Tuesday, September 16, 2025
  • News
    • Sci-Tech
  • Weather
    • Climate Business
    • Climate Change
    • Climate Solutions
    • Living Green
  • Business
  • Health
  • Law & Order
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Lifestyle
  • Opinion
  • Behind The Brand
REGISTER
LOGIN
No Result
View All Result
The Kenya Times
  • News
    • All
    • Diaspora News
    • East Africa News
    • National News
    • World News
    Nys Announces Internships With Ksh15 K Stipend For Select Kenyans

    NYS Announces Internships with Ksh15,000 Stipend for Select Kenyans

    How To Pay Your Sha Contributions Via M-Pesa

    How to Pay Your SHA Contributions Via M-Pesa

    Photo Of Davido Photo By National Today

    From Lecture Halls to World Stages: Davido’s Afrobeats Story

    Kenya Airways Plane And A Photo Of Meals. Photo/Kq.

    Different Meal Options Offered by Kenya Airways and How to Book Them

    Challenges Of Free Primary Education Explained And The Status Of Cbc Revealed

    Is There Still Free Primary Education? – Parents and Teachers Weigh In

    How To Apply For A Digital Driving License

    Quick Guide to Applying for a Smart Card Driving Licence

    Photo Of A The Mwazindika Dance Photo By Unesco

    Discover the Fascinating Traditions of the Taita People of Kenya

    Heavy Traffic Disruption As Protesters Block Eldoret–Nakuru Route

    Heavy Traffic Disruption as Protesters Block Eldoret–Nakuru Route

    How To Apply For Dual Citizenship In Kenya

    Process of Applying for Dual Citizenship in Kenya

    • Sci-Tech
      • All
      • A.I.
      • Cyber Security
      • Space
      • Technology
      Ai Study Shows Women Use Chatgpt More Than Men

      Report Shows Women Use ChatGPT More Than Men: Here is Why

      How To Book A Driving Test Online Through Ecitizen

      Step by Step Guide on How to Renew a Driving License Online

      How To Restore Google’s Latest Phone App Update

      Google Changed Your Call Screen—Here’s How to Switch It Back

      A Photo Of Artificial Intelligence (Ai) Photo/ Sbs Cyber Security

      Kenya Ranks 8th in Africa for AI Readiness, Among Nations Set to Gain Ksh17 Trillion by 2030

      Screenshot/Apple/Tea Dating Advice

      Popular Women Dating ‘Tea App’ Hit With Massive Data Breach

      How To Withdraw Paypal Funds Through Safaricom M-Pesa App

      How to Withdraw PayPal Funds Through Safaricom M-PESA App

  • Weather
    • Climate Business
    • Climate Change
    • Climate Solutions
    • Living Green
  • Business
    • All
    • Banking
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Economy
    • Money Markets
    • Real Estate
    • Startups
    Kenya Airways Plane And A Photo Of Meals. Photo/Kq.

    Different Meal Options Offered by Kenya Airways and How to Book Them

    A Photo Of National Treasury Cs John Mbadi. Photo/Parliament

    How Kenyan Govt Raised Ksh 853.4 Billion in Local Loans

    Global Credit Rating Agency Moody’s Logo.

    Moody’s Explains Why Loans in Kenya Are So Expensive

    Global Oil Prices Surge Ahead Of Epra Review

    Kenyans Brace for Tough Times as Global Oil Prices Rise Ahead of EPRA Review

    A Photo Of Invest And Grow (Ig) Sacco Building, Kakamega Branch Photo/Ig Sacco

    Invest And Grow Sacco: Membership Requirements, Loan Options, Savings And Interest

    Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Branch. Photo/Kenyan Wall Street

    Standard Chartered Bank Issues Notice to 629 Staff Over Ksh 7 Billion Pension Payout

    A Group Of People Enjoying A Meal.

    How to Start a Food Business in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Billionaire Businessman Buzeki Bundotich.

    The Billionaires of Kenya: Meet Zedekiah Buzeki Bundotich Who Made Money From Milk

    Reuben Kigame Narrates How He Run Away From Women Who Wanted Him To Marry Them

    Reuben Kigame Narrates How He Ran Away from Women Who Wanted to Marry Him

  • Health
    • All
    • Health & Science
    • Mens Health
    • Mental Health
    • Wellness
    • Womens Health
    How To Pay Your Sha Contributions Via M-Pesa

    How to Pay Your SHA Contributions Via M-Pesa

    How To Add Or Remove Dependents On Your Sha Account

    How to Add or Remove Dependents on Your SHA Account

    The Social Health Authority Buildings In Nairobi.

    Gov’t Mulls Denying 9 Million Hustler Fund Defaulters SHA Lipa Pole Pole Services

    How To Verify Status Of Your Sha Contributions Online

    How to Verify Status of Your SHA Contributions Online

    Medics During An Procedure At Kenyatta National Hospital. Photo/Courtesy.

    Kenyatta Hospital to Perform World-First Facial Reconstruction on 7-Year-Old Boy

    Sha Warns Employers Of 2 Per Cent Penalty For Late Shif Payments

    SHA Issues Warning to Employers on Penalties for Late SHIF Payments

    Govt Warns Of Growing Number Of Mental Health Cases Among Civil Servants

    Govt Warns of Growing Number of Mental Health Cases Among Civil Servants

    Photos Of Two Obesity Children. Photo/Grok.

    How to Beat Childhood Obesity: Nutritionist Shares Home Remedies and Tips

    Organ Harvesting Probe Exposes Three Eldoret Hospitals

    Three Hospitals Targeted as Probe into Kidney Trade Takes New Twist

  • Law & Order
    • All
    • Courts
    • Cyber Crime
    • Elections
    • Missing Persons
    Petition Seeks To Bar Seth Panyako From Malava By-Election

    Petition Seeks to Bar Seth Panyako from Malava By-election

    Court Declares Bunty Shah Shooting Illegal, State To Pay Damages

    State to Pay Damages After Court Declares Killing of Bobmill Mattresses Heir Unlawful

    New Suspect Emerges As Two Others Questioned In Lawyer Mbobu Murder Probe

    New Twist as CCTV Reveals Suspect on Phone Moments Before Lawyer Mbobu’s Murder

    High Court Orders Dci To Preserve Forensic Evidence In Samidoh Rape Case

    High Court Issues Directive to DCI in Samidoh Sexual Assault Case

    Why Disrupting A Wedding As A Spouse Is A Crime

    Why a Spouse May Face Arrest For Wedding Disruption

    New Twist In Govt'S Plan To Sell Kenya Pipeline Through Privatisation After Court Ruling

    Blow to Ruto as Court Issues Orders on Kenya Pipeline Sale

    Court Declares Bunty Shah Shooting Illegal, State To Pay Damages

    Court Stops Govt from Grabbing Karura Forest

    Us President Donald Trump.

    US Special Agents Jet to Africa to Train Kenyan Officers

    Us Military Personnel Escort An Alleged Gang Member Deported By The Us.

    Trump to Deploy Military to Southern Caribbean Targeting Drug Cartels

  • Sports
    • All
    • Athletics
    • Basketball
    • Boxing
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • Formula 1
    • Golf
    • Rugby
    • World Rally Championship
    Fifa To Boost Club Payments By 70% For World Cup Releases

    FIFA to Boost Club Payments by 70% for World Cup Releases

    Millions Fkf Premier League Champions For 25/26 Season Will Pocket Revealed

    Revealed: Millions FKF Premier League Champions for 25/26 Season Will Pocket

    Olympian And Kenya'S Sprint Sensation Ferdinand Omanyala.

    Omanyala Finishes 5th at World Athletics Championships 2025 Semifinals

    Beatrice Chebet Bags Kenya'S First Gold In Tokyo World Athletics Championships

    Beatrice Chebet Bags Kenya’s First Gold in Tokyo World Athletics Championships

    A Collage Of The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium That Will Host The Opening Match Of The 2025 Afcon In Morocco.

    CAF Announces AFCON 2025 Ticket Sales Process: How to Purchase

    Lionel Messi Lifting The World Cup Trophy In 2022. Photo/ Fifa

    FIFA World Cup 2026 Tickets: Types, Categories, and How to Buy

    Marks Lady Agnes Wangechi In Action At A Recent Tournament And The Kenyan Team At Jkia. Photo/ Ipsc Kenya

    Kenyan Team Jets Out of the Country for Handgun World Shoot Championship

    A View Of The Fifa World Cup Winner’s Trophy And Argentina Players Led By Lionel Messi. Photo/Fifa

    List of Countries That Have Qualified for World Cup 2026

    Ticket Sales For Harambee Stars World Cup Qualifiers Go Live — How To Purchase

    Harambee Stars Dealt a Double Blow Ahead of Seychelles Match

  • Entertainment
    • All
    • Gaming
    • Movies
    • Music
    Photo Of Davido Photo By National Today

    From Lecture Halls to World Stages: Davido’s Afrobeats Story

    Photo Of Lions At Samburu National Reserve Photo By Shadows Of Africa

    Inside Samburu National Reserve, Kenya’s Next Big Tourists Hotspot

    Photo Of Jenna Ortega Photo By On This Day And Booking Info

    Jenna Ortega: From Teen Star to Hollywood’s Scream Queen

    List Of Parks Kenyans Can Visit For Free To Mark World Tourism Day

    Top 6 Tourist Destinations in Kenya for Safaris and Beach Adventures in 2025

    A Photo Of Hikers Exploring The Trails In Naivasha Photo/Kenya Wildlife Tours

    Spice Up Your Weekend: Top Nairobi Hotspots to Check Out

    Photo Of Dr Facilier And Scar Photo By Disney Wiki

    7 ‘Unconventional’ Disney Characters Who Steal the Show and Captivate Audiences

  • Lifestyle
    • All
    • Arts & Culture
    • Disabilities Matters
    • Ethics & Religion
    • Family
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Human Interest
    • Immigration
    • Personal Finance
    • Travel & Tourism
    Former Eck Official Felicita Churie Shares Her Experience As A Kidney Donor

    Meet Former ECK Commissioner Who Has Lived with One Kidney for 35 Years

    Photo Of A The Mwazindika Dance Photo By Unesco

    Discover the Fascinating Traditions of the Taita People of Kenya

    A Photo Collage Of German Ambassador To Kenya, Sebastian Groth And Retired German Embassy Gardener Hesbon Imbwaka Photo/ Sebastian Groth

    Ex-Embassy Gardener Speaks on Claims of Rejecting Mercedes and BMW Gifts

    Gbm Condemns The Forceful Takeover Of Karura Forest By Kfs

    Govt Introduces New Payment System for Karura Forest Visitors

    Why Govt Plans To Move Kenya National Archives From Nairobi Cbd

    Why Govt Plans to Move Kenya National Archives From Nairobi CBD

    The President Of Uganda Yoweri Museveni

    Museveni Makes Deal with Trump to Host US Migrants

  • Opinion
    • All
    • Bruce Schneier
    • Contributors
    • Editorials
    • Eyal Mayroz
    • John Mukum Mbaku
    • Letters to Editor
    • Makau Mutua
    • Marie Durrieu
    • Peter Ongera
    • Salim Lone
    • William Hatungimana
    • Wycliffe Njororai Simiyu
    • XN Iraki
    Youth, Unemployment And Mental Health. The Hidden Crisis

    Youth, Unemployment and Mental Health. The Hidden Crisis

    Iaea Milestones – Africa’s Map The Global Nuclear Power Race

    IAEA Milestones – Africa’s Map the Global Nuclear Power Race

    Compensation Of Victims Of Police Brutality Without Justice Is A A Blank Cheque For Future Killings

    Compensation of Victims of Police Brutality Without Justice is a A Blank Cheque for Future Killings

    Kenya Given 21-Day Ultimatum Over Wada Anti-Doping Non-Compliance

    Disruptor, Reformer, Dreamer: The making of Ruto’s legacy

    President William Ruto, Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga And Dp Kithure Kindiki, During The Marking Of The Katiba Day On August 27, 2025, At Kicc, Nairobi. Photo/Pcs. Nyanza, Odm

    Why Are Some Presidential Candidates Appearing Ambivalent Ahead of 2027 Elections

    A Photo Of City Lawyer Kyalo Mbobu Photo/Kyalo Mbobu Facebook

    Death of Kyalo Mbobu – Assassin or a Hitman? Ex-Military Officer Explains

    Why Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme Is A Game Changer For Ordinary Citizens

    Why Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme Is a Game Changer for Ordinary Citizens

    Lost Faith: A Descent Into The Abyss Of Corruption

    Lost Faith: A Descent into the Abyss of Corruption

    From Ballot To Coronation: Tanzania’s Democracy On Trial

    From Ballot to Coronation: Tanzania’s Democracy on Trial

  • Behind The Brand
  • News
    • All
    • Diaspora News
    • East Africa News
    • National News
    • World News
    Nys Announces Internships With Ksh15 K Stipend For Select Kenyans

    NYS Announces Internships with Ksh15,000 Stipend for Select Kenyans

    How To Pay Your Sha Contributions Via M-Pesa

    How to Pay Your SHA Contributions Via M-Pesa

    Photo Of Davido Photo By National Today

    From Lecture Halls to World Stages: Davido’s Afrobeats Story

    Kenya Airways Plane And A Photo Of Meals. Photo/Kq.

    Different Meal Options Offered by Kenya Airways and How to Book Them

    Challenges Of Free Primary Education Explained And The Status Of Cbc Revealed

    Is There Still Free Primary Education? – Parents and Teachers Weigh In

    How To Apply For A Digital Driving License

    Quick Guide to Applying for a Smart Card Driving Licence

    Photo Of A The Mwazindika Dance Photo By Unesco

    Discover the Fascinating Traditions of the Taita People of Kenya

    Heavy Traffic Disruption As Protesters Block Eldoret–Nakuru Route

    Heavy Traffic Disruption as Protesters Block Eldoret–Nakuru Route

    How To Apply For Dual Citizenship In Kenya

    Process of Applying for Dual Citizenship in Kenya

    • Sci-Tech
      • All
      • A.I.
      • Cyber Security
      • Space
      • Technology
      Ai Study Shows Women Use Chatgpt More Than Men

      Report Shows Women Use ChatGPT More Than Men: Here is Why

      How To Book A Driving Test Online Through Ecitizen

      Step by Step Guide on How to Renew a Driving License Online

      How To Restore Google’s Latest Phone App Update

      Google Changed Your Call Screen—Here’s How to Switch It Back

      A Photo Of Artificial Intelligence (Ai) Photo/ Sbs Cyber Security

      Kenya Ranks 8th in Africa for AI Readiness, Among Nations Set to Gain Ksh17 Trillion by 2030

      Screenshot/Apple/Tea Dating Advice

      Popular Women Dating ‘Tea App’ Hit With Massive Data Breach

      How To Withdraw Paypal Funds Through Safaricom M-Pesa App

      How to Withdraw PayPal Funds Through Safaricom M-PESA App

  • Weather
    • Climate Business
    • Climate Change
    • Climate Solutions
    • Living Green
  • Business
    • All
    • Banking
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Economy
    • Money Markets
    • Real Estate
    • Startups
    Kenya Airways Plane And A Photo Of Meals. Photo/Kq.

    Different Meal Options Offered by Kenya Airways and How to Book Them

    A Photo Of National Treasury Cs John Mbadi. Photo/Parliament

    How Kenyan Govt Raised Ksh 853.4 Billion in Local Loans

    Global Credit Rating Agency Moody’s Logo.

    Moody’s Explains Why Loans in Kenya Are So Expensive

    Global Oil Prices Surge Ahead Of Epra Review

    Kenyans Brace for Tough Times as Global Oil Prices Rise Ahead of EPRA Review

    A Photo Of Invest And Grow (Ig) Sacco Building, Kakamega Branch Photo/Ig Sacco

    Invest And Grow Sacco: Membership Requirements, Loan Options, Savings And Interest

    Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Branch. Photo/Kenyan Wall Street

    Standard Chartered Bank Issues Notice to 629 Staff Over Ksh 7 Billion Pension Payout

    A Group Of People Enjoying A Meal.

    How to Start a Food Business in Kenya: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Billionaire Businessman Buzeki Bundotich.

    The Billionaires of Kenya: Meet Zedekiah Buzeki Bundotich Who Made Money From Milk

    Reuben Kigame Narrates How He Run Away From Women Who Wanted Him To Marry Them

    Reuben Kigame Narrates How He Ran Away from Women Who Wanted to Marry Him

  • Health
    • All
    • Health & Science
    • Mens Health
    • Mental Health
    • Wellness
    • Womens Health
    How To Pay Your Sha Contributions Via M-Pesa

    How to Pay Your SHA Contributions Via M-Pesa

    How To Add Or Remove Dependents On Your Sha Account

    How to Add or Remove Dependents on Your SHA Account

    The Social Health Authority Buildings In Nairobi.

    Gov’t Mulls Denying 9 Million Hustler Fund Defaulters SHA Lipa Pole Pole Services

    How To Verify Status Of Your Sha Contributions Online

    How to Verify Status of Your SHA Contributions Online

    Medics During An Procedure At Kenyatta National Hospital. Photo/Courtesy.

    Kenyatta Hospital to Perform World-First Facial Reconstruction on 7-Year-Old Boy

    Sha Warns Employers Of 2 Per Cent Penalty For Late Shif Payments

    SHA Issues Warning to Employers on Penalties for Late SHIF Payments

    Govt Warns Of Growing Number Of Mental Health Cases Among Civil Servants

    Govt Warns of Growing Number of Mental Health Cases Among Civil Servants

    Photos Of Two Obesity Children. Photo/Grok.

    How to Beat Childhood Obesity: Nutritionist Shares Home Remedies and Tips

    Organ Harvesting Probe Exposes Three Eldoret Hospitals

    Three Hospitals Targeted as Probe into Kidney Trade Takes New Twist

  • Law & Order
    • All
    • Courts
    • Cyber Crime
    • Elections
    • Missing Persons
    Petition Seeks To Bar Seth Panyako From Malava By-Election

    Petition Seeks to Bar Seth Panyako from Malava By-election

    Court Declares Bunty Shah Shooting Illegal, State To Pay Damages

    State to Pay Damages After Court Declares Killing of Bobmill Mattresses Heir Unlawful

    New Suspect Emerges As Two Others Questioned In Lawyer Mbobu Murder Probe

    New Twist as CCTV Reveals Suspect on Phone Moments Before Lawyer Mbobu’s Murder

    High Court Orders Dci To Preserve Forensic Evidence In Samidoh Rape Case

    High Court Issues Directive to DCI in Samidoh Sexual Assault Case

    Why Disrupting A Wedding As A Spouse Is A Crime

    Why a Spouse May Face Arrest For Wedding Disruption

    New Twist In Govt'S Plan To Sell Kenya Pipeline Through Privatisation After Court Ruling

    Blow to Ruto as Court Issues Orders on Kenya Pipeline Sale

    Court Declares Bunty Shah Shooting Illegal, State To Pay Damages

    Court Stops Govt from Grabbing Karura Forest

    Us President Donald Trump.

    US Special Agents Jet to Africa to Train Kenyan Officers

    Us Military Personnel Escort An Alleged Gang Member Deported By The Us.

    Trump to Deploy Military to Southern Caribbean Targeting Drug Cartels

  • Sports
    • All
    • Athletics
    • Basketball
    • Boxing
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • Formula 1
    • Golf
    • Rugby
    • World Rally Championship
    Fifa To Boost Club Payments By 70% For World Cup Releases

    FIFA to Boost Club Payments by 70% for World Cup Releases

    Millions Fkf Premier League Champions For 25/26 Season Will Pocket Revealed

    Revealed: Millions FKF Premier League Champions for 25/26 Season Will Pocket

    Olympian And Kenya'S Sprint Sensation Ferdinand Omanyala.

    Omanyala Finishes 5th at World Athletics Championships 2025 Semifinals

    Beatrice Chebet Bags Kenya'S First Gold In Tokyo World Athletics Championships

    Beatrice Chebet Bags Kenya’s First Gold in Tokyo World Athletics Championships

    A Collage Of The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium That Will Host The Opening Match Of The 2025 Afcon In Morocco.

    CAF Announces AFCON 2025 Ticket Sales Process: How to Purchase

    Lionel Messi Lifting The World Cup Trophy In 2022. Photo/ Fifa

    FIFA World Cup 2026 Tickets: Types, Categories, and How to Buy

    Marks Lady Agnes Wangechi In Action At A Recent Tournament And The Kenyan Team At Jkia. Photo/ Ipsc Kenya

    Kenyan Team Jets Out of the Country for Handgun World Shoot Championship

    A View Of The Fifa World Cup Winner’s Trophy And Argentina Players Led By Lionel Messi. Photo/Fifa

    List of Countries That Have Qualified for World Cup 2026

    Ticket Sales For Harambee Stars World Cup Qualifiers Go Live — How To Purchase

    Harambee Stars Dealt a Double Blow Ahead of Seychelles Match

  • Entertainment
    • All
    • Gaming
    • Movies
    • Music
    Photo Of Davido Photo By National Today

    From Lecture Halls to World Stages: Davido’s Afrobeats Story

    Photo Of Lions At Samburu National Reserve Photo By Shadows Of Africa

    Inside Samburu National Reserve, Kenya’s Next Big Tourists Hotspot

    Photo Of Jenna Ortega Photo By On This Day And Booking Info

    Jenna Ortega: From Teen Star to Hollywood’s Scream Queen

    List Of Parks Kenyans Can Visit For Free To Mark World Tourism Day

    Top 6 Tourist Destinations in Kenya for Safaris and Beach Adventures in 2025

    A Photo Of Hikers Exploring The Trails In Naivasha Photo/Kenya Wildlife Tours

    Spice Up Your Weekend: Top Nairobi Hotspots to Check Out

    Photo Of Dr Facilier And Scar Photo By Disney Wiki

    7 ‘Unconventional’ Disney Characters Who Steal the Show and Captivate Audiences

  • Lifestyle
    • All
    • Arts & Culture
    • Disabilities Matters
    • Ethics & Religion
    • Family
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Human Interest
    • Immigration
    • Personal Finance
    • Travel & Tourism
    Former Eck Official Felicita Churie Shares Her Experience As A Kidney Donor

    Meet Former ECK Commissioner Who Has Lived with One Kidney for 35 Years

    Photo Of A The Mwazindika Dance Photo By Unesco

    Discover the Fascinating Traditions of the Taita People of Kenya

    A Photo Collage Of German Ambassador To Kenya, Sebastian Groth And Retired German Embassy Gardener Hesbon Imbwaka Photo/ Sebastian Groth

    Ex-Embassy Gardener Speaks on Claims of Rejecting Mercedes and BMW Gifts

    Gbm Condemns The Forceful Takeover Of Karura Forest By Kfs

    Govt Introduces New Payment System for Karura Forest Visitors

    Why Govt Plans To Move Kenya National Archives From Nairobi Cbd

    Why Govt Plans to Move Kenya National Archives From Nairobi CBD

    The President Of Uganda Yoweri Museveni

    Museveni Makes Deal with Trump to Host US Migrants

  • Opinion
    • All
    • Bruce Schneier
    • Contributors
    • Editorials
    • Eyal Mayroz
    • John Mukum Mbaku
    • Letters to Editor
    • Makau Mutua
    • Marie Durrieu
    • Peter Ongera
    • Salim Lone
    • William Hatungimana
    • Wycliffe Njororai Simiyu
    • XN Iraki
    Youth, Unemployment And Mental Health. The Hidden Crisis

    Youth, Unemployment and Mental Health. The Hidden Crisis

    Iaea Milestones – Africa’s Map The Global Nuclear Power Race

    IAEA Milestones – Africa’s Map the Global Nuclear Power Race

    Compensation Of Victims Of Police Brutality Without Justice Is A A Blank Cheque For Future Killings

    Compensation of Victims of Police Brutality Without Justice is a A Blank Cheque for Future Killings

    Kenya Given 21-Day Ultimatum Over Wada Anti-Doping Non-Compliance

    Disruptor, Reformer, Dreamer: The making of Ruto’s legacy

    President William Ruto, Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga And Dp Kithure Kindiki, During The Marking Of The Katiba Day On August 27, 2025, At Kicc, Nairobi. Photo/Pcs. Nyanza, Odm

    Why Are Some Presidential Candidates Appearing Ambivalent Ahead of 2027 Elections

    A Photo Of City Lawyer Kyalo Mbobu Photo/Kyalo Mbobu Facebook

    Death of Kyalo Mbobu – Assassin or a Hitman? Ex-Military Officer Explains

    Why Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme Is A Game Changer For Ordinary Citizens

    Why Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme Is a Game Changer for Ordinary Citizens

    Lost Faith: A Descent Into The Abyss Of Corruption

    Lost Faith: A Descent into the Abyss of Corruption

    From Ballot To Coronation: Tanzania’s Democracy On Trial

    From Ballot to Coronation: Tanzania’s Democracy on Trial

  • Behind The Brand
No Result
View All Result
The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos
No Result
View All Result

Top Five Richest People in the World 2023

by Jason Ndunyu
December 31, 2023
Reading Time: 6 mins read
Top Five Richest People In The World 2023

Photo collage of Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Bernard Arnault.PHOTO/Courtesy

FacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWhatsApp

The Forbes Magazine released the list of the World’s Richest people in US Dollars (USD) of the year 2023.

According to the list, which is real-time updated, the total number of billionaires in the world dropped from 2,668 last year to 2640 individuals in 2023.

Additionally, the total worth of the world’s billionaires stood at $12.2 trillion at the end of December 2023.

Forbes further noted that this was nearly a $500 billion drop from the $12.7 trillion recorded last year.

Notably, the list provided by Forbes, noted a significant change in the rankings.

In the grand tapestry of wealth, the fortunes of the world’s richest are influenced by the ever-shifting tides of the stock market.

Notably, X and Tesla owner Elon Musk fell into second place according to the list due to the drop in Tesla shares.

Top Five Richest People In The World 2023
Billionaire Elon Musk during a past function. PHOTO/Courtesy

According to Forbes, the combined net worth of the world’s top 10 richest people as of December 1 stood at an astounding $1.44 trillion.

World’s Richest

The Kenya Times compiled the list of the top 5 richest people in the year 2023 according to Forbes. 

Warren Buffett ($106b)

Warren Buffet was ranked as the world’s fifth richest person of the year 2023 at a staggering net worth of $106 billion.

Fondly known as the “Oracle of Omaha”, Buffet is the owner of Berkshire Hathaway, a conglomerate that owns dozens of companies.

Renowned for his unparalleled investment prowess, Buffett stands as a testament to the enduring impact of strategic financial acumen.


Also Read: Brain Chip That Can Help You Control Computer Cursor with Your Mind Approved


As a philanthropic force, he co-created the Giving Pledge together with Microsoft owner Bill Gates.

Top Five Richest People In The World 2023
Billionaire Warren Buffet. PHOTO/Courtesy

Underscoring his commitment to charitable causes, Buffet is estimated to have donated a staggering $55 billion through charity.

Despite a minor dip in fortune between November 1 and December 1, Buffett’s legacy as the most generous billionaire prevails.

Larry Ellison ($107b)

In the realm of technology and innovation, Larry Ellison’s narrative unfolded with the founding of software giant Oracle in 1977.

Ellison is also the chairman and chief technology officer of the software giant, owning less than 40% of the total shares.

Besides overseeing the software giant, Ellison’s life exudes a blend of business brilliance and personal extravagance.

Top Five Richest People In The World 2023
Larry Ellison at a past event. PHOTO/Courtesy

The University of Illinois drop out notably acquired the Hawaiian island of Lanai at a $300 billion cost, moving permanently in 2020.

An investor in Tesla and a former board member, Ellison’s fortunes experienced a surge in 2023.

His fortunes rose by $15.6 billion between November 1 and December 1, briefly propelling him to the third richest spot globally.

 Jeff Bezos ($114b)

The titan behind the e-commerce giant Amazon, Jeff Bezos, transitions seamlessly from revolutionizing online retail.

Notably, the third richest parson of the year 2023 founded Amazon in the year 1994 out of his garage in Seattle.

Additionally, also owns aerospace company Blue Origin and The Washington Post.


Also Read: Rwanda: Stories That Made Headlines in 2023


Stepping down as Amazon’s CEO in 2021, Bezos still remains an influential figure as the company’s chairman.

His journey, marked by a continuous rise in wealth, reflects the symbiotic relationship between Amazon’s success and his personal fortunes.

Nevertheless, Bezos witnessed a successful year as Forbes recorded a $12.5 billion surge in just a month.

Elon Musk ($180b)

Perhaps the main change in the rankings, X owner Elon Musk dropped to second in the 2023 World’s richest.

Elon Musk has been dominating as the World’s richest person throughout the year.

However, Forbes’ recorded a significant drop in stocks of his electric car manufacturer company Tesla.

Richest People in the World

The drop further saw Musk drop into second but has since reclaimed the top spot as of December 31, according to Forbes’ Real Time Net Worth.

Musk who owns about 21% of Tesla between options and stocks, bought social media giant Twitter for $44b in April 2022.

Top Five Richest People In The World 2023
Twitter HQ in San Fransisco now rebranded to X. PHOTO-Elon Musk

He has since rebranded the company to X, in which was a major significant change at the company since he took over.

Notably, the American cofounded six companies including tunneling startup Boring Company and rocket producer SpaceX.

Musk’s journey from South Africa to the zenith of corporate innovation is a saga of tenacity and audacity.

According to Forbes, Tesla’s shares soared by nearly 17% in the past month.


Also Read: Why Elon Musk Wants All X Users to Pay Monthly Fee


In turn, Musk’s fortune experienced a remarkable $28 billion surge, cementing his reign at the summit.

Bernard Arnault

Forbes ranked Bernard Arnault as the World’s richest person of the year 2023 at a $211 billion net worth.

Notably, Arnault is the CEO and Chairman of LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH).

The business conglomerate orchestrates a symphony of luxury with luxurious fashion and cosmetics brands.

They include brands like Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Givenchy, Fendi and Celine.

A scion of wealth, Arnault’s ascent is also intertwined with his family’s success in the construction business.

Despite the world’s richest title slipping momentarily, his fortune soared by $13.6 billion in November.

Top Five Richest People In The World 2023
Bernard Arnault and family. PHOTO/Courtesy
Tags: Bernard ArnaultElon MuskJeff BezosLarry EllisonWarren Buffet

Jason Ndunyu

Jason Ndunyu is a Digital Media Journalist at The Kenya Times with a passion for research and fact-checking. He delivers engaging content across diverse topics, with a special interest in the dynamic world of Sports. You can reach him at [email protected]

Related Posts

Nys Announces Internships With Ksh15 K Stipend For Select Kenyans

NYS Announces Internships with Ksh15,000 Stipend for Select Kenyans

September 16, 2025
How To Pay Your Sha Contributions Via M-Pesa

How to Pay Your SHA Contributions Via M-Pesa

September 16, 2025
Photo Of Davido Photo By National Today

From Lecture Halls to World Stages: Davido’s Afrobeats Story

September 16, 2025
Kenya Airways Plane And A Photo Of Meals. Photo/Kq.

Different Meal Options Offered by Kenya Airways and How to Book Them

September 16, 2025
Advertisement

LATEST ARTICLES

  • NYS Announces Internships with Ksh15,000 Stipend for Select Kenyans
  • How to Pay Your SHA Contributions Via M-Pesa
  • From Lecture Halls to World Stages: Davido’s Afrobeats Story
  • Different Meal Options Offered by Kenya Airways and How to Book Them
  • Is There Still Free Primary Education? – Parents and Teachers Weigh In
  • FIFA to Boost Club Payments by 70% for World Cup Releases
  • Meet Former ECK Commissioner Who Has Lived with One Kidney for 35 Years
  • Quick Guide to Applying for a Smart Card Driving Licence
  • A Clear Guide on How to Apply for HELB Top-Up Funding
  • Meet Kenyan Wanjiku Mwangi, Microsoft’s New Senior Manager
  • Discover the Fascinating Traditions of the Taita People of Kenya
  • Heavy Traffic Disruption as Protesters Block Eldoret–Nakuru Route
  • Process of Applying for Dual Citizenship in Kenya
  • Faith Kipyegon Wins Fourth World Title in Women’s 1500m Final in Tokyo
  • Policing the Digital Age: The Case for Smart Surveillance in Kenya
Advertisement

Company

About Us

Our Authors

Our Experts

Social Media

Policies

Privacy Policy

House Rules

Standards and Policies

Terms and Conditions

Subscription

My Account

Contact Us

Contact Us

Join Our Team

Advertise With Us

© Copyright 2025 | The Kenya Times | All Rights Reserved

Welcome Back!

Sign In with Facebook
Sign In with Google
Sign In with Linked In
OR

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password? Sign Up

Create New Account!

Sign Up with Facebook
Sign Up with Google
Sign Up with Linked In
OR

Fill the forms below to register

All fields are required. Log In

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In
Your Privacy and Cookies
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Do not sell my personal information.
Cookie settingsACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT
LOGIN | REGISTER
  • Login
  • Sign Up
  • Cart
No Result
View All Result
  • News
    • Diaspora News
    • National News
    • World News
  • Weather
    • Climate Business
    • Climate Change
    • Climate Solutions
  • Business
    • Banking
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Money Markets
    • Real Estate
    • Startups
  • Health
    • Mens Health
    • Mental Health
    • Wellness
    • Womens Health
  • Law & Order
    • Cyber Crime
    • Courts
    • Financial Fraud
    • Missing Persons
  • Sports
    • Athletics
    • Basketball
    • Boxing
    • Cricket
    • Football
    • Formula 1
    • Golf
    • Rugby
  • Entertainment
    • Music
    • Movies
  • Lifestyle
    • Arts & Culture
    • Disabilities Matters
    • Family
    • Fashion
    • Food
    • Human Interest
    • Travel & Tourism
  • Opinion
    • Editorials
    • Letters to Editor
    • Anjana Susarla
    • John Mukum Mbaku
    • Makau Mutua
    • Peter Ongera
    • Salim Lone
    • XN Iraki
  • Sci-Tech
  • Behind The Brand
  • Contact Us

© 2024 The Kenya Times | Our Privacy Policy | Standards and Policies | House Rules

Are you sure want to unlock this post?
Unlock left : 0
Are you sure want to cancel subscription?