- NAKURU, Kenya, Nov 22 – Livestock disease surveillance experts have advised countries in Africa to impose quarantines to curb the spread of zoonotic diseases. The experts observed that zoonotic diseases such as Rift Valley fever, anthrax, and brucellosis have become increasingly problematic for…
- Katiba Institute warned granting CA and KRA access to mobile service provider data could allow them to monitor individuals’ movements and communications on an unprecedented scale.
- The Cabinet Secretary added that relevant stakeholders will take action against those responsible for the resource mismanagement upon reviewing the full report.
- The State Department's Bureau of African Affairs emphasized the need for transparent explanations about the situation that led to Besigye’s detention, stating that it is closely monitoring reports of his alleged abduction.
- KMJA President urged the LSK to engage constructively with the Judiciary through constitutional frameworks designed to ensure accountability and to enhance public confidence in the judicial system.
- LSK is now urging the administration to provide a detailed account of the financial implications, particularly regarding the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) which had signed at Sh96 billion deal witth Adani in October.
- In the run-up to his victory, some of his most ardent evangelical supporters had dubbed him "David", after the shepherd boy in the Bible who rose to become king.
- President Ruto highlighted that criminals and subversive elements who infiltrate and hijack peaceful protests pose a significant threat to both legitimate protesters and the general public.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 21-President William Ruto has pledged a vigorous and uncompromising fight against corruption, urging independent institutions responsible for combating graft to intensify their efforts. Speaking on Thursday during the State of the Nation Address, President Ruto emphasized plans…
- MAKUENI, Kenya, Nov 21 – Hundreds of job seekers thronged Wote Technical Institute in Makueni County for overseas employment interviews, marking the second day of a nationwide recruitment drive. The program attracted both skilled and unskilled workers vying for opportunities in sectors such as…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 21- President William Ruto has criticized lawmakers for delaying the passage of the Conflict of Interest Bill, accusing them of stalling efforts to combat corruption. Speaking in Parliament during the State of the Nation address, Ruto emphasized the urgent need for the bill,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 23 – President William Ruto has unequivocally condemned illegal arrests, extrajudicial actions, and threats to life, calling them serious threats to the life and liberty of citizens. In his State of the Nation Address, Ruto emphasized that such acts are unacceptable and must be…
- NAIROBI Kenya, Nov 21- President Ruto has urged the society to change the upbringing of the boy child, to responsible and moral upright men efforts to combat femicide and Gender Based Violence cases in the country. President Ruto called on politicians, public officers, religious leaders,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 23 – President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that they don’t have to worry about their next meal stating that the Nation’s food reserves are fully stocked. In his third State of the Nation Address before Parliament on Thursday Ruto revealed that Kenya boasts substantial…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 23 – President William Ruto now says that the government projects a 5 and 5.6.percent Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in 2024 and 2025 respectively after Kenya’s economy recorded a 5.6 percent growth last year. Ruto noted that the country’s economy continues to grow steadily…
- Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have issued arrest warrants for Israel’s prime minister and former defence minister, as well as Hamas’s military commander. A statement said a pre-trial chamber had rejected Israel’s challenges to the court’s jurisdiction and issued warrants for…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 – President William Ruto has defended his health reform plan under Taifa Care citing the need to cater to the poor and vulnerable through Universal Health Coverage. President William Ruto has reiterated his commitment to providing universal health coverage through his…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 – President William Ruto has stated that all issues raised by Kenyans on the State of the Nation deserve meaningful engagement and thoughtful response including Education and Health. In his state of the nation Address before Parliament this afternoon Ruto admitted that his…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 21 – President William Ruto has boasted of his administration’s economic turnaround in the last two years following the drop of the inflation rate from 9.6 percent in September 2022 to 2.7 percent in October this year. The President expressed that the inflation rate is the lowest…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 — President William Ruto has hailed the efforts of his broad-based government in stabilizing the Kenyan shilling, attributing the recent gains to a series of measures implemented by his administration. Ruto in his State of the Nation Address to parliament on Wednesday,…
- Duale condemned the incident as repugnant and emphasized that the Ministry would not tolerate violence that undermines human dignity and rights, even as it remains resolute in combating forest crimes.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 – The United States of America has issued a travel advisory, warning its citizens against traveling to Haiti due to the escalating violence from armed gangs. The advisory highlights the worsening situation in the capital, Port-au-Prince, where gang warfare has intensified in…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 – A United States-led effort to transition the Kenya-led multinational force in Haiti into a United Nations (UN) peacekeeping mission has faced a significant setback following Russia and China vetoing the proposal. The two countries called for a special UN Security Council…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 23 – Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has revealed that Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited(KETRACO) deal with Adani Energies solutions will go on despite fraud charges in the United States as he emphasised that a comprehensive due diligence was…
- Appearing before the National Assembly Education Committee, UASU Secretary-General Constantine Wasonga accepted the offer but demanded that the remaining Sh5.4 billion be paid over two financial years.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 – The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has raised concerns over an apparent failure to obtain consent in polio vaccination campaigns, urging immediate corrective measures to ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards. This follows parental concerns over the safety of polio…
- Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Dr. Andrew Karanja said the program would rely on vaccines produced locally by the Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (KEVEVAPI), a state corporation under his ministry.
- In addition to rejecting the levy hike, MPs passed amendments imposing stricter penalties for energy infrastructure theft. These include the forfeiture of vehicles used to transport stolen equipment.
- KISII, Kenya, Nov 21 – Kenya Women Parliamentarians Association(KEWOPA) has asked the president to declare femicide a national disaster following the recent killings of women in the country. Speaking during a mentorship program organized by Kisii Women rep Dorice Aburi at Gesiaka location, Marani…
- Prominent Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye has appeared before a military court in the capital, Kampala, where he has denied charges that include the illegal possession of firearms and negotiating to buy arms abroad. His appearance comes after his wife said he was kidnapped in neighbouring…
- By Chris Diaz, NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 21 -The private sector plays a critical role in driving economies and leading growth across the globe. Through innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment, private businesses create jobs, generate wealth, and spur economic development. One of the primary ways in…
- Developed countries, including the EU, insist on expanding the donor base to include wealthier emerging economies like China, further deepening the divide. The negotiations, which began with a nine-page draft text, now span 35 pages, reflecting unresolved debates on both the scale and structure of…
- Nov 21 – In a matter of days US President Joe Biden’s administration and Russia have made separate – but significant – moves aimed at influencing the outcome of the war in Ukraine, two months ahead of Donald Trump’s return to the White House. There is a sense of Moscow maximising its gains and of…
- The initiative, in collaboration with state departments and partners, also plans to introduce fruit gardens in schools to boost children’s fruit intake.
- The President's address comes amid growing public discontent over high taxes and the new health insurance fund, which have sparked outrage among Kenyans and criticism from church leaders, who accuse him of failing to honour his promises.
- Documents presented to the National Treasury reveal the expenditure is part of Sh17.6 billion utilized under Article 223, which allows government spending without prior parliamentary approval.
- Besigye, a four-time Ugandan presidential candidate and outspoken critic of President Yoweri Museveni, attended a book launch hosted by Karua in Nairobi on Saturday.
- President Ruto, flanked by women leaders, emphasized the urgent need to protect the lives and dignity of women, describing the rising cases of femicide as a tragic crisis requiring immediate intervention.
- A Mediation Committee of the National Assembly and the Senate co-chaired by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and Senator Ali Roba (Mandera) increased the allocation by Sh2 billion compared to the previous Financial Year citing harsh economic times.
- He stressed the importance of improving stockpile management and implementing comprehensive disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) programs to empower individuals and communities to lead peaceful and productive lives.
- He noted that the economic policy places a special focus on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises and includes marginalized groups, such as youth, women, and persons with disabilities.
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, hosting the summit, emphasized that the meeting is occurring amid the “largest number of armed conflicts since World War II” and the highest levels of forced displacements ever recorded.
- Organized by the Regional Centre on Small Arms (RECSA), the forum aims to address the persistent threat posed by small arms and light weapons, which undermine peace and security across the region.
- The program, implemented by the Lake Victoria Basin Commission (LVBC), has already received Sh800 million from the German Development Bank (KFW) and the European Union.
