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  • - Oprah Winfrey is on the mend after a stomach virus sent the media mogul to the emergency room. “Ms. Winfrey is recovering following a stomach virus and received an IV due to dehydration at the recommendation of her doctor,” a representative for Winfrey told CNN in a statement on Tuesday. “She is…
  • - The government has officially launched the Fourth Medium Term Plan (MTP IV), a comprehensive strategy aimed at accelerating Kenya’s progress towards becoming a newly-industrializing, middle-income country by 2030. Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki presided over the opening of a stakeholder…
  • - The government has officially launched the Fourth Medium Term Plan (MTP IV), a comprehensive strategy aimed at accelerating Kenya’s progress towards becoming a newly-industrializing, middle-income country by 2030. Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki presided over the opening of a stakeholder…
  • - The civil society has called on developed countries to fulfill their obligations under the Paris Agreement and the UNFCCC.
  • - The Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) has called on developed countries to fulfill their obligations under the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Speaking at the the 60th Sessions of the UN Climate Change Subsidiary Bodies (SB60), in…
  • - The First Lady has officially launched Mama Rachel Ruto Maternity Hospital in Eldoret. The hospital is a specialised facility with a capacity of 70 beds, a fully equipped theatre, a Class E laboratory, a fully stocked pharmacy, an ultra-modern diagnostic ultrasound, an X-ray unit, and an ICT centre…
  • - Labour and Social Protection CS Florence Bore held a bilateral meeting on Tuesday with her Kazakhstan counterpart, Mr. Akmadi Sarbassov, to enhance labour cooperation between the two countries. CS Bore, who is attending the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, pointed out various…
  • - The national soccer team Harambee Stars drew 0-0 with Ivory Coast in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier played Tuesday at Bingu National Stadium,Lilongwe,Malawi. Kenya was seeking to bounce back from their disappointing 1-1 draw against Burundi in their previous qualifier and faced Ivory Coast unfazed…
  • - The national soccer team Harambee Stars drew 0-0 with Ivory Coast in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier played Tuesday at Bingu National Stadium,Lilongwe,Malawi. Kenya was seeking to bounce back from their disappointing 1-1 draw against Burundi in their previous qualifier and faced Ivory Coast unfazed…
  • - The full transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA) is scheduled to start on July 1, 2024. To facilitate the transition, the Ministry of Health will spearhead a mass registration drive across all 47 counties, beginning June 21. In a despatch…
  • - The full transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA) is scheduled to start on July 1, 2024. To facilitate the transition, the Ministry of Health will spearhead a mass registration drive across all 47 counties, beginning June 21. In a despatch…
  • - The government says that it will clear the issuance of National Identification cards in the next one month. Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok says that the delays had been occasioned by a breakdown of the printing machine which has now been restored alongside the…
  • - The government says that it will clear the issuance of National Identification cards in the next one month. Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok says that the delays had been occasioned by a breakdown of the printing machine which has now been restored alongside the…
  • - United States based student Sarah Kanyereri emerged the winner of the Kenya Ladies Golf Union Muthaiga Ladies Open. Kanyereri's score of 74 was three better than Kellie Gachara in second and four better than Mercy Nyanchama and junior golfer Belinda Wanjiru who tied for third on 78. Kanyereri, who…
  • - United States based student Sarah Kanyereri emerged the winner of the Kenya Ladies Golf Union Muthaiga Ladies Open. Kanyereri’s score of 74 was three better than Kellie Gachara in second and four better than Mercy Nyanchama and junior golfer Belinda Wanjiru who tied for third on 78. Kanyereri, who…
  • - A Busia court has sentenced a terror suspect to 30 years in prison over involvement with Al-Shabaab and the Islamic State of Iraq terror groups. The suspect, identified as Jackton Jacob Kanoti, alias Abdul Hakim, was arrested in Siaya township in 2021. According to the Directorate of Criminal…
  • - Pastor Dorcas Rigathi has cited errors in parenting resulting in a generation immersed in societal vices that include loveless marriages, drunkenness, the abuse of drugs, and mental health issues. Speaking at the Call2All Strategic Summit of Reaching Africa to Transform the World held in Limuru…
  • - Students set to join universities will receive revised fee structures indicating a specific amount payable per household starting July 31st.
  • - The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has called on petroleum products retailers in Machakos County to ensure they operate within the safety standards as prescribed in the law. The authority on Tuesday conducted a safety and security public sensitization on energy and petroleum…
  • - President Ruto has constituted a team led by the Head of Public Service to address facilitation concerns raised by the office of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed Tuesday said the immediate action follows a conversation between the two leaders. “This morning…
  • - Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) runway has been closed due to an aircraft incident that occurred on Tuesday.
  • - Kenya has called for a renewed social contract to promote decent work and social justice. Speaking during a plenary session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary challenged governments to commit to strengthening laws that will advance…
  • - Kenya’s total installed electricity capacity declined by 2.3pc between 2022 and 2023 as the country cut its power generation from thermal sources owing to increase in fuel prices.
  • - The wreck of a plane carrying Malawi's vice-president has been found with no survivors, President Lazarus Chakwera has said.
  • - A plane carrying Malawi’s vice-president may have crashed in a forest in the north of the country, a senior military official has said. Saulos Chilima and nine others were flying within the country on Monday morning when their aircraft disappeared from airport radars. The plane, a military aircraft…
  • - A plane carrying Malawi's vice-president may have crashed in a forest in the north of the country, a senior military official has said.
  • - Nairobi Titans became the first team to win a match in the inaugural Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) Women’s League which got underway at Ruaraka Sports Club over the weekend. Buoyed by Sajni Shah, Mirali Fof and Yesha Desai, the Titans beat Silver Cheetah by 8 wickets in the opening…
  • - Nairobi Titans became the first team to win a match in the inaugural Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) Women’s League which got underway at Ruaraka Sports Club over the weekend. Buoyed by Sajni Shah, Mirali Fof and Yesha Desai, the Titans beat Silver Cheetah by 8 wickets in the opening…
  • - The national under 17 women’s soccer team ,Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche is focused on completing a double against Burundi in their second leg 2024 FIFA Under 17 Women’s World Cup qualifier on Sunday at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Kenya beat Burundi 3-0 in their first leg fourth round…
  • - The national under 17 women’s soccer team ,Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche is focused on completing a double against Burundi in their second leg 2024 FIFA Under 17 Women’s World Cup qualifier on Sunday at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Kenya beat Burundi 3-0 in their first leg fourth round…
  • - National Assembly Minority Leader Opiyo Wandayi has accused a section of the Kenya Kwanza leaders of using the internal wrangles within the United Democratic Alliance to incite Kenyans against each other. Echoing Wandayi’s sentiments, Mbeere North lawmaker Geoffrey Ruku called on President William…
  • - The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened its portal to allow applications for the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) September intake. The application deadline is the 21st of this month. KUCCPS said the application targets qualified KCSE holders from 2014…
  • - The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened its portal to allow applications for the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) September intake. The application deadline is the 21st of this month. KUCCPS said the application targets qualified KCSE holders from 2014…
  • - Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to harnessing accreditation as a catalyst for positive transformation and advancement.
  • - Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his Spouse Pastor Dorcas Rigathi Tuesday hosted Princess Angel, the 11-year-old girl who boldly recited a poem during the Akurinu National Prayers Conference at Nakuru High School, Nakuru County on Sunday last week. The Deputy President described Princess Angel…
  • - The government has registered 18 more colleges as Qualifications Awarding Institutions (QAIs), which means that they can train and award certificates to learners, a report indicates. The details are captured as part of achievements of the National Education Sector Strategic Plan (NESSP 2018-2022)…
  • - The Turkana County Climate Change Fund Management Board (CCCFMB) has approved the expenditure of Ksh 382 million to accelerate locally-led climate change initiatives. Chaired by Fr. Joseph Ekomwa, the board meeting adhered to Turkana’s legal framework for managing climate change. Fr. Ekomwa stated…
  • - Apple is to boost its Siri voice assistant and operating systems with OpenAI's ChatGPT as it seeks to catch up in the AI race.
  • - In a significant move towards bolstering infrastructure in Northern Kenya, the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, Kipchumba Murkomen announced plans to extend the Isiolo-Kula Mawe road all the way to Wajir. Speaking during a visit to Isiolo North, the CS emphasized the government's…
  • - The second cohort of students joining tertiary institutions this year will receive financial support under the student-centred model for higher education, just like the previous year. In a press statement, Education CS Ezekiel Machogu disclosed that of the 201,146 candidates who qualified for…
  • - Renowned South African singer and songwriter Zoë Modiga has been announced as EQUAL Africa’s June Ambassador. Zoë is a jazz and soul artist known for her dynamic voice, innovative compositions, and deep connection to her cultural roots. She recently released her newest album in April titled “…
  • - The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has urged energy companies to adhere to human rights standards, emphasizing the protection of host communities and workers' labour and health rights. The commission highlighted the importance of avoiding past human rights violations seen during…
  • - The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has urged energy companies to adhere to human rights standards, emphasizing the protection of host communities and workers’ labour and health rights. The commission highlighted the importance of avoiding past human rights violations seen during…
  • - Top 10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Manage Endometriosis Symptom Endometriosis is a chronic condition that affects millions of women worldwide, causing significant pain and discomfort. One effective way to manage endometriosis symptoms is through proper nutrition plan, specifically by incorporating…
  • - In a ceremony presided over by David Ongare, Director of Environmental Compliance, on behalf of the Director General Mamo B. Mamo exceptional students were honored for their unwavering commitment, hard work, and strong advocacy for environmental awareness. The event, held at the African Fund for…
  • - The Government is phasing out more than 13,000 fuel-injected motorcycles being used by chiefs and their assistants with electric ones. Internal Security and National Administration Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo said the move is aimed at improving mobility and efficient service delivery at…
  • - The Government is phasing out more than 13,000 fuel-injected motorcycles being used by chiefs and their assistants with electric ones. Internal Security and National Administration Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo said the move is aimed at improving mobility and efficient service delivery at…
  • - An aircraft carrying Malawi's Vice-President Saulos Chilima and nine others has gone missing, a statement from the president's office has said. The Malawi Defense Force aircraft "went off the radar" after it left the capital, Lilongwe, on Monday morning, it added. The president ordered a search and…
  • - County Government of Kirinyaga has launched rapid road rehabilitation initiative aimed at restoring infrastructure damaged by recent floods.
  • - The First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto, has officially launched Jitume Digital Hub at Butere Girls' High School, a project that was implemented by the Ministry of ICT and Digital Economy through the Konza Technopolis. The First Lady cited the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda, which also captures…