- Leaders—including lawmakers, governors, and a cabinet secretary—stated that Kenyans are fed up with theories and are demanding comprehensive answers to the increasing cases of unexplained disappearances and killings.
- Hosted by Laban Wanambisi, Irene Mwangi, and Davis Ayega, the one-hour program airs every Monday from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm and covers issues spanning local, regional, and global contexts.
- This adjustment, according to the union, will effectively downgrade intern compensation to public sector entry-level standards, disregarding the high demands and critical nature of their roles in healthcare.
- GABORONE, Botswana Nov 9– Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has voiced Kenya’s strong support for Raila Odinga’s bid to chair the African Union Commission (AUC) during his official visit to Gaborone. This move comes shortly after Kenya formally launched Odinga’s candidacy, positioning him as a…
- By Susan Simolo NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 9 — A group of church leaders from Nairobi and Kiambu regions is urging the government to temporarily reinstate the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) until technical and logistical challenges with the new Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) are resolved. The…
- Kindiki and Boko’s discussions included enhancing cooperation on climate change and trade in key sectors like coffee, tea, beef farming, horticulture, and mining.
- A secret recording shows the chief executive of Azerbaijan's COP29 team, Elnur Soltanov, discussing "investment opportunities" in the state oil and gas company with a man posing as a potential investor.
- Nov 9 – The UN’s Human Rights Office has condemned the high number of civilians killed in the war in Gaza, saying its analysis shows close to 70% of verified victims over a six-month period were women and children. The agency said the high number was largely due to Israel’s use of weapons with wide…
- Nov 9 – After a gruelling months-long election campaign, we are now three days out from the US polling day, with Donald Trump and the Republicans projected to win the White House and the Senate. It’s still not entirely clear which party will take control of the House of Representatives, though it…
- Ruto also spoke on carbon trading, announcing that 40% of carbon market proceeds would be directed to community projects, supporting local economic growth.
- One relatively current development is registering persons to the Social Health Authority (SHA). The SHA registration process relies heavily on a USSD registration option to capture details from the masses, given that most Kenyans do not own an internet-enabled smartphone in 2024.
- The Kenyan leader will lead a high-level Kenyan delegation, including Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, in discussions centered on securing climate finance, advancing adaptation efforts, and finalizing carbon market regulations.
- The Kenyan leader expressed optimism for Trump’s upcoming term, highlighting the importance of Kenya-U.S. collaboration on key issues such as trade, security, and good governance.
- In a post on X, Modi expressed optimism about working closely with Trump again to strengthen India-US relations across various sectors, including energy, defense, and technology.
- The ministry reported the casualty on Friday even as it confirmed three new cases from Mombasa, Nairobi, and Nakuru, bringing the total number of Mpox cases in the country to 17.
- The festival is organized by the County Governments of Narok, Kajiado, and Samburu through the Maa Economic Bloc, under the leadership of Patrick Keturet Ole Ntutu, Governor Joseph Ole Lenku, and Governor Jonathan Lati Lelelit.
- Despite being equal stakeholders in energy use, women face significant barriers to energy access, which burdens them with the lack of clean energy and the effects of climate change.
- Ogoye was invited to discuss employment diversity and other issues within the state agency, but has skipped four meetings so far, prompting the fine.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 8 – Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have arrested the owner of the house where Wells Fargo manager Willis Ayieko was detained, tourtered and murdered. Police said Duncan Onyango, alias Otuch, was arrested at his hideout in Bondo sub-county. The Detectives…
- The festival, which began on November 6 at Samburu National Park, features a wide array of cultural activities, including traditional dances, music, storytelling, crafts, and cuisine, providing attendees an immersive experience of Maasai culture.
- This exemption follows KRA’s announcement on November 6 regarding new regulations set to take effect on January 1, 2025, which will require passengers entering Kenya to declare mobile phones, including IMEI numbers, to strengthen tax compliance and uphold market integrity.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 8 – Deputy Inspector General of Kenya police Eliud Lagat will Friday hold a meeting with police commanders in Rift Valley region to discuss their challenges and successes. This is the third such meeting he holds regionally after that of Coast and Nairobi.Rift Valley is one of…
- The State Department stated that the Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) will double the MSS fleet and enhance the mobility of Haitian National Police officers.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 8 – Kenyan troops deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission (MONUSCO) have received high praise for their professionalism and operational readiness following a successful Operational Effectiveness…
- Electric vehicles could help solve these problems but they’ve been slow to take off in the region. Its biggest economy, South Africa, had only about 1,000 electric vehicles by 2022.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 7 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has expressed confidence that his successor as Cabinet Secretary for the Interior will address emerging security challenges, including the growing cases of abductions and femicide in the country. Kindiki, who served as Interior CS for two…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 7 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, formerly Interior Cabinet Secretary, on Thursday, reflected on his tenure’s achievements in the fight against terrorism and banditry, particularly in the troubled regions of Lamu and North Eastern Kenya. Kindiki disclosed the milestones…
- Critics have questioned her silence on issues such as perceived corruption, extrajudicial killings, and abductions, particularly after the June GenZ movement protests, during which dozens were killed by police and many more were arrested.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale today unveiled a Sh620 million project to restore the Mt. Elgon Forest ecosystem in Bungoma and Trans-Nzoia Counties. The 5-year livelihoods and climate action project is financed by the 7th cycle of the…
- The suspect is alleged to have killed his wife and three children in Ethiopia before migrating to the country and further killing his girlfriend whose body parts were found in Langata.
- The recognition celebrates the Centre's outstanding efforts in promoting tourism resilience and crisis management, particularly its commitment to supporting Eastern Africa’s tourism sector in overcoming challenges and fostering sustainable development.
- KISII, Kenya, Nov 7 – The County First Ladies Association (CFA) has endorsed the Fossil Fuels Non-proliferation treaty in supporting an urgent need for action towards an equitable transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy while championing climate action in Kenya. Speaking in Nairobi, first…
- NAKURU, Kenya, Nov 7 – A Kampala-bound bus operated by Simba Coach Company caught fire and burst into flames at Morendat, between Naivasha and the Gilgil Toll Station. Naivasha Sub-County Deputy Police Commander Anthony Keter confirmed that the two passengers on board escaped unhurt. The incident…
- In recent months, the country had reported a worrying surge in abductions, with many linking the rise to the aftermath of widespread protests led by GenZ.
- Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled on Thursday that the matter had already been addressed by the Environment and Land Court, a court of equal status, in October 2023, rendering the petition res judicata.
- The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) opens next week in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The summit takes place between 11 and 22 November, and decisions made there will impact all of us. To date, the international community has failed to rein in the deadly activities of the…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 7 – Former United States President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama have congratulated US President-Elect Donald Trump on his election victory, emphasizing the importance of a peaceful transfer of power. In a statement on Thursday, the Obamas acknowledged that…
- Harris acknowledged that the election outcome was not what they had hoped for or what they had been fighting for, but affirmed that “the light of America's promise will always burn bright.”
- Mutunga who served as the inaugural Chief Justice under the 2010 Constitution as the Supreme Court's founding President said he strongly believes that the next president should come from Generation Z or the Millennials.
- The return capsule landed at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 1:24 a.m. All of the three crew members had left the capsule by 2:15 a.m. and they are stated to be in good health.
