- The Senate has reconvened from recess to consider the impeachment motion against Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo. The governor is represented by 11 lawyers and has lined up five witnesses, while the county assembly has 12 lawyers and four witnesses. The Senate opted for a full plenary trial after…
- County Government of Turkana will soon have a world class disaster response hub to serve the local areas and, international neighbors of Uganda and South Sudan. During a high level meeting between the County and Kenya Red Cross delegation, it was agreed that the ground breaking for the hub be…
- Kenya joined the globe in marking the World Zoonoses Day with experts raising concern over the limited capacity in the country for early detection and potentially rapid response of zoonotic diseases, which can help preempt pandemics.
- Kenya joined the globe in marking the World Zoonoses Day with experts raising concern over the limited capacity in the country for early detection and potentially rapid response of zoonotic diseases, which can help preempt pandemics.
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has reaffirmed his unwavering support for President William Ruto, describing him as a visionary leader committed to securing Kenya’s future through bold and sometimes unpopular decisions. Mudavadi says he has taken the time to interact with the president and…
- The National Police Service (NPS) has released a preliminary report following the Saba Saba protests held across various parts of the country on Monday, confirming fatalities, injuries, arrests, and property damage related to the unrest. In a statement, NPS Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga confirmed that…
- Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is advocating for an inclusive, intergenerational national dialogue to help Kenya navigate its challenges and establish a peaceful and sustainable future amid rising unrest and political agitation. Addressing the press during the 35th commemoration of Saba Saba,…
- The United States on Monday announced it was revoking its “foreign terrorist organization” designation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a group once linked to Al-Qaeda that toppled Syria’s government in December. “In line with President (Donald) Trump’s May 13 promise to deliver sanctions relief to…
- Libyan authorities on Monday said they had intercepted 113 migrants off the country’s coast and recovered three bodies in separate operations over three days. The bodies of three “illegal migrants of African nationalities” were discovered on a beach in Misrata, some 200 kilometres (125 miles) east…
- Youth camp confirms 27 dead as Texas flood toll passes 90 Hunt, UnitedRescuers in Texas searched Monday for bodies swept away by flash floods that killed more than 90 people, including 27 girls and counselors at a summer camp destroyed by torrents of water. The United States was shocked at the…
- The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku on Monday held high-level discussions with senior leaders of the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) ahead of the groundbreaking ceremony for the Centre’s new African headquarters at the Kenya…
- Turkana County government has pledged to support the enforcement of compliance to the Public Benefit Organizations (PBOs) Act that come to force in May 2024. Deputy Governor Dr John Erus made the commitment during a meeting with officials of the Public Benefit Organizations Regulation Authority (…
- Turkana County government has pledged to support the enforcement of compliance to the Public Benefit Organizations (PBOs) Act that come to force in May 2024. Deputy Governor Dr John Erus made the commitment during a meeting with officials of the Public Benefit Organizations Regulation Authority (…
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has defended the security arrangements implemented during the July 7 (Saba Saba) demonstrations, crediting the National Police Service for averting large-scale destruction while safeguarding the constitutional right to peaceful assembly. Speaking after…
- Cyprus has officially inaugurated its embassy in Nairobi, coinciding with the signing of a memorandum of understanding on political and diplomatic consultations.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pleaded with Kenyans to embrace dialogue to solve grievances and concerns instead of violence and chaos. The DP said the country cannot progress in chaos and destruction, yet it is possible to talk and find solutions to challenges facing the nation. “Our…
- Gem MP Elisha Odhiambo has urged the Inspector General of Police to dispatch a special investigative team to probe a spate of unresolved murders targeting women and young girls in the constituency. Speaking at Mutumbu in Gem Yala Sub-county, the legislator expressed concern over the growing number…
- A section of University student leaders is calling on the youth across the country to maintain peace and stop being used to propel violence and destruction of property. Addressing the press at the University of Nairobi ahead of Monday anticipated Saba Saba protests, the student leaders led by Remmy…
- The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has called on the Judiciary to impose tougher penalties to drivers of overloaded trucks, warning that the menace continues to destroy the country’s road infrastructure.
- The Buddhist Association of China on Thursday issued a statement on the recent claims of the 14th Dalai Lama regarding his reincarnation. The following is the full text of the statement: The 14th Dalai Lama recently released the so-called “Statement Affirming the Continuation of the Institution of…
- Deputy Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli has clarified that no one has been blocked from accessing Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD). While patrolling the CBD alongside senior police officials, Masengeli urged Kenyans to go about their normal activities, assuring the public that security…
- Kenya Railways has announced the resumption of the Mombasa to Nairobi Madaraka Express passenger train service, following a temporary suspension on Sunday night due to a technical hitch. The abrupt suspension left hundreds of passengers stranded. However, in a statement issued on Monday morning,…
- The County Government of Kakamega is targeting to vaccinate 1.1million children in the ongoing Nationwide vaccination campaign against Measles, Rubella(MR), and Typhoid diseases.
- As the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) continues to take root in Kenya’s education system, stakeholders have been urged to work collaboratively to ensure its success. The system, which seeks to nurture all-rounded learners while identifying and developing their talents, is being hailed as a…
- As the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) continues to take root in Kenya’s education system, stakeholders have been urged to work collaboratively to ensure its success. The system, which seeks to nurture all-rounded learners while identifying and developing their talents, is being hailed as a…
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has issued a stern warning against the resurgence of divisive and retrogressive politics, cautioning that failure to embrace unity could plunge Kenya back into the chaos witnessed during the 2007/08 post-election violence.
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has asserted that President William Ruto will win his second term through the ballot in 2027. Mudavadi said he holds on the prediction of how the coming election will be despite the shifting political dynamics and told Kenyans that Ruto still stands a big…
- Kenya’s rapidly growing population, projected to exceed 63 million by 2030, is contributing towards the demand for healthcare services. While the health workforce is growing at an annual rate of 3.4pc the demand for health services is rising even faster, at 4.7pc.Without sufficient doctors, the…
- The Coalition for Health Research and Development (CHReaD) today issues a grave concern: Kenya’s declining investment in health research, development, and innovation is putting the nation’s health security at severe risk. This trend threatens a critical shortage of locally produced life-saving…
- Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has warned Kenyans not to be fooled by the social media hype and affluence on the emerging trend of military led governments in Africa.
- The free medical camp held at Malaba Township Primary School grounds in Teso North Sub-county witnessed an overwhelming turnout of clients from both within and outside Busia County, with beneficiaries expressing heartfelt appreciation for the professional healthcare services they received. The…
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called upon leaders at all levels of government to embrace humility, discipline, and integrity in the discharge of their responsibilities.
- Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a robbery with violence suspect and recovered a firearm believed to be used to terrorize residents in the coastal region.
- A section of the clergy and members of Bunge la Wananchi from Migori County have called on residents to refrain from unnecessary mass actions and demonstrations.
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, has called for a renewed sense of unity and national responsibility among Kenyans, urging citizens and leaders alike to rise above tribal politics and entitlement to focus on service and development.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged coastal leaders and residents to back President William Ruto’s development agenda for the region highlighting key projects aimed at catalyzing its economic growth.
- What happens when a small Maasai boy gets lost in the wild and encounters a lion? While most such encounters might end tragically, this one transformed into a remarkable tale of survival and connection, forming the basis of a children’s book set to launch in Kenya. On Friday, June 20th, Langata…
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has faulted the trend of tribal and divisive politics, cautioning that such narratives risk plunging the country into dangerous polarization.
- The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has condemned the use of a firearm in a court in environment in Ruiru, Kiambu County on Friday. Several gunshots were fired at the court premises after police officers re-arrested a politician allied to impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his…
- President William Ruto’s administration has intensified its grassroots development agenda by officially launching a rural electrification project at Ntithini Market and Gitareni areas in Mugwe and Igamba Ng’ombe wards. Speaking during the launch event, Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Energy…
- Farmers have been asked to embrace the use of biological pesticides as a way of mitigating climate change and solving negative impact towards the environment caused by prolonged use of the chemicals in farming.
- For many years Mrs. Leah Kiptarus from Kapteren village Keiyo North sub county engaged in brewing of chang’aa to help her husband bring up their family. It was a life full of chaos, she says as she was constantly in conflict with the law. Mrs. Kiptarus says fights would erupt anytime at her home as…
- Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Saturday condemned an arson attack on a busy city synagogue, saying it was a “cowardly” act of antisemitism. Police are searching for a man who set the front door of a Melbourne synagogue ablaze on Friday night as around 20 people ate dinner inside.…
- Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale today officially launched the Integrated Measles-Rubella and Typhoid Conjugate Vaccine Campaign at Githogoro Grounds in Westlands, Nairobi. The life-saving initiative aims to boost child immunization coverage and curb the burden of preventable diseases across…
- Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale, EGH, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Kenya’s primary healthcare system through accountability, timely compensation for frontline workers, and protection of public resources under the Social Health Authority (SHA). Speaking during…
