- THIKA, Kenya, Oct 14 — Thika High School buzzed with activity this weekend in celebration of World Mental Health Day with marketing agency Suss Digital, through its Suss NextGen program organizing sessions to promote the mental well-being of students. Globally, mental health issues among young…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 – The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has raised concerns about the potential threat to national unity if Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is impeached by the Senate. In a statement on Monday, NCIC Chair Samuel Kobia cautioned that the impeachment process…
- Gachagua has maintained that the impeachment motion is politically motivated and has expressed confidence in the judiciary to deliver a fair ruling. The Senate, which is expected to conduct the trial over two days, will have the final say on the Deputy President’s fate.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 – Azimio leader Raila Odinga has supported the government’s public-private partnership (PPP) with Indian contractor Adani, amidst rising controversy over the involvement of the firm in Kenya’s infrastructure projects. Odinga in a statement emphasized the urgent need for Kenya…
- Though it is still subject to vagaries in some economic variables and government regulations, gold has outperformed other asset classes in its ability to retain value.
- In the meantime, the country's exports surged 6.2 percent on a yearly basis to 18.62 trillion yuan and imports rose 4.1 percent year-on-year to 13.71 trillion yuan.
- BEIJING, China, Oct 14 — On Monday, the People’s Liberation Army started to carry out an inter-service exercise surrounding Taiwan Island, according to a military spokesman. Senior Captain Li Xi, spokesman for the PLA Eastern Theater Command, said in a statement early on Monday that his command…
- The country's consumer price index, the main gauge of inflation, rose 0.4 percent year-on-year in September, compared with a 0.6 percent increase in August.
- Counsel for the County Assembly said the sub-national legislature will present several witness accounts including a protected witness codenamed 'Kericho daughter'.
- According to Rebecca Akinyi Migwambo, Coordinator for Professional Learning Communities at Kenya Connect, 51 primary and 14 secondary schools participated in the awards, which were divided into five categories: Literacy Champion Award, Technology Champion Award, Beyond the Duty Award, Leadership,…
- Some countries have imposed travel and trade restrictions in response to the outbreak, but the WHO labeled these measures "ineffective and unnecessary."
- Gachagua expressed confidence in the Judiciary to handle the situation fairly if it escalates. He emphasized that it is not feasible for some leaders to be removed from office, reminding citizens that many were elected during the previous General Elections.
- Earlier, PM Modi met Japan’s newly appointed Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit, reaffirming their commitment to a peaceful, safe, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region and recognizing India and Japan as indispensable partners.
- Oct 13 – At least 20 miners were killed and seven others injured in a brutal attack by armed men on a private coal mine in the Duki area of Balochistan on Friday, according to police reports. This incident raises serious concerns about security in a region that has experienced a series of terror…
- The DRC, which has reported 30,766 suspected cases, faces a higher fatality rate due to late diagnosis and poor access to treatment in several health zones.
- Roba’s proposal advocates for deputy governors and deputy presidents to be appointed by elected leaders after the election, rather than being selected during the campaign period.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 13 – The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) will host the 2024 IGAD Media Awards in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, on October 23 at the Argyle Hotel. The event will recognize journalists and media professionals who have made significant contributions to peace, security…
- Nyong’o will now steer the opposition party as Odinga fully immerses himself in his campaign for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) Chairman.
- Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said Godhana was arrested for interrogation after failing to honour the summons by DCI detectives who have questioned several local leaders including MPs and MCAs.
- The decision follows months of negotiations between the government, trade unions, and employers. Initially, employers had insisted on establishing the National Wages Council before wage increment discussions could commence. I
- The troops also received training in Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC), Close Target Reconnaissance (CTR), raids, ambushes, rappelling, and air insertions—essential skills for rapid tactical deployments.
- The SHA contribution amounts to 2.75% of household income. For individuals not on payroll, a fair premium will be determined based on capability using a means-testing tool.
- Kenya has pledged to provide 1,000 officers to lead the Multi-National Security Support Mission (MSSM) in Haiti, with the initial deployment of 400 officers having begun in September.
- She also poked fun at the false appointment to the mining sector, questioning why the fake news would involve mining rather than other sectors like youth or agriculture, where her interests lie. “And mining again? Not even youth or agriculture? Just so you know, it’s fake!”
- This decision follows months of negotiations involving the government, trade unions, and employers. Initially, employers insisted on the establishment of the National Wages Council before negotiations on the wage increment could begin. In response, Dr. Mutua gazetted the council along with several…
- The ongoing conflict in Lebanon follows more than a year of hostilities between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas. On October 7, Hamas launched a surprise attack on southern Israel, resulting in approximately 1,200 deaths and at least 240 hostages, according to Israeli authorities.
- The court also indicated that the parties are free to seek the assistance of the County Labour Officer in Machakos to facilitate the process effectively.
- It raised concerns over the healthcare crisis, particularly in rural areas, where many Kenyans are unable to access medical services following the suspension of NHIF.
- Despite the reward, Jumaisi’s whereabouts, along with the other escapees, remain unknown. Members of the public with information are urged to call the DCI hotline 0800722203 or police hotlines 999, 911, and 112.
- The clashes, which began on October 4 with a shooting in the Anole area that killed five people, have escalated, with a retaliatory attack in Nanighi Village claiming four more lives and destroying several traditional manyattas.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 12– The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Friday destroyed narcotic drugs valued at approximately Sh176.5 million, following the conclusion of a court process overseen by Senior Principal Magistrate Njeri Thuku at the DCI’s National Forensic Laboratory. Deputy DCI…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11-The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have questioned three legislators from Tana River County in connection with ongoing inter-clan clashes that have so far claimed at least 14 lives. The move comes after at least six more people were killed in fresh…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 11 – Deputy Inspector General (DIG)of Kenya Police Eliud Lagat has called on the warring Communities in Tana River County to cease hostilities amid heightened tensions in the Coastal region. Speaking Friday, Lagat disclosed that the Coast Region Security Committee was meeting to…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 11 – Chief Justice Martha Koome has called upon the National Government, Nairobi County Government, and development partners to cooperate and collaborate with the Judiciary towards addressing barriers that undermine access to justice in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area. Speaking…
- Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese group of atomic bomb survivors, has won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. Known as hibakusha, the group is made up of survivors of the 1945 bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It has been recognised by the Norwegian Nobel Committee for efforts to rid the world of nuclear…
- Kenya has appealed for urgent financial support from the international community to sustain a police deployment in Haiti, which has been extended by a year. The multinational security mission, which began in June, is helping fight gangs controlling much of the capital, Port-au-Prince, and nearby…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 11 – As Senators gear to consider the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua,an opnion poll has ranked Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as the most preferred successor. The poll conducted by Infotrack showed at least 20 per cent of the respondents…
