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Esther Nyambura

The Social Health Insurance Fund: What you need to know

Government will issue a registration period in which every Kenyan will be required to register for the new social health insurance fund.

By Esther Nyambura 5 days ago

The Social Health Insurance Fund: What you need to know

Hustler Fund rewards borrowers with new perks on its first anniversary

Hustler Fund rewards borrowers with new perks on its first anniversary

By Esther Nyambura 6 days ago

Government denies claims of electronic chips implanted in newborns

Government denies claims of electronic chips implanted in newborns

By Esther Nyambura 7 days ago

CS Ndungu: Kenya shilling is adjusting to its real value

CS Ndungu: Kenya shilling is adjusting to its real value

By Esther Nyambura 7 days ago

Gachagua: 37 flood deaths could have been avoided

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said that the country could have avoided 37 deaths due to floods if they had taken precaution.

By Esther Nyambura 8 days ago

Gachagua: 37 flood deaths could have been avoided

Why we wanted opposition leaders post, Kenya Kwanza

According to Kenya Kwanza's bipartisan talks technical advisor Duncan Ojwang', the office of the opposition leader created so as to have balanced politics and inclusivity in the country.

By Esther Nyambura 8 days ago

Why we wanted opposition leaders post, Kenya Kwanza

Cabinet to meet on Monday over El Nino intervention

70 people killed by floods; KDF to airlift supplies to victims as government amps up intervention measures, President William Ruto says.

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

Cabinet to meet on Monday over El Nino intervention

Brainstar School results are genuine, KNEC says after concerns raised

KNEC rules out exam malpractice at Brainstar School, after all KCPE candidates scored 75 pc in Science, says it was a multiple-choice paper hence possible to get similar marks.

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

Brainstar School results are genuine, KNEC says after concerns raised

South Sudan's Salva Kiir takes the rein at EAC

South Sudan President Salva Kiir takes over EAC chairmanship from Burundi's Evariste Ndayishimiye; Somalia admitted as 8th EAC member

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

South Sudan's Salva Kiir takes the rein at EAC

KNEC 'sorry' as SMS results system delays

Kenyans are experiencing delays in receiving the just released 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) results.

By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago

KNEC 'sorry' as SMS results system delays

Lawyer slams constitutional amendment on IEBC, calls for political independence

Morris Kimuli, a lawyer challenges the need for a constitutional amendment on IEBC as proposed by the National Dialogue Committee.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Lawyer slams constitutional amendment on IEBC, calls for political independence

Kenya- Japan trade yields Sh18.7b in revenue, says KRA

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has so far collected Sh18.7 billion from the Kenya- Japan trade this year.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Kenya- Japan trade yields Sh18.7b in revenue, says KRA

Pharmacy Board bans use, sale of sexual enhancement drug

Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) cautions the public against the use, sale or distribution of a falsified medical product commonly known as 'Asali ya Wazee'.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Pharmacy Board bans use, sale of sexual enhancement drug

Ruto demands fair loan terms for Africa from EU

President William Ruto has called on the European Union (EU) to review its loan terms for African countries, saying they are unfair and hinder development.

By Esther Nyambura 15 days ago

Ruto demands fair loan terms for Africa from EU

MCAs are misusing powers to impeach- Lawyer Elisha Ongoya

Lawyer Elisha Ongoya now says Members of County Assembly (MCA) are misusing their powers by using the impeachment motions as a conduit to get what they want from governors,

By Esther Nyambura 15 days ago

MCAs are misusing powers to impeach- Lawyer Elisha Ongoya

Explainer: How to pay for KWS services in advance

How to pay for national parks, reserves, and sanctuary in the eCitizen platform.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Explainer: How to pay for KWS services in advance

Expert: Why there are payment delays at National Parks countrywide

Fred Odek says the platform(eCitizen) occasionally faces technical challenges, making it hard for tourists to access the parks.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Expert: Why there are payment delays at National Parks countrywide

PLO Lumumba: Why we want the Constitution amended

Lumumba says that the amendment seeks to address political bad manners in the country.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

PLO Lumumba: Why we want the Constitution amended

IGAD to adopt dialogue in resolving Sudan conflict

The Intergovernmental Authority for Development (IGAD) Quartet Group now commits to using dialogue as a form of conflict resolution between warring parties in Sudan.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

IGAD to adopt dialogue in resolving Sudan conflict

Ministry extends deadline for students to apply for university funding

The Ministry of Education has extended the deadline for students to apply for loans and scholarships for a period of one month.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Ministry extends deadline for students to apply for university funding

Samson Cherargei: Why I am pushing for accountability in sports ministry

Cherargei who was among the whistleblowers who summoned CS Namwamba to Parliament said he is pushing for accountability which he claims the ministry lacks.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Samson Cherargei: Why I am pushing for accountability in sports ministry

Ruto calls for review of loan rates for African countries

President William Ruto has asked multilateral banks to consider reviewing their terms in relation to loans lent to African countries.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Ruto calls for review of loan rates for African countries

In pictures: Police seal off roads, conduct checks ahead of Climate Summit

Police seal off City Hallway, Wabera Street, Parliament, and Taifa Roads, Harambee Avenue; conduct security checks ahead of 3-day Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

In pictures: Police seal off roads, conduct checks ahead of Climate Summit

President William Ruto awards sportsmen at State House, Nairobi

President William Ruto on Friday, September 1 awarded sportsmen who represented Kenya in different games across the globe.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

President William Ruto awards sportsmen at State House, Nairobi

Africa Union suspends Gabon from its activities following coup

The African Union (AU) has suspended Gabon from all its activities after a military power takeover on Wednesday, August 30.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Africa Union suspends Gabon from its activities following coup

Babu Owino faults new funding model, claims government 'killing education'

Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has faulted the government over the new university funding model that will see only 45,000 students out of over 800,000 get the State's financial aid.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Babu Owino faults new funding model, claims government 'killing education'

List of African coups since 2020

African countries have been experiencing military coups in the last four years. So far, seven countries have experienced coups since 2020.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

List of African coups since 2020

Change or face impeachment: leaders in Kiambu warn Governor Wamatangi

leaders in the Kiambu have asked their governor to change or they will table an impeachment motion against him.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Change or face impeachment: leaders in Kiambu warn Governor Wamatangi

Collins Oyuu says teachers were shortchanged but there is hope

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Collins Oyuu says teachers have been shortchanged in the latest amended Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Collins Oyuu says teachers were shortchanged but there is hope

Power restored in parts of the country, KPLC says

Power restored in several parts of the country including Kiambu, Kisumu, Nakuru, and parts of Nairobi, Kenya Power says; outage has lasted more than 12 hours.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Power restored in parts of the country, KPLC says

Airports boss fired as Murkomen cracks the whip over JKIA blackout

Transport CS Murkomen announces changes at Kenya Airports Authority; appoints Henry Ogoye as acting Managing Director and terminates contract of Alex Gitari.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Airports boss fired as Murkomen cracks the whip over JKIA blackout

Explainer: What you need to know when suing for child support

Today, both parents share the responsibility of childbearing, depending on their income meaning whoever earns more, will carry the heaviest burden.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Explainer: What you need to know when suing for child support

How to save on the cost of electricity, expert advise

Kenya Renewable Energy Association CEO Andrew Amadi says renewable sources of energy are cheaper and more sustainable compared to what Kenya Power and Lighting Company is offering.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

How to save on the cost of electricity, expert advise

Police officers to receive salary increment beginning August

All Police officers and supporting staff in the police service to receive salary increments by Friday, August 25.

By Esther Nyambura, Esther Nyambura and Fred Kagonye 3 months ago

Police officers to receive salary increment beginning August

Raila Odinga flies to the UK for business, rest

Azimio leader Raila Odinga jets out of the country for a week-long business and private visit to the UK; he met Senator Chris Coons at JKIA who was departing for the US.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Raila Odinga flies to the UK for business, rest

South Sudan President Salva Kiir in Kenya for bilateral talks (Photos)

President William Ruto on Saturday, August 19 hosted his South Sudan counterpart, Salva Kiir at State House, Nairobi.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

South Sudan President Salva Kiir in Kenya for bilateral talks (Photos)

Ruto defends US envoy Meg Whitman over Raila's onslaught

President William Ruto has defended US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman, following remarks made by Raila Odinga on Thursday.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Ruto defends US envoy Meg Whitman over Raila's onslaught

Ministry assesses healthcare facilities in a bid to improve services

So far, the ministry has assessed 808 health facilities in the country, and they are targeting 14,192 more.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Ministry assesses healthcare facilities in a bid to improve services

Shape up or leave the country, Ruto to corrupt state officers

President William Ruto has told corrupt state officials to shape their characters or leave the country.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Shape up or leave the country, Ruto to corrupt state officers

'Mathe wa Ngara' on the run, police launch manhunt

Nancy Indoverie Kizungu alias Mathee, a popular bhang seller in Ngara, Kamukunji Constituency is allegedly on the run.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

'Mathe wa Ngara' on the run, police launch manhunt

Section of Mombasa Road at City Cabanas to be closed for a week

KeNHA announces temporary closure of Kyang'ombe slip road at City Cabanas stage on Mombasa Road from Thursday, Aug 17 to Aug 25 to allow for construction of two lanes.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Section of Mombasa Road at City Cabanas to be closed for a week

One year is gone yet Kenya Kwanza has not delivered, claims Osotsi

Vihiga County Senator Godfrey Osotsi says that the ruling party has made life unbearable for citizens by increasing taxes hence the high cost of living.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

One year is gone yet Kenya Kwanza has not delivered, claims Osotsi

Family and friends pay glowing tributes to literary legend, Prof Micere Mugo

Friends, family, and colleagues gathered at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi to pay their final respects to Prof Micere Mugo, a renowned playwright, activist, and author.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Family and friends pay glowing tributes to literary legend, Prof Micere Mugo

A year on: Diana Chepkemoi, worker rescued from Saudi Arabia transformation

A year later, the change is clear as day and one cannot help but smile.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

A year on: Diana Chepkemoi, worker rescued from Saudi Arabia transformation

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