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  • - Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has resumed talks with the Ministry of Health. According to the Union, the discussions which are underway are on several outstanding issues namely delayed intern postings, the implementation of a return-to-work formula and the…
  • - Chelsea have begun disciplinary proceedings against midfielder Enzo Fernandez after he posted a video on social media that the French Football Federation said included an alleged "racist and discriminatory" chant. On Tuesday the FFF said it would file a complaint to world governing body Fifa over…
  • - Siaya High Court Presiding Judge Daniel Ogembo has passed on. He was found dead at his home in Siaya on Wednesday morning by his driver who went to pick him up. The Judge had reportedly complained he was not feeling well yesterday (Tuesday) before he went to bed. His body has been moved to the
  • - The Association of Media Women in Kenya (AMWIK) has condemned the recent acts of police brutality following the shooting of Mediamax journalist Catherine Wanjeri and the arrest of veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho. Wanjeri was shot during Nakuru protests yesterday, while Gaitho was arrested this…
  • - The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has banned the 'Shamba system' in parts of Kinangop, Nyandarua County, causing an uproar among hundreds of small-scale farmers. The government institution has given the farmers 14 days to cease farming activities in parts of the Aberdare forest, putting them in a…
  • - A two time silver medalist in the All African Games Robert Kibet is now ready to take on another challenge at the 2024 World Masters Indoor Athletics Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden. The veteran athlete aged 60 years who won a gold medal at the 2021 African Masters Games in Nairobi is set to…
  • - A two time silver medalist in the All African Games Robert Kibet is now ready to take on another challenge at the 2024 World Masters Indoor Athletics Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden. The veteran athlete aged 60 years who won a gold medal at the 2021 African Masters Games in Nairobi is set to…
  • - A clinical trial conducted in Eastern Africa has discovered a shorter, safer, and more effective treatment for post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL), a stigmatizing skin disease. According to researchers, the new treatment which reduces both hospitalization days by over 50pc and the safety…
  • - A clinical trial conducted in Eastern Africa has discovered a shorter, safer, and more effective treatment for post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL), a stigmatizing skin disease. According to researchers, the new treatment which reduces both hospitalization days by over 50pc and the safety…
  • - The Rift Valley Secondary School Sports Association is taking decisive measures to curb age cheating and the use of ineligible players in school sports. Officials have advised schools to field only genuine students instead of ‘sourcing’ players from outside the educational institutions. The call…
  • - The Rift Valley Secondary School Sports Association is taking decisive measures to curb age cheating and the use of ineligible players in school sports. Officials have advised schools to field only genuine students instead of 'sourcing' players from outside the educational institutions. The call…
  • - The Independent Policing and Oversight Authority (IPOA) on Wednesday decried the lack of cooperation from state agencies, making it difficult for the agency to execute its constitutional mandate. Even though the authority was granted the mandate to investigate issues such as police misconduct, and…
  • - The Independent Policing and Oversight Authority (IPOA) on Wednesday decried the lack of cooperation from state agencies, making it difficult for the agency to execute its constitutional mandate. Even though the authority was granted the mandate to investigate issues such as police misconduct, and…
  • - A savings and credit cooperative society is grappling with bad and doubtful debts from its members and a past partnership with a tainted land buying company. Anchor Premier Sacco Limited directors say they are now owed Sh300 million by a former sister society, Urithi Housing Cooperative (UHCL).…
  • - A savings and credit cooperative society is grappling with bad and doubtful debts from its members and a past partnership with a tainted land buying company. Anchor Premier Sacco Limited directors say they are now owed Sh300 million by a former sister society, Urithi Housing Cooperative (UHCL).…
  • - The Seven Forks solar power plant is expected to start operations in December 2027. Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira says the Ksh 8.4 billion loan facility funding from the French Development Agency (FDA) for the project, will see the plant offer the cheapest power tarrifs in the country.…
  • - Veteran Journalist Macharia Gaitho was arrested Wednesday morning and released shortly after. Authorities indicated his prompt release happened since he was not the person the police were looking for. “The National Police Service would like to clarify to the public that this morning, we arrested…
  • - Veteran Journalist Macharia Gaitho was arrested Wednesday morning and released shortly after. Authorities indicated his prompt release happened since he was not the person the police were looking for. “The National Police Service would like to clarify to the public that this morning, we arrested…
  • - After touring Eldoret, Mombasa and Kisumu, Red Bull Dance Your Style held the Nairobi leg of the competition at the Junction Mall. The event, attended by the dance community and enthusiasts alike, drew significant attention and brought back a spark to Nairobi’s entertainment and events scene. The…
  • - Adele has revealed she plans to take an extended break from music after her current run of concerts. "My tank is quite empty at the minute," the star told German broadcaster ZDF ahead of a 10-date residency in Munich. "I don’t have any plans for new music at all," she said. "I want a big
  • - Adele has revealed she plans to take an extended break from music after her current run of concerts. “My tank is quite empty at the minute,” the star told German broadcaster ZDF ahead of a 10-date residency in Munich. “I don’t have any plans for new music at all,” she said. “I want a big break…
  • - President William Ruto has congratulated Paul Kagame of Rwanda on his re-election as President on Monday. “On behalf of the people and Government of Kenya, I have the pleasure to convey warmest congratulations upon your re-election to serve a further term as President of the Republic of Rwanda,” he…
  • - Self-exiled Chinese businessman Guo Wengui has been convicted by a US court of defrauding his online followers in a billion-dollar scam. He was found guilty on nine of the 12 criminal counts he faced, including racketeering, fraud and money laundering. Guo’s sentencing has been scheduled for 19…
  • - President William Ruto has joined other world leaders in condemning an assassination attempt on US Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump over the weekend. Trump was at a rally in Pennsylvania when shots were fired and he was injured in the right ear. In his message, the head of state…
  • - Chief Justice Martha Koome says the rollout of more Small Claims Courts across the country has enhanced access to justice. Speaking during a roundtable with members of the Kenya Private Sector Alliance, the CJ noted that the courts have ensured prompt resolution of commercial disputes involving…
  • - High Court Judge David Majanja will be cremated on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, in line with his wishes. The highly respected judge is said to have indicated in his will that his body be cremated upon his death. The interment will be preceded by a funeral service at Friends International Centre, Ngong…
  • - Trailblazing youngster Marion Serenge was named the LG/SJAK Sports Personality of the Month (SPOM) for June 2024, in recognition of her impeccable performance at the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Her efforts in the decisive two-leg match against Burundi propelled the Junior Starlets to…
  • - Residents across Nairobi experienced seismic movements on Tuesday night prompting concerns about potential structural damage and safety risks. By the time of publishing, aftershocks had been reported in areas including Kitengela, Ruaka and Westlands. Others reported to have experienced the tremors…
  • - Mediamax journalist, Wanjeri Kariuki is set to undergo surgery after she was shot while covering Tuesday’s protests in Nakuru. Her colleague Mumbi Wambugu, speaking to KBC on telephone said Kariuki was initially rushed to the Valley Hospital but was later transferred to the Nakuru Provincial…
  • - Mediamax journalist, Wanjeri Kariuki is set to undergo surgery after she was shot while covering Tuesday's protests in Nakuru. Her colleague Mumbi Wambugu, speaking to KBC on telephone said Kariuki was initially rushed to the Valley Hospital but was later transferred to the Nakuru Provincial…
  • - The Kenya Editors’ Guild has condemned the continued, targeted, and brazen attacks on journalists covering protests, highlighting that this disturbing trend has persisted since the beginning of the GenZ-led protests to reject the Finance Bill 2024. In a statement issued by KEG President Zubeida…
  • - The Kenya Editors' Guild has condemned the continued, targeted, and brazen attacks on journalists covering protests, highlighting that this disturbing trend has persisted since the beginning of the GenZ-led protests to reject the Finance Bill 2024. In a statement issued by KEG President Zubeida…
  • - Senior Counsel Dr. John Khaminwa has asked Kenyan youth to refrain from actions that could in the long term severely hurt the country both politically and economically. In their demand for just governance, the lawyer argued that Kenyans should be alive to the fact that some actions may spell doom…
  • - Uganda’s finance ministry says expenditure amounting to Ush 5.9 trillion (Ksh 206.7B) has been released to cater for its spending in the first quarter of 2024/25 financial year. The released amount which is equivalent to 21.3pc of discretionary expenditure for this year amounting to Ush 72.1…
  • - President William Ruto Tuesday highlighted the robust relationship between Kenya and Switzerland, emphasizing their unique status as host countries for United Nations agencies. He expressed optimism that these strong ties will be further enhanced as discussions on resolving double taxation issues…
  • - President William Ruto Tuesday highlighted the robust relationship between Kenya and Switzerland, emphasizing their unique status as host countries for United Nations agencies. He expressed optimism that these strong ties will be further enhanced as discussions on resolving double taxation issues…
  • - The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has documented 50 deaths and 430 injuries since the beginning of anti-tax protests on June 18. Nairobi recorded the highest number of deaths at 21, Nakuru (3), Laikipia (2), Narok (1), Kajiado (3), Uasin Gishu (4), Kakamega (2), Kisumu (3),…
  • - The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has announced plans to establish the Coroner General’s Office under the National Coroners Service Act 2017. In a statement, the Ministry said it has recommended to President William Ruto to initiate the process of setting up the office to…
  • - The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has announced plans to establish the Coroner General’s Office under the National Coroners Service Act 2017. In a statement, the Ministry said it has recommended to President William Ruto to initiate the process of setting up the office to…
  • - A section of Meru residents has written to President William Ruto asking him to dissolve Meru County Government citing irreconcilable differences between Governor Kawira Mwangaza and Members of the County Assembly. The nine Petitioners, registered voters of Meru County, say the situation in the…
  • - The African Development Bank (AfDB) sovereign portfolio has emerged first out of 50 global development institutions in the 2024 Aid Transparency Index by Publish What You Fund.
  • - Daadab MP Farah Maalim on Tuesday presented himself before the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) in response to summons issued on July 10. The MP recorded a statement in relation to a viral video in which he allegedly made inflammatory statements against Gen Z protestors who…
  • - Kenyan press officer and Former Miss Universe contestant Rachel Mbuki challenged a few celebrities to do the “Anguka Nayo” challenge while doing vox pops at NBC’s Universal summer press tour. Posting a video of herself doing the challenge on the carpet, Ms Mbuki later challenged celebrities like…
  • - Kenyan press officer and Former Miss Universe contestant Rachel Mbuki challenged a few celebrities to do the “Anguka Nayo” challenge while doing vox pops at NBC’s Universal summer press tour. Posting a video of herself doing the challenge on the carpet, Ms Mbuki later challenged celebrities like…
  • - Slovak politicians have condemned the assassination attempt on US presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania. Taking to social media, Prime Minister and Smer chair Robert Fico used the event to criticise the media and opposition, comparing it to the situation in Slovakia. “…
  • - Slovak politicians have condemned the assassination attempt on US presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania. Taking to social media, Prime Minister and Smer chair Robert Fico used the event to criticise the media and opposition, comparing it to the situation in Slovakia. "…
  • - Most businesses are closed as streets remain deserted in Nairobi ahead of the planned protests. In the morning, activities were slow in the Central Business District (CBD) as police kept watch. A spot check by KBC indicates some roads were closed with police mounting roadblocks to crucial…
  • - Most businesses are closed as streets remain deserted in Nairobi ahead of the planned protests. In the morning, activities were slow in the Central Business District (CBD) as police kept watch. A spot check by KBC indicates some roads were closed with police mounting roadblocks to crucial…
  • - A section of women leaders in the country has expressed shock over the recent discovery of dismembered bodies of young women packed in sacks at a quarry in Nairobi’s Mukuru Kwa Njenga area of Embakasi. Led by Council of Governors Chair Ann Waiguru, the women leaders made a case for proactive…
  • - The National Police Service is concerned that Tuesday’s planned protests will be hijacked by criminals who are eager to cause anarchy in the country. In a statement Tuesday morning, the Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja indicated that intelligence reports have confirmed that some…