Month March 2026

NTSA Begins Review of Speed Limits and Fine System

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), together with other government agencies, is reviewing speed limits. The move responds to complaints from motorists regarding the rollout of the controversial instant fines. The review coincides with the temporary suspension of the…

Kenya Power Announces Planned Outages in Four Counties

Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions in four counties as part of routine maintenance activities. The planned outages will affect parts of Kericho, Kisii, Nyamira, and Nyeri counties on Monday, March 16. In Kericho County, the interruption will affect…

Mudavadi Delivers? Russia Ends Recruitment of Kenyans

Russia will no longer recruit Kenyans into military operations following a bilateral agreement between the two countries. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi announced the decision during a joint press conference with Russian officials in Moscow on Monday, March 16. Mudavadi…

Government Plans to Merge Some Secondary Schools

The Ministry of Education has announced plans to merge several secondary schools recording low student enrollment. Officials say the move aims to improve resource use and strengthen learning institutions nationwide. Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok revealed the plan while…

Israel Announces Scholarships for Kenyan Students, How to Apply

The government of Israel has announced scholarships for Kenyan students aiming for postgraduate studies. These opportunities focus on sustainable development and community empowerment across African societies. In a notice dated Saturday, March 14, the Israeli mission in Kenya confirmed applications…

Kenya Seeks TikTok Assurances Ahead of 2027 Elections

The government, through the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Digital Economy, requested TikTok assurances on election-period misinformation. Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo met with TikTok leadership to discuss safety measures. He sought clarity on tools to detect misinformation and prevent coordinated…

NTSA Launches Instant Fines Traffic Management System

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has officially launched the instant fines traffic management system. The authority confirmed on Monday, March 9, that motorists committing traffic violations will now receive instant notifications via SMS. “The Instant Fines Traffic Management…