- Frequent consultations to iron out misunderstandings between County Governments and independent offices like the Controller of Budget are important for greater efficiency, accountability, and effective service delivery
- The court heard that Odhiambo forcibly inserted six pairs of socks into Chiloba’s throat, causing asphyxia and the subsequent collapse of all body functions.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 16 – The transfer of county functions from the National Government has received a major boost with the gazettement of many roles. Consequently, the necessary funds should accompany the functions in the next financial year beginning next July, President William Ruto directed…
- FAYOUM, Egypt, Dec. 16 (Xinhua) — Helmy Mahmoud, a 72-year-old farmer, tenderly nurtures his medicinal herbs in Fayoum Governorate, Egypt’s burgeoning hub for botanical agriculture. At Mahmoud’s 50-acre field, the scent of chamomile and mint fills the air, a fragrant testament to the fertile lands…
- The Deputy President acknowledged the complexities of intergovernmental relations but stressed the importance of collaboration between the two levels of government to address emerging challenges.
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 16 – President William Ruto says Taifa Care is surmounting technological and operational challenges to ensure that all Kenyans, regardless of status or means, can access quality and affordable health care. Speaking at the 11th National and County Governments Coordinating Summit…
- Meet Richard Kilundo, a 55-year-old Nursing Officer at Lunga Lunga Sub-County Hospital, who chose to undergo a vasectomy to take control of his family’s future. As a father of three grown children, Richard realized he didn’t want more children as he approached retirement, citing tough economic…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 16 – The government is in the process of forming a committee to review tariffs and benefits under the Social Health Insurance Regulations. According to Medical Services Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai, the committee will be tasked with evaluating the current system and offering…
- NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 16 – Police in Kisii are looking for four suspects who escaped after breaking their cell door. According to a police report, they also reportedly assaulted an officer on guard before fleeing. They are now calling on anyone with information on the escapees to contact the nearest…
- The Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell is facing calls to resign over his handling of a sexual abuse case, days before he takes temporary charge of the Church of England. As Bishop of Chelmsford, Mr Cottrell let priest David Tudor remain in post in the diocese despite knowing he had been barred by…
- Richard Kilundo, a 55-year-old nursing officer and father of three, made the deeply personal decision to undergo a vasectomy. Nearing retirement and mindful of economic challenges, he chose this family planning method after years of deliberation and a candid discussion with his wife, finding peace…
- Through the initiative, AKFO hopes to set a precedent for community-driven solutions to GBV, with men and women working hand in hand to achieve lasting change.
- South Korea’s constitutional court has begun trial proceedings for the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was suspended for declaring martial law and plunging his country into political turmoil. MPs voted to impeach Yoon last Saturday, after his actions sparked widespread protests calling…
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- Sheikh Abdullah’s visit comes as part of his participation in the 4th Strategic Dialogue and the 15th India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting (JCM), aimed at enhancing bilateral ties across various sectors.
- He commended security agencies for dismantling criminal networks in Turkana and neighbouring counties, paving the way for peace, stability, and economic growth in the North Rift Valley.
- The Sudan Armed Forces bet on Burhan steering them away from the contradictions of the past. Unfortunately for the institution, however, that choice appears to have been instrumental in bringing Sudan to the edge of an abyss. It threatens to take the army with it.
- KenGen Chief Executive Officer Peter Njenga reaffirmed the company's commitment to its tree-planting and growing initiatives, encouraging more Kenyans to take part.
- The committee, established under Section 21 of the National Intelligence Service Act (Cap. 206), will formulate employment guidelines for NIRU personnel.
- The suspect, identified as Brian Otiende Anyanga, is accused of masterminding the issuance of counterfeit lease certificates to unsuspecting landowners and developers while impersonating an official from the Nairobi County Lands Registry.
- A report filed at Kiandutu Police Station on Sunday indicated that officers were alerted by a concerned member of the public about an ongoing attempt to vandalize a water tank operated by Thika Water Services.
- Police reported that the victim, identified as Hassan, was in the company of his 11-year-old cousin when the crocodile struck, dragging him into the river on Friday.
- The accident occurred when the school bus carelessly attempted to overtake another vehicle and collided with the public service vehicle, which was heading to Narok.
- EACC revealed that the land had been grabbed by Edward Mwangi Irungu, then a District Officer in Mombasa, in collusion with the then Commissioner of Lands, Wilson Gachanja.
- President Ruto outlined his administration’s plans to upgrade the Navy by modernizing its fleet, adopting advanced technologies, and strengthening operational capacity.
- The collection comprises 2,658 files and over 300,000 images, shedding light on various aspects of Kenya’s colonial history, including the Mau Mau uprising, the detention of freedom fighters, and intelligence dossiers on prominent figures involved in the independence struggle.
- In a statement on Saturday, the airline announced that government authorities had issued alerts regarding the cyclone's potential impact adding that the cyclone could persist until Monday.
- Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled on Friday that it is unconstitutional for the government to withhold information on treaties, agreements, or contracts signed between the Republic of Kenya and any other state, financial institution, or corporation.
- Odinga emphasized the urgent need to address Africa's historical exclusion from global decision-making processes, particularly at the UNSC, which wields significant influence over international peace and security.
- KMJA argued that these assaults and criticisms are self-serving and rooted in undisclosed yet clearly discernible selfish interests that threaten the very fabric of society.
- Additionally, the baobab acts as a carbon sink. This means it absorbs carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and packs it away, helping mitigate climate change.
- President Emmanuel Macron has named centrist leader François Bayrou as France’s next prime minister, in a bid to end months of political turmoil. Bayrou, 73, is a mayor from the southwest and leads the MoDem party. Ahead of the announcement, he spent almost two hours with the president, in talks…
- NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 13 – President William Ruto has called for more advocacy, including from religious groups, to help end femicide. Speaking during the launch of the National Police Service and State Department of Correctional Services Strategic Plans (2023-2027), he vowed tough action by law…
