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Benjamin Imende

Samsung's SmartThings app transforms homes into seamless spaces

This innovative application seamlessly connects and manages all household appliances, allowing homeowners to control their living spaces effortlessly from the comfort of their couch.

Samsung's SmartThings app transforms homes into seamless spaces

Cabinet travel budget hurts Kenya's struggling economy

Cabinet travel budget hurts Kenya's struggling economy

Privatisation law strips Parliament of oversight role in sale of state corporations

Privatisation law strips Parliament of oversight role in sale of state corporations

EACC probe exposes rot at Communication Authority

EACC probe exposes rot at Communication Authority

Chiloba, CA directors face sanctions over housing scheme

Report cites several irregularities in the approval of mortgages within the organization with DG being accused of understating loan balances for former employees.

By 2 months ago

Chiloba, CA directors face sanctions over housing scheme

Country heads in climate meet underscore need for united front

Ruto underscored the summit's significance and its potential to generate the Nairobi Declaration. Madbouly underscored Egypt's vulnerability and direct impact on national security.

By 2 months ago

Country heads in climate meet underscore need for united front

Voter wants IEBC told to conduct Banissa MP poll

A voter from Banissa constituency in Mandera County has filed a petition in the High Court seeking to compel the electoral body to conduct a by-election for the vacant seat within 90 days

By 3 months ago

Voter wants IEBC told to conduct Banissa MP poll

Supremacy battles create divisions in Kenya Kwanza

At the heart of the conflict is the elevation of Cleopas Malala, a close ally of the deputy president. But not all leaders are impressed by Malala's place in the political matrix.

By 3 months ago

Supremacy battles create divisions in Kenya Kwanza

Water CS sued for 'hindering' graft probe at agency

Caroline Wambui Mwangi in a petition wants the court to rule over the legality of the continued stay in office of Michael Thuita following the lapse of his second three-year term.

By 3 months ago

Water CS sued for 'hindering' graft probe at agency

State admits unable to trace substandard sugar

The State proposes key measures to rectify the situation and enable Kenyans to access the sweetener and create jobs and business opportunities.

By 3 months ago

State admits unable to trace substandard sugar

Ruto's tough conditions to Mudavadi on service delivery

According to the contract, Musalia must ensure essential government laws and bills are developed, and public service training is conducted, if he hopes to retain his cabinet slot next year.

By 3 months ago

Ruto's tough conditions to Mudavadi on service delivery

AG Muturi tasked to raise Sh160m from marriages in performance contract

The AG's office has allocated Sh15.5 million for the installation of two lifts at Sheria House and another Sh15.5 million for the installation of two lifts.

By 3 months ago

AG Muturi tasked to raise Sh160m from marriages in performance contract

The Plan: Ruto's candid covenant with CSs on delivering Kenya Kwanza dream

CSs face stringent deadlines and tough objectives after signing performance contracts with President William Ruto to raise revenue collection, provide world-class services

By 3 months ago

The Plan: Ruto's candid covenant with CSs on delivering Kenya Kwanza dream

Victims of police brutality recall scary encounters during demos

Victor Juma, a loving father, raced outside his home, desperate to shield his two-year-old daughter from tear gas that had made her unconscious.

By 4 months ago

Victims of police brutality recall scary encounters during demos

KU, University of Arkansas to collaborate on joint research projects

The two institutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish an alliance dedicated to achieving academic excellence and fostering global partnerships.

By 4 months ago

KU, University of Arkansas to collaborate on joint research projects

Traders plan to stage protest at Mama Ngina's residence

A group of individuals allied to Kenya Kwanza that purport to represent traders have notified the police of their intention to protest at the residence of former First Lady Ngina Kenyatta in Nairobi.

By 4 months ago

Traders plan to stage protest at Mama Ngina's residence

Questions raised on Parliament's independence, representation

Critics led by the civil society claim Parliament has been captured by the Executive and has abandoned the people with a weakened opposition after MPs crossed over to Kenya Kwanza

By 4 months ago

Questions raised on Parliament's independence, representation

Kenya Kwanza files proposal to legalise CAS posts, make Ruto PSC executive chair

The petition hopes to amend Article 233 of the constitution. A Chief Administrative Secretary will be responsible to the Cabinet Secretary in performing his or her duties.

By 4 months ago

Kenya Kwanza files proposal to legalise CAS posts, make Ruto PSC executive chair

State rolls out unified payroll number to boost accountability

President William Ruto has taken a decisive step towards taming the wage bill by ordering the implementation of a Unified Payroll Number (UPN) system in all state agencies.

By 4 months ago

State rolls out unified payroll number to boost accountability

Outgoing British envoy advocates empowerment of girls, women

Jane Marriott says there are a lot of expectations on Kenya from the world. Praises Kenyans as being welcoming, acknowledging the warm culture and hospitality.

By 5 months ago

Outgoing British envoy advocates empowerment of girls, women

Illegal dumpsites are gang hideouts, Dagoretti North residents claim

Residents have voiced their concerns over the area becoming a target for illegal dumping, with untouchable garbage cartels transforming two major roads into dumping sites.

By 5 months ago

Illegal dumpsites are gang hideouts, Dagoretti North residents claim

Murathe: President Ruto will be lucky to finish one term

David Murathe described Kenya Kwanza as a political grave and claimed it was focused on destroying the Constitution, political parties, and Opposition.

By 6 months ago

Murathe: President Ruto will be lucky to finish one term

Hundreds still stranded in war-torn Sudan

Hundreds of Kenyans stranded in Sudan after civil war broke out in Africa’s third-largest country are asking to be evacuated from the country.

By 7 months ago

Hundreds still stranded in war-torn Sudan

Cracks widen over Azimio protests

Azimio la Umoja leaders maintain the protests won’t stop until demands are met. Ruto and Gachagua believe stopping protests will help them assert their authority.

By 7 months ago

Cracks widen over Azimio protests

Chiloba, CA directors face sanctions over housing scheme

Report cites several irregularities in the approval of mortgages within the organization with DG being accused of understating loan balances for former employees.

By 2 months ago

Chiloba, CA directors face sanctions over housing scheme

Country heads in climate meet underscore need for united front

Ruto underscored the summit's significance and its potential to generate the Nairobi Declaration. Madbouly underscored Egypt's vulnerability and direct impact on national security.

By 2 months ago

Country heads in climate meet underscore need for united front

Voter wants IEBC told to conduct Banissa MP poll

A voter from Banissa constituency in Mandera County has filed a petition in the High Court seeking to compel the electoral body to conduct a by-election for the vacant seat within 90 days

By 3 months ago

Voter wants IEBC told to conduct Banissa MP poll

Supremacy battles create divisions in Kenya Kwanza

At the heart of the conflict is the elevation of Cleopas Malala, a close ally of the deputy president. But not all leaders are impressed by Malala's place in the political matrix.

By 3 months ago

Supremacy battles create divisions in Kenya Kwanza

Water CS sued for 'hindering' graft probe at agency

Caroline Wambui Mwangi in a petition wants the court to rule over the legality of the continued stay in office of Michael Thuita following the lapse of his second three-year term.

By 3 months ago

Water CS sued for 'hindering' graft probe at agency

State admits unable to trace substandard sugar

The State proposes key measures to rectify the situation and enable Kenyans to access the sweetener and create jobs and business opportunities.

By 3 months ago

State admits unable to trace substandard sugar

Ruto's tough conditions to Mudavadi on service delivery

According to the contract, Musalia must ensure essential government laws and bills are developed, and public service training is conducted, if he hopes to retain his cabinet slot next year.

By 3 months ago

Ruto's tough conditions to Mudavadi on service delivery

AG Muturi tasked to raise Sh160m from marriages in performance contract

The AG's office has allocated Sh15.5 million for the installation of two lifts at Sheria House and another Sh15.5 million for the installation of two lifts.

By 3 months ago

AG Muturi tasked to raise Sh160m from marriages in performance contract

The Plan: Ruto's candid covenant with CSs on delivering Kenya Kwanza dream

CSs face stringent deadlines and tough objectives after signing performance contracts with President William Ruto to raise revenue collection, provide world-class services

By 3 months ago

The Plan: Ruto's candid covenant with CSs on delivering Kenya Kwanza dream

Victims of police brutality recall scary encounters during demos

Victor Juma, a loving father, raced outside his home, desperate to shield his two-year-old daughter from tear gas that had made her unconscious.

By 4 months ago

Victims of police brutality recall scary encounters during demos

KU, University of Arkansas to collaborate on joint research projects

The two institutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish an alliance dedicated to achieving academic excellence and fostering global partnerships.

By 4 months ago

KU, University of Arkansas to collaborate on joint research projects

Traders plan to stage protest at Mama Ngina's residence

A group of individuals allied to Kenya Kwanza that purport to represent traders have notified the police of their intention to protest at the residence of former First Lady Ngina Kenyatta in Nairobi.

By 4 months ago

Traders plan to stage protest at Mama Ngina's residence

Questions raised on Parliament's independence, representation

Critics led by the civil society claim Parliament has been captured by the Executive and has abandoned the people with a weakened opposition after MPs crossed over to Kenya Kwanza

By 4 months ago

Questions raised on Parliament's independence, representation

Kenya Kwanza files proposal to legalise CAS posts, make Ruto PSC executive chair

The petition hopes to amend Article 233 of the constitution. A Chief Administrative Secretary will be responsible to the Cabinet Secretary in performing his or her duties.

By 4 months ago

Kenya Kwanza files proposal to legalise CAS posts, make Ruto PSC executive chair

State rolls out unified payroll number to boost accountability

President William Ruto has taken a decisive step towards taming the wage bill by ordering the implementation of a Unified Payroll Number (UPN) system in all state agencies.

By 4 months ago

State rolls out unified payroll number to boost accountability

Outgoing British envoy advocates empowerment of girls, women

Jane Marriott says there are a lot of expectations on Kenya from the world. Praises Kenyans as being welcoming, acknowledging the warm culture and hospitality.

By 5 months ago

Outgoing British envoy advocates empowerment of girls, women

Illegal dumpsites are gang hideouts, Dagoretti North residents claim

Residents have voiced their concerns over the area becoming a target for illegal dumping, with untouchable garbage cartels transforming two major roads into dumping sites.

By 5 months ago

Illegal dumpsites are gang hideouts, Dagoretti North residents claim

Murathe: President Ruto will be lucky to finish one term

David Murathe described Kenya Kwanza as a political grave and claimed it was focused on destroying the Constitution, political parties, and Opposition.

By 6 months ago

Murathe: President Ruto will be lucky to finish one term

Hundreds still stranded in war-torn Sudan

Hundreds of Kenyans stranded in Sudan after civil war broke out in Africa’s third-largest country are asking to be evacuated from the country.

By 7 months ago

Hundreds still stranded in war-torn Sudan

Cracks widen over Azimio protests

Azimio la Umoja leaders maintain the protests won’t stop until demands are met. Ruto and Gachagua believe stopping protests will help them assert their authority.

By 7 months ago

Cracks widen over Azimio protests

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