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KeNHA directs wide-load transporters to acquire exemption permits

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has directed all wide-load transporters to apply for exemption permits and comply with road regulations.

KeNHA directs wide-load transporters to acquire exemption permits

Gender mainstreaming is key factor in economic growth, Rachel Ruto says

Gender mainstreaming is key factor in economic growth, Rachel Ruto says

Open liquor stores, bar owners demand as vetting deadline for licenses lapses

Open liquor stores, bar owners demand as vetting deadline for licenses lapses

State to acquire two passport printers to clear backlog

State to acquire two passport printers to clear backlog

JKUAT student dies by suicide in school's hostel

JKUAT student dies by suicide after jumping from the 4th floor of the institution's hostel; body moved to Thika Level 5 Hospital morgue, family confirms.

JKUAT student dies by suicide in school's hostel

Echesa to remain in custody amid extortion ring probe

Echesa's lawyers accused Governor Fernandes Barasa of having a hand in his woes. They argued their client’s health had deteriorated and he needed urgent medical attention.

Echesa to remain in custody amid extortion ring probe

Private guards to be part of national security structure

The government will recognise private security guards as part of the national security forces after it rolled out mass registration that saw them acquire a guard force number (GFN).

Private guards to be part of national security structure

State to construct 6000km of roads in the next five years

The government has announced plans to construct 6000km of roads in the next five years across the country.

State to construct 6000km of roads in the next five years

Stop killing independent media, Ruto's administration is warned

Editors Guild President says Kenya Kwanza’s retrogressive policies will deny Kenyans the right of access to information.

Stop killing independent media, Ruto's administration is warned

How taxpayers lost Sh29 million through loopholes in NHIF system

Three members of staff irregularly amended member details occasioning a loss of Sh29,958,642.00 to the Fund.

How taxpayers lost Sh29 million through loopholes in NHIF system

Young people urged to join plastic pollution eradication initiatives

Rebecca Pow said that it is through the involvement of the youth that the global vision to end the plastic pollution crisis by 2040 can be achieved.

Young people urged to join plastic pollution eradication initiatives

Water agency puts on notice non-compliant water companies

Water companies operating without licenses have been put on notice and urged to renew their permits.

Water agency puts on notice non-compliant water companies

Brace for heavy rainfalls until June, weatherman warns

Kenyans have been urged to brace themselves for heavy rainfall that is expected to continue in most parts of the country until June, this year.

Brace for heavy rainfalls until June, weatherman warns

Kenya School of Government seeks to boost capacity building for civil servants

The Kenya School of Government (KSG) has unveiled a new capacity-building training curriculum to improve performance among public servants.

Kenya School of Government seeks to boost capacity building for civil servants

Government to establish livestock processing zone in Isiolo

The country's livestock sector is set to receive a boost as the government targets to establish a livestock processing zone in Isiolo County.

By 2 months ago

Government to establish livestock processing zone in Isiolo

Government let us down and promised 'hot air', victims say

Affected residents want to forget the incident but the scars are permanent reminders. They say the government has not helped them recover from the tragedy.

By 2 months ago

Government let us down and promised 'hot air', victims say

Jubilee says Azimio intact despite Raila's decision to contest AU's top job

Jeremiah Kioni said the opposition party will not be shaken by Raila's decision to contest as AU chair.

By 2 months ago

Jubilee says Azimio intact despite Raila's decision to contest AU's top job

Seven days ultimatum for families trapped in Saudi

"I have been to the Ministry offices since November 2022 to no avail. We are just being taken in circles, we are exhausted," said Fredrick Murema, the uncle to Nyambeki.

By 2 months ago

Seven days ultimatum for families trapped in Saudi

Eight more admitted in ICU as blast victims speak

At least three people were confirmed dead by authorities, while 280 others were left nursing serious burn injuries.

By 2 months ago

Eight more admitted in ICU as blast victims speak

State to use Sh700m on new toll stations

Established under Roads Act 2007, Kenha is tasked with the management of national trunk roads across the country.

By 2 months ago

State to use Sh700m on new toll stations

Government to double export, industrial parks by 2027- Ministry

Government says this will be realised through construction of more county industrial parks, Economic Processing Zones (EPZ), and enhancing foreign direct investments.

By 3 months ago

Government to double export, industrial parks by 2027- Ministry

Kenya prepares to host global Industrial Parks Conference

Preparations are underway to host this year's International Association of Industrial Parks (IASP) conference in Kenya.

By 3 months ago

Kenya prepares to host global Industrial Parks Conference

State nets Sh155m from visa free rollout, PS says

The country has earned Sh155 million in the last one week from foreign travelers coming into the country under the newly introduced Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

By 3 months ago

State nets Sh155m from visa free rollout, PS says

Pangani, Alliance, Sunshine among top city performers

Pangani Girls High School recorded a mean score of 9.9 to emerge among top performing schools in the country.

By 3 months ago

Pangani, Alliance, Sunshine among top city performers

Students post better scores in Mathematics for the first time

Mathematics has for the first time recorded improved performance, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machiogu has said.

By 3 months ago

Students post better scores in Mathematics for the first time

Couple's agony as house help goes missing with baby

On December 23, 2023, the family of Kennedy Simiyu, 51, was in shock after their 6-month-old baby and the house help vanished.

By 3 months ago

Couple's agony as house help goes missing with baby

Don't blame Murkomen in JKIA power trouble - DP

Gachagua said Murkomen is diligently working to streamline services in the transport sector.

By 4 months ago

Don't blame Murkomen in JKIA power trouble - DP

Murkomen orders crackdown on private vehicles operating as PSVs

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the National Transport and Safety Authority to crack down on private vehicles operating as PSVs.

By 4 months ago

Murkomen orders crackdown on private vehicles operating as PSVs

Form One selection starts Monday, Machogu says

Speaking during the release of the 2023 KCPE results at Mitihani House in Nairobi, Education CS Ezekiel Machogu announced that the Form One placement will begin on November 27.

By 5 months ago

Form One selection starts Monday, Machogu says

Linturi unveils grain driers for farmers to boost food security

The government has procured 200 grain driers to help farmers manage their harvests and reduce post-harvest losses, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi announced on Tuesday.

By 5 months ago

Linturi unveils grain driers for farmers to boost food security

Chiefs urged to partner with health workers

National Government Administration Officers (Ngaos) and health sector actors have been urged to collaborate in addressing disease outbreaks.

By 5 months ago

Chiefs urged to partner with health workers

Guards send 'thank you' note to Ruto over salary raise

KPSWU Secretary General Isaac Andabwa expressed gratitude to the Kenya Kwanza government, saying the move will go a long way in elevating the livelihoods of security workers.

By 5 months ago

Guards send 'thank you' note to Ruto over salary raise

Partner with health workers to fight disease outbreaks, PS Omollo urges chiefs

Interior Principal Secretary, Raymond Omollo said access to public health services is part of the NGAO mandate.

By 5 months ago

Partner with health workers to fight disease outbreaks, PS Omollo urges chiefs

Raila vows to fight down new ID charges, other enhanced levies

Opposition chief says the government should not impose punitive fees on its citizens, and refuses to comment on the high cost of living, saying he would not want to disrupt bipartisan talks.

By 5 months ago

Raila vows to fight down new ID charges, other enhanced levies

KRA, KPA, KEBS asked to join e-citizen platform by Dec. 15

KRA, KEBS, KPA among 17 State agencies given 30 days to join e-Citizen paybill, Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau says; agencies asked to comply by Dec 15.

By 5 months ago

KRA, KPA, KEBS asked to join e-citizen platform by Dec. 15

Murkomen announces measures that seek to boost airport services

This as it emerged KRA officials do not have a system that categorises items at the airport. The officials determine the value of items through interviews.

By 5 months ago

Murkomen announces measures that seek to boost airport services

Be vigilant, responsible and attend to your kids, parents urged

“I urge you parents to create more time with your children…do not delegate. Support and assist them without delegating your responsibilities to the house managers.”

By 5 months ago

Be vigilant, responsible and attend to your kids, parents urged

Postal workers down tools over five-month unpaid salaries

The workers have vowed not to resume work until their salary arrears are settled in full.

By 5 months ago

Postal workers down tools over five-month unpaid salaries

Local government officers to help Kenyans understand bottom-up budget

Interior PS Raymond Omollo said the government is leveraging on NGAOs to reach out to many Kenyans during the budget-making process.

By 5 months ago

Local government officers to help Kenyans understand bottom-up budget

ID applicants now to be issued with digital cards

All Kenyans turning 18 years in whichever part of Kenya will be issued with a Maisha Card on a pilot basis.

By 5 months ago

ID applicants now to be issued with digital cards

Lobby wants MPs to okay regulations in private security

“The challenge we have had is setbacks, and considering the guidelines we earlier had, none of them was passed by Parliament,” he said.

By 5 months ago

Lobby wants MPs to okay regulations in private security

Ruto and I are one, says DP Gachagua

Deputy President terms reports of fallout as wishful thoughts. Their friendship, he added, is beyond the presidency and nothing would dent it.

By 6 months ago

Ruto and I are one, says DP Gachagua

Administrators to be trained to up delivery, says PS

Raymond Omollo said the initiative is aimed at elevating officers’ capacity to provide effective, efficient and responsive services.

By 6 months ago

Administrators to be trained to up delivery, says PS

Government to buy one million bags of maize from farmers

Linturi said the move is to ensure food security in the country and also help facilitate a market system that cushions farmers from making losses.

By 6 months ago

Government to buy one million bags of maize from farmers

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