News

Business-driven stories that matter

Stay connected with the latest insights from our business ecosystem.

Most Viewed Stories

Trending

Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

8 days ago•Agriculture•

🔥 2.3K views

Health

Kenyan Nurses Announce 26-Day Nationwide Strike in June Over Unresolved Labor Grievances

The Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) has announced a 26-day nationwide strike starting June 24, citing the government's failure to address long-standing grievances, including permanent employment for UHC contract nurses and fair compensation.

SOStreamline Official

May 30, 2025

Politics

"Sheer Hypocrisy": Kenyan Gen Z Activists Dismiss President Ruto's National Prayer Breakfast Apology, Demand Action

Youth activists in Mombasa have forcefully rejected President William Ruto’s recent public apology, delivered at the National Prayer Breakfast, labeling it as insincere and demanding concrete governmental action over rhetoric.

SOStreamline Official

May 30, 2025

Politics

Tragedy Strikes Kenya: Defence Chief General Francis Ogolla and Nine Others Die in Helicopter Crash

Kenya’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, and nine other senior military officers were killed on May 29 when their helicopter crashed in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Rift Valley.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Health

Murang’a MCA Grace Nduta Wairimu Arrested in Connection with Alleged "Stage-Managed Abduction" of Juja MP Koimburi

Murang’a County MCA Grace Nduta Wairimu has been arrested by detectives in connection with the alleged staged disappearance of Juja MP George Koimburi, an incident authorities are now terming a "stage-managed abduction."

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Entertainment

Nairobi County Plans CBD Hawker Ban and Enhanced CCTV Surveillance, Inspired by Indian City Model

Following a study visit to Rajkot, India, Nairobi County officials announced plans to ban street hawkers from the Central Business District and expand CCTV coverage. The new measures aim to improve public order, cleanliness, and traffic flow, with designated vending zones for informal traders.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Health

Senators Demand Urgent Probe into Rampant Pension Scams After Retiree Loses KSh 2.5 Million

Kenyan senators are urgently calling for a comprehensive investigation after a retired teacher lost KSh 2.5 million in a pension fund cyber theft. Lawmakers expressed alarm that thousands of pensioners are being targeted by fraudsters

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Politics

Speaker Wetang’ula Orders Parliament to Proceed with IEBC Vetting, Defies Court Injunctions

Kenya’s National Assembly Speaker, Moses Wetang’ula, has ordered the continuation of the vetting process for new electoral commission (IEBC) officials, despite a court order temporarily halting it.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Politics

President Ruto and Raila Odinga Launch Major Affordable Housing Initiative in Kisumu

President William Ruto, accompanied by former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, launched a significant affordable housing scheme in Kisumu on May 29. The Makasembo project aims to deliver nearly 4,800 homes, with Odinga donating land to support the initiative aimed at low-income Kenyans.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Politics

President Ruto Spearheads Nyanza Development Drive: Launches Kisumu Housing and Homa Bay Roadworks

During his Nyanza tour on May 29, President Ruto launched the Lake Victoria Point affordable housing project in Kisumu alongside Raila Odinga and initiated tarmacking of the Marindi–Oria bridge road in Homa Bay, emphasizing regional development ahead of Madaraka Day.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Politics

President Ruto Holds "Cordial and Productive" Meeting with Somaliland Leader in Nairobi to Discuss Bilateral Ties

Kenyan President William Ruto met with Somaliland’s President Abdirahman “Irro” Mohamed in Nairobi on May 29. Described as “cordial and productive,” the talks focused on strengthening cooperation in trade, education, and security, despite Kenya's official stance on Somaliland's status.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Politics

Somaliland President Opens Nairobi Liaison Office Amid Diplomatic Sensitivities with Kenya and Somalia

Somaliland’s President Abdirahman “Irro” Mohamed opened a representative liaison office in Nairobi on May 29, a move attended by some Kenyan officials. Despite Kenya officially recognizing Somalia's sovereignty,

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025

Entertainment

Kenya Mourns Literary Titan: Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o Passes Away at 87

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Kenya’s most acclaimed novelist and a towering figure in African literature, has died at the age of 87. His family announced his passing on May 28. Tributes from leaders and literary figures worldwide have poured in, celebrating him as a champion of truth and justice.

SOStreamline Official

May 29, 2025