What are the latest news in Kenya?
Economy & Trade
- Traders Protest Import Levies: Small-scale traders and cargo importers in Nairobi and Mombasa have staged demonstrations against increased import taxes and cargo clearance fees, leading to security interventions and container backlogs at the Port of Mombasa. KenyaMOJA.com———
- Fertiliser Subsidy Price Cut: The government announced a reduction in the price of subsidised fertiliser from KSh 2,500 to KSh 2,000 per 50kg bag starting September 1, aiming to support agricultural productivity and lower input costs for farmers. -Dawan Africa——–
- Opposition Rallies and Tensions: Security incidents were reported during opposition “Linda Mwananchi” rallies, including an attack on a convoy involving Siaya Governor James Orengo in Migori.- KenyaMOJA.com———
- Early 2027 Campaign Positioning: Political maneuvering continues to intensify across various regions as the government steps up infrastructure delivery tours while opposition figures raise accountability and governance challenges. -KenyaMOJA.com——–
- Flood and Landslide Warnings: The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued advisories forecasting heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslide risks across several counties heading into the late-year rainy season.- VantageKE———
- Capital Drainage Interventions: Nairobi County has initiated multi-billion shilling flood-mitigation and drainage clearing projects across identified flood hotspots in preparation for intense rains. -VantageKE——–
- Passing of Trade Union Leader: The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) announced the death of its long-serving Treasurer General, Albert Njeru.- KenyaMOJA.com———