South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics says it expects to post a 19-fold jump in its profits, driven by global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) memory chips. The company forecast that it made 89.4tn won (£43.6bn; $58.4bn) between the start of April and the end of June, marking its third record quarterly operating profits in a row. Major South Korean firms like Samsung release forecasts of their earnings ahead of official detailed reports to help guide investors. Samsung’s latest forecast, released on Tuesday ahead of its full results due later in July, comes as demand for semiconductors continues to outstrip…
Author: David Wafula
French President Emmanuel Macron is safe following reports of explosions in central Damascus on Tuesday morning, the Elysee Palace has said. Macron is in the capital for talks with his Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa at the presidential palace. A security source told the BBC the blasts were caused by two explosive devices and that several people have been wounded. After travelling to Syria, Macron is set to head to Turkey for the Nato summit. The visit “continues as planned”, according to the Elysee Palace. After reports of the explosion in the city, videos and images on social media showed plumes…
France forward Kylian Mbappe has condemned a Paraguayan senator as “despicable” and unworthy of her position after she made a number of racist remarks mocking his origin and education. Celeste Amarilla, of Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party, posted her comments on X after her country’s defeat by France in the last 16 of the World Cup. Mbappe responded, external: “Madame Celeste Amarilla, you are a despicable woman and unworthy of your position. “You do not represent Paraguay, that country which has sweated passion and honour throughout the competition. “Through your recklessness and your brazen racism, the entire world has already forgotten the journey…
The Judiciary is mourning the death of retired High Court Judge Justice Omondi Tunya, with Chief Justice Martha Koome leading tributes to the veteran jurist, describing him as a dedicated servant of justice whose career strengthened the rule of law in Kenya. In a condolence message issued on behalf of the Judiciary, Chief Justice Koome extended sympathies to Justice Tunya’s family, friends and former colleagues following his passing. Justice Tunya began his judicial career as a magistrate before rising to the High Court, where he served for many years. According to the Judiciary, he distinguished himself through diligence, fairness and…
The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has released the official list of accredited institutions licensed to offer law programmes in Kenya for the 2026 academic year, while also identifying universities with pending applications for accreditation. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Council’s Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Busalile Jack Mwimali, said only four institutions are currently licensed to offer the Master of Laws (LL.M.) programme, while 16 institutions are accredited to offer the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and four institutions are licensed to offer the Diploma in Law programme. According to the Council, the institutions approved to…
The United States Embassy in Kenya has issued a security alert to American citizens ahead of the annual Saba Saba commemorations, warning of possible protests, heightened security operations and traffic disruptions across the country. In an advisory issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Embassy said demonstrations could occur in Nairobi’s Central Business District and other urban centres, urging U.S. citizens to remain vigilant. “U.S. citizens are advised that around July 7 there may be a heightened security presence. Security checkpoints, traffic disruptions, and congestion may occur. U.S. citizens are reminded that demonstrations may occur at any time, especially in…
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has invited members of the public and stakeholders to submit views on a proposal to construct an airstrip and related infrastructure at Upper Imenti Forest in Meru County. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, KFS said the project, which will be located at the Meru Forest Station, is intended to improve aviation access for forest management operations, emergency response and regional economic development. According to the Service, preliminary site surveys and wind assessments have established that the proposed location is suitable for the project. The airstrip and ancillary facilities are expected to…
Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital has clarified the deadline for applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after it was inadvertently omitted from the initial job advertisement. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the hospital acknowledged that the closing date for submitting applications had been left out by the Government Advertising Agency (GAA). “Please note that the closing date for submission of applications was inadvertently omitted by the Government Advertising Agency (GAA),” the hospital said. The hospital has now set Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 5.00 p.m. as the deadline for receiving applications. “All…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has invited innovators, entrepreneurs, technology companies and researchers to apply for admission into its Emerging Technologies Regulatory Sandbox for the 2026/2027 financial year. In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, CA Director General David Mugonyi said the initiative is part of the Authority’s commitment to fostering innovation, promoting market growth and enhancing consumer protection in Kenya’s rapidly evolving information and communications technology (ICT) sector. Mugonyi said the Regulatory Sandbox provides a controlled environment where innovators can test new digital communication products, services and business models that may fall outside existing regulatory frameworks.…
The Anti-Female Genital Mutilation (Anti-FGM) Board has announced vacancies for several senior positions, including that of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In a notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the Board invited qualified and interested candidates to apply for the positions of Chief Executive Officer, Deputy Director, Human Resource Management and Administration, and Accountant. The Board advised applicants to visit its official website, www.antifgmboard.go.ke, for detailed job descriptions and qualification requirements. “Qualified and interested applicants who meet the requirements should visit the Board’s career page on the website,” the notice stated. Applications must be submitted through the Board’s online recruitment…
Consumers and bottled water manufacturers are set to benefit after the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) announced the removal of excise duty on bottled water following the enactment of the Finance Act, 2026. In a public notice issued on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, KRA said the tax exemption took effect on July 1, 2026, after the Finance Act, 2026 amended the First Schedule to the Excise Duty Act (Cap. 472). The authority said bottled water manufactured or imported on or after July 1 will no longer attract excise duty and will not be required to bear excise stamps. “Excise duty on…
Tottenham have completed the signing of Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali for a club-record fee which could reach £100m. The 26-year-old joins the London club after three seasons with the Magpies. Spurs had a bid of around £80m rejected by Newcastle, but reached agreement on a deal where they are expected to pay an initial £92.5m plus a further £7.5m in add-ons. “I’m very happy to be here,” said Tonali. “People said about there being four or five clubs – there was only one. “I spoke to the head coach [Roberto de Zerbi] for close to two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium…
The Ukrainian Air Force says a “serious shortage” of interceptor missiles meant none of the 23 ballistic missiles fired by Russia at Kyiv on Sunday night were shot down. At least 12 people were killed in the second large-scale Russian attack on the Ukrainian capital in a week, officials said. Six more were killed in the wider Kyiv region. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed for allies to take “strong decisions” at the this week’s Nato summit to provide Kyiv with air defences. After the strikes, he said the Ukrainian military had been successful in intercepting cruise missiles and drones…
Uefa has strongly criticised Fifa’s shock decision not to uphold Folarin Balogun’s automatic ban at this World Cup, calling it “unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable”. United States striker Balogun, who was sent off against Bosnia-Herzegovina, should have served a suspension for the last-16 tie against Belgium (Tuesday 01:00 BST). But Fifa opted not to enforce an immediate sanction on the 25-year-old, meaning the co-hosts’ leading goalscorer will be available to play. Uefa said that intervening to effectively cancel a suspension at a tournament “crossed a red line”. Of the 188 other red cards at the World Cup, only one other player has…
President William Ruto has signed into law the Central Bank of Kenya (Amendment) Act, 2026, introducing major reforms aimed at strengthening the Central Bank of Kenya’s (CBK) ability to safeguard financial stability, enhance banking oversight and modernise the country’s monetary policy framework. The new law establishes a separate legal framework distinguishing the Central Bank’s routine monetary policy operations from Emergency Liquidity Assistance (ELA). The reforms are expected to improve Kenya’s preparedness to respond to financial crises while protecting taxpayers and the banking sector. Under the new provisions, emergency liquidity assistance will only be available to banks that meet strict conditions…