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Explainer: What is Marburg Virus?

Early symptoms of Marburg disease include high fever, severe headache, and body weakness, often accompanied by muscle pain.

Explainer: What is Marburg Virus?

Suspects posing as KEBS officials arraigned

Suspects posing as KEBS officials arraigned

Plant trees and conserve environment on Mazingira Day- Duale

Plant trees and conserve environment on Mazingira Day- Duale

Government lost its grip by ignoring public opinion, says Macharia Munene

Government lost its grip by ignoring public opinion, says Macharia Munene

SHA chairman talks about challenges in rollout

The Social Health Authority (SHA) rollout has encountered challenges due to contracting issues and problems at facilities.

SHA chairman talks about challenges in rollout

Clinical officers threaten to strike over exclusion from SHA

KUCO Secretary-General George Gibore criticised the exclusion of clinical officers from SHA, despite legal provisions requiring their inclusion.

Clinical officers threaten to strike over exclusion from SHA

An urgent call to eliminate Trans Fats and protect heart health in Kenya

Heart disease is not just a personal tragedy for affected families but a public health emergency that threatens to overwhelm Kenya’s medical infrastructure.

An urgent call to eliminate Trans Fats and protect heart health in Kenya

Unconsented transition from NHIF to SHA is lawful- Ministry

Health Ministry says transitioning existing NHIF members to SHA is lawful as per legal notice 147 of 2024, urges members to verify and update profiles.

Unconsented transition from NHIF to SHA is lawful- Ministry

Gender PS condemns alleged sexual assault of Mombasa blogger, calls for action

Gender and Affirmative Action Principal Secretary Anne Wang’ombe has condemned the alleged abduction and sexual assault of Mombasa-based blogger Bruce John.

Gender PS condemns alleged sexual assault of Mombasa blogger, calls for action

Kenya introduces digital nomad work permits to boost tourism

Kenya introduces Digital Nomad work permits for global professionals who want to work remotely while visiting the country, ETAs for long-connection travelers, President Ruto says.

Kenya introduces digital nomad work permits to boost tourism

Court declines petition to stop SHA rollout

Senator Omtatah filed a case seeking to halt the SHA rollout.

Court declines petition to stop SHA rollout

Blow for Gachagua as High Court nods to impeachment motion

Malala had filed a petition in court seeking a stop to tabling, debating, and acting upon any motion for the removal of Gachagua.

Blow for Gachagua as High Court nods to impeachment motion

KWS launches strategy to enhance wildlife conservation, socio-economic growth

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has unveiled its Strategic Plan for 2024-2028, aiming to improve wildlife conservation and boost socio-economic growth in the country.

KWS launches strategy to enhance wildlife conservation, socio-economic growth

Explainer: The difference between SHIF and NHIF

Under SHA, members can access primary health services and emergency treatment simply by registering as a member.

Explainer: The difference between SHIF and NHIF

Makau Mutua advises Gachagua to resign amid impeachment talks

According to Mutua, Mt. Kenya leaders have a history of betrayal without facing consequences.

Makau Mutua advises Gachagua to resign amid impeachment talks

Kenya to host Africa-France summit in 2026

Kenya to host the Africa-France Summit in 2026 to discuss governance reforms among other issues; it’ll be the first time the forum will be held outside France, President Ruto says.

Kenya to host Africa-France summit in 2026

Governor Waiguru encourages women to take up top political positions

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has urged women to actively pursue political positions to increase female representation in leadership.

Governor Waiguru encourages women to take up top political positions

Suspect arrested in Nairobi for masquerading as county official

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a man accused of impersonating a Nairobi County unit official and soliciting a bribe.

Suspect arrested in Nairobi for masquerading as county official

Ruto calls for renewal of UN Security Mission in Haiti

President William Ruto has urged the United Nations Security Council to renew the mandate of the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) for an additional term.

Ruto calls for renewal of UN Security Mission in Haiti

Kenya, UK sign investment deal

Kenya has signed a partnership agreement with the UK government to introduce new investment products and increase private sector capital for development.

Kenya, UK sign investment deal

Sakaja refutes claims of Wakulima Market being sold

Sakaja also revealed the genesis of the feud between him and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Sakaja refutes claims of Wakulima Market being sold

Two arrested in Sh296 million bursary fraud, two others in hiding

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two suspects for misappropriation and theft of public funds amounting to Sh296 million in West Pokot.

Two arrested in Sh296 million bursary fraud, two others in hiding

Understanding Dementia and why it's a leading cause of death

Alzheimer's causes brain shrinkage and a gradual decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and functionality, eventually leading to brain death.

Understanding Dementia and why it's a leading cause of death

UASU calls for new stakeholders in strike talks

Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) chairman Cyprian Ombati has called on the government to involve alternative stakeholders to address the ongoing staff strike.

UASU calls for new stakeholders in strike talks

Lectures disrupted as university unions begin nationwide strike

Lectures in public universities across the country have been disrupted after the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) and the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) began a nationwide strike.

Lectures disrupted as university unions begin nationwide strike

Gates Foundation urges increased global health spending to avert malnutrition crisis

World leaders are being urged to increase health funding to improve child nutrition and mitigate the impact of climate change, according to a new report by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Gates Foundation urges increased global health spending to avert malnutrition crisis

Kenyan Jean Njeri appointed UN lead in Guyana

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Jean Njeri Kamau as the UN Resident Coordinator in Guyana, effective September 15.

Kenyan Jean Njeri appointed UN lead in Guyana

Noise pollution in residential places will not be allowed, warns Duale

Quiver's decision came after the Nairobi County government threatened to close the lounge over complaints of noise pollution.

Noise pollution in residential places will not be allowed, warns Duale

Sossion blames school fires on substandard structures

According to Sossion, the lack of accountability for school capitation funds has damaged the sector.

Sossion blames school fires on substandard structures

Ruto appoints committee to review university funding model

President William Ruto has appointed a national committee to review the new university funding model.

Ruto appoints committee to review university funding model

Ailing education sector, two years into Kenya Kwanza administration

Two years after President William Ruto assumed office, Kenya's education sector continues to grapple with challenges ranging from teacher strikes and confusion over the academic calendar.

Ailing education sector, two years into Kenya Kwanza administration

Nakuru County officials on EACC radar over sports kits fraud

According to the Commission, some 20 officials are accused of defrauding the county by using proxy companies.

Nakuru County officials on EACC radar over sports kits fraud

Adani in talks with KETRACO, says Chirchir

Transport CS Chirchir said the Indian conglomerate, Adani is negotiating to build electricity transmission lines.

Adani in talks with KETRACO, says Chirchir

Athi Water Works Development agency ranked second best parastatal

The Athi Water Works Development Agency has been ranked the second-best parastatal in the country.

Athi Water Works Development agency ranked second best parastatal

Mt Kenya MPs endorse Kindiki as their link to Ruto

Section of Mt Kenya MPs resolve to back Interior CS Kithure Kindiki as the region’s ‘kingpin’, say he will serve as their nexus to National government.

Mt Kenya MPs endorse Kindiki as their link to Ruto

Ruto launches yet another attempt to clean up Nairobi River

President William Ruto warns public entities, including those in the manufacturing sector, against polluting rivers; vows to convert Nairobi River’s status.

Ruto launches yet another attempt to clean up Nairobi River

Ministry begins mandatory safety inspection of schools

Education ministry, other agencies to conduct mandatory inspection of all public and private schools countrywide to assess compliance levels, CS Ogamba says.

Ministry begins mandatory safety inspection of schools

Kenya confirms fifth Mpox case

The case involves a 29-year-old woman from Mombasa, a resident of the VOK area.

Kenya confirms fifth Mpox case

Sifuna: Why I didn't go for ODM deputy leader post

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has explained why he chose not to pursue the position of deputy leader in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party.

Sifuna: Why I didn't go for ODM deputy leader post

EACC begins probe to recover grabbed public land in Kericho

EACC has initiated investigations to recover six parcels of public land in Kericho, allegedly grabbed by private developers.

EACC begins probe to recover grabbed public land in Kericho

KEWOPA condemns killing of Ugandan athlete Cheptegei, calls for investigation

Kenya Women Parliamentary Association has condemned the killing of Ugandan athlete Rebecca Cheptegei and called for a thorough investigation into the incident.

KEWOPA condemns killing of Ugandan athlete Cheptegei, calls for investigation

EACC probing three Makueni county workers for working two jobs

EACC investigating three Makueni County Public Service Board members for allegedly holding two jobs in government and earning salaries for both.

EACC probing three Makueni county workers for working two jobs

How digitisation spurs economic growth in Estonia

Estonia's identification system relies on three main components; a single electronic identity, interoperability system, and a framework of individual trust.

How digitisation spurs economic growth in Estonia

Devolution under threat, claims Kajiado Deputy Governor

Kajiado Deputy Governor Martin Moshisho claims that devolution is under threat from the national government.

Devolution under threat, claims Kajiado Deputy Governor

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