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CoG wants doctors CBA reviewed, blames political incitement for strike

The council said the current CBA between the doctors union (KMPDU) and national government contains components that are not only difficult to implement but unreasonable.

By Patrick Vidija 18 days ago

CoG wants doctors CBA reviewed, blames political incitement for strike

Handling doctors' strike exposes systemic failures in governance

Handling doctors' strike exposes systemic failures in governance

By Patrick Muinde 18 days ago

Over 10,000 homeowners face eviction in Mombasa

Over 10,000 homeowners face eviction in Mombasa

By Patrick Beja 21 days ago

Kalonzo: Ruto planning to 'rig polls' early

Kalonzo: Ruto planning to 'rig polls' early

By Patrick Beja 23 days ago

Basil David scoops the 2024 Forty Under 40 Africa Award

Basil David Anthony, the Chief Executive Officer of Modern Floors has won the 2024 Forty Under 40 Africa award.

By Patrick Vidija 24 days ago

Basil David scoops the 2024 Forty Under 40 Africa Award

Fintech firm PayAngel hails Kenya for innovation success

While rooting for innovation to enhance financial inclusion, Joseph Elvis Lamptey said Kenya stands as a vibrant hub within the African Continental Free Trade Area.

By Patrick Vidija 25 days ago

Fintech firm PayAngel hails Kenya for innovation success

Let us crucify graft: We may save our nation and children from ourselves

Prosecution of high-profile corruption cases for people associated with the regime started collapsing like dominos as soon as they assumed office.

By Patrick Muinde 25 days ago

Let us crucify graft: We may save our nation and children from ourselves

UK-based fintech PayAngel eyes Kenyan market with secure diaspora remittance solutions

The firm's platform will give the diaspora seamless access to be able to send their money into Kenya while eliminating all third party involvement.

By Patrick Vidija 27 days ago

UK-based fintech PayAngel eyes Kenyan market with secure diaspora remittance solutions

Civil society groups demand implementation of TJRC report

A group of civil society organisations has challenged the government to prioritise the implementation of the findings in the Truth, Justice, and Reconciliation Commission (TJRC).

By Patrick Vidija 28 days ago

Civil society groups demand implementation of TJRC report

Jacaranda Health banks on Cynthia Kahumbura to drive sustainability, operations

Kahumbura steps up from her previous role of Country Director to lead the scale, sustainability and execution of programs and operations across the country.

By Patrick Vidija 28 days ago

Jacaranda Health banks on Cynthia Kahumbura to drive sustainability, operations

Involve counties in war against violent extremism, government told

During a Twitter Space discussion on the national strategy to counter violent extremism, stakeholders held the view that county governments are integral players in the process.

By Patrick Vidija 28 days ago

Involve counties in war against violent extremism, government told

German manufacturer seeks to revolutionise Kenyan market with Sh500m investment

The firm's Deputy Chief Executive Officer Christian May, said their goal is to transform the cleaning landscape in Kenya by bringing advanced products and services to customers.

By Patrick Vidija 28 days ago

German manufacturer seeks to revolutionise Kenyan market with Sh500m investment

We have hit some good Vision 2030 milestones but missed key targets

The Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (Beta) has finally crystallised with the launch of the Medium Term Plan (MTP IV) on Thursday.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

We have hit some good Vision 2030 milestones but missed key targets

State now banks on revised strategy to counter terrorism

The revised version of the 2016 strategy seeks to address critical issues like duplication of activities and resources by clearly outlining who is where and doing what.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

State now banks on revised strategy to counter terrorism

40 nominees to be feted as Kenya hosts Forty under 40 Africa awards

The 30 nominees are drawn from various fields including banking and finance, health and wellness, human resource and development, education, Insurance, law and manufacturing.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

40 nominees to be feted as Kenya hosts Forty under 40 Africa awards

KMA: This is how we plan to power shipping industry

KMA may suspend, withdraw or confiscate a Kenyan SID where the holder knowingly permits another person to use the document.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

KMA: This is how we plan to power shipping industry

Was Grade 8 pupil sexually abused before death?

Contradicting statements and molestation suspicions heightened intrigue in a school investigation after a Grade 8 pupil died under unclear circumstances.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Was Grade 8 pupil sexually abused before death?

Coast fights to free itself from grasp of drug lords

Amid a legacy of failed attempts, Ruto takes on Coast's war on drugs: Will history repeat itself? For the last 25 years, capturing drug barons has proved to be a thorny challenge.

By Benard Sanga and Patrick Beja 1 month ago

Coast fights to free itself from grasp of drug lords

Suspects linked to murder of Grade 8 pupil released on Sh500,000 bail

Five suspects linked to the murder of a Grade 8 pupil at Joy Gardens Primary School in Umoja-Tena have been released on a Sh500,000 bail each.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Suspects linked to murder of Grade 8 pupil released on Sh500,000 bail

10,000 face eviction at Kwa Bulo as squatters ask to be resettled

KNA has advised those interested in the plots put up for sale to apply for the same before April 1.

By Willis Oketch and Patrick Beja 1 month ago

10,000 face eviction at Kwa Bulo as squatters ask to be resettled

Hotel staffers demand justice after attack

Employees who were attacked by a group of hired youth at Pinewood Hotel in Diani have called on police to move swiftly and bring perpetrators to book.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Hotel staffers demand justice after attack

New accounting plan to end pending bills menace, misuse in government

The Cabinet on Thursday approved a phased three-year transition to a full Accrual Based Accounting system for the country.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

New accounting plan to end pending bills menace, misuse in government

Kajiado teen mothers get free daycare, empowerment centre

The centre to be managed by A PACK A MONTH will also serve as an empowerment centre for the mothers seeking to have a second chance to complete their education.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Kajiado teen mothers get free daycare, empowerment centre

Tourists association calls on DCI intervention after Pinewood Hotel attack

Police in Kwale have been put in a spot for failing to act following a daylight attack on Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa in Diani, months after the incident.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Tourists association calls on DCI intervention after Pinewood Hotel attack

Eng Kagondu seeks IEK presidency, vows to push for better remuneration

Kagondu said she will prioritise advocating for policies and legal frameworks that support the engineering profession.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Eng Kagondu seeks IEK presidency, vows to push for better remuneration

Insurance-backed loans propel financial resilience among communities

Embedding insurance into loans has the potential to boost financial resiliency among communities across the country.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Insurance-backed loans propel financial resilience among communities

Governor Fatuma Achani, CS Alfred Mutua differ over marine park project

Alfred Mutua and Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani have differed over the proposed establishment of Chale Island as a marine park.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

Governor Fatuma Achani, CS Alfred Mutua differ over marine park project

Regional countries champion tough ship registration rules

Ships in countries in the Eastern, Southern and Northern Africa region will be registered under one standardised platform if a new policy that seeks the creation of that platform is adopted.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

Regional countries champion tough ship registration rules

Counties to take over assets of defunct local authorities

The State Department for Devolution launched the exercise in Mombasa County that involves the assessment and valuation of land and buildings in 30 counties.

By Patrick Beja 1 month ago

Counties to take over assets of defunct local authorities

Budget policy statement offers no reprieve after raid on our pockets

Despite this ambitious targets, the government missed on their revenue target by Sh98.7 billion in the first five months of the 2023/24 fiscal year.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Budget policy statement offers no reprieve after raid on our pockets

Gig economy makes strides in Kenya's digital space

According to a report by the Digital Economy Task Force, Kenya's gig economy is currently valued at $109 million supporting over 36,000 gig workers.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Gig economy makes strides in Kenya's digital space

State points daggers at unsafe boats as accidents rise

Stung by public outcry over increasing cases of accidents, the government has announced plans to inspect all boats operating on Kenyan waters.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

State points daggers at unsafe boats as accidents rise

Insurance-backed loans boost financial resilience, report

The default rate on insurance-backed loans across the country is 60 per cent lower than on non-insured loans, a new report has revealed.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Insurance-backed loans boost financial resilience, report

Senate, governors want Water Bill overhauled

Committees of the Senate and Council of Governors claim Water Bill passed by the National Assembly takes away powers of county governments to manage water matters.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Senate, governors want Water Bill overhauled

KPA to invite fresh bids for transit cargo services

KPA has not shelved its plans to have in place end-to-end logistics services for transit cargo, says earlier tender was unresponsive, even as freight forwarders and other parties protest against move

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

KPA to invite fresh bids for transit cargo services

Forget shilling's gain against dollar, economy under firm grip of cartels

Freedom is coming soon to the dinner table for the real hustlers, in as much as they may not have been party to the shenanigans happening in the dollar market.

By Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

Forget shilling's gain against dollar, economy under firm grip of cartels

Animal welfare groups push for donkey's rights at AU summit

The groups said Africa's donkeys face an uncertain future due to the looming threat of the donkey skin trade and inadequate protection measures.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Animal welfare groups push for donkey's rights at AU summit

EALA MP to present motion backing Raila AU top job

EALA MP, Suleiman Shahbal, has announced his intention to present a motion during the upcoming plenary session calling on the EAC to unite in support of Raila Odinga's candidacy for AU chairmanship.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

EALA MP to present motion backing Raila AU top job

Battle for over 11 million metric tonnes cargo at Mombasa port

The agents claim this will amount to competition between KPA and its customers and eventually force them to close businesses.

By Patrick Beja 2 months ago

Battle for over 11 million metric tonnes cargo at Mombasa port

e-Citizen no cure for accountability, governance and leadership failures

What started as a simple executive fiat on centralization of national revenue collection is turning out to be a major public controversy, raising questions over the motivations behind it.

By Kennedy G. Mureithi, Patrick Muinde 2 months ago

e-Citizen no cure for accountability, governance and leadership failures

Zuri Foundation raises Sh50 million for women in science

The move is aimed at supporting women digital storytelling and engagement, expo showcase, traditional media engagement and networking sessions

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Zuri Foundation raises Sh50 million for women in science

The truth has set me free, Jacque Maribe speaks on her acquittal

While quoting a biblical verse from John 8: 32, Maribe said, "Actually I have nothing to say but for you shall know the truth and it shall set you free."

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

The truth has set me free, Jacque Maribe speaks on her acquittal

AU launches project to promote food and nutrition security in Africa

The project to be implemented by the Resilient African Feed and Fodder Systems seeks to ensure the feed and fodder sector is developed across Africa in a sustainable and evidence-based manner

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

AU launches project to promote food and nutrition security in Africa

Feed and fodder committee seeks partnership to ease risks of poor quality

The committee on Wednesday said most Africans spend more than 10 per cent of their daily incomes to purchase livestock-sourced foods due to inefficiencies in the feed and fodder sector.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Feed and fodder committee seeks partnership to ease risks of poor quality

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