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David Njaaga

Murathe vows to fight government plan to privatise state corporations

Jubilee Party Vice-Chairman David Murathe says he will challenge the government's plan to privatise 35 State corporations, saying they are symbols of Kenya and should not be sold to private investors.

By David Njaaga 3 days ago

Murathe vows to fight government plan to privatise state corporations

Win for Kenyans as Housing Levy is declared unconstitutional

Win for Kenyans as Housing Levy is declared unconstitutional

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

High Court suspends Finance Act judgement implementation

High Court suspends Finance Act judgement implementation

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Kenyan acrobat blends Chinese and African styles in his performances

Kenyan acrobat blends Chinese and African styles in his performances

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

President Ruto to launch AI-powered green hub tomorrow

President William Ruto will launch the Green Digital Innovation Hub on Tuesday, a centre that will foster green and digital transitions in agriculture, ICT and energy sectors.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

President Ruto to launch AI-powered green hub tomorrow

Ruto praises dialogue team, pledges to act on report

President William has expressed his support for the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, which was unveiled on Saturday, November 25.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

Ruto praises dialogue team, pledges to act on report

National dialogue team unveils report with proposals to reduce cost of living, reform electoral system

The National Dialogue team unveiled its report on Saturday with a number of recommendations, including proposals to reduce the cost of living and audit the 2022 electoral process.

By David Njaaga 8 days ago

National dialogue team unveils report with proposals to reduce cost of living, reform electoral system

Floods wreak havoc in coastal region, destroy roads and bridges

Heavy rains have caused floods and damage in several parts of coastal region, affecting roads, bridges, farms and homes.

By David Njaaga and Marion Kithi 8 days ago

Floods wreak havoc in coastal region, destroy roads and bridges

Girls excel in languages, boys in Maths and Science

Female candidates performed slightly better than their male counterparts in English, Kiswahili, and Kenyan Sign Language.

By David Njaaga 10 days ago

Girls excel in languages, boys in Maths and Science

TSC to award long-serving KCPE examiners

A total of 1,415,315 candidates wrote the exams and about 1.2 million candidates sat the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA).

By David Njaaga 10 days ago

TSC to award long-serving KCPE examiners

Businesswoman Anne Njeri in Sh17b oil deal skips parliamentary grilling

Anne Njeri who claims to own Sh17 billion worth of diesel that is at the centre of a political storm has failed to appear before a Parliamentary committee probing the controversial oil import deal.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

Businesswoman Anne Njeri in Sh17b oil deal skips parliamentary grilling

Chef Maliha fights to make history with her 150-hour cooking challenge

Kenyan chef Maliha Mohammed is fighting to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest solo cooking session.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Chef Maliha fights to make history with her 150-hour cooking challenge

TSC mourns teacher killed in Garissa helicopter accident

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has expressed its condolences to the family and friends of Ahmed Nur Ismail, who died in a helicopter accident on Tuesday.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

TSC mourns teacher killed in Garissa helicopter accident

Application to boost accounting efficiency in Kenya launched

A global technology company has launched a new application that aims to help accountants in Kenya streamline their firm's operations and deliver exceptional client experience.

By David Njaaga 12 days ago

Application to boost accounting efficiency in Kenya launched

Raila Odinga calls for resignation, prosecution of two CSs over oil scam

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has demanded the resignation and prosecution of two Cabinet Secretaries for their role in a controversial oil deal that he claims is a scam to loot public funds.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Raila Odinga calls for resignation, prosecution of two CSs over oil scam

Fintech summit showcases potential of digital finance in Africa

Fintech experts have urged for more innovation and collaboration in the sector to close the financial inclusion gap in Africa.

By David Njaaga 13 days ago

Fintech summit showcases potential of digital finance in Africa

Former Migori Deputy Governor Nelson Mahanga dies in Nairobi hospital

Former Migori Deputy Governor Nelson Mahanga has died, his family has said.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Former Migori Deputy Governor Nelson Mahanga dies in Nairobi hospital

G20 welcomes African Union as permanent member, pledges support for Africa

The G20 leaders have welcomed the African Union as a permanent member of the group and pledged to support its development agenda and address global challenges together.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

G20 welcomes African Union as permanent member, pledges support for Africa

Morocco earthquake: Death toll surpasses 1,000

More than 1,000 people have died and over 1,200 have been injured in a powerful earthquake that hit Morocco on Friday night, the country's interior ministry said.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Morocco earthquake: Death toll surpasses 1,000

Ministry of Defence closes 2023 KDF recruitment drive

The Ministry of Defence has announced the closure of the 2023 Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) nationwide recruitment drive, which began on August 28 and ended on September 8.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Ministry of Defence closes 2023 KDF recruitment drive

No tuition fees for new public university students until categorisation, says Vice-Chancellors' Committee

Vice-Chancellors' Committee clarifies no tuition fees required for new first-year public university students until Higher Education Fund categorises them.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

No tuition fees for new public university students until categorisation, says Vice-Chancellors' Committee

Vimal Shah appointed Chancellor of Maasai Mara University

President William Ruto has appointed businessman Vimal Shah as the chancellor of the Maasai Mara University for a five-year term, starting from September 7, 2023.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Vimal Shah appointed Chancellor of Maasai Mara University

Security officers seize contraband goods, arrest three Somalis in Machakos

Security officers in Machakos County arrested three Somali nationals and seized contraband goods worth millions of shillings on Thursday.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Security officers seize contraband goods, arrest three Somalis in Machakos

Worldcoin probe: Commissioner Kassait wants data protection law reviewed

Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait recommends review of the Data Protection Act of 2019, regulations, and enhancement of office capacity amid Worldcoin controversy.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Worldcoin probe: Commissioner Kassait wants data protection law reviewed

Inside the Africa Climate Summit on its third and final day: Expectations and outcomes

As the Africa Climate Summit comes to a close, all eyes are on the Nairobi declarations that will outline Africa's position and demands on climate change.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Inside the Africa Climate Summit on its third and final day: Expectations and outcomes

Africa Climate Summit adopts Nairobi Declaration

The Africa Climate Summit concluded on Wednesday, August 6, with the adoption of the Nairobi Declaration.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Africa Climate Summit adopts Nairobi Declaration

UK pledges Sh8 billion for climate projects in Africa

The UK has announced Sh8.98 billion (PS49 million) for new climate finance and resilience projects in Africa at the first Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

UK pledges Sh8 billion for climate projects in Africa

Nairobi ready for Africa Climate Summit, says PS Raymond Omollo

Interior PS Raymond Omollo says Nairobi is ready to host the Africa Climate Summit 2023, which will take place from September 4 to 8 at KICC.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Nairobi ready for Africa Climate Summit, says PS Raymond Omollo

Mudavadi to represent President Ruto at Mnangagwa's swearing-in

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will travel to Harare, Zimbabwe on Sunday, to attend the inauguration of President-elect Emmerson Mnangagwa on behalf of President Ruto.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Mudavadi to represent President Ruto at Mnangagwa's swearing-in

Kenya waives visa for DRC nationals

Kenya has lifted visa restrictions for all citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) effective September 1, 2023.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Kenya waives visa for DRC nationals

KRA offers tax amnesty for interest and penalties

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a tax amnesty for taxpayers who have accrued interest and penalties on their tax debt up to December 31, 2022.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

KRA offers tax amnesty for interest and penalties

Kenya to benefit from stronger trade and investment ties with Singapore

Kenya is poised to reap benefits of enhanced trade and investment relations with Singapore, as both countries ratified a bilateral investment treaty that came into force on August 20.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Kenya to benefit from stronger trade and investment ties with Singapore

Kenyans urged to embrace sustainable, impact-driven business practices

Kenyans have been challenged to adopt sustainable, impact-driven business practices that will enhance the well-being of the people and the planet.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Kenyans urged to embrace sustainable, impact-driven business practices

Chebukati: Military coups in Africa a result of excluding election observers from polls

Former IEBC chairperson Wafula Chebukati avers that excluding election observers from the electoral process may be contributing to the recent spate of election-related military coups in Africa.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Chebukati: Military coups in Africa a result of excluding election observers from polls

List: Ngong Rd, Kenyatta and Mbagathi hospitals among 17 areas to experience water interruption

The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) has announced that 17 areas in Nairobi will experience water interruption on due to a major leak at the Kabete Water Treatment Works Reservoir.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

List: Ngong Rd, Kenyatta and Mbagathi hospitals among 17 areas to experience water interruption

Churches launch code of conduct to promote accountability, resolve disputes

Churches have unveiled a new code of conduct and governance guidelines that will require them to have their own internal mechanisms for resolving disputes and promoting accountability.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Churches launch code of conduct to promote accountability, resolve disputes

Teachers to get salary raise effective July after new CBA deal

Teachers in Kenya will enjoy a basic salary increment of up to 9.5 per cent starting from July 1, 2023, following a new agreement between TSC and three teachers' unions.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Teachers to get salary raise effective July after new CBA deal

Kirinyaga Woman Rep Njeri Maina threatens to sue Governor Waiguru over defamation

Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has threatened legal action against Governor Anne Waiguru over alleged false and libelous remarks.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Kirinyaga Woman Rep Njeri Maina threatens to sue Governor Waiguru over defamation

Mudavadi, Wetangula dismiss claims of supremacy battle in Western region

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula have dismissed claims that they are locked in a supremacy battle in the Western region.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Mudavadi, Wetangula dismiss claims of supremacy battle in Western region

Mudavadi warns leaders against using tribalism to evade accountability

He said that the law would catch up with those who have misused public funds, regardless of their ethnic background.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Mudavadi warns leaders against using tribalism to evade accountability

Humphrey Wattanga sworn in as new KRA Commissioner-General

Humphrey Wattanga sworn in as KRA Commissioner-General for a renewable three-year term; he replaces Githii Mburu who resigned in February 2023.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Humphrey Wattanga sworn in as new KRA Commissioner-General

Ababu Namwamba on neglecting athletes: Special Olympics team to Germany was well facilitated

13 government officials and two ministry officials accompanied the team to Germany.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Ababu Namwamba on neglecting athletes: Special Olympics team to Germany was well facilitated

Dorcas Gachagua urges leaders to empower and protect boy child

87 per cent of inmates in Kenya are men and boys while 51 per cent of cases pertaining to child neglect involve boys, Second Lady Dorcas Rigathi says.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

Dorcas Gachagua urges leaders to empower and protect boy child

'Mathee wa Ngara' seeks to block arrest over drug trafficking claims

Businesswoman Nancy Kigunzu alias 'Mathee wa Ngara', has filed a petition at the Milimani Law Courts, seeking to stop her arrest and prosecution over drug trafficking allegations.

By David Njaaga 3 months ago

'Mathee wa Ngara' seeks to block arrest over drug trafficking claims

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