- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 24 – The government has released Sh21.8 capitation funds for third term as students are preparing to open school next week. The capitation is meant for learners in all public basic education institutions including Free Primary Education, Free Day Junior School Education and Free…
- Scientists and engineers have been working on the research and development for the country’s next-generation research icebreaker for years, expecting construction of the first such vessel to begin in the near future, according to a key figure involved in this project. “The government has allocated…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 24 – The management of Old Mutual PLC has been blocked from selling the assets of the company by the High Court. This follwed a suit by a shareholder of the company challening the decision. “In the interim, orders in terms of prayer 2 are granted,”justice J.W.W Mongare read.…
- A new mpox virus detection product has recently been approved for marketing, playing a role in preventing and controlling the spread of the virus, according to a statement released by Guangdong Provincial Medical Products Administration on Wednesday. The National Medical Products Administration…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 24 – Youths in Kenya have been urged to engage in scientific research that fuels progress and drives innovation in the country. Speaking during the inaugural Kenya National Research Festival co-hosted by Young Scientists Kenya and the National Research Fund, Chief of Staff and…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 24 – Members of Parliament from the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Committee of the National Assembly have warned that the project to roll out 1,450 Digital Hubs targeting each ward across the Country risks being hampered by procedural gaps arising…
- A major player on South Africa’s political landscape for more than a decade, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has been shaken to the core following the defection of its deputy leader Floyd Shivambu to former President Jacob Zuma’s fledgling party – uMhkonto weSizwe (MK), or Spear of the Nation.…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 24 – Kenyans were on Saturday advised to avoid “handling or consuming bushmeat” following two reported cases of MPox in the country. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano issued the warning, emphasizing on the importance of steering clear of wildlife due to the disease’s…
- TESO, Kenya Aug 24 – Residents of Malaba have expressed fear after the second patient of MPox was reported at Malaba on Friday. The 40-year-old truck driver who was traveling from Mombasa to DRC tested positive and he has been evacuated to Alupe Subcounty Referral Hospital in isolation to receive…
- The intervention by the House is appears to be a move to forestall a possible court declaration against MP-administered bursuries following a petition lodged at the Nakuru High Court.
- The ministry confirmed the diagnosis after extensive laboratory testing on an adult male truck driver, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa announced on Friday.
- The survey, which targeted youth aged 18-35 in Kisumu, Mombasa, and Nairobi, found that a large number of young people feel that politics does not align with their interests and is largely inaccessible to those without substantial financial resources.
- Chief Justice Martha Koome called on the MPs to expedite the passing of the Tribunal Bill which has delayed the streamlining and operationalization of Tribunals in Kenya.
- NCCK General Secretary Canon Peter Karanja argues that limiting the qualifications for the EACC Chairperson to legal professionals would breach constitutional principles and undermine the Commission’s effectiveness.
- Universities Fund Chief Executive Officer Godfrey Monari disclosed that the review process has already begun, with students set to receive the status of their appeals within three weeks of application.
- Makolo said that Kigali will not allow anyone to reverse the gains made in the country over the last three decades and will "selfishly protect" itself from the existing threats over the ongoing tiff with Kinshasa.
- Cooperatives Principal Secretary Patrick Kilemi listed the Ministry of Defence and Administration Police as the biggest debtors at Sh49.5 million and Sh32.4 million respectively.
- Members of the committee launched a coordinated response on Thursday amid sustained debate on overlapping functions among public entities financing education.
- NAIROBI,Kenya Aug 23 – The Public Service Commission found itself in a tight spot following revelations that showed it defied its own directive by employing staff above the mandatory retirement age of 60. Revelations made before the National Assembly Public Accounts Committee (PAC) showed the…
- Mbadi said mobilising resources for teachers' salary adjustments was a struggle and a such government could not commit further financing for employment of teachers.
- The latest duties range from 36.3 percent for SAIC, 19.3 percent for Geely, 17 percent for BYD and 9 percent for Tesla, which accounts for more than one-third of the EU's EV imports from China.
- Xi made the remarks when addressing a symposium organized by the CPC Central Committee to commemorate the 120th anniversary of Deng's birth on Thursday.
- Kipsang He asserted that the government, through the Social Health Authority, has developed an enhanced benefits for a package specifically tailored for students.
- Unannounced visits by the newly-installed Deputy Inspector General Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat has inspired the new-found order in police stations in an effort to evaluate their condition and the quality of service to the public.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 22— Nineteen Kenyan students have been awarded Chinese Government scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic year. The scholarships, covering undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD programs, are part of a broader initiative that has seen a total of 65 Kenyan students benefit this year,…
- Justice Lawrence Mugambi slotted the matter following a petition by a lobby registered as Genesis for Human Rights Commission which cited his involvement in economic crimes.
- Koome proposed the consolidation of all bursary funds at the national and sub-national level to mobilise required resources for free tertiary education.
- While taking into account the age of the mother and other factors known to affect pregnancy outcomes, the researchers found every ten-year increase in paternal age was linked to more complications.
- Brigadier Njuguna previously held the position of KDF Spokesman between 2018 and 2020 before his assignment at the National Defence University-Kenya.
- Jumaisi escaped alongside 12 suspects from the Gigiri Police Station on August 20 under mysterious circumstances prompting the interdiction of eight police officers amid a probe.
- The increasing wildlife trading of exotic animals worldwide, both legal and illegal, facilitates an ever-growing wild animal-human interaction. The reverse chain of events may occur when wild animals are driven to move out of their established habitats and into those of humans in search of food.
- KenGen is banking on what it has decribed as proactive water management at the Seven Forks dams in Embu and Machakos counties to sustain generation capacity.
- Since October, the US position "has moved toward unconditional support for Israel and away from a more balanced position" that it took in the past, Midgley said.
- The signing of the documents in Moscow was witnessed by Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin after they co-chaired the 29th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government.
- CBK told a parliamentary committee on Wednesday that projections in mid 2023 indicated a potential stockout hence the move to athorize a five-year printing deal.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 21 – Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has asked judicial institutions led by the judiciary to support the Ministry and its agencies including NEMA to enforce the various environmental laws. Speaking on Wednesday at the launch of the ‘Greening The Justice System: Framework…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 21- Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has officially gazetted Senate’s resolution to impeach Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza. In the nortice, Kingi cited gross misconduct, abuse of office, and gross violation of the Constitution. “It is notified for the information of the general…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 21- Nyandarua Senator John Methu has called on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to consider forming an alliance with Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, and other like-minded leaders. Methu believes this move would help Gachagua solidify his…
