Nearly 8,000 Kenyans Receive Long-Acting HIV Prevention Injection Since Rollout
Approximately 7,900 Kenyans have received the long-acting HIV prevention injection Lenacapavir since its introduction in February 2026, according to data presented during a recent learning forum involving county governments, health officials, and development partners. The beneficiaries are from 15 counties participating in the first phase of the rollout, which is part of Kenya’s efforts to expand access to innovative HIV prevention options beyond daily oral medication. The forum, organized by National AIDS and STI Control Programme and LVCT Health, brought together representatives from participating counties to assess progress, identify challenges, and share lessons from implementation. Lenacapavir offers a long-acting alternative […]
KCB and Airtel Money Partner to Expand Financial Access
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya have entered into a strategic partnership that will allow Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash through more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide, strengthening access to digital financial services across Kenya. The agreement marks another step toward greater interoperability within Kenya’s financial sector, enabling customers to access services more conveniently regardless of their location. According to Anne Kinuthia-Otieno, the partnership is designed to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Airtel Money users. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans […]
President Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit today
Donald Trump weighs in on the future of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday, claiming that he “will resign,” amid widespread speculation the UK leader could set out a timeline for his departure as soon as Monday.
KCB and Airtel Money Partner to Expand Financial Access
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya have entered into a strategic partnership that will allow Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash through more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide, strengthening access to digital financial services across Kenya. The agreement marks another step toward greater interoperability within Kenya’s financial sector, enabling customers to access services more conveniently regardless of their location. According to Anne Kinuthia-Otieno, the partnership is designed to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Airtel Money users. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans […]
Harambee Starlets Leave for France After Allowance Row Is Resolved
Harambee Starlets have departed for a high-performance training camp in Miramas, France, after a dispute over unpaid allowances that briefly threatened to derail the team’s preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The national women’s team had earlier on Wednesday staged a protest over delayed payments, with players expressing frustration and warning they would not travel until the matter was addressed. The standoff prompted urgent discussions involving government officials and the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), leading to a resolution later in the day. The breakthrough came after the government cleared the players’ outstanding allowances and released the […]
AFC Leopards Reap Big from State House Breakfast Meeting as Ruto Unveils Multi-Million Boost
AFC Leopards received a major boost ahead of the new season after President William Ruto announced a multi-million support package during a breakfast meeting with the club’s officials, players and technical bench at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday. The Head of State pledged Ksh. 10 million to the club following Ingwe’s second-place finish in the 2025/26 SportPesa League season. Of the amount, Ksh. 5 million will be used to strengthen the squad through new signings, while the remaining Ksh. 5 million will be shared among the players as a reward for their performances. “You are entering into a new season […]
Visit Rwanda Becomes Aston Villa’s Shirt Sponsor in Record-Breaking Deal
Aston Villa’s Francesco Calvo (left) and Rwanda Convention Bureau CEO Janet Karemera unveil the club’s new Visit Rwanda-sponsored jersey.