Author: Muindi

Amboseli National Park, one of Kenya’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, has entered a new era. In a historic move, the National Government has officially transferred the management of the park to the County Government of Kajiado. This decision marks the end of a fifty-one-year dispute and signals a fresh approach to conservation led by the local community. 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐢 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐚𝐝𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐚 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 What a landmark day at the Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival 2025 in the heart of Amboseli! Graced by H.E.… pic.twitter.com/KaZEZ88sgf — Kenya Wildlife Service (@KWSKenya) November 8, 2025 A…

More than 500 top-tier financiers, policymakers, infrastructure investors, and innovators will converge in Nairobi on December 10–11, 2025, for the Africa Investment Conference (AfIC) 2025, hosted by CFA Society East Africa in partnership with CFA Institute and CFA Societies across the continent. This event arrives at a pivotal moment for East Africa, as the region accelerates efforts to harness domestic capital, regional alliances, and policy reform to drive inclusive development. East Africa’s Strategic Role in Africa-Led Investment Under the theme “Africa Investing in Africa: Solutions to Challenges,” AfIC 2025 will spotlight East Africa’s leadership in mobilising homegrown solutions. “Africa is…

Kenya’s High Court has temporarily blocked the enforcement of two controversial sections of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Amendment Act 2024. The suspended provisions include one that allows the government to shut down social media platforms and another that permits the blocking of websites and applications accused of promoting unlawful or harmful content. Justice Lawrence Mugambi issued the ruling on Thursday, suspending Sections 6 and 27 of the Act until six petitions challenging the law are fully heard and determined. The court adopted the suspension as a consent order following agreement among all parties involved. Court Update: Today, the consolidated…

Kenya’s leading telecom operator, Safaricom, has posted a 55% jump in half-year profit, driven by strong domestic performance and reduced losses in Ethiopia. Safaricom reported a group operating profit of KES 65.2 billion ($505.6 million) for the six months ending September 2025, maintaining its full-year guidance amid regional expansion and resilient core operations. The results, announced by Group CEO Dr Peter Ndegwa, coincide with Safaricom’s 25th anniversary, marking a strategic inflection point driven by AI innovation, Fintech 2.0, and regional expansion. “From 17,000 subscribers in 2000 to over 60 million across Kenya and Ethiopia, our journey is one of purpose and innovation,” said…

Kisumu city is about to get loud, flavourful, and frothy as Tusker Oktobafest rolls into town for its grand finale this Saturday, November 8th. After electrifying stops in Nairobi, Eldoret, Mombasa, and Nanyuki, the lakeside city is next in line for Kenya’s biggest beer bash, and it’s bringing the heat with ice-cold brews, sizzling bites, and a fire entertainment lineup. What’s on the Menu? Beer, Bites & Vibes Whether you are a die-hard Tusker fan or a curious cider sipper, Oktoberfest Kisumu is serving up over 10 beer varieties from Kenya’s top brands. Your ticket (KES 1,000) unlocks a curated…

Kenya’s ride-hailing sector is facing its most significant legal and labour challenge yet, as the Transport Workers Union Kenya (TAWU-Kenya) formally places Uber and Bolt on notice over alleged exploitation of drivers. The union has also notified the Cabinet Secretary for Labour, Uber B.V., Uber Kenya Limited, Bolt Operations OÜ, Bolt Kenya Limited, and key regulators, including the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK), and the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC). TAWU-Kenya says it will file a constitutional petition at the Employment and Labour Relations Court to challenge what it calls “systemic…