Entertainment
Hello Kitty maker cuts ties with Japanese spy drama after China backlash
Sanrio has apologised after its merchandise line with Japanese TV series Vivant drew criticism.
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Politics
Ed Davey: 'It's a £76bn stealth tax rise'
Liberal Democrats leader Ed Davey says a freeze on income tax thresholds is a '£76bn stealth tax'.
Technology
The business of satellite internet in Africa is becoming a fight over distribution
Satellite operators can own the infrastructure that connects remote communities to the internet, but they do not always control how customers access that service. Across Africa, licensing…
Business
South Africa Allows 100% Foreign Investment in Qualifying Portfolios
South Africa has expanded fund managers’ investment flexibility by allowing qualifying portfolios to allocate up to 100% of their assets to foreign investments, subject to their mandates…
Politics
Chancellor says government has 'moral duty' to help young people who are out of work
Chancellor John Healey says any cuts to welfare will be done "in a Labour way".
All of Africa Today - October 29, 2026
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Technology
Banks and fintechs face a new VAT bill as Kenya changes digital payment tax rules
Banks and fintechs in Kenya are preparing to apply a 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) to fees charged for digital payment services, including payment processing, card settlement and payment…
Technology
KRA and Safaricom explore using M-Pesa to issue tax invoices for small businesses
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is in discussions with Safaricom over M-Pesa tax invoicing for businesses, with the proposed arrangement allowing the telecommunications operator to…
El Salvador sends 2,000 troops to Haiti to rescue four missing soldiers
The troops are trying to recover four military personnel who went missing in an ambush on the outskirts of the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince.
Lifestyle
Agnes Wanjiru Family Outraged as Extradition Hearing Delayed to 2027
[allAfrica] The family of Agnes Wanjiru, a Kenyan woman allegedly murdered by former British soldier Robert James Purkiss in 2012, has condemned the postponement of his extradition hearing…
Sports
Kigali took the chequered flag while Nairobi was still looking for the keys
Rwandas F1 deal exposes Kenyas missed opportunities in motorsport and the need for long-term investment.
Business
Housing struggles leave vulnerable families without decent homes
Nearly nine in 10 Kenyans are cutting essential spending to afford housing, as Habitat for Humanity Kenya partners with communities to build decent homes for vulnerable families.
Entertainment
Fake film deals and emails from top agents: who is behind the explosion in literary scams?
Writers are being bombarded daily with invitations from fake book groups and offers to publicise their work. For the scamming industry, aspiring authors can be a soft touch• This piece…
Business
Saccos struggle to lend mortgages as loans drop by Sh2.7 billion
Kenyan Saccos' mortgage disbursements fell by 26.75 per cent to Sh7.47 billion in 2025, despite land and housing remaining their largest lending sector.
Entertainment
BETA, ‘Usawa Ni Sawa’: What UDA and ODM Want in Their 2027 Manifesto
The broad-based coalition has formed a joint committee to develop a manifesto ahead of the 2027 General Election, with President William Ruto’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda…
Entertainment
Eastleigh Building Collapse: Possible Signs of Life Detected Under Rubble
The search and rescue operation at the collapsed multi-storey building in Eastleigh, Nairobi, entered its sixth day on Wednesday. Rescue teams continued to comb through the rubble as…
Entertainment
Kuria Kimani Reveals What Would Make Him Ditch Ruto’s UDA for Gachagua’s DCP
Molo Member of Parliament Kuria Kimani has signaled that he would defect to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) if the political outfit…
Entertainment
Matiang’i Names Team to Lead Jubilee’s Opposition Coalition Talks Ahead of 2027
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has appointed a committee to lead Jubilee Party’s efforts to build a broad opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election. The move…
Entertainment
Yvonne Okwara Unveils Next Chapter After Shock Citizen TV Exit
Former Citizen TV anchor Yvonne Okwara wasted little time starting her next chapter. Less than 24 hours after announcing her departure from the Royal Media Services-owned station, the…
Entertainment
Utumishi Girls Case Takes New Turn as Accused Minors Seek Plea Bargains
Several minors facing charges in connection with the tragic deaths of 16 students at Utumishi Girls Academy have formally requested plea bargain negotiations, the Kibera Law Courts heard on…
Entertainment
Analysis and prediction of the Lille vs. Bayern Munich match
In Round 5 of the UEFA Champions League, FC Bayern Munich will be facing LOSC Lille. This article brings essential details of the match, a prediction of its results, and instructions for…
Entertainment
“Justice Is Not a Concorde”: Judge Tells Lawyers to Calm Down in Kyalo Mbobu Murder Case
The judge overseeing the murder case of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu has urged defense lawyers not to cause their clients unnecessary anxiety, reminding them that trials take time and asking them to…
Entertainment
Jeremiah Kioni Sends Message to Methu and Nyoro Amid Mt Kenya Feud
Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni has appealed to Nyandarua Senator John Methu and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro to end their public feud, warning that leadership squabbles in the Mt…
Entertainment
Slain Multimedia University Student’s Phone Found in Church Offerings, Court Told
A pastor told the High Court in Kibera that church staff found a mobile phone belonging to slain Multimedia University student Sylvia Kemunto Ayaye among the offerings. The witness, who…
Entertainment
Kindiki Sends Warning to Those Nominating Kenyans for 2026 State Honours
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has directed all nominating bodies, organizations, and individuals submitting candidates for the 2026 National Honours to follow strict criteria and…
Entertainment
'Like cutting up a Picasso': AI microdrama edit of Neighbours worries actors and crew
A micro-drama will use AI-assisted technology to edit old episodes of the Australian TV soap to focus on Margot Robbie's character.
Business
Joint EAC alliance seeks to turn the tide on choking Lake Victoria
East African Community states are seeking stronger regional cooperation to tackle pollution, improve maritime safety and protect livelihoods around Lake Victoria.
Business
Property firm announces first Sh121 million REIT interim dividend payout
Africa Logistics Properties has declared its first Sh120.9 million REIT dividend while launching its new West Kivu warehouse development in Kiambu.
Business
Africa's digital agriculture sector faces funding crunch
Africa's digital agriculture sector faces a funding crunch as industry leaders call for private investment and sustainable business models to maintain technology-driven services.
Business
Tea exporters get relief as TBK suspends levy on court orders
The High Court has suspended Kenya's 0.8 per cent tea levy on imports and exports, halting a tax that the Tea Board of Kenya expected to raise Sh1.2 billion annually.
