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Youths block roads in Naivasha ahead of Saba Saba Day
The most affected areas included Kayole, Kinungi, Ihindu, and the Flyover, where the youths demanded fees from drivers to allow their vehicles to pass.
By 6 days ago
Youths block roads in Naivasha ahead of Saba Saba Day
The Nairobi Hospital dismisses report of a takeover by splinter group
The chairman accused certain individuals of attempting to mislead the public by promoting a false narrative, describing these attempts as baseless.
By 6 days ago
The Nairobi Hospital dismisses report of a takeover by splinter group
Kenya approves trials for genetically modified vaccines to combat livestock diseases
The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has approved field trials for testing Genetically Modified (GM) vaccines aimed at controlling various livestock diseases.
By 9 days ago
Kenya approves trials for genetically modified vaccines to combat livestock diseases
Police arrest 41 suspects of vandalism and looting in Naivasha
Police in Naivasha have arrested 41 suspects linked to the looting and destruction of property worth millions of shillings during last week’s demonstrations.
By 10 days ago
Police arrest 41 suspects of vandalism and looting in Naivasha
CS Ruku visits NYS Gilgil Academy in preparation for 20,000 new recruits
Ruku assessed emphasised that the government is fully committed to expanding the service as a key strategy for youth empowerment and national development.
By 19 days ago
CS Ruku visits NYS Gilgil Academy in preparation for 20,000 new recruits
NHC, Machakos University ink Sh1b hostel deal to ease student housing crisis
Machakos University will benefit from the construction of 3,000 hostel units through a partnership with the National Housing Corporation.
By 19 days ago
NHC, Machakos University ink Sh1b hostel deal to ease student housing crisis
Eight new GMO cassava varieties set for final trials
Eight new varieties of genetically modified cassava are ready for trials, according to the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service.
By 23 days ago
Eight new GMO cassava varieties set for final trials
KenGen to add 63MW to grid by 2026
According to the power generation company, rehabilitation of the Olkaria I power plant was at 70 percent complete.
By 24 days ago
KenGen to add 63MW to grid by 2026
Concern over rising HIV infections among the youth
New cases of HIV-AIDS infections in the country are on the rise, mainly among the youth.
By 24 days ago
Concern over rising HIV infections among the youth
Government fails to meet its target in reducing HIV infections
In the joint annual programme review, HIV-Aids deaths between 2020 and 2024 reduced by a mere 2.5 percent against the targeted 50 percent.
By 24 days ago
Government fails to meet its target in reducing HIV infections
Dam tragedy survivors get mental health help
According to Pastor John Njoroge from PISGHA Academy, the medical camp had come at the right time, as families were undergoing untold suffering.
By 26 days ago
Dam tragedy survivors get mental health help
Lake Naivasha fish fit for consumption, county says
The Department of Fisheries in Nakuru County has declared fish from Lake Naivasha safe and fit for human consumption.
By 1 month ago
Lake Naivasha fish fit for consumption, county says
Cases against GMOs hurting agriculture sector, Kagwe says
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, cases of new pests and diseases could be dealt with through biotechnology, but the litigations were affecting this.
By 1 month ago
Cases against GMOs hurting agriculture sector, Kagwe says
Naivasha lorry driver arrested in multi-million shilling smuggling sting
According to Naivasha DCIO Isaac Kiama, police acting on a tip-off had flagged down the lorry as part of ongoing investigations.
By 1 month ago
Naivasha lorry driver arrested in multi-million shilling smuggling sting
Senators raise alarm over theft of research land
According to Wakoli, unscrupulous people, in collusion with government officials, have been targeting KALRO land for illegal acquisition.
By 1 month ago
Senators raise alarm over theft of research land
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Why 40pc of local supply chain practitioners are quacks
An investigation in 109 institutions by the Kenya Institute of Supply Management has revealed a troubling trend of noncompliance by staff.
By 1 month ago
Why 40pc of local supply chain practitioners are quacks
Senate orders flower farm to compensate sacked workers
The Senate has declared illegal a move by a Naivasha-based flower farm to terminate the services of over 500 workers in 2023.
By 1 month ago
Senate orders flower farm to compensate sacked workers
Engineers cry foul over infrastructural projects
The Institute of Engineers of Kenya has accused the government of failing to involve the association in capital projects, instead relying on foreign contractors.
By 1 month ago
Engineers cry foul over infrastructural projects
Murkomen calls for punitive action to tame enforced disappearance
Murkomen wants the law to introduce punitive fines to those found culpable of ‘self-kidnapping’ in the wake of the saga surrounding Juja MP George Koimburi.
By 1 month ago
Murkomen calls for punitive action to tame enforced disappearance
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CoG accuses executive, MPs of frustrating devolution
The Council of Governors (COG) accuses the executive and National Assembly of frustrating counties under the pretext of oversight.
By 1 month ago
CoG accuses executive, MPs of frustrating devolution
KenGen monitoring rising water levels at Masinga dam
KenGen says it has implemented a real-time monitoring system across the dams that will provide early warnings for potential risks and ensure efficient water usage.
By 1 month ago
KenGen monitoring rising water levels at Masinga dam
Outcry grows over withdrawal of security for Naivasha, Kipipiri MPs
Naivasha residents are reading mischief in the move by the government to withdraw the security personnel for area MP Jane Kihara and her Kipipiri counterpart Wanjiku Muhia.
By 1 month ago
Outcry grows over withdrawal of security for Naivasha, Kipipiri MPs
MP Kihara condemns security withdrawal, alleged intimidation of Gachagua allies
Her remarks follow the recent abduction of Juja MP George Koimburi, who was later found abandoned in a coffee plantation, with police implicated in the incident.
By 1 month ago
MP Kihara condemns security withdrawal, alleged intimidation of Gachagua allies
Tragedy strikes in Naivasha as two children die in house fire
One other child managed to escape unharmed as the house and its contents were completely destroyed, resulting in property damage worth thousands of shillings.
By 1 month ago
Tragedy strikes in Naivasha as two children die in house fire
Well-wishers step in to resettle Mai Mahiu flood victims after government delays
According to Job Okello, the regional coordinator for Rotary in Nakuru, the 18 families were the most affected after losing all their property and their kin.
By 1 month ago
Well-wishers step in to resettle Mai Mahiu flood victims after government delays
Plans to phase out fossil energy by 2030 hang in balance
Plans to phase out fossil energy in the country by 2030 hang in the balance due to financial constraints.
By 1 month ago
Plans to phase out fossil energy by 2030 hang in balance
Naivasha peasant farmers to get piped water after 18-year wait
According to Hellsgate Ward MCA Virginia Wamaitha, the project collapsed after the community was overwhelmed by the rising power bills.
By 1 month ago
Naivasha peasant farmers to get piped water after 18-year wait
52-year-old night guard found dead after losing job in Naivasha
The move comes a week after health practitioners in Naivasha raised their concern over an increase in cases of suicide among school-going children.
By 1 month ago
52-year-old night guard found dead after losing job in Naivasha
Power imports from region rise by 79pc
The move to import electricity in the period affected geothermal production, which fell by over five per cent with the country relying on the imports.
By 1 month ago
Power imports from region rise by 79pc
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Who killed Father Ndegwa? Church silent as mystery surrounds priest's death
On Thursday of last week, Father Ndegwa, was reportedly kidnapped by unknown assailants and driven towards Gilgil.
By 1 month ago
Who killed Father Ndegwa? Church silent as mystery surrounds priest's death
Residents raise concern over accidents along Naivasha-Maraigushu road
Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has been urged to erect speed bumps along the Naivasha-Maraigushu road following an increase in road accidents.
By 1 month ago
Residents raise concern over accidents along Naivasha-Maraigushu road
Union says special schools could close as cash crunch bites
Over 2,000 special schools across the country face closure in the next two weeks due to delayed capitation that has also affected learning in primary and secondary schools across the country.
By 1 month ago
Union says special schools could close as cash crunch bites
MP questions source of millions distributed by Kindiki
Naivasha MP Jane Kihara has questioned the source of millions of shillings being dished out by DP Kindiki Kithure through the economic empowerment programme.
By 1 month ago
MP questions source of millions distributed by Kindiki
Maasai demand jobs in geothermal-rich Olkaria
The move comes days after a section of residents accused leaders from nearby Narok County of interfering with an upcoming 58mw geothermal project.
By 1 month ago
Maasai demand jobs in geothermal-rich Olkaria
Ministry of Education gives schools six months to acquire title deeds
The Ministry has directed County Directors to work with the school principals and board of management to acquire the ownership documents from the Ministry of Land.
By 1 month ago
Ministry of Education gives schools six months to acquire title deeds
DP blames soaring land prices for flood victims' resettlement delay
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has attributed the rising land prices, driven by traders, to the delayed resettlement of the flood victims from Mai Mahiu.
By 1 month ago
DP blames soaring land prices for flood victims' resettlement delay
Naivasha leaders protest Narok MP's 'interference' in geothermal project
Agnes Leshishi, a resident affected by the project, expressed confusion over the actions of some Narok residents.
By 2 months ago
Naivasha leaders protest Narok MP's 'interference' in geothermal project
Building Code out to address safety, set standards in construction sector
The National Construction Authority (NCA) has intervened to bring structure and regulation to the construction industry by unveiling the nation’s second Building Code.
By 2 months ago
Building Code out to address safety, set standards in construction sector
Couple under probe after 13-year-old son found dead outside gate
They believe he may have been struck by a sharp object, leading to his death, following an alleged confrontation with his stepfather.
By 2 months ago
Couple under probe after 13-year-old son found dead outside gate
Naivasha MP atrtributes Ruto's shoe attack to unnecessary campaign meetings
Kihara condemned the incident, which took place in Kuri, stating that those responsible should be arrested to prevent it from setting a bad precedent.
By 2 months ago
Naivasha MP atrtributes Ruto's shoe attack to unnecessary campaign meetings
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