorities have launched an investigation into the Israeli firm BlackCore over allegations of its involvement in a smear campaign and interference in local French elections. Sources indicate the probe is examining the extent of the firm's alleged activities.

PoliticsDaily Nation2mo ago

Somali Suspect with Kenya Ties Flees Minnesota Fraud Case

Abdirashid Ismail Said, a Somali suspect with connections to Kenya, has fled after failing to appear in court for a Sh1.4 billion fraud case in Minnesota. By skipping court, he forfeited his Sh19 million bond, prompting authorities to pursue his capture.

Healthcitizen-tz2mo ago

Tanzania's Muhimbili Hospital Faces Capacity Challenges

A report questions whether Tanzania's Muhimbili National Hospital is adequately equipped to serve the country's large population, highlighting significant capacity challenges. The article discusses the Sh1.2 trillion question regarding its scale.

Chinese National Jailed for Smuggling Ants from Kenya
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianCNN+9dr-dkn1-serbiastraits-timesklix-bahk-free-pressDaily Nationstandard-kenyastar-kenya+1 more2mo ago12 sources

Chinese National Jailed for Smuggling Ants from Kenya

A Chinese national has been sentenced to one year in prison and fined for attempting to smuggle over 2,000 live ants out of Kenya.