- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 22 – Luxury Boutique hotel group, Hemingways Collection has collaborated with the Maa Trust in the construction of the first of its kind maternity facility in Maasai Mara. The facility will feature an operating theatre capable of performing caesarean sections, a neonatal high-…
- MIGORI, Kenya, Jul 22 – The World Food Programme (WFP) is championing food security measures to ensure the sustainability of school feeding programmes in the semi-arid region of Nyatike Sub County.The introduction of Orange Fleshed Sweet Potatoes (OFSP) by WFP to supplement other foods children eat…
- Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has warned protesters that they will be “playing with fire” if they press ahead with plans to stage an anti-corruption march to parliament on Tuesday. Young Ugandans have been organising the march on social media to demand an end to corruption in government. They…
- He said he has given ample concessions to the "leaderless" protests by Gen Z, and any further continuation will only serve to disrupt the nation's fabric.
- This comprehensive initiative aims to tackle the challenges hindering startups in Africa by providing principles, recommendations, and specific sample clauses to guide AU Member States in developing or updating their national startup legislative and regulatory frameworks.
- Raila is facing accusations of aligning with the government, but pressure from Gen Z and other Kenyans has compelled him to reconsider engaging in talks with Ruto.
- This devastating event demonstrates the crucial need for safe and legal pathways for migration, said Gregoire Goodstein, the head of the IOM in Haiti.
- LUSAKA, July 20 (Xinhua) — The World Bank on Friday pledged 100 million U.S. dollars to help Zambia speed up its digital infrastructure and increase access to the internet. Managing Director and World Bank Group Chief Administrative Officer Zhang Wencai said the support will come through the…
- Israel captured the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and the Gaza Strip in the 1967 Middle East war and has controlled them ever since, despite international protests over its occupancy in these areas.
- NEW Delhi, India Juy 20 – The US has called on New Delhi to support initiatives aimed at achieving an enduring and just peace for Ukraine. Responding to queries about India-US relations following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Russia, US State Department Principal Deputy…
- Prof Soyinka's father, an Anglican preacher and headmaster, exposed him to the colonial administration, and the conflict between native customs and enforced European standards.
- Gachagua said the President has performed exemplary well in enhancing good governance and accountability, improving food production, streamlining the education systems and transport infrastructure and he needs support and acknowledgement on the progress.
- Higher Education Principal Secretary Beatrice Inyangala said in a statement on Friday that all institutions will implement a new fee structure starting August 5.
- The response fell short of addressing key demands raised by Kenya including the concerns over the Foundation's non-lobbying policy with the Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei accusing some of the beneficiaries of flouting the policy.
- Experts also said that the potential reform measures could see more tax reductions for small and medium-sized enterprises, lifting the share of private firms in government purchases, and encouraging more private firms in major technological projects such as artificial intelligence and stored energy.
- Xi gave the instructions after the bridge, located in Zhashui County in Shangluo City, collapsed at approximately 8:40 pm on Friday due to flash floods caused by heavy rain. 12
- The priorities for the nation's reform and opening-up until 2029 were mapped out during the third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, the Party's central leadership, held between Monday and Thursday.
- The court ordered the Acting Inspector General of Police to circulate the order reversing the protest ban by Friday, July 19, and file evidence of the same alongside responses to the application.
- The Baringo boss said that they are working together with the county security team to deliver a successful tournament amid the countrywide anti-tax protests.
- Natembeya alleged a hidden agenda to undermine the education sector, ensuring that Kenyans remain illiterate for the benefit of a few selfish leaders
- In the appointments announced at State House Nairobi, President Ruto nominated Andrew Mwihia as the Agriculture Cabinet Secretary and Eric Muriithi was taken to the Water department.
- Murkomen, who managed the Roads docket, and Kuria, responsible for Performance and Service Delivery, were among the outspoken Cabinet Secretaries dismissed by President Ruto.
- Kalonzo insisted unless a consultative meeting is held between Kenya Kwanza Alliance coalition and affiliate parties in the opposition coalition, then they will not accept calls to join the Cabinet.
- If approved by parliament Miano, who formerly served as the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry will take over Justin Muturi
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 19 – Kithure Kindiki is expected to make a comeback to cabinet after President William Ruto nominated him to the Interior docket in a partial cabinet list announced on Friday. Aden Duale was also assigned hisformer Defense docket even as Alice Wahome, Soipan Tuya and Davis…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Jul 19 – National examination invigilation exercise for thousands of learners is in limbo after the National Treasury reduced the 5 Billion budget allocated for the 2024 school examinations and assessments. The State Department of Basic Education has registered 2,284,017 learners for…
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs questioned the allocation of sums totaling Sh946 million in just under thirteen months, demanding a detailed explanation on the absorption of the grants in question.
- The Kenyan team, alongside Haitian National Police also reclaimed control of critical infrastructure, including a public hospital previously dominated by gangs.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, July 19 – The State Department of Medical Services is requesting at least a Sh100 million allocation by the National Assembly for sensitization and public participation on the Social Health Insurance Act (SHIA), which was declared unconstitutional by the court. The High Court…
- The planned hiring of Deputy Inspector Generals for the two police formations -- Kenya Police and Administration Police -- follow the resignation of Inspector General of the National Police Service Japhet Koome following mounting pressure over police brutality in recent protests.
- KISUMU, Kenya, Jul 19 – The Ministry of State Labour and Skills Development has put into use its skills inventory for easy access to locate the best resource for jobs both locally and internationally. The Ministry’s Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime says the ministry carried out a skills…
- Karuku, who previously served as Vice Chairperson of KAM since July 2022, will now lead the Association’s Board of Directors for a two-year term, succeeding Rajan Shah.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, July 18 – The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has issued a public warning over falsified diabetes drugs – Ozempic Pens (Semaglutide) in the Kenyan market. According to a statement from PPB, the drugs are illegal as they are not registered for use in the Kenyan market. The alert…
- Of the 1,600-plus A-share companies that have disclosed their first-half earnings forecasts so far, more than 850 said their income will rise year-on-year, according to market tracker Wind Info.
- At the launching ceremony for the Center for GSI Studies, the organizer, the China Institute of International Studies, issued the first "Report on the Implementation Progress of the GSI", which takes stock of the outcomes that have been achieved so far.
- A communique said that restrictions on the market will be lifted while effective regulation will be ensured to better maintain order in the market and remedy market failures.
- KILIFI, Kenya July 18 – The government is intensifying efforts to advance preventive and promotive healthcare nationwide, aiming to drive the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda. On Thursday, Principal Secretary for the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni…
