Undercover police, special units to be deployed to enhance security during festivities
Undercover officers and specialised units will be deployed to assist regular police to intensify patrols during festivities, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has said.
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Undercover police, special units to be deployed to enhance security during festivities
Survivor to champion: Aftin's unbreakable fight against FGM
UNICEF defines FGM as ‘all procedures involving partial or total removal of the female external genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.’
By 8 days ago
Survivor to champion: Aftin's unbreakable fight against FGM
Pain of Mathare floods victims in bid to replace crucial documents
Affected residents lost IDs, birth certificates, academic papers to April flash floods. They have appealed to the government to help them replace the documents.
By 16 days ago
Pain of Mathare floods victims in bid to replace crucial documents
Mudavadi gazettes 31 new sub-counties to improve service delivery
Mudavadi said the move was necessitated by population growth and to comply with the ministerial 2:1 ratio requirement.
By 17 days ago
Mudavadi gazettes 31 new sub-counties to improve service delivery
SHA rollout successful despite challenges, governors say
The transition to SHA represents a pivotal moment in Kenya’s healthcare reform, with governors insisting that collaboration and patience are vital for its success
By 18 days ago
SHA rollout successful despite challenges, governors say
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KNCHR report: State on spot over surge in killings, abductions
At least 60 people were killed during the Gen-Z protests in June and July, according to a report by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).
By 21 days ago
KNCHR report: State on spot over surge in killings, abductions
Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups
Civil societies have said President William Ruto's administration has undermined national interest through corruption, poor governance and violation of human rights.
By 22 days ago
Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups
KNCHR accuses State of killings, abductions and violation of human rights
At least 60 people were killed during the Gen-Z protests held in June and July this year, a report by Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has revealed.
By 22 days ago
KNCHR accuses State of killings, abductions and violation of human rights
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Fruits of Saudi Arabia love turn sour: Kenyan mothers fight for their stateless children
The children are of mixed descent; unrecognised back in their mothers’ country while their fathers’ countries do not know they exist. Equally, the host country does not know they exist.
By 1 month ago
Fruits of Saudi Arabia love turn sour: Kenyan mothers fight for their stateless children
How expat parents in Saudi can apply for birth certificates online
Repatriates applying for birth certificates for their children born in Saudi Arabia can do so online following specific legal and procedural requirements.
By 1 month ago
How expat parents in Saudi can apply for birth certificates online
CS Tuya calls for enhanced mental wellness for inmates, officers
Calls to prioritise mental wellness for prison workers and inmates dominated the closing ceremony of the three-day day Correctional Services Week.
By 1 month ago
CS Tuya calls for enhanced mental wellness for inmates, officers
Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees
Human rights groups have condemned the government over the repatriation of four Turkish refugees.
By 1 month ago
Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees
Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets
Archbishop of Nairobi Philip Anyolo said the new centre under the Rescue Dada program builds to the church’s efforts to protect and support vulnerable children.
By 2 months ago
Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets
New project launched to boost fight for children's rights
The fight for children rights has received a major boost after the launch of a new project aimed at strengthening protection of child rights in the country.
By 2 months ago
New project launched to boost fight for children's rights
Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations
 As the Kenya Kwanza gov't marks two years in office, boasting of milestones, civil society and human rights groups have raised concerns over the growing disregard for human rights.
By 2 months ago
Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations
Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act
The man in his 40s had mastered her routine and would spot her playing with friends. He was arrested but later released with police saying the case was dismissed in court.
By 2 months ago
Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act
Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans
The demand for Chinese language is steadily growing in Kenya, offering a wide range of professional opportunities
By 2 months ago
Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans
Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming
The government has embarked on a strategic shift in its school feeding program by piloting a new homegrown model in Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties.
By 3 months ago
Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming
Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board
The debate that parents and the government have shied away from is once again in the fore, with Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba weighing in. 
By 3 months ago
Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board
Breaking barriers: Lesuuda's bold stand for girls and women rights
Silvana Lesuuda advocates for the rights of women and girls in Samburu while breaking the myths through community engagements and socioeconomic empowerment.
By 3 months ago
Breaking barriers: Lesuuda's bold stand for girls and women rights
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Inside civil servants Sh1.5b salary, allowances boom
The government has splashed a Sh1.5 billion salary increment for civil servants, ending a looming strike that would have paralysed service delivery.
By 3 months ago
Inside civil servants Sh1.5b salary, allowances boom
Report reveals how State officials failed to stop Shakahola massacre
A new report has revealed how failure of government officials and police officers to investigate reports on illegal activities in Shakahola Forest, leading to the deaths of hundreds of people.
By 3 months ago
Report reveals how State officials failed to stop Shakahola massacre
Two Kenyans stranded in Saudi Arabia over Sh1.08 million 'debt'
Two Kenyans stranded in Saudi Arabia have appealed for government’s intervention to return home after they were barred from leaving over Sh1.08 million ‘debt’.
By 3 months ago
Two Kenyans stranded in Saudi Arabia over Sh1.08 million 'debt'
Innovative app enables clients to 'book', plant indigenous trees
The loss of indigenous trees and depletion of forests represents more than just a reduction in biodiversity, and also signifies a deepening crisis in the entire ecosystem.
By 3 months ago
Innovative app enables clients to 'book', plant indigenous trees
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KICD apologises for misleading content in Biology textbook
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has bowed to pressure from the public over misleading content in the Form Three Biology textbook.
By 3 months ago
KICD apologises for misleading content in Biology textbook
IG transfers officers as detectives probe horrific Kware dumpsite murders
So far, nine bodies at different stages of decomposition have been retrieved from the Kware Dumpsite.
By 4 months ago
IG transfers officers as detectives probe horrific Kware dumpsite murders
Fathers of change leading the charge against FGM
The fight has seen more Maasai girls pursue education and succeed in their careers although it comes at a cost to these men as they are isolated and regarded as inferior.
By 5 months ago
Fathers of change leading the charge against FGM
Human rights groups call for release of arrested protestors
Twenty-one human rights and governance organizations have demanded for immediate and unconditional release of all arrested protestors and observers.
By 5 months ago
Human rights groups call for release of arrested protestors
Uhuru turns to God as Ruto starves office of budgeted funds
Kanze said Uhuru pays for his own office, fuels his official car and caters for expenses such as foreign and domestic travels, car repairs, and needs of staff allocated to him.
By 6 months ago
Uhuru turns to God as Ruto starves office of budgeted funds
Fourth estate is poorer without Mitty, journalists mourn colleague
Friends and colleagues described him as a dedicated, humble and polite person, saying he was a mentor who was always willing to lend a hand or share his vast knowledge.
By 6 months ago
Fourth estate is poorer without Mitty, journalists mourn colleague
State increases Inua Jamii funds to Sh3.86 billion
The allocation for the group represents an increase of 9.8 per cent and 11.4 per cent respectively.
By 6 months ago
State increases Inua Jamii funds to Sh3.86 billion
Former minister Njeru Githae launches 15 fiction books
Njeru Githae has launched 15 books of fiction, saying he has found peace in writing after retiring from politics and public service
By 7 months ago
Former minister Njeru Githae launches 15 fiction books
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How proposed bill plans to tighten noose on sexual offenders
The proposed amendments are intended to take into consideration emerging trends in regard to sexual offences and technological advancements.
By 7 months ago
How proposed bill plans to tighten noose on sexual offenders
Family, friends celebrate the life of June Moi at Sunday service
Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi described June as a lovely human being, saying the Moi family is coming to terms with her demise.
By 7 months ago
Family, friends celebrate the life of June Moi at Sunday service
Catholic church supports bid to phase out children homes
The government-led National Care Reform Strategy for Children in Kenya seeks to phase out all children homes in a 10-year plan that runs from 2022-2032.
By 7 months ago
Catholic church supports bid to phase out children homes
Church accuses State of seeking to cripple its firms
Archbishop Maurice Muhatia said there has been deliberate intent by the gov't to undermine the role of the Catholic Church, and all Faiths as safeguards of morality in society.
By 8 months ago
Church accuses State of seeking to cripple its firms
From orphanages to family set-up, foster care parents recall journey
Fostering teenagers has been identified as a key challenge in providing alternative care for children because most of them have developed particular characters.
By 8 months ago
From orphanages to family set-up, foster care parents recall journey
Foster families will be given priority in Inua Jamii, says PS
Families seeking to be enrolled in the Cash Transfer programme and have children in Charitable Children Institutions (CCI’s) will be given priority.
By 8 months ago
Foster families will be given priority in Inua Jamii, says PS
Children no one wants as clock ticks to phase out orphanages
National Care Reform Strategy proposes placing children in alternative family care. Donors are being encouraged to support children from within their families and communities.
By 8 months ago
Children no one wants as clock ticks to phase out orphanages
Dependency syndrome in children's homes ruining proper growth
Numerous studies have evidenced that institutions are damaging to the children and cannot replace family environment. The experience is even worse for children below three years.
By 8 months ago
Dependency syndrome in children's homes ruining proper growth
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