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Noel Nabiswa

Doctors turn to Ruto to break talks stalemate to end the ongoing strike

Davji Atellah said the president has an obligation to protect the rights of every Kenyan, including access to quality healthcare services as stipulated in the Constitution.

By Noel Nabiswa 1 month ago

Doctors turn to Ruto to break talks stalemate to end the ongoing strike

First batch of NYS graduates sent to Saudi Arabia, Labour PS says

First batch of NYS graduates sent to Saudi Arabia, Labour PS says

By Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Linturi urges farmers to embrace drought resistant crops

Linturi urges farmers to embrace drought resistant crops

By Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Kenya, Indonesia collaborate to boost mining sector

Kenya, Indonesia collaborate to boost mining sector

By Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Empower us to tell our own stories, FGM survivors plead

Through anti-FGM campaigns and education programmes, FGM survivors say they now feel confident to return to their communities and fight the vice

By Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Empower us to tell our own stories, FGM survivors plead

State grappling with Sh83 billion funding gap for water, sanitation

CS Zachariah Njeru on Tuesday said the government is currently grappling with an annual Sh83 billion funding gap to provide clean water and sewerage services across the country.

By Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

State grappling with Sh83 billion funding gap for water, sanitation

Pain of 3,580 medical graduates grappling with uncertain future

Failure to place medical interns means many hospitals now have no junior doctors, impacting patient care. Health Ministry needs Sh4.9 billion to finance monthly salaries stipulated in CBA.

By Maryann Muganda and Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Pain of 3,580 medical graduates grappling with uncertain future

Doctors threaten strike over delayed internships

Union faults Ministry of Health for not releasing funds to send medical graduates to hospitals. They say the 1,215 interns are ready to work and ease pressure on healthcare workers.

By Maryann Muganda and Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Doctors threaten strike over delayed internships

KMPDU issues ultimatum over placement of medical graduates

KMPDU has issued an ultimatum to the Ministry of Health demanding immediate internship placements for over 1000 medical graduates by March 1st.

By Maryann Muganda and Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

KMPDU issues ultimatum over placement of medical graduates

Why you will pay more for less this valentine

Love is in the air as partners around the world pull out all the stops to mark Valentine's Day on Wednesday, February 14.

By Noel Nabiswa 2 months ago

Why you will pay more for less this valentine

KCSE candidates urged to take up TVET courses

Candidates who sat the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams in 2023 have been urged to consider enrolling in Technical Vocation Education Training (TVET) institutions.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Noel Nabiswa 3 months ago

KCSE candidates urged to take up TVET courses

Kenya to send 2,500 nurses to Saudi Arabia

By mid-January we are going to deploy those diploma and degree holders to provide their services to the Saudi Arabia kingdom

By Noel Nabiswa 4 months ago

Kenya to send 2,500 nurses to Saudi Arabia

Ministry says workers at Eastleigh building had no protective gear

The 17-storey building's scaffolds collapsed on Saturday afternoon killing four workers who were on site and leaving others with serious injuries.

By Noel Nabiswa 5 months ago

Ministry says workers at Eastleigh building had no protective gear

NTSA cautions passengers against using unregistered PSV's

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has cautioned passengers against boarding private vehicles operating as Public Service vehicles.

By Noel Nabiswa 5 months ago

NTSA cautions passengers against using unregistered PSV's

Only two cheating cases recorded in 2023 KCPE exam

Only two candidates out of 1.4 million who sat for the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) were caught cheating.

By Noel Nabiswa 5 months ago

Only two cheating cases recorded in 2023 KCPE exam

Raila slams Ruto's G-to-G oil deal as a grand scam

Azimio leader says deal was crafted to exempt companies from paying tax. He calls for cancellation of the deal and documents be made public.

By Judah Ben-Hur and Noel Nabiswa 5 months ago

Raila slams Ruto's G-to-G oil deal as a grand scam

Sensitize guards to enhance security, body urges

Chairperson Enock Makanga, PROSAK chairperson said that companies always opt to cut the cost of payment by hiring guards who are not well qualified.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Sensitize guards to enhance security, body urges

Tea sector workers to get 13pc pay rise as Atwoli signs CBA

Atwoli has pledged to push for higher wages for tea workers. He said the CBA between KTDA and KPAWU marks a new chapter in the history of industrial relations in the tea sector

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Tea sector workers to get 13pc pay rise as Atwoli signs CBA

Atwoli inks deal to review wage for tea farmers

In a statement, Atwoli said the meeting discussed 13 per cent wage increment of workers in the next two years.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Atwoli inks deal to review wage for tea farmers

Starehe MP demands justice for hawkers after county crackdown

Starehe MP Amos Mwago has called for the Nairobi County government to compensate the hawkers whose goods were ruined by the county's inspectorate officers on October 19.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Starehe MP demands justice for hawkers after county crackdown

We shall eliminate cartels in the mining sector, CS Mvurya says

He said that people have been taking advantage of the industry by creating cartels.

By Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

We shall eliminate cartels in the mining sector, CS Mvurya says

Scholars call for data specialists in pursuit of UHC

"The context why we have this consortium is to bring together all the statisticians into one particular place in order to help each other in building capacity," Prof Chirwa said.

By Lewis Nyaundi and Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Scholars call for data specialists in pursuit of UHC

Senator denies involvement in alleged gold scam

The lawmaker terms the allegations as politically motivated and targeting his businesses.

By Kamore Maina, Noel Nabiswa 6 months ago

Senator denies involvement in alleged gold scam

Pesticides are safe farmers told

Muchiri said banning pesticide products would deny millions of Kenyans their right to food.

By Noel Nabiswa 7 months ago

Pesticides are safe farmers told

Kenya, UK in new pact to strengthen growing trade ties

The signing of a memorandum of understanding between the ministry and the British Chamber of Commerce Kenya sets up the framework for further cooperation between the two countries.

By Noel Nabiswa and Ronald Kipruto 7 months ago

Kenya, UK in new pact to strengthen growing trade ties

Sickle Cell warriors urge the government to include them in policies, plans

The sickle Cell Afya Dhabithi project, launched at Mbagathi Hospital, is aimed at reducing the burden of Sickle Cell Disease and strengthening health systems for the disease.

By Noel Nabiswa and Catherine Imuraget 7 months ago

Sickle Cell warriors urge the government to include them in policies, plans

Scrap metal dealers pledge to work with government

The association of scrap metal dealers pledged to work with Kenya Power to forestall theft and vandalism of company resources.

By Noel Nabiswa and Catherine Imuraget 7 months ago

Scrap metal dealers pledge to work with government

UDA welcomes 120 defectors from Azimio Coalition

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party received 120 new members on Friday, who defected from the rival Azimio Coalition.

By Noel Nabiswa and Catherine Imuraget 8 months ago

UDA welcomes 120 defectors from Azimio Coalition

Raila moves to rein in errant ODM members

The condemned MPs met with President William Ruto on Tuesday, February 7 at State House, Nairobi.

By Grace Ng'ang'a and Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Raila moves to rein in errant ODM members

Murkomen outlines plans to introduce environment friendly vehicles

The CS said already some investors have already expressed interest in working with the Ministry towards achieving the goal.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Murkomen outlines plans to introduce environment friendly vehicles

Teach children Kiswahili as first language, teachers urge parents

"Keep culture to children, I think it is important to give our children a chance to learn more cultures, let them learn a culture that is different from theirs," Guerra said.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Teach children Kiswahili as first language, teachers urge parents

Drivers urged to observe roads safety during back to school

He also urged passengers to take personal responsibility as far as their safety is concerned and challenged them to report reckless drivers.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Drivers urged to observe roads safety during back to school

Ruto free to visit any county, private security guards say

Andabwa said that he earlier met Fazul Mohamed, the Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) chief executive over the sticky issues.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

Ruto free to visit any county, private security guards say

African leaders told to engage all players in summit

African leaders have been urged to foster collaboration to shape discourse on climate change and benefit all deserving communities.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

African leaders told to engage all players in summit

India marks 77th Independence Day with cultural celebrations in Nairobi

India commemorated its 77th Independence Day with a vibrant celebration in Nairobi, marked by cultural events and the emblematic 'Har Ghar Tiranga,' signifying the Indian National Flag.

By Noel Nabiswa 8 months ago

India marks 77th Independence Day with cultural celebrations in Nairobi

Activist accuse ICC Prosecutor of meddling in Kenya's affairs

Khan was in the country to receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Mount Kenya University.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Activist accuse ICC Prosecutor of meddling in Kenya's affairs

ODM disciplinary committee to decide fate of rebel MPs

The fate of eight Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) renegade lawmakers lies in the hands of the disciplinary committee that has retreated to write their decision after a two-day hearing.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

ODM disciplinary committee to decide fate of rebel MPs

Why it's important to get medical help when choosing a contraceptive

Even though family planning is a personal decision, it is wise to seek the advice of a qualified medical practitioner before settling on a method.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Why it's important to get medical help when choosing a contraceptive

Oduol vows to stay put, work for the people

Siaya Deputy Governor William Oduol has vowed to stay put and work for the people, despite facing frustrations from his boss, Governor James Orengo.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Oduol vows to stay put, work for the people

KNHCR calls for use of non-violent methods during protests

KNHCR Chairperson Roseline Odede appealed to parties involved in demonstrations to respect and protect fundamental human rights.

By Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

KNHCR calls for use of non-violent methods during protests

Azimio collects 1.2m signatures as Ruto warns against protests

Raila says signature collection is part of civil disobedience push to state to lower cost of living. President Ruto warns against demonstrations and schemes aimed at derailing government agenda.

By Brian Otieno and Noel Nabiswa 9 months ago

Azimio collects 1.2m signatures as Ruto warns against protests

Why urinary tract infections are more common in women

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are normally caused by bacteria that enter the urethra and bladder which causes inflammation and infection.

By Noel Nabiswa 10 months ago

Why urinary tract infections are more common in women

Court dismisses DPP attempt to withdraw Sh221m SGR case

The High Court has dismissed a bid by the Director of Public Prosecutions to terminate Sh221 million Standard Gauge Railway land case.

By Paul Ogemba and Noel Nabiswa 10 months ago

Court dismisses DPP attempt to withdraw Sh221m SGR case

Lawyer accuses Kenya Kwanza leaders of sowing discord in Jubilee

Kinuthia claimed that a section of Kenya Kwanza leaders are using some Jubilee leaders to sow discord in the party to ruin democracy in the country.

By Noel Nabiswa 11 months ago

Lawyer accuses Kenya Kwanza leaders of sowing discord in Jubilee

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