Several parts of the country in the dark, Kenya Power restoring supply
Kenya Power acknowledges blackout in parts of the country, says engineers are working to restore power supply; the country also experienced a national outage in August.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Several parts of the country in the dark, Kenya Power restoring supply
KRA, Kenya Power bosses among 17 agency heads summoned over non-compliance of eCitizen payments
Government summons 17 heads of State agencies including KRA, Kenya Power, KNEC and NHIF for failing to comply with presidential directive on eCitizen payments.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
KRA, Kenya Power bosses among 17 agency heads summoned over non-compliance of eCitizen payments
What replacing ID cards, passports will cost you in new fees hike
ID replacement to cost Sh2,000 up from Sh100, and registration of birth and death certificates Sh200 each, Interior Ministry announces.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
What replacing ID cards, passports will cost you in new fees hike
Impact of war on women and girls in Gaza alarming as global bodies call for ceasefire
More than 493,000 girls and women have been displaced from their homes in Gaza, as the war between Israel and Hamas escalates.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Impact of war on women and girls in Gaza alarming as global bodies call for ceasefire
Ezra Chiloba resigns from Communications Authority position
Ezra Chiloba resigns as Director-General of the Communications Authority of Kenya weeks after his suspension, he has been in the position for two years.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Ezra Chiloba resigns from Communications Authority position
Why Ruto wants SGR deal extended to Uganda, DRC
Ruto said the deal will open up Kenya and the larger African region for business while connecting Chinese investors to the continent.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Why Ruto wants SGR deal extended to Uganda, DRC
Kenya partners with Huawei to drive digital transformation agenda
Kenya hopes that key sectors such as education, ICT infrastructure, e-government, digital energy, and others will benefit from the agreement.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Kenya partners with Huawei to drive digital transformation agenda
No relief for motorists as fuel prices go up again
New fuel prices; Petrol goes up by Sh5.72, diesel by Sh4.48, and Kerosene by Sh2.45 effective midnight, to retail at Sh217.36, Sh205.48, and Sh204.58 in Nairobi.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
No relief for motorists as fuel prices go up again
U.S Embassy in Nairobi issues security alert
US Embassy in Nairobi issues security alert for American nationals, warns against visiting areas frequented by foreigners and tourists citing 'imminent terror attacks.'
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
U.S Embassy in Nairobi issues security alert
Ruto- Raila talks team reaches consensus on three issues
National Dialogue: Team agrees on three issues including 2/3rd gender rule, establishment of Prime CS and Opposition leader office and fidelity of political parties.
By Jacob Ng'etich and Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Ruto- Raila talks team reaches consensus on three issues
Inside Ruto's four-day tour of Nyanza
President Ruto to begin 4-day Nyanza tour tomorrow, Friday, he will visit Kisumu, Homa Bay, Siaya and Migori counties; to chair cabinet meeting at Kisumu State Lodge.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Inside Ruto's four-day tour of Nyanza
Bobi Wine arrested upon arrival at airport- Party
Uganda Opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine arrested on arrival at Entebbe International Airport, his party NUP says.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Bobi Wine arrested upon arrival at airport- Party
Kuria: 'You can throw stones at me all you want,' fuel prices will still go up
Kuria, who has recently irked a section of Kenyans with his remarks averred that the citizenry ought to hear the truth, devoid of sugarcoating.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Kuria: 'You can throw stones at me all you want,' fuel prices will still go up
Ruto appoints former Energy CS Charles Keter as his advisor
President William Ruto appoints former Energy CS Charles Keter as his advisor on Great Lakes Region affairs.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Ruto appoints former Energy CS Charles Keter as his advisor
ODM expels five MPs over gross misconduct claims
ODM expels MPs Tom Ojienda, Felix Odiwour, Caroli Omondi, Gideon Ochanda, and Elisha Odhiambo over gross misconduct; Esther Passaris to pay Sh250, 000 fine.
By Betty Njeru and Ann Veronicah 6 months ago
ODM expels five MPs over gross misconduct claims
DPP appeals court decision to acquit Babu Owino in DJ Evolve shooting case
DPP appeals court decision to acquit Embakasi East MP Babu Owino in case where he was charged with misuse of firearm in shooting of DJ Evolve, says evidence not duly considered.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
DPP appeals court decision to acquit Babu Owino in DJ Evolve shooting case
Apologise or else...Waiguru tells Njeri Maina
Governor Waiguru is now demanding an apology from the Kirinyaga Woman Rep, including having the 'defamatory statements' retracted.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Apologise or else...Waiguru tells Njeri Maina
Power outage: Davis Chirchir, Kenya Power CEO summoned
Parliament summons Energy CS Davis Chirchir, Kenya Power CEO Joseph Siror over nationwide power outage; to appear before Energy committee on Thursday, Aug 31.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Power outage: Davis Chirchir, Kenya Power CEO summoned
Machogu announces appointments of new VCs
Education CS Machogu appoints new VCs to 13 universities; Prof Benedict Mutua to head TUK, Prof Nathan Ogechi- Kisii and Prof Thomas Cheruiyot to University of Eldoret.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Machogu announces appointments of new VCs
New UK envoy to Kenya Neil Wigan reports for duty
UK's new High Commissioner to Kenya, Neil Wigan formally takes up his position as Head of Mission at the British High Commission in Nairobi.
By Betty Njeru 7 months ago
New UK envoy to Kenya Neil Wigan reports for duty
Finance Act 2023: M-Pesa charges go up as calls, SMS and data rates decrease
Safaricom revises M-Pesa, SMS, call and data charges to reflect new excise duty rates after Appeal Court lifted conservatory orders suspending Finance Act 2023.
By Betty Njeru 7 months ago
Finance Act 2023: M-Pesa charges go up as calls, SMS and data rates decrease
Kenya loses Sh3 billion daily from protests, KEPSA says
KEPSA projects Kenya loses Sh3b daily owing to looting and property destruction occasioned by protests, says the country cannot afford existing political activities.
By Betty Njeru 8 months ago
Kenya loses Sh3 billion daily from protests, KEPSA says
Calls for arrest of Raila Odinga are misguided- legal experts
Legal experts now argue that the suggestion to have Raila Odinga arrested is ill-advised.
By Betty Njeru 8 months ago
Calls for arrest of Raila Odinga are misguided- legal experts
KNUT second Vice chairperson John Wesonga is dead
KNUT second Vice National chairperson John Wesonga dies at a Nairobi hospital after a long illness, Union Secretary-General Collins Oyuu confirms.
By Betty Njeru, Mike Kihaki and Betty Njeru 8 months ago
KNUT second Vice chairperson John Wesonga is dead
SRC says it will 'consider' Ruto's proposal to delay salaries for State officers
SRC defends move to review salaries for State officers; chairperson Lyn Mengich says the commission will consider President Ruto's proposal to delay increment.
By Betty Njeru 8 months ago
SRC says it will 'consider' Ruto's proposal to delay salaries for State officers
Inside Ruto five-minute resounding speech at Paris summit
Nearly every sentence Ruto delivered was met with cheer, clapping, and chants, much to the delight of many.
By Betty Njeru 8 months ago
Inside Ruto five-minute resounding speech at Paris summit
Rights groups accuse EALA MP Sankok of 'promoting rape culture' in video
The activists are now demanding that Sankok issues a public apology, acknowledges his mistake, and pull down the video.
By Betty Njeru 9 months ago
Rights groups accuse EALA MP Sankok of 'promoting rape culture' in video
Romania recalls ambassador to Kenya Dragos Tigau over alleged 'monkey' slur
Romania recalls its Ambassador to Kenya, Dragos Tigau over alleged 'monkey' slur used during a meeting in Nairobi in April, apologies, says remarks regrettable.
By Betty Njeru and Mwangi Maina 9 months ago
Romania recalls ambassador to Kenya Dragos Tigau over alleged 'monkey' slur
John Ngumi resigns as Kenya Airways independent director
John Ngumi resigns as an independent non-executive director of Kenya Airways; David Kabeberi takes up role in an interim capacity, KQ announces.
By Betty Njeru 9 months ago
John Ngumi resigns as Kenya Airways independent director
KEBS appoints Esther Ngari acting MD after suspension of Njiraini
KEBS makes management changes after suspension of officials linked to sugar scandal; Esther Ngari named Acting MD, Benard Nguyo Ag. Director, Quality Assurance.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
KEBS appoints Esther Ngari acting MD after suspension of Njiraini
Jubilee issues fresh demands as bipartisan team meets at Bomas
Jubilee Party protests exclusion in the bipartisan talks after Adan Keynan withdrew from committee; to seek redress within 14 days if talks proceed.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Jubilee issues fresh demands as bipartisan team meets at Bomas
Ruto affirms Kenya, AU's endorsement of Nancy Karigithu for IMO top post
Pres. Ruto asserts Kenya's nomination of Amb. Nancy Karigithu as Secretary-General of International Maritime Organisation; she seeks to replace South Korea's Kitack Lim.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Ruto affirms Kenya, AU's endorsement of Nancy Karigithu for IMO top post
Ex-NCCK Sec Gen Mutava Musyimi to lead team reviewing laws regulating churches
President Ruto appoints former NCCK Secretary General Mutava Musyimi to head a 14-member taskforce to review laws governing churches.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Ex-NCCK Sec Gen Mutava Musyimi to lead team reviewing laws regulating churches
Ruto appoints Justice Lessit, lawyer Kilukumi to investigate Shakahola massacre
President Ruto appoints Court of Appeal judge Jessie Lessit to head commission probing Shakahola massacre, lawyer Kioko Kilukumi to be the lead counsel.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Ruto appoints Justice Lessit, lawyer Kilukumi to investigate Shakahola massacre
Jubilee to hold special National Delegates Conference as dispute rocks party
Jubilee to hold a special National Delegates Conference on May 22 to review and formulate policies, party leader Uhuru Kenyatta says amid wrangles.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Jubilee to hold special National Delegates Conference as dispute rocks party
Earthquake or tremor? Kenyans curious following earth shake
By Saturday noon, 'earthquake' and 'tremor' topped Twitter trends in Kenya, with netizens narrating their experiences.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Earthquake or tremor? Kenyans curious following earth shake
EARCF Commander Major General Jeff Nyagah exits DRC mission over safety concerns
East Africa Regional Force Commander Maj. Gen Jeff Nyagah resigns from DRC mission citing threats to his security and frustrations.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
EARCF Commander Major General Jeff Nyagah exits DRC mission over safety concerns
Union officials decry non-payment of teachers at drama festival
The union officials claimed teachers are stranded in Mombasa, with nowhere to go nor anyone to turn to.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Union officials decry non-payment of teachers at drama festival
UN condemns violence against women in Sudan conflict
The United Nations Women Executive Director has expressed concern over the rising cases of sexual and gender-based violence, as the fighting in Sudan takes a turn for the worst.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
UN condemns violence against women in Sudan conflict
Moses Kuria off to the U.S. to promote trade ties
Trade CS Kuria leads business delegation to the U.S. to bolster bilateral ties ahead of an investment conference in Nairobi in May; he'll meet State Secretary Blinken.
By Betty Njeru 10 months ago
Moses Kuria off to the U.S. to promote trade ties
Transport tycoon's widow battles lender over Sh174m 'fictitious' loan
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