Airtel Kenya has appointed Djibril Tobe as its new Managing Director, effective July 1, 2026. The telecommunications company announced the appointment in a statement issued on Tuesday, saying Tobe will succeed Ashish Malhotra, who has taken up a new role as Chief Executive Officer of Indus Towers Africa. “We are pleased to announce that the Board of Airtel Networks Kenya Limited has appointed Djibril Tobe as the Managing Director of Airtel Kenya effective July 1, 2026, succeeding Ashish Malhotra, who takes up a new role as the Chief Executive Officer of Indus Towers Africa,” the company said. Airtel Kenya described…
Author: David Wafula
Police officers have been deployed across South Africa because of fears that anti-immigration protests could turn violent as President Cyril Ramaphosa urged those planning to take part to do so without “intimidation, threats or ultimatums”. The planned protests mark an unofficial deadline set by campaigners for all undocumented foreigner to leave the country. Many have already fled to escape violence and intimidation. South African police say 25,000 have been repatriated so far. Most are from other African countries. One undocumented Malawian told the BBC he was “happy to be going back” but “heartbroken” to be leaving behind four young children.…
An Indonesian court has sentenced a former education minister who was the co-founder of super-app Gojek to 10 years in jail. Nadiem Makarim, 41, was accused of manipulating a school laptop procurement deal to enrich himself, leading to $125m (£94m) in state losses, say prosecutors. He has pleaded not guilty. Nadiem left Gojek in 2019 to join the government of then President Joko Widodo, and served as education minister until 2024. Critics of the Indonesian authorities say the case against him was based on little evidence and that he is the victim of a government campaign targeting political opponents. Supporters…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has invited applications from qualified secondary school teachers and college tutors to serve as assessors for the 2026 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) oral and practical examinations. In a notice, KNEC said the recruitment exercise will run from June 22 to July 15, 2026, with successful applicants receiving on-the-job training during the marking and assessment of the 2026 KCSE examination papers. The Council clarified that teachers and tutors who are already in KNEC’s database of assessors are not required to apply. The recruitment targets assessors for Power Mechanics Practical, Electricity Practical, Aviation Technology…
The Government has announced the second cohort of a technical skills training programme targeting unemployed youth, project-affected persons and persons living with disabilities in four counties, with funding support from the World Bank. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) said the programme is being implemented under the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project (HoAGDP), which is financed by the World Bank. The initiative targets beneficiaries from Isiolo, Meru, Wajir and Garissa counties and aims to equip participants with practical technical skills to improve their employability and income-generating opportunities. Selected applicants will…
The Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited (MOWASSCO) has advertised the position of Managing Director and invited qualified candidates to apply. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the company said it is seeking a suitable candidate with the required qualifications, experience and leadership skills to head the utility. MOWASSCO urged interested applicants who meet the job requirements to submit their applications, curriculum vitae, reliable telephone and email contacts, as well as the contacts of at least three referees. Applications should be addressed to: The Chairperson, Board of Directors Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited (MOWASSCO)…
The Geothermal Development Company (GDC) has announced several senior management vacancies as it seeks to strengthen its workforce to support the implementation of its mandate. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, GDC said it is looking to recruit qualified professionals to fill various leadership and technical positions within the corporation. The advertised positions include General Manager – Geothermal Resource Development, Manager – Geothermal Resource Management, Manager – Drilling Operations, Manager – Infrastructure Development, Manager – Project Management, Manager – Geothermal Resource Centre, Manager – Treasury and Investment, Manager – Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Risk Management Coordination,…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has published the official list of all licensed medical and dental practitioners, health facilities and ambulances authorized to operate in the country for the year 2026. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, KMPDC Chief Executive Officer Dr. David G. Kariuki reminded healthcare providers that practicing or operating without a valid licence is a criminal offence under the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Act (Cap. 253). He said Section 22(1) of the Act provides that any person who practices as a medical or dental practitioner without being duly licensed commits an…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has directed all ambulance owners and operators in the country to register their ambulances by July 17, 2026, or risk regulatory action. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, KMPDC Chief Executive Officer Dr. David G. Kariuki said the directive is in line with the Health Act, 2017, and the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Act (Cap. 253). He said all providers of ambulance services are required to register with the Council through the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Portal. “KMPDC further notifies all ambulance owners and operators that ambulance registration remains…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has invited members of the public and stakeholders to submit their views on the Draft Animal Identification and Traceability Bill, 2026. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, the State Department for Livestock Development said the proposed law seeks to establish a legal framework for identifying and tracking animals and animal products across the country. According to the Ministry, the Bill aims to create systems for animal identification, registration and traceability, while strengthening the surveillance, control and eradication of animal diseases. The Ministry said the draft legislation has been revised after…
The National Construction Authority (NCA) has announced the commencement of the annual licence renewal exercise for local contractors for the 2026/2027 financial year. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, NCA Executive Director Maurice Akech said the renewal window will run from July 1 to July 31, 2026. The Authority also reminded contractors that compliance with Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements remains mandatory for the renewal of annual practising licences. “The Authority further wishes to inform contractors who may not have attended training in the financial year 2025/2026 that it is mandatory to accrue 10 Continuous Professional Development…
Police officers have intercepted approximately 3,600 litres of suspected uncustomed cooking oil during an operation in Marsabit County, dealing a blow to suspected cross-border smuggling activities. According to the National Police Service (NPS), the consignment was seized on Monday, June 29, 2026, after officers manning a roadblock in Marsabit acted on credible intelligence while conducting routine security and compliance checks. Police said they flagged down a motor vehicle travelling from Moyale towards Marsabit Town, where a search uncovered approximately 3,600 litres of cooking oil suspected to have been imported into the country without undergoing the required customs clearance procedures. Following…
Kibabii University has announced vacancies for qualified individuals seeking employment in both teaching and administrative positions, with applications open until Friday, July 17, 2026. In an external advertisement dated June 23, 2026, the university said the recruitment is being conducted pursuant to the Universities Act, 2012, the Kibabii University Charter, 2015, and the Kibabii University Statutes, 2021. The vacancies include Lecturer/Research Fellow (Theatre/Anaesthetic/Renal/Critical Care), Lecturer/Research Fellow (Microbiology), Registrar (Administration and Human Resource), Clinical Instructor/Technologist III (Nursing), and Driver I. Successful candidates appointed as Lecturers, Clinical Instructors and Drivers will be employed on permanent and pensionable terms, while the successful applicant…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has temporarily suspended his ongoing political consultations at his Wamunyoro residence to attend what he described as urgent engagements with leaders from the Coast region. In a statement shared on social media, Gachagua said he travelled to the Coast after receiving an invitation from leaders of the Mijikenda community, led by their spokesperson, former Cabinet Minister Chirau Ali Mwakwere. According to Gachagua, the meeting brought together leaders representing the Digo, Giriama, Duruma, Rabai, Chonyi, Kauma, Kambe and Jibana communities to discuss issues affecting the region. He claimed the leaders raised concerns over what they described…
Healthcare providers across the country have been given three months to fully integrate their systems with the Health Management Information System (HMIS) or risk being decontracted by the Social Health Authority (SHA). The directive was issued on Monday during a stakeholder engagement forum convened jointly by the Ministry of Health, the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the Digital Health Agency (DHA) in Nairobi to discuss the transition from the SHA Provider Portal to the new digital health platform. SHA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mercy Mwangangi said the transition is critical to improving claims processing, accountability and service delivery under the…