- Given the tragedy that engulfs our country now, a country of rumours and ethnic divisions, it is a good idea to immediately set up a Commission of Inquiry that has robust public participation.
- KISUMU, Kenya, Apr 19 – Leaders in Nyanza region from the political divide have joined other Kenyans to mourn the late Chief of Defence Forces Francis Ogolla. Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, who was to host the late General in Kisumu described Ogolla as a patriotic and a dedicated servant of the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 19-The Parliament of Uganda on Friday observed a moment of silence in honor of the late Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Francis Ogolla and nine other who perished following a military helicopter crash in Elgeyo-Marakwet’s Keben area on Thursday. The gesture comes even as tribute…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 19-Leaders drawn from the East African Community region have joined the rest of the world in paying tribute to Kenya’s military chief, Francis Ogolla, who perished alongside nine others following Thursday’s helicopter crash in Elgeyo Marakwet’s Keben area. Somalia’s President…
- The company stated that the complainant will be required to provide details like batch numbers, delivery numbers, and the date of the delivery to the company.
- The postponement of the much awaited event was occasioned by the demise of the Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla who died in a helicopter crash alongside nine other officers.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 19 – Chief of Defense Forces Major Francis Ogolla is set to be buried on Sunday in Siaya according to his wishes. This was revealed by his family who revealed that Ogolla had left instructions in his will to be buried within 72 hours of his death. According to sources, the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 19 – The Committee on Implemention have called on the State Department of Labour to become innovative in creating awareness for job placements abroad. The legislators further want the State Department to partner with them on this cause, to enhance the number of applications from…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 19 – The puzzle on who supplied substandard fertilizer to farmers remains unriddled even as KEL Chemicals firm accused of supplying the commodity roped in top government officials in the scandal. Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Agriculture, KEL Chemicals…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 19 – The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat has joined a list of leaders who have sent messages of condolences as Kenyans mourn the Chief of Kenyan Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla. In his X account Faki Mahama stated that his thoughts and…
- President Ruto who confirmed the tragic death of the CDF alongside the nine officers in a televised address to the Nation on Thursday ordered the lowering of national, regional, and regimental flags to half-mast from Friday.
- President Ruto who confirmed the tragic death of the CDF alongside the nine officers in a televised address to the Nation on Thursday ordered the lowering of national, regional, and regimental flags to half-mast from Friday.
- General Ogolla, who took over from General Robert Kibochi in April 2023 when he was appointed by President William Ruto, had a distinguished career spanning decades.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 18 – President William Ruto convened a National Security Council meeting at State House Nairobi on Thursday evening following a helicopter crash that killed top military commanders in Elgeyo Marakwet. The meeting was followed by a press conference by the president in which he…
- KDF denied allegations that the officers had attacked and disarmed a local police officer in the line of duty, even as it promised a joint probe on the matter.
- They both addressed the topic of leadership succession amid jostling over Odinga's anticipated exit from local politics should his government-sponsored bid to become African Union Commission Chairperson sail through.
- Speculations are rife on the identities of those on board but the Military Headquarters and the Ministry of Defence is yet to comment on the deadly accident.
- NAIROBI, April 18 (Xinhua) — The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), an East African bloc, on Wednesday launched a new tool to improve monitoring and response to climate change-induced droughts. Dubbed the “Enhanced East African Drought Watch,” the innovative tool is expected to…
- Turk is on an official visit to the DRC at the invitation of the Congolese government. He is due to meet with President Felix Tshisekedi and senior officials in the capital of Kinshasa.
- Videos of a 6-year-old boy in Southwest China’s Chongqing performing fire-breathing — a unique Sichuan Opera stunt — went viral online recently. In the video, the chubby little boy, dressed in opera regalia, skillfully holds two torches in his hands and firmly plants his feet. He then holds his…
- Fan Yifei, former vice-governor of the People’s Bank of China, pleaded guilty for taking briberies at the Intermediate People’s Court in Huanggang, Hubei province, on Thursday. From 1993 to 2022, Fan was found to have taken advantage of his positions, such as deputy head of China Construction Bank’…
- BUJUMBURA, April 18 (Xinhua) — Burundi has appealed for international support for flood victims as the East African country reels from the effects of El Nino. “For about two centuries, Burundi has been among the 20 most vulnerable countries in the world due to climate change. El Nino has caused a…
- HAIKOU — Chinese Vice-Premier Liu Guozhong has stressed the importance of accelerating efforts to achieve breakthroughs on core agricultural technologies in key areas and boosting self-reliance and strength within the seed industry. Liu, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party…
- ADDIS ABABA, April 18 (Xinhua) — The African Union (AU) has called on African countries to build capabilities in cyberspace as countries face increasing cyber threats. The call was made during a cyber diplomacy-themed workshop that brought together representatives of diplomatic missions of the AU…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 18 – Kenya Railways has announced the suspension of the Nairobi -Nanyuki train services following heavy rains across the country which have destroyed a section of the railway. According to the corporation, a section of the railway line at Thika’s Mitubiri area has been rendered…
- A factional battle is ensuing between Oparanya and Joho who are seeking to put in place their allies in ODM leadership positions during the grassroots elections in a an attempt to boost their chances of succeeding Odinga.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 18 – President William Ruto, Afrobeats megastar Burna Boy, and captain of South Africa’s national rugby team Siya Kolisi are leading the group of Africans who have been recognised by Time magazine among the world’s most influential people. Burna Boy was featured in the icons…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 18 – Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has been feted as the top lawmaker in 2024 Leadership Awards by Politrack Africa in an event that took place in a Nairobi hotel last night. The Star Leadership Awards also ranked Embakasi East MP. Babu Owino second position while…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 18 – The Ministry of Defence has formally handed the management of the refurbished Uhuru and Central Parks back to the Nairobi County Government following the completion of renovations. The ceremony was witnessed by Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Nairobi Governor…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 18 – Interior cabinet secretary Kithure Kindiki has topped a list of top performing cabinet secretaries according to a new report released by Politrack Africa under the starleaders awards. His Agriculture counterpart Mithika Linturi emerged second best with the pollster…
- Uganda is holding the festival across four counties along the Kenyan coast, aiming to attract both Kenyan and international visitors to their nation.
- He also acknowledged the UN's pivotal role in responding to humanitarian crises, including the devastating drought and flooding experienced in Kenya.
- The Head of State termed pronouncements endorsing the strike led by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) and the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) as populist and insincere.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 18 – In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, technology plays a pivotal role in enabling seamless and efficient operations across various sectors. For media and entertainment companies, embracing digital transformation presents an opportunity to reimagine existing business…
- The airport, which last year served more than 80 million passengers, second only to Atlanta in the United States, warned recovery would take "some time".
- Apr 17 – Tragedy struck in a Sydney shopping mall over the weekend as five women and a Pakistani man lost their lives in a knife attack, according to reports from local community groups and media outlets. The Australian Pakistani National Association and an Ahmadiyya community organization revealed…
- He highlighted the filling of Seven-Forks Hydro-electric Power Dams noting Masinga Dam was already spilling. Further precipitation, Kindiki warned, could lead to cascading spillovers into other dams, increasing flooding risks downstream.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17 – President William Ruto says 2,100 civil servants with fraudulent certificates should refund public funds and quit or face prosecution. Speaking during the Third National Wage Bill Conference, the head of state indicated that should they not do this, both the Ethics and Anti…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17 – President William Ruto has directed all State agencies with non-compliant reports from the Auditor-General and the Public Service Commission to submit corrective action within the next 21 days. Raising concern over the level of non-compliance with constitutional mandates…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 17 – Tough action will be taken against those who violate traffic laws and cause deaths and injuries, President William Ruto has said. The President said road negligence must stop and road safety measures enhanced, including adoption of modern technologies to enhance monitoring…
- Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru rushed to Murang'a from Nairobi landing at Mumbi Grounds on a helicopter where a waiting Landcruiser picked him up for the assignment.