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DP Rigathi Gachagua faces Mt Kenya in search of 'special freedom'

"This mountain has a healing effect on people," the DP says, as he carefully steps over the nooks and crannies of the narrow trail. Jumping over protruding roots, pebbles and rocks.

By Lydia Nyawira and DPPS 2 years ago

How to win a Sh700,000 cruise ship holiday around Europe

All you have to do is spend a minimum of Ksh 1000 at any store in the mall to get into the draw and get awarded points. The more points you are awarded, the greater your chances of winning.

By Westgate Shopping Mall 3 years ago

Keep off government plans for now, Gachagua tells Raila

Rigathi Gachagua has said Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga has no moral standing to question the decisions of the Kenya Kwanza government.

By DPPS 3 years ago

Rigathi says State to nominate team to clean Nairobi River

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said on Thursday said the government will ramp up efforts to clean Nairobi River after years of neglect.

By DPPS 3 years ago

Ruto, Gachagua to lead food drive in 12 counties tomorrow

The government will tomorrow, Saturday, launch the nationwide distribution of food to the most affected communities.

By DPPS 3 years ago

A class seven pupil injured in Al-Shabaab attack

Abdiker Mohamed Rahoy, 13 was shot in the arm by a stray bullet that was thrown at the school situated near Lafey primary school.

By Ibrahim Happy 3 years ago

Ruto allies warn OKA principals against being coerced to back Raila

They said these party leaders are experienced politicians who can make informed choices.

By DPPS 4 years ago

Economic recovery plan will include all Kenyans, says Ruto

Deputy President William Ruto has said all Kenyans must fully participate in the political decisions of the country.

By DPPS 4 years ago

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DP Ruto: Soon it will make no sense to harass allies

Deputy President William Ruto says the era of political threats and intimidation was winding down

By Allan Mungai & DPPS 4 years ago

Ensure women of the future do not inherit today’s inequalities

The “she-cession” triggered by Covid-19 is pushing women out of the labour market - often with little or no prospect of return.

By Rachel Toku-Appiah 4 years ago

Ruto to Raila: Don't wait to be endorsed

Deputy President William Ruto has urged leaders to seek the mandate of Kenyans instead of waiting for endorsements.

By DPPS 4 years ago

Ending violence and harassment at work

Workplace violence and harassment is widespread around the world; no country and no industry is exempt.

By Philippa Crosland –Taylor 5 years ago

What next for Ruto in BBI tussle?

The DP says country is headed to a lose-lose outcome unless hardline stance taken by some of those steering the process is relaxed

By Team and DPPS 5 years ago

Improve BBI content to get approval, Ruto says

For the country to rally behind BBI, Ruto said, there was an urgent need to improve its presentation and content.

By DPPS 5 years ago

OPPO Kenya adds to its A Series line-up with introduction of the OPPO A93

Packed with AI-powered Portrait Photography, Ultra Sleek Design and Fast Performance, the A93 now selling in stores and online platforms

By OPPO: Sponsored Content 5 years ago

Ruto allies say there is scheme to manipulate Huduma Namba data ahead of 2022 polls

Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa stated the country could not continue losing money during the tough economic times.

By DPPS 5 years ago

Fishy motive driving Huduma Namba, Ruto allies claim

DP Ruto allies claim fishy motive is behind the Huduma Namba registration.

By DPPS 5 years ago

Amnesty month: A call to surrender illegal guns

In Africa, citizens own more than 40 million small arms, and only a few civilian owners are licensed.

By Zipporah Musau 5 years ago

Media freedom must not fall victim to Covid-19

The Coronavirus is no reason to curtail press freedom

By Antonio Zappulla 5 years ago

For China, communication and control are key to tackling virus

Communication and control key to tackling coronavirus in China

By Peter Apps 5 years ago

Stop insulting me at pro-BBI rallies, Ruto tells politicians

Ruto urged the BBI taskforce to come up with a countrywide programme

By DPPS 5 years ago

Give report to all Kenyans, team urged

Ruto called on the taskforce to avail sufficient copies of the BBI report to Kenyans.

By DPPS 5 years ago

Ruto reads mischief in BBI mobilisations, says it's waste of resources

“What are all these campaigns for? Who do they want to persuade? Is it a way of misusing government resources?”

By DPPS 5 years ago

Ruto visits Sh1.7b Korakora canal, talks food security

Deputy President William Ruto has said the Government is committed to making Kenya food stable.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto: Remove barriers to attract donors

Deputy President William Ruto asks the National Treasury to eliminate bureaucracies that may hinder development initiatives by donors.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Census data is safe, DP Ruto assures

Ruto has asked Kenyans to cooperate with enumerators in the census exercise since the process would inform the country’s development plan.

By DPPS 6 years ago

DP Ruto says stale information affecting Africa’s growth

He noted that the move would boost quality of information, thereby informing proper planning.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto: stop politics, let agencies fight graft

He noted that politicians had no role in the investigation and prosecution of graft cases.

By DPPS 6 years ago

DP William Ruto worried by Kenya’s trade imbalance

According to the Kenya Bureau of Statistics, the country’s exports grew from Sh537 billion in 2014 to Sh613 billion in 2018

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto urges MPs and Senators to end row

Ruto said there was no need for the Senate to take the matter to court

By DPPS 6 years ago

Kenyan students to stay longer in UK, says Hailey

Kenyan students will soon stay longer in the United Kingdom after the completion of their studies

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto brokers deal on money Bill deadlock

Rotich said no one had any intention of frustrating devolution as had been claimed by some leaders

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto chairs informal meeting over counties money

Ruto reiterated the Government’s commitment to ensuring the success of devolution, saying it had transformed the lives of millions of Kenyans.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Treasury to pay Sh65b to suppliers by end month

Treasury will release Sh65 billion to pay pending bills by end of the month, a meeting of Governors and Deputy President William Ruto has agreed.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto: Central does not owe me a political debt

Ruto dismissed claims by some leaders that Central Kenya owed him a political debt.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Huawei’s plight spells trouble for world trade

Huawei is not the first firm to lose out in this new era of distrust

By Peter Apps 6 years ago

Ruto warns Chinese against breaking law

Chinese in Kenya have been warned of tough punishment if they fail to respect the laws of the country.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto: Shun politics of deceit from our rivals

The Deputy President said some leaders were using wrangles and deceit to wreck Jubilee Party

By DPPS 6 years ago

'We won't quit Jubilee,' vow Ruto allies

They said the party was founded on the premise of uniting all communities and developing Kenya.

By DPPS 6 years ago

Ruto: How Huduma Namba will help you, government

William Ruto has called on Kenyans to enroll for the Huduma Namba, saying it will guide the government in planning.

By DPPS 6 years ago