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Belio Kipsang: Combating stigma key to inclusive education

Education leaders and stakeholders are calling for more support to tackle challenges in inclusive education, particularly for children with disabilities.

Belio Kipsang: Combating stigma key to inclusive education

Manufacturers turn to renewable energy to tackle rising costs

Manufacturers turn to renewable energy to tackle rising costs

WHO donates over 15 million tablets and Mpox kits to combat tropical diseases

WHO donates over 15 million tablets and Mpox kits to combat tropical diseases

Why Ndindi Nyoro is unlikely to succeed Gachagua as DP

Why Ndindi Nyoro is unlikely to succeed Gachagua as DP

Impeachment: Gachagua calls for peace, says 'God is on the throne'

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for peace ahead of his impeachment process in the Senate on Wednesday, October 16.

Impeachment: Gachagua calls for peace, says 'God is on the throne'

Uhuru Park reopens after temporary closure

Uhuru Park is now fully operational after a temporary closure due to damage from citywide protests in June.

Uhuru Park reopens after temporary closure

Avoid vaccine rumours, Health ministry says after reports of polio side effects

The Ministry of Health is investigating unverified reports of adverse effects linked to the recent polio vaccination campaign.

Avoid vaccine rumours, Health ministry says after reports of polio side effects

Government extends civil servants' insurance to November, transitioning to SHA

The State Department for Public Service has extended the Comprehensive Medical Insurance Scheme for Civil Servants until Tuesday, November 21, 2024.

Government extends civil servants' insurance to November, transitioning to SHA

Kenya elected to UN Human Rights Council

Kenya has been elected by the UN General Assembly to serve on the Human Rights Council for a three-year term starting 1 January, 2025.

Kenya elected to UN Human Rights Council

Gachagua turns to Bible after impeachment

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua posted Bible verses on X moments after his impeachment, sharing his message with followers barely an hour after the parliamentary vote.

Gachagua turns to Bible after impeachment

MPs express mixed reactions to Gachagua's impeachment

MPs have expressed mixed reactions following the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday, October 8, after 281 members voted to remove him from office for gross misconduct.

MPs express mixed reactions to Gachagua's impeachment

Gachagua Impeached

Gachagua Impeached

Gachagua Impeached

Ahmed Abdullahi elected Chairperson of Council of Governors

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi has been elected Chairperson of the Council of Governors, succeeding Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru.

Ahmed Abdullahi elected Chairperson of Council of Governors

Absa Bank Kenya appoints Marion Gathoga-Mwangi as non-executive director

The Board of Directors of Absa Bank Kenya PLC have appointed Standard Group CEO Marion Gathoga-Mwangi as an Independent Non-Executive Director, effective October 2, 2024.

Absa Bank Kenya appoints Marion Gathoga-Mwangi as non-executive director

Jubilee Party dispute: Courts deliver decisive rulings

It was a moment like no other when courts last week delivered decisive judgments, bringing to a close a long and protracted battle for the soul of the Jubilee Party.

Jubilee Party dispute: Courts deliver decisive rulings

Tech-enabled agriculture project launched for Garissa school children

Garissa County faces food security challenges due to limited access to sustainable agricultural practices and digital literacy.

Tech-enabled agriculture project launched for Garissa school children

DR Congo launches mpox vaccination drive, hoping to curb outbreak

The Democratic Republic of Congo, the epicentre of an mpox epidemic, launched a vaccination campaign against the virus on Saturday in the eastern city of Goma, AFP journalists said.

DR Congo launches mpox vaccination drive, hoping to curb outbreak

Ruto: 'We stand firm on religious freedom' in face of proposed church regulations

President William Ruto has affirmed the government's commitment to upholding religious freedom and the Constitution.

Ruto: 'We stand firm on religious freedom' in face of proposed church regulations

Gachagua asks for forgiveness amid impeachment motion

DP Rigathi Gachagua asks for forgiveness from President Ruto if he wronged him; says he believes the judiciary will uphold the Constitution in the impeachment case.

Gachagua asks for forgiveness amid impeachment motion

Mukhwana urges push for lab accreditation to enhance local exports

Industry Principal Secretary Dr Juma Mukhwana has called for concerted efforts to improve laboratory accreditation and boost local exports.

Mukhwana urges push for lab accreditation to enhance local exports

New Mpox case confirmed in Kenya as total rises to nine

The Ministry of Health has reported one new Mpox case in the last 24 hours, bringing the total confirmed cases to nine.

New Mpox case confirmed in Kenya as total rises to nine

Experts advise caution as land fraud threatens first-time buyers

As home ownership becomes more attainable in Kenya, a troubling trend is emerging: an increase in land fraud cases.

Experts advise caution as land fraud threatens first-time buyers

Nyakundi, Mwago lock horns over Wetangula's impeachment stance

Kitutu Chache North MP Japheth Nyakundi has criticised his Starehe counterpart Amos Mwago after the legislator wrote to Parliament demanding the immediate resignation of Speaker Moses Wetangula.

Nyakundi, Mwago lock horns over Wetangula's impeachment stance

Millie Odhiambo unveils political book on election rigging, women in leadership

Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo has released a political book titled Rig or be Rigged.

Millie Odhiambo unveils political book on election rigging, women in leadership

Wetang'ula announces public input on Gachagua impeachment motion

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has announced public participation in the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Friday, October 4.

Wetang'ula announces public input on Gachagua impeachment motion

Lands ministry: Stolen security papers not title deeds

The Ministry of Lands has confirmed theft of 367 security papers reported by the Government Printer on Friday, September 26.

Lands ministry: Stolen security papers not title deeds

EACC probes Sh615m wealth linked to Kakamega cleaning official

EACC is investigating the alleged acquisition of over Sh615 million in unexplained wealth by Kakamega County Head of Cleaning Services, John Koveti Lumula.

EACC probes Sh615m wealth linked to Kakamega cleaning official

Omtatah questions Gachagua's focus on 'murima' politics

Busia Senator Okiyah Omtatah criticised Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for focusing on a single region while neglecting others.

Omtatah questions Gachagua's focus on 'murima' politics

Kenya's commitment to global peace unwavering, Ruto tells the UN General Assembly

President William Ruto has called for immediate financial and logistical support to help Haiti deploy 2,500 police officers by January next year.

Kenya's commitment to global peace unwavering, Ruto tells the UN General Assembly

Strike by public university staff ends after negotiations

A two-week strike that disrupted learning in public universities has ended following successful negotiations led by Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Dr Alfred Mutua.

Strike by public university staff ends after negotiations

President Ruto rallies global community to invest in Africa's renewable energy

President William Ruto has urged the global community to invest in Africa's renewable energy.

President Ruto rallies global community to invest in Africa's renewable energy

Kenya Forest Service suspends two officers following EACC arrests

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has interdicted two officers following their arrest by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in Garissa on fraud charges.

Kenya Forest Service suspends two officers following EACC arrests

Kenyan innovators shortlisted for 2024 Earthshot Prize

Kenyan innovators are among the finalists for the 2024 Earthshot Prize, a prestigious award recognising solutions to environmental challenges.

Kenyan innovators shortlisted for 2024 Earthshot Prize

KMA calls for action on intern mental health after Dr Obwogi's death

The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) has urged immediate action to address mental health challenges among medical interns and young doctors.

KMA calls for action on intern mental health after Dr Obwogi's death

President Ruto calls for global renewable energy commitment

President William Ruto has urged global leaders to commit to renewable energy investment.

President Ruto calls for global renewable energy commitment

Health ministry reports two new Mpox cases in Makueni and Kajiado counties

The Ministry of Health has reported two new Mpox cases confirmed in the past 24 hours from Makueni and Kajiado counties, bringing the total to seven.

Health ministry reports two new Mpox cases in Makueni and Kajiado counties

Faki calls for ceasefire in Sudan crisis

The African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson, Moussa Faki has expressed concern over the worsening security and humanitarian situation in Sudan, particularly in El Fasher, Darfur.

Faki calls for ceasefire in Sudan crisis

Private sector lauded as critical in addressing Africa's challenges

The private sector has been lauded as critical in addressing Africa’s pressing challenges, including food security, climate change and economic inequality.

Private sector lauded as critical in addressing Africa's challenges

President Ruto commends Kenyan police in Haiti, promises more resources

President William Ruto has praised Kenyan police officers deployed in Haiti, saying their efforts had improved security despite limited resources.

President Ruto commends Kenyan police in Haiti, promises more resources

Local pharmaceutical manufacturer targets global market with first shipment

A local pharmaceutical manufacturer is set to enhance Kenya’s global presence through new exports.

Local pharmaceutical manufacturer targets global market with first shipment

Kiambu Nominated MCA Ezra Kabuga dies in accident

Kiambu Nominated MCA Ezra Kabuga Kihara died in a road accident on Thika Road in Juja on Sunday.

Kiambu Nominated MCA Ezra Kabuga dies in accident

AI-driven smart borders transform travel security

Border management is evolving with artificial intelligence, machine learning and contactless technology, driving the development of smart borders.

AI-driven smart borders transform travel security

Gender report reveals disparities in educational investment

A new report by Usawa Agenda highlights significant disparities in educational resources favouring boys’ schools in Kenya, which negatively impacts girls' educational outcomes.

Gender report reveals disparities in educational investment

Court issues temporary order against university staff strike

The Employment and Labour Relations Court has issued a temporary order restraining the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) from continuing its strike.

Court issues temporary order against university staff strike

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