- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 7 – President William Ruto has kickstarted a series of initiatives aimed at boosting the economy in Kisumu County where he is touring since Thursday. The tour began with the inauguration of the Kabonyo Fisheries Aquaculture Service and Training Centre of Excellence in Kabonyo,…
- The Asian Games is a very important event for karate’s development and the World Karate Federation (WKF). With all 45 members of the Olympic Council of Asia sending over 12,000 athletes to the Games, the events in Hangzhou have the most participants, most sports, and largest overall scale in the…
- In a rapidly globalizing world, fostering and maintaining diplomatic relations is of paramount importance. Canada has recently found itself on thin ice with India, a burgeoning superpower with significant geopolitical influence. The abrupt recall of over 40 Canadian diplomats, following India’s…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 7 – Kenyan President William Ruto is set to approach China for a $1 billion loan to revitalize stalled road projects when he visits Beijing later this month, according to his deputy, Rigathi Gachahua. Speaking on local radio station Inooro FM, Gachahua revealed that President…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 6 – Sol Generation has announced plans to equip over 300 Eastern Africa musicians with the necessary skill to develop their talent amidst the popularity of African music globally. The initiative dubbed Press Play is an Artists’ Development Program(ADP) aimed at taking young…
- A four-pronged corridor consisting of sea, land, air and cyberspace connectivity had taken shape in the eastern Chinese province, Fujian Vice Governor Guo Ningning told Xinhua News Agency in an interview.
- The 27 countries will now proceed with further negotiations, aiming to have a functioning migration system in place before the 2024 European Parliament election that extends across the union of approximately 450 million people.
- NAIROBI, Oct 5 – The Nature Conservancy has announced a new partnership with the CGIAR Excellence in Agronomy (EiA) Initiative to set up a hub for promoting agricultural development in Kenya while conserving nature. The Foodscape Innovation Hub aims to accelerate the transition to regenerative food…
- KISUMU, Kenya, Oct 6 – President William Ruto has directed Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki to deal with perpetrators of the Sondu border conflict. President Ruto stated that his administration will not sit back and watch a few elements take his government backward. “I told Kindiki to…
- KISUMU, Kenya, Oct 6 – The administration of Kenya Kwanza Government has pledged to restock Lake Victoria, whose fish stock has dwindled in recent years. President William Ruto says food security is his number one priority in the country and the establishment of Kabonyo Kanyagwal fish aquaculture…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 6 – The newly appointed government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has said his office is ready and committed to work closely with all ministries, state departments and agencies. Mwaura, who is taking over from Cyrus Oguna who resigned as the official government spokesperson will be…
- NAIROBI,Kenya, Oct 6 — Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked Kenyans not to “read too much” into the decision by President William Ruto to reshuffle some of his Cabinet Secretaries. Gachagua said Friday that the President exercised his prerogative to organize and reorganize his team for…
- In a testament to the ever-evolving landscape of global diplomacy and development, President William Ruto is poised to embark on a landmark journey, with Beijing as the destination and the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as the focal point. The occasion? The third summit commemorating a decade of…
- Speaking to claims that the President was stripping him of his powers by elevating Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Gachagua said that the President had mandated him with a great responsibility “because he understands my output.”
- The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) made the arrests on Thursday after uncovering infiltration of the Transport Integrated Management System (TIMS) and illegal listing of units.
- RUSSIA, Oct 5 – Russian President Vladimir Putin offered effusive praise for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, referring to him as a “very wise man” while noting India’s remarkable developmental strides under his leadership, as reported by Russia-based media RT. Speaking at an event, President Putin…
- GENEVA, Oct 5 – Amidst the ongoing Human Rights Council session at the iconic UN headquarters, Palais des Nations in Geneva, the timeless principles of Mahatma Gandhi took center stage to commemorate the International Day of Non-Violence. During a side event within the ongoing HRC session,…
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki said on Thursday the security operation will be supervised jointly by the Rift Valley and Nyanza regional security teams.
- In a report tabled before the National Assembly, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu said the ministry had stopped the implementation of a report by the Prof Raphael Munavu-led task force on education reforms.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 5 – The revenue generated from fees collected on the eCitizen platform has witnessed a remarkable surge, growing from Sh1.4 billion in June 2023 to an impressive Sh 4.1 billion in September 2023. Immigrations and Citizens Services Principal Secretary, Julius Bitok, announced this…
- In Kenya, this programme will reduce the digital gap by providing internet for up to 1,300 schools in underserved areas such as arid and semi-arid lands (ASALS).
- Judicial Service Commission (JSC) initiated proceedings against Chitembwe on November 22, 2021, after Former Nairobi Governor Sonko released video clips and cell phone recordings implicating the judge in corruption.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 5 – Moses Kuria, the recently appointed Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management, has pledged to take decisive action against incompetent State Officers, which includes his fellow Cabinet Secretaries and the broader civil service. Kuria, who was…
- The four -- Gladys Wanga (Homa Bay), James Orengo (Siaya), Anyang' Nyong'o (Kisumu) and Ochillo Ayako (Migori) -- urged Kindiki to authorize the deployment of GSU specialized formation to arrest the situation.
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 5 – The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has appealed to the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to join forces with the union in the recruitment and hiring of new teachers. KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu said there is need for the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 5 -The Nairobi County Government is set to benefit from a $60 m to improve urban connectivity and promote economic growth in Kenya, Governor Sakaja Johnson has announced . Speaking when he opened a two-day meeting with the County leadership, Sakaja stated that the Kenya…
- Nairobi, Kenya Oct 5 – The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Kenya), COTU (K), has vehemently opposed the proposed Forex Hoarding Bill, 2023, terming it retrogressive and potentially harmful to the nation’s economic progress. COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli expressed deep concern that if…
- Video footage circulated online showed the dramatic moment when security agents grabbed the opposition leader before whisking him into a waiting vehicle with minimal resistance.
- Mudavadi who was named Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary in addition to his role as chief minister thanked the Head of State for entrusting the "vital role" of leading Kenya's Foreign Office to him.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 5 – The Higher Education Loan Board (HELB) has initiated the distribution of tuition loans to more than 245,000 students, encompassing both undergraduate and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) continuing students. Of this total, over 175,000 are undergraduate…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, October 4 – The Ministry of Health has formed a technical team to review the Tobacco Act of 2007 in response to mounting legal concerns. This move comes amidst calls from Members of Parliament (MPs) seeking a ban on the Velo brand of nicotine pouches in the country. MPs have called…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 5 – Fare hikes orchestrated by public transport operators may soon become a thing of the past, thanks to a groundbreaking bill designed to regulate commuter fares that is currently under consideration by the National Assembly. The National Transport Safety Authority (NTSA)…
- Oct 5, 2023: The European Commission’s launch of an investigation on Wednesday on subsidized electric cars from China and its recommendation on Tuesday of risk assessment for critical technologies are the latest signs of rapidly growing protectionism in the 27-member bloc. While the commission has…
- Oct 5, 2023: Beijing is displaying sincerity in working on its differences with Washington and in clearing up misunderstandings, analysts said on Wednesday as China made a welcome gesture to an upcoming visit by United States lawmakers. US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced on Tuesday…
- Oct 5, 2023: The Ministry of Commerce expressed strong dissatisfaction on Wednesday over the European Union’s anti-subsidy investigation into electric vehicle imports from China, saying the move lacks sufficient evidence and is inconsistent with relevant World Trade Organization rules. The EU,…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 4 – Former nominated Senator Isaac Mwaura has been appointed Government Spokesman. Mwaura will be deputised by Political Analyst Gabriel Muthuma and former news Presenter Mwanaisha Chidzuga in the appointments announced by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei. They will oversee…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 4 – Moses Kuria has been moved from Trade Investments and Industry Ministry to Public Service Perfomance and Industey. Kuria will be replaced by Rebecca Miano in the first Cabinet reshuffle by President William Ruto. In the changes, the portfolio of Prime Cabinet Secretary…
- Ruto's Chief of Staff Felix Koskei announced on Wednesday that Mudavadi would replace Alfred Mutua who was deployed to the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife.
- The Joint People’s Action Committee, representing POJK, has issued a Charter of Demands, calling for free electricity, subsidies on flour, the elimination of taxes, and an end to privileges for the rulers. Earlier, a declaration meeting was held at an undisclosed location within the borders of POJK…
- Afghan refugees residing in Pakistan and Iran have raised concerns about mistreatment within their host countries. In Pakistan, Afghan refugees have reported incidents where they were arrested by the Pakistani government, even though they possessed legal documentation. Ahmad, an Afghan refugee in…
- Murkomen further said that the installation of the bumps and reduction of speed to 50KPH as indicated on signage, and as required in areas under construction, will help to preserve the quality of the road and ensure the safety of road users.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 4 – Luo Nyanza lawmakers are up in arms over the clashes in Sondu area along the Kisumu Kericho border that have so far claimed four lives. Led by National Assembly Minority Leader Opiyo Wandayi pushed for speedy resolution to end the ongoing massacre insisting the skirmishes…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 4 – Individuals hoarding foreign currency might find themselves on the wrong side of the law, if a proposed bill sail through. Rongo Member of Parliament Paul Abuor has sponsored a bill which intends to alleviate the pressure of the Kenyans shillings which has suffered a sharp…