- Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has called upon doctors in the country in the country to be part of the solution in addressing challenges ailing the health sector.
- Premier League strugglers Everton are close to being sold to Miami-based investment firm 777 Partners. The financially-stricken Toffees resumed discussions with the American company after talks with MSP Sports Capital collapsed in August. The takeover will bring to an end the tumultuous tenure of…
- Residents of Mukogodo West in Laikipia County have been grappling with acute food shortage following the prolonged drought with school going children being the most affected.
- Famous bank robber turned writer is set to grace the Nairobi International Bookfair scheduled to take place from September 27 – October 1, 2023. The fair’s theme is Nurturing Talent Through Publishing. The 73-year-old writer is expected to give an account of his fascinating life story as well as to…
- Police officers led by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have launched an investigation into the suspected murder of a 40 year old man in Mount Elgon.
- A US citizen trapped in Turkey’s third deepest cave for more than a week has been pulled to safety, rescuers say. More than 150 people were involved in efforts to save caver Mark Dickey after he developed stomach problems in the Morca Cave on 2 September. Organisers say it was one of the largest…
- Nigerian superstar and fast-rising musician has become the first African artist to record a billion streams on a song, in this case, the “Calm Down” single featuring Selena Gomez. The achievement not only highlights Rema’s growing influence in the music industry but also stresses the power of cross…
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has arrived via rail in Russia where he is due to meet President Vladimir Putin. Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia on his armoured train for a rare summit with President Putin in what is thought to a meeting to discuss a possible deal to supply North Korean arms for…
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has put land grabbers in Thika, Kiambu County on notice saying the government will not tolerate theft of parcels meant for establishment of public utilities.
- The Simpsons is the longest-running scripted TV show in history! US network Fox released the trailer for the 35th season of The Simpsons on Monday night. The extended clip, which runs for one minute and seventeen seconds, gives us a glimpse of Homer Simpson, his wife Marge, and their children Bart…
- Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says the coffee reforms are steadily on track. Gachagua is in Bogota, Colombia, for the Coffee Producers and Roasters Forum in Medellin City in an effort to promote Kenya’s coffee for better earnings to the farmers. He said they will engage high-value markets for…
- High-income earners will pay a maximum of Ksh 5,000 to the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). Speaking on TV47, Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha clarified that the proposed 2.75pc of income for NHIF contributions had been capped at a maximum of Ksh 5,000 and a minimum of Ksh 300. She…
- The 10th edition of the COMESA Annual Research Forum to discuss emerging topical issues in regional integration entered day two on Tuesday in Lusaka, Zambia. The event which brings together policymakers, academia, think tanks and the private sector is part of capacity-building initiatives in…
- Thousands of people are feared dead after a powerful storm triggered devastating flooding in Libya. The leader of the east Libyan government, which is not recognised internationally, said deaths “exceed 2,000”. Jalel Harchaoui, a Libya specialist, told the BBC the death toll could reach as many as…
- Small to large business corporations will now be able to manage and make decisions of their working capital from the comfort of their space Tende Pay, which is a payment tailored platform for enterprises. Tende Pay has deployed its platform to help businesses to efficiently oversee and maintain the…
- The UN food security agency on Monday launched an emergency response plan to provide essential support to communities in Sudan grappling with the devastating effects of the ongoing conflict.
- Maasai Mara University, a leading institution of higher learning in Kenya, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Vimal Shah as its new Chancellor by the President, Dr. William Samoei Ruto, Friday 8th September 2023, for five years.
- Spanish UEFA Soccer coaches led by Marc Miquel on Monday visited Potterhouse School, an international school based in Runda where he had an engagement with the kids who are passionate about football. The coaches introduced to the school players and coaches the Spanish model of football,in a move…
- Vincent Mwasia Mutua popularly known as Chipukeezy will host his first set of guests on Monday evening on his newly relaunched show, The Chipukeezy Show, now hosted by the national broadcaster KBC. His guests on Spetember 11 include one of Kenya’s most successful rap ensembles Ethic Entertainment,…
- KCB RFC, celebrated a double victory on the final day of the national sevens rugby season, defending the Kababeri 7s tournament and the National Sevens Series championship title. In the Kababeri 7s final against Nakuru RFC , KCB RFC dominated from the outset, leading 12-0 at halftime with tries…
- Health Cabinet Secretary Nakhumicha S Wafula has urged the Parliament to pass the 4 crucial Bills that promote healthcare in line with the Kenya Kwanza administration’s pledge to aid achievement of country’s attainment of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) as outlined in Government’s Bottom Up…
- The rumours were wrong! At least that’s what Warner Brothers want fans of DC comic hero Aquaman to know. On Sunday evening, unconfirmed reports about the movie’s footage being lost swarmed social media before WB finally released the teaser to the Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom trailer. The teaser…
- Celebrity power couple and musicians Nameless and Wahu are celebrating 18 years of marriage. The couple, who first met while they were students at the University of Nairobi, took the time to reflect on their marriage with “gratitude.” “We can’t help but reflect with gratitude on a journey of great…
- Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore has assured that no eligible Kenyan will be left out in the ongoing Inua Jamii registration exercise.
- The Kenya Defence Forces KDF has condemned criminal activities that have been disrupting movement and sabotage of socio-economic stability in Lamu County. This comes as KDF soldiers on patrol along the Milimani Baure road in Lamu County ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) on the 10th of…
- Africa’s tourism stakeholders are expected to meet in Johannesburg, South Africa next month to come up with ways of making the sector sustainable in the post-covid era.
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- Nairobi has the highest prevalence of current use of cannabis in Kenya, a survey by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Drug Abuse (NACADA) has shown.
- The government is targeting 100 per cent electrification for its citizens by 2030 through the Last Mile connectivity project. Energy PS Alex Wachira says under the program being funded by the national government and partners like the Africa Development Bank (AfDB), European Investment Bank and the…
- Cabinet Secretary for Health Susan Nakhumicha has urged expectant mothers in Migori County to utilize the Linda Mama health programme for both their safety and the unborn. Speaking during a funds drive at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Uriri Sub County- Migori, Nakhumicha reiterated that Migori…
- Days after the government issued a warning about the likelihood of El Niño rainfall that is expected to pound Kenya from October likely bringing flooding, and landslides, residents of flood-prone Mwana Mukia village in Ruiru, Kiambu County are living in fear of displacement during the rains.
- The Nyandarua County Director of Adult Education Margaret Nduku has decried the low uptake of adult learning by men in the region. Nduku said men have not shown enthusiasm about learning, making them trail women in adult education enrollment in the area. The Director said out of the 787 adult…
- Considered Kenya’s biggest beer festival, the event is set to take place in several African countries this year as it goes regional. Some of the countries across East African include Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and South Sudan. In keeping with its tradition, Oktobafest promises an unforgettable…
- South African musician Makhadzi is the EQUAL Africa ambassador for the month of September. Makhadzi joins a troop of multi-talented African female artists including Tayla, Qing Madi, and Khanyisa, just to name a few. EQUAL Africa fosters equity for women in the music and audio space and has helped…
- A section of leaders and environmentalists from Garissa County is calling on the National Government to commit more funds to ASAL counties since they bore the biggest brunt of climate change. Addressing the press in Garissa town, the vice chairman of the Kenya Livestock Marketing Council Dubat Ali…
- Twenty-four-year-old Jeremiah Wahome racked up his second career Kenya National Rally Championship (KNRC) victory following brilliant displays in the iconic Mombasa Motor Club round. Driving a Ford Fiesta Rally 2 and navigated by home driver Victor Okundi, Wahome sped to his second win of the…
- Luis Rubiales has resigned as president of the Spanish Football Federation following criticism for kissing Spain forward Jenni Hermoso at the Women’s World Cup final presentation ceremony. Hermoso, 33, said the kiss after Spain beat England was not consensual and she filed a legal complaint last…
- US actors Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have now said they did not mean to cause trauma to the victims of Danny Masterson after it was revealed late last week that they wrote letters of support for Masterson – now convicted of sexual assault. The two shared a video on Instagram, following public…