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  • - The Commission on Administrative Justice (the office of the Ombudsman) has released an inquiry report detailing the problems Kenyan citizens encounter when obtaining legal identity documents in border counties. In the report, the Commission noted that despite constitutional guarantees, many…
  • - Akinyi Gitonga emerged victorious during the ninth edition of the Karen Country club Ladies tournament held on Wednesday. Carding an impressive 68 nett, Gitonga secured the top spot in Division A of the competition. Akinyi was followed closely by her clubmates Koki Muia and Kellie Gachaga who…
  • - Akinyi Gitonga emerged victorious during the ninth edition of the Karen Country club Ladies tournament held on Wednesday. Carding an impressive 68 nett, Gitonga secured the top spot in Division A of the competition. Akinyi was followed closely by her clubmates Koki Muia and Kellie Gachaga who…
  • - French security forces began locking down large parts of central Paris on Thursday ahead of the hugely complex Olympics opening ceremony next week on the river Seine. The opening parade along six kilometres (four miles) of the river led to the closure of riverside central districts to most vehicles…
  • - Sama has entered into a strategic partnership with The University of Nairobi (UoN) designed to advance the Generative AI (GenAI) industry in Kenya. By virtue of this partnership, UoN students and faculty will gain exposure to the rapidly evolving GenAI environment through part-time employment…
  • - Sama has entered into a strategic partnership with The University of Nairobi (UoN) designed to advance the Generative AI (GenAI) industry in Kenya. By virtue of this partnership, UoN students and faculty will gain exposure to the rapidly evolving GenAI environment through part-time employment…
  • - It has now been established that victims of the Kware killings were not protestors. Chief government pathologist Dr Johansen Oduor Thursday said preliminary autopsy results revealed that the 10 bodies retrieved from a quarry in Kware, Mukuru Kwa Njenga in Nairobi had no gunshot wounds. The…
  • - It has now been established that victims of the Kware killings were not protestors. Chief government pathologist Dr Johansen Oduor Thursday said preliminary autopsy results revealed that the 10 bodies retrieved from a quarry in Kware, Mukuru Kwa Njenga in Nairobi had no gunshot wounds. The…
  • - Kenya could attract at least Ksh 1.5 trillion in private capital and achieve geothermal installed capacity of 5000 megawatts within a decade by ensuring stable fiscal and legal regime
  • - Former Chief Justice David Maraga has praised the people of Rwanda for the way they conducted themselves during the recently concluded presidential elections that saw Paul Kagame emerge as the winner. Maraga, who headed the EAC Election Observation Mission to Rwanda elections said the country’s…
  • - Former Chief Justice David Maraga has praised the people of Rwanda for the way they conducted themselves during the recently concluded presidential elections that saw Paul Kagame emerge as the winner. Maraga, who headed the EAC Election Observation Mission to Rwanda elections said the country’s…
  • - The government through relevant institutions is working towards ensuring key strategies and efforts aimed at empowering youth graduates are aligned with the demands of the current job market. This with an aim of producing highly skilled graduates who are not only employable but also capable of…
  • - Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) has freezed the salary review for all other public officers for the financial year 2024/2025 until further notice, contingent upon the availability of funding. According to a statement SRC, the decision has been informed by there being no allocated budget…
  • - Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) has freezed the salary review for all other public officers for the financial year 2024/2025 until further notice, contingent upon the availability of funding. According to a statement SRC, the decision has been informed by there being no allocated budget…
  • - Daina Njuguna, one of the newest faces on our screens. She stars in the comedy-drama series Big Girl Small World. The newcomer plays Aisha, a wild card whose free-spirited nature and carefree outlook to life often lands her in trouble. After years of self-exile, Aisha returns to Nairobi seeking new…
  • - Daina Njuguna, one of the newest faces on our screens. She stars in the comedy-drama series Big Girl Small World. The newcomer plays Aisha, a wild card whose free-spirited nature and carefree outlook to life often lands her in trouble. After years of self-exile, Aisha returns to Nairobi seeking new…
  • - CFAO Mobility Kenya has launched to the market the New Generation Landcruiser Prado, designed for off-roading dominance, reliability, and rugged durability.
  • - Tech First Gulf, a prominent value-added distributor in the Middle East and Africa, has announced the establishment of a strategic distribution alliance with Kaspersky, a globally renowned cybersecurity solutions provider, with a focus on Africa. The historic partnership marks a turning point and…
  • - Technology stocks around the world have slumped on fears about the global computer chip industry.
  • - Japanese feudal drama ‘Shogun’ and tv favourite ‘The Bear’ have emerged the most nominated series of 2024. The most nominated is samurai epic ‘Shogun’ with 25, while ‘The Bear’ has set a record for a comedy programme with 23. Additionally, ‘The Bear’ has 10 acting nominations in total, including…
  • - Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition party leader Raila Odinga has apologised for the chaos witnessed during the Azimio meeting in Nairobi. In a statement, Raila said he regrets the unfortunate events, sending his unreserved apologies to journalists and leaders caught up in the melee. He added that…
  • - A geologist specializing in Geophysics and Seismology, Gladys Karegi Kianji, says the epicentre of Tuesday’s earth tremor in Nairobi was in Magadi area along the eastern arm of the Rift Valley. Kianji in an interview with KBC warned that the Rift Valley is widening at the rate of two millimeters…
  • - A geologist specializing in Geophysics and Seismology, Gladys Karegi Kianji, says the epicentre of Tuesday’s earth tremor in Nairobi was in Magadi area along the eastern arm of the Rift Valley. Kianji in an interview with KBC warned that the Rift Valley is widening at the rate of two millimeters…
  • - Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is suffering mild symptoms, the White House has said. Karine Jean-Pierre, his press secretary, said the US president is vaccinated and boosted. He has tested positive for Covid twice before. Mr Biden, 81, was seen earlier on Wednesday visiting…
  • - The State Department of Medical Services has requested Parliament to allocate at least Ksh 100 million for sensitization and public participation in the Social Health Insurance Act (SHIA), which was declared unconstitutional by the court. The High Court nullified the Social Health Insurance Act…
  • - The State Department of Medical Services has requested Parliament to allocate at least Ksh 100 million for sensitization and public participation in the Social Health Insurance Act (SHIA), which was declared unconstitutional by the court. The High Court nullified the Social Health Insurance Act…
  • - The State Department of Medical Services has requested Parliament to allocate Ksh 6 billion to facilitate health insurance for low-income households. Appearing before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health on Wednesday, Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr Harry Kimtai emphasized…
  • - The State Department of Medical Services has requested Parliament to allocate Ksh 6 billion to facilitate health insurance for low-income households. Appearing before the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health on Wednesday, Medical Services Principal Secretary Dr Harry Kimtai emphasized…
  • - The National Assembly Committee on Education has raised concerns about the proposed Ksh 10.3 billion reduction in the budget for the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for the 2024/25 financial year. TSC CEO Nancy Macharia emphasized that these cuts would primarily impact recurrent expenditure,…
  • - The National Assembly Committee on Education has raised concerns about the proposed Ksh 10.3 billion reduction in the budget for the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for the 2024/25 financial year. TSC CEO Nancy Macharia emphasized that these cuts would primarily impact recurrent expenditure,…
  • - Members of the Departmental Committee on Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives have criticized the National Treasury for withholding funds allocated to state departments. Committee Chairperson James Gakuya (Embakasi North) emphasized that approving funds for state agencies without subsequent…
  • - The National Police Service (NPS) has banned demonstrations planned for Thursday by Kenyan youths (Gen Z's). Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kirocho stated that since the demonstrations began in June, the country has suffered enormous losses, including injuries, deaths, and destruction…
  • - The State Department for Public Works submitted to the Departmental Committee on Housing, Urban Planning & Public Works that revision of the Department's development budget to zero will ground the Department's operations entirely. Appearing before the Committee, Public Works PS Joel Arumonyang…
  • - The State Department for Public Works submitted to the Departmental Committee on Housing, Urban Planning & Public Works that revision of the Department’s development budget to zero will ground the Department’s operations entirely. Appearing before the Committee, Public Works PS Joel Arumonyang…
  • - Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) reporter Abdiaziz Hashim was among journalists roughed up by rowdy youths during an Azimio presser at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Foundation on Wednesday. Expressing concern, the Political Journalist Association of Kenya (PJAK) condemned the assault in the strongest…
  • - Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) reporter Abdiaziz Hashim was among journalists roughed up by rowdy youths during an Azimio presser at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Foundation on Wednesday. Expressing concern, the Political Journalist Association of Kenya (PJAK) condemned the assault in the strongest…
  • - China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday the suspension of discussions with the United States regarding future consultations on arms control and non-proliferation. A spokesperson for the ministry attributed this decision squarely to actions by the US. China took this step due to…
  • - China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday the suspension of discussions with the United States regarding future consultations on arms control and non-proliferation. A spokesperson for the ministry attributed this decision squarely to actions by the US. China took this step due to…
  • - China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday the suspension of discussions with the United States regarding future consultations on arms control and non-proliferation. A spokesperson for the ministry attributed this decision squarely to actions by the US. China took this step due to…
  • - China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday the suspension of discussions with the United States regarding future consultations on arms control and non-proliferation. A spokesperson for the ministry attributed this decision squarely to actions by the US. China took this step due to…
  • - Former Chief Justice David Maraga has lauded the conduct of Rwanda's recent presidential election, describing the process as exemplary. Speaking in Kigali, where he served as the Head of the East Africa Community (EAC) Election Observation Mission, Maraga praised the election for its peaceful and…
  • - Former Chief Justice David Maraga has lauded the conduct of Rwanda’s recent presidential election, describing the process as exemplary. Speaking in Kigali, where he served as the Head of the East Africa Community (EAC) Election Observation Mission, Maraga praised the election for its peaceful and…
  • - Two more suspects linked to the heinous killings in Kware, where dismembered bodies were found in sacks and dumped in a quarry, have been detained for 28 days to allow police to conclude investigations. Amos Momanyi and Moses Ogembo, arrested for handling a phone belonging to one of the victims,…
  • - Two more suspects linked to the heinous killings in Kware, where dismembered bodies were found in sacks and dumped in a quarry, have been detained for 28 days to allow police to conclude investigations. Amos Momanyi and Moses Ogembo, arrested for handling a phone belonging to one of the victims,…
  • - Tanzania women’s soccer team forward Aisha Masaka has joined Brittain’s Women’s Super League side Brighton & Hove Albion. The club posted on its social media pages confirming the development. “We are delighted to announce the signing of Aisha Masaka from BK Hacken on undisclosed terms, subject…
  • - President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday paid a heartfelt tribute to the founder of Jubilee Christian Church (JCC), Televangelist Bishop Allan Kiuna, who passed away last week after a long battle with cancer. Gachagua, reading the President's condolence message to the…
  • - President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday paid a heartfelt tribute to the founder of Jubilee Christian Church (JCC), Televangelist Bishop Allan Kiuna, who passed away last week after a long battle with cancer. Gachagua, reading the President’s condolence message to the…
  • - Jasiri Talent Investor Academy has announced applications for the Jasiri Talent Investor Program Cohort 7 for applicants from Rwanda, Ethiopia and Kenya who will get an opportunity to turn their innovative ideas into high-impact ventures. Jasiri is dedicado to understanding areas of non-consumption…
  • - Jasiri Talent Investor Academy has announced applications for the Jasiri Talent Investor Program Cohort 7 for applicants from Rwanda, Ethiopia and Kenya who will get an opportunity to turn their innovative ideas into high-impact ventures. Jasiri is dedicado to understanding areas of non-consumption…
  • - President William Ruto has appointed Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi to act as Cabinet Secretary in all ministries following the dismissal of his entire Cabinet. This development was formalized in a gazette notice dated July 12. "That pursuant to Article 152 (5) (a) of the Constitution,…