- NAIROBI Kenya, Feb 14- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed his confidence in Kenya’s candidate for the Africa Union Chairmanship position Raila Odinga saying he is best fitted for the post In a statement on Friday, Gachagua said Raila’s world view and championship for the African…
- UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar emphasized that the High Court, in its judgment on the leadership of the House, did not declare Azimio as the majority party in the National Assembly.
- Turkana County, part of Kenya’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs), faces severe drought and food insecurity, affecting at least 3.5 million people. The situation is further exacerbated by high refugee populations.
- SADC’s Executive Secretary, Elias Magosi, confirmed Madagascar’s formal request for regional support, emphasizing that Richard Randriamandrato remains the only candidate from the bloc.
- Parliament will establish the task force to engage key stakeholders, including the judiciary, security agencies, and human rights groups. It will also conduct public hearings and consultations on the issue.
- Ahero and Awasi Municipality Chairman, Prof. Humphrey Oborah, Thursday said work is already underway to unclog and construct drainage systems to facilitate the smooth flow of floodwater.
- Led by Sirisia Member of Parliament John Walukhe, they alleged that the recent publications against Wetangula have been sponsored by detractors keen on assassinating his character.
- There can be no negotiation “about Ukraine without Ukraine”, the UK’s defence secretary has warned. John Healey was speaking ahead of a Nato meeting of defence ministers in Brussels on Thursday after US President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin agreed to begin negotiations to end the war. Healey…
- The National Police Service's Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed the arrest of Alex Kasina, Gift Muia, and Milton Pogon in Kibwezi on Wednesday.
- The summit themed "Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations” will focus on discussions on reparatory justice, addressing historical injustices, and fostering racial healing across the continent.
- Jackline Pauline Atieno Omolo, George Ochola Owino, Mercy Njeru, and George Magutu Mwangi face multiple charges, including conspiracy to defraud, contrary to Section 317 of the Penal Code.
- On Thursday, a three-judge bench comprising Justices Patrick Kiage, Agnes Murgor Ali-Aroni, and Grace Ngenye Achode ruled that the prosecution had presented substantive evidence establishing a prima facie case against Kimunya and his co-accused.
- Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja announced Thursday that the National Police Service is expanding the Anti-Narcotics Unit at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to enhance its capacity in combating drug trafficking.
- Principal Secretary for Public Health Mary Muthoni said the initiative, spanning all forty-seven counties in ten clusters, focuses on equipping communities with the knowledge and tools needed to prevent addiction and support recovery.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 13 – The Media Society of Kenya(MCK) has continued to push journalists to focus on human centered story reporting in their daily coverage in order to bring attention to critical issues affecting Kenyans. During a media training engagement forum held on Wednesday at Aga Khan…
- MCK CEO David Omwoyo urged local radio stations to prioritize localized, solutions-oriented reporting that highlights the real impact of climate change on communities.
- The announcement follows UDA's decision on June 27, 2024, to postpone grassroots elections in 14 counties due to the deadly anti-finance bill demonstrations that rocked the nation in June and July 2024.
- Renowned for its data-driven marketing and tech-enabled solutions, Suss Ads has expanded its African footprint through this strategic partnership with Transmit, aimed at redefining Africa’s advertising landscape.
- Minority Leader Junet Mohammed criticized Wetangula accusing him of inconsistencies regarding the status of 14 MPs who defected from Azimio after signing post-election agreements with Kenya Kwanza.
- Lawmakers voted by acclamation to approve the team after Wetangula declined Minority Leader Junet Mohamed's maneuver to drop his nominees post the secondment of a motion moved by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah.
- In his ruling on the implications of the court decision on House proceedings, the Speaker cited post-election agreements filed with the Registrar of Political Parties as a key factor in determining the majority status.
- Governor Anne Waiguru said the very high-value investors will set up industries dealing in the processing and manufacturing of goods for export, especially agricultural, leather and textiles.
- Screening measures have been enhanced at high-risk entry points such as Busia, Malaba, Suam, and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), with designated arrival zones established for travelers from Uganda to minimize exposure risks.
- The court found Waititu guilty of conflict of interest for acquiring an indirect personal interest in over Sh25.6 million from Testimony Enterprises Limited, which he funneled through his company and business name during his tenure as governor.
- KWS noted that the KRRE initiative aims to address challenges posed by overcrowded sanctuaries, territorial conflicts, and limited ecological space resulting from Kenya's successful rhino conservation efforts.
- The mission, which succeeded the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia, is part of a broader security campaign to combat the Al-Qaeda linked Somalia based jihadist group Al-Shabaab.
- He said that such an independent and professionalized entity should have the legal capacity to source funding from diverse avenues beyond government allocations. These could include education bonds, unclaimed financial assets, employer training levies, and contributions from private sector…
- The Raila Odinga-led party cautioned that without intervention, farmers risk severe financial losses, especially those repaying loans, as they struggle with unsold stock and inadequate storage facilities.
- NAIROBI, Feb. 12 (Xinhua) — More than 70 African negotiators on climate change met in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi on Tuesday to boost climate justice for the continent. The two-day Special Session of the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change, attended by delegates from 35 African…
- The High Court upheld the decision by the Senate Powers and Privileges Committee to suspend Orwoba for six months after it dismised an application by the senator seeking to bar the Senate from suspending her from House business.
- Hegseth reiterated that while the U.S. remains committed to countering security threats, African nations must take primary responsibility for their own stability and defense.
