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Savula fires back at Oparanya over Ruto's Western Kenya support claims
Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has dismissed claims by Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya that President William Ruto has lost support in Western Kenya.
By Ar 1 month ago
Savula fires back at Oparanya over Ruto's Western Kenya support claims
Commuters stranded on Thika Superhighway as matatus withdraw from roads
The nationwide public transport vehicles strike has paralysed transport along the usually busy Thika Superhighway.
By Ar 1 month ago
Commuters stranded on Thika Superhighway as matatus withdraw from roads
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Unbothered: Top officials bury their heads in the sand as high fuel costs spark anger
Senior Kenyan leaders, including President William Ruto and Cabinet Secretaries John Mbadi and Opiyo Wandayi, face criticism for their muted response to rising fuel prices and inflation.
By Ar 1 month ago
Unbothered: Top officials bury their heads in the sand as high fuel costs spark anger
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Fuel price hike pushes up cost of basic goods
Rising fuel prices in Kenya have triggered a sharp increase in the cost of basic commodities, with traders reporting higher transport costs that are being passed on to consumers.
By Ar 1 month ago
Fuel price hike pushes up cost of basic goods
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12,000 Saccos face axe over missing returns
Cooperatives and MSMEs CS Wycliffe Oparanya has warned that over 12,000 Saccos in Kenya risk deregistration for failing to submit mandatory financial returns.
By Ar 1 month ago
12,000 Saccos face axe over missing returns
Don: Everyone should plant 300 trees annually
Meru University VC Romanus Odhiambo has urged every Kenyan to plant at least 300 trees annually to support the government's target of 15 billion trees by 2032.
By Ar 1 month ago
Don: Everyone should plant 300 trees annually
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Counties to split Sh500m industrial park bill
Counties constructing County Aggregated Industrial Parks (CAIPs) beyond the Sh500 million allocation threshold will have to cover additional costs, Trade CS Lee Kinyanjui has said.
By Ar 1 month ago
Counties to split Sh500m industrial park bill
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50 per cent plus 1 pipedream: Why the President should be a worried man
Rising fuel costs, falling poll numbers and growing public frustration are piling pressure on President Ruto ahead of the 2027 elections.
By Ar 1 month ago
50 per cent plus 1 pipedream: Why the President should be a worried man
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Political Tsunami? Opposition races to build mega coalition against Ruto in 2027
Opposition leaders are forming a united anti-Ruto coalition ahead of 2027, hoping to weaken his re-election bid.
By Ar 1 month ago
Political Tsunami? Opposition races to build mega coalition against Ruto in 2027
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Ex-CS Adan Mohamed front runner for KRA top job despite age limit hitch
KRA Board Set To Interview Seven Candidates As Former CS Adan Mohamed Emerges Among Front-Runners To Replace Humphrey Wattanga.
By Ar 1 month ago
Ex-CS Adan Mohamed front runner for KRA top job despite age limit hitch
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Why Europe's visit to Africa will always arouse grave suspicion
The old historical debate about Africa and Europe refuses to go away, despite repeated dramas of friendship and brotherhood.
By Ar 1 month ago
Why Europe's visit to Africa will always arouse grave suspicion
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Delusion: When guests mistake African hospitality for hegemony
The recent "Africa Forward Summit" in Nairobi was marketed as the dawn of a "new model of partnership" between France and Africa.
By Ar 1 month ago
Delusion: When guests mistake African hospitality for hegemony
What writers can learn from outstanding Kenyan runners
Dedication is highly repetitive. It is showing up when the body resists and the mind negotiates excuses.
By Ar 1 month ago
What writers can learn from outstanding Kenyan runners
Why I went back to law after four degrees and counting
In a society that often measures success through the accumulation of wealth and comfort, returning to the classroom after years of professional achievement appears unnecessary.
By Ar 1 month ago
Why I went back to law after four degrees and counting
Public rage mounts over soaring fuel prices, unmet campaign pledges
Economic pain deepens as fuel hikes trigger nationwide public outrage. President Ruto has been accused of failing to cushion citizens against the rising cost of living.
By Ar 1 month ago
Public rage mounts over soaring fuel prices, unmet campaign pledges
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Firing of pregnant Kiganjo recruits exposes deep flaws in police recruitment
The dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits from the National Police College in Kiganjo has exposed underlying gaps in the recruitment exercise.
By Ar 1 month ago
Firing of pregnant Kiganjo recruits exposes deep flaws in police recruitment
Relief for Malava MP as court dismisses petition
Malava MP David Ndakwa has secured a major legal victory after the Kakamega High Court dismissed a petition challenging his election in the recent by-election.
By Ar 1 month ago
Relief for Malava MP as court dismisses petition
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Lies that set up Kenyans for record prices at the pump
Kenya's fuel crisis has exposed major weaknesses in the G-to-G fuel deal amid soaring prices and supply disruptions.
By Ar 1 month ago
Lies that set up Kenyans for record prices at the pump
Let citizens do scoring for the county leaders
Good governance is the bedrock of sustainable and inclusive development within county governments.
By Ar 1 month ago
Let citizens do scoring for the county leaders
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Why the birds are clapping for Wiper's Kalonzo
Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka's crown has slipped for good. For the first time since breaking away from Raila Odinga's ODM in 2007, he is politically stranded.
By Ar 1 month ago
Why the birds are clapping for Wiper's Kalonzo
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Pregnancy is no crime: Rethink police training
The recent termination of training for several police recruits by the NPS, including female recruits found to be pregnant, has sparked constitutional, legal, and ethical questions.
By Ar 1 month ago
Pregnancy is no crime: Rethink police training
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Dr Obwaka stood for truth and justice, says wife
Emotional scenes as Dr Job Obwaka is buried amid family claims of intimidation and pressure over Nairobi Hospital reforms.
By Ar 1 month ago
Dr Obwaka stood for truth and justice, says wife
Ruto, Kindiki condole with former Governor Kiraitu after daughter's death
President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kindiki, are among leaders who have condoled with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi following the death of his daughter, Anita Kendi.
By Ar 1 month ago
Ruto, Kindiki condole with former Governor Kiraitu after daughter's death
Hussle and Tussle
Hussle and Tussle
By Ar 1 month ago
Hussle and Tussle
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Fuel price shocker: Diesel hits record Sh242 as pump prices jump in latest Epra review
Kenya's diesel price has surged to a historic Sh242.92 per litre after Epra's latest fuel review, raising fears of worsening inflation and a deeper cost-of-living crisis.
By Ar 1 month ago
Fuel price shocker: Diesel hits record Sh242 as pump prices jump in latest Epra review
Highways of the sky: Why birds ancient routes are under threat
World Migratory Bird Day highlights the urgent need to protect the ancient flyways, wetlands and coastlines that migratory birds depend on to survive their long journeys across continents.
By Ar 1 month ago
Highways of the sky: Why birds ancient routes are under threat
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Senators pressure SHA to explain criteria to reject Sh16b claims
Senators have questioned SHA over its rejection of Sh16 billion in claims, demanding clarity on the criteria used, as concerns grow over inefficiencies in the new health scheme.
By Ar 1 month ago
Senators pressure SHA to explain criteria to reject Sh16b claims
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Emurua Dikirr mini-poll marred by chaos after rival groups clash
The Emurua Dikirr by-election was disrupted by violence and allegations of voter intimidation, as rival political camps linked to William Ruto and Rigathi Gachagua clashed.
By Ar 1 month ago
Emurua Dikirr mini-poll marred by chaos after rival groups clash
Posthumous infant survives as mother dies in Busia Road accident
Residents of the Kocholia area in Busia County are struggling to come to terms with a shocking road accident in which a seven-month pregnant woman died after being hit by a trailer.
By Ar 1 month ago
Posthumous infant survives as mother dies in Busia Road accident
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Two men, same name, same land: 30yr court battle heads for supreme court
30-year land dispute involving two men with identical names has moved through multiple courts, with judges ruling one fraudulently acquired the property. Case could now head to the Supreme Court.
By Ar 1 month ago
Two men, same name, same land: 30yr court battle heads for supreme court
MMUST alumni question staff hiring, accuse Council of intimidation
Alumni of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology Alumni Association have accused the university council of interfering with the institution's management
By Ar 1 month ago
MMUST alumni question staff hiring, accuse Council of intimidation
MPs probes Sh120million Ramogi Institute, Sugar Research Board land ownership dispute
Members of the National Assembly's Public Investments Committee on Education and Governance have raised concerns over the ownership and security of Ramogi Institute and Technology
By Ar 1 month ago
MPs probes Sh120million Ramogi Institute, Sugar Research Board land ownership dispute
West Vs East
West Vs East
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West Vs East
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All eyes on Epra as it announces May pump prices amidst fuel shortages
Motorists have in recent weeks been grappling with fuel shortages across the country.
By Ar 1 month ago
All eyes on Epra as it announces May pump prices amidst fuel shortages
We've safeguards against online child abuse, says Kabogo
Kenya has adequate legal, regulatory and administrative safeguards to protect children from harm online, ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has said.
By Ar 1 month ago
We've safeguards against online child abuse, says Kabogo
PS urges Africa to invest in data generation
African countries have been asked to invest in generating local data, warning that the continent still relies heavily on foreign-generated evidence to make critical policy and health decisions.
By Ar 1 month ago
PS urges Africa to invest in data generation
Khamala pushes for Oparanya to get a senior ODM role amid party wrangles
Lurambi MP Titus Khamala has urged ODM to give Wycliffe Oparanya a senior party role to strengthen Luhya representation and help stabilise the party amid growing internal wrangles.
By Ar 1 month ago
Khamala pushes for Oparanya to get a senior ODM role amid party wrangles
Governors demand PFM Act changes to unlock Sh75.7 billion grant bonus
Governors are pushing for amendments to the Public Finance Management Act to speed up the release of Sh75.7 billion in conditional county allocations.
By Ar 1 month ago
Governors demand PFM Act changes to unlock Sh75.7 billion grant bonus
Lewa trains school boards to improve performance
Over 300 school board members and education leaders have been trained by Lewa Conservancy to strengthen school leadership and improve academic performance across Meru, Isiolo and Laikipia.
By Ar 1 month ago
Lewa trains school boards to improve performance
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This man Bitok: Education PS at centre of secret passport pipeline linking Kenya to Sudan's militia fighters
Former Immigration PS Julius Bitok linked to alleged scheme issuing Kenyan IDs and passports to RSF fighters and suspected criminals.
By Ar 1 month ago
This man Bitok: Education PS at centre of secret passport pipeline linking Kenya to Sudan's militia fighters