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Telemedicine is reshaping how we think about care
The start of a new year often feels like a turning point, a time for resolutions and fresh opportunities.
By Elizabeth Wasunna 18 days ago
Telemedicine is reshaping how we think about care
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Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report
President Ruto has delayed the implementation of the 10-Point Agenda, intended to compile a plan on governance reforms, including recommendations from the NADCO report.
By Ndungu Gachane 19 days ago
Ruto accused of dragging feet in executing NADCO report
Tragedy spurs family to take action against mental illness-related deaths
The incident where a man died by suicide has prompted a family in Lari Constituency to act to support the community in a bid to curb deaths linked to mental illness.
By George Njunge 19 days ago
Tragedy spurs family to take action against mental illness-related deaths
Educate Kenyans that violence is totally unacceptable
Couples should understand that when nothing is left in a relationship, a mutual understanding to separate will help to avoid regrettable actions.
By June Chebet 19 days ago
Educate Kenyans that violence is totally unacceptable
1966, the year independence euphoria in Africa started evaporating
Kenyatta, consistent in political opportunism, disillusioned followers by discarding his Mau Mau 'revolutionary' past while embracing the very colonialists that he had fought.
By Macharia Munene 19 days ago
1966, the year independence euphoria in Africa started evaporating
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Cash, bullying and betrayal drive exodus from Gachagua's DCP
Gachagua's former allies are now accusing him of bullying them and allegedly converting his party into a money-making machine for the highest bidders.
By Ndung'u Gachane 20 days ago
Cash, bullying and betrayal drive exodus from Gachagua's DCP
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Top schools face overcrowding as Grade 10 admission is extended
National schools recorded 100 per cent turnout, while sub-county and county schools struggled with low enrolment.
By Caleb Atemi, Lewis Nyaundi 20 days ago
Top schools face overcrowding as Grade 10 admission is extended
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Opposition subjected to brutal campaign repression as Museveni declared President
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni won a seventh term in office with 71.65 percent of the vote.
By Ndung'u Gachane 20 days ago
Opposition subjected to brutal campaign repression as Museveni declared President
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Why Education Ministry wants 1,000 senior schools upgraded to national status
The proposal comes in response to dwindling learner interest in certain institutions, especially day senior schools.
By Lewis Nyaundi and George Njunge 21 days ago
Why Education Ministry wants 1,000 senior schools upgraded to national status
We need fair and clear system of paying victims of State injustices
Government toxicology reports demonstrate that the blood of villagers contained 420 micro grams of lead, 800 times what is considered safe for human beings.
By Irungu Houghton 21 days ago
We need fair and clear system of paying victims of State injustices
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Museveni takes early lead in poll as violence, tension grip Uganda
Figures by Electoral Commission showed Museveni had secured about 76 per cent of the vote amid vote rigging claims.
By Ndung'u Gachane and Lewis Nyaundi 21 days ago
Museveni takes early lead in poll as violence, tension grip Uganda
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Why Grade 10 admission period could be extended
Less than half of the 1.1 million learners expected to join senior school have so far reported to their respective institutions.
By Lewis Nyaundi and George Njunge 22 days ago
Why Grade 10 admission period could be extended
National exams: When everybody sees the results, not the pressure
Success should not come at the cost of identity. Education and achievement should help young people discover who they are, not force them into narrow definitions of worth.
By Noni Njuguna 23 days ago
National exams: When everybody sees the results, not the pressure
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Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament
Nyoro's funding model for 65 day secondary schools has attracted the wrath of legislators who have claimed that he was either using monies that ought to pay teachers, or unexplained sources.
By Ndungu Gachane 23 days ago
Why Ndindi Nyoro's Sh500 school fees plan has triggered storm in Parliament
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Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer
Fears are growing that the UDA and ODM pre-election pact could trigger tensions - and even internal ruptures - within both political camps.
By Ndungu Gachane 23 days ago
Realignment fear looms as ODM-UDA deal inches closer
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Reality check: Why Ruto's mountain climb is getting slippery
Ruto used to draw mammoth crowds at his rallies in the Mt Kenya region. His allies are now forced to mobilise and ferry supporters to create a perception that he is still in charge.
By Ndung'u Gachane 24 days ago
Reality check: Why Ruto's mountain climb is getting slippery
New regulations will unlock untapped potential of solar water heating
Regulations aim to improve quality and professionalism in the solar water heating industry by requiring manufacturers, importers, vendors and installers of these systems to be licensed.
By Caroline Kimathi and Mungai Kihara 24 days ago
New regulations will unlock untapped potential of solar water heating
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Gachagua lost, Lamu Woman Rep gained from 'tutam' booing incident
Gachagua showed poor political judgment by not seizing the opportunity to appear like a reconciler and peacemaker by properly guiding his 'Wantam' followers.
By Macharia Munene 26 days ago
Gachagua lost, Lamu Woman Rep gained from 'tutam' booing incident
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Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records
The Ministry of Education will be required to release the capitation data within 21 days, including the name of school, county, sub-county and ward, as well as the amount of capitation disbursed.
By Ndungu Gachane 26 days ago
Ombudsman orders State to release 5-year capitation records
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Why Venezuela became pawn in Trump's global power play era
Apart from craving for power, within and outside the United States, Trump's desire to outdo other presidents is the inadvertent reason for his behaviour.
By Macharia Munene 27 days ago
Why Venezuela became pawn in Trump's global power play era
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Gachagua shadow looms as UDA holds party polls
While UDA leaders maintain that the exercise will boost the party's influence, those opposed to the party maintain it was an exercise in futility.
By Ndung'u Gachane 27 days ago
Gachagua shadow looms as UDA holds party polls
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KCSE results improve as bottom grades decline
Candidates in the 2025 KCSE have posted better scores compared to the previous two years, even as bottom grades declined.
By Lewis Nyaundi 27 days ago
KCSE results improve as bottom grades decline
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Kenya's growth path and how Singapore dared to develop
While it is true that Kenya cannot directly follow the Singapore model, there are a few things it can learn.
By Dr Duncan Ojwang 27 days ago
Kenya's growth path and how Singapore dared to develop
How Nick Rambo told stories of the unheard through bold films
Unlike many, Nick filmed not only to explain our world but to offer the silenced a voice and to protect the truth.
By Irungu Houghton 28 days ago
How Nick Rambo told stories of the unheard through bold films
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Literary criticism is not about trashing other people's intellectual effort
Today, if you review a book and cast it in a positive light, you risk being gaslighted for doing public relations, perhaps on grounds unrelated to the merits of the work.
By Henry Munene 28 days ago
Literary criticism is not about trashing other people's intellectual effort
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Shock of primary school learners sitting KCSE exams
It has now emerged that thousands of students are increasingly sitting the Form Four national exams while still very young.
By Lewis Nyaundi 28 days ago
Shock of primary school learners sitting KCSE exams
David Mulwa's indelible imprint on KTN's drama production journey
Mwalimu Mulwa was eulogised by many as a literary giant, the author of many plays, including his early 1980s works Buriani, Ukame, Daraja and Master and Servant.
By Mburugu Gikunda 28 days ago
David Mulwa's indelible imprint on KTN's drama production journey
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KCSE: Girls shun technical fields as boys shine
The 2025 KCSE results have exposed subjects girls are keeping off in secondary schools.
By Lewis Nyaundi 28 days ago
KCSE: Girls shun technical fields as boys shine
Kisima mixed secondary tops Nyandarua county KCSE for seventh consecutive year
Little-known Kisima mixed secondary school in Nyahururu
By James Munyeki 28 days ago
Kisima mixed secondary tops Nyandarua county KCSE for seventh consecutive year
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Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that instead of putting more money in people's pockets, President Ruto had taken away the little Kenyans had.
By Ndungu Gachane 29 days ago
Kick out Ruto and Sakaja in 2027, Gachagua tells city residents
How the 52-Week challenge can support new year savings goals
Writer says structured approaches like the 52-week challenge offer a practical starting point for those looking to make steady progress toward their financial goals.
By Samuel Njuguna 29 days ago
How the 52-Week challenge can support new year savings goals
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Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga
ODM party now appears to be operating on autopilot as bickering and infighting among leaders rage, raising serious questions about party leader Oburu Oginga's ability to steady the ship.
By Ndungu Gachane 30 days ago
Why Raila's shoes seem too big for Oburu Oginga
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Principals warned against charging illegal fees, asking parents for bribes
Parents can now report school heads demanding a commitment fee or a bribe to secure a senior school admission, after the Ministry of Education declared such payments unlawful.
By Lewis Nyaundi 30 days ago
Principals warned against charging illegal fees, asking parents for bribes
Kenya must accelerate food fortification for healthier citizens
In Kenya, one in every four women is anaemic, while three-quarters of the population suffers zinc deficiency.
By Siamola Murundo 1 month ago
Kenya must accelerate food fortification for healthier citizens
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Parents allege Sh150,000 bribe demands for senior school slots
Parents continue to grapple with frustration in search of a senior school admission slot after it emerged that principals are asking for up to Sh150,000 in kickbacks.
By Lewis Nyaundi 1 month ago
Parents allege Sh150,000 bribe demands for senior school slots
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Why Uhuru Kenyatta's re-emergence is giving Ruto's team a big headache
The seeming gradual resurgence of former President Uhuru popularity among ordinary Kenyans appears to be creating nervous butterflies in President Ruto's stomach.
By Josphat Thiong'o and Ndung'u Gachane 1 month ago
Why Uhuru Kenyatta's re-emergence is giving Ruto's team a big headache
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Safety underpins new EAC biotechnology strategy
Some biotech products, possibly containing synthetic molecules, may be circulating already in certain East African Community (EAC) Partner States.
By Rosalia Omungo 1 month ago
Safety underpins new EAC biotechnology strategy
It's not only Somaliland, Israel is equally desperate for recognition
Israel controls Palestine, comprising Gaza and West Bank which it annexed from Egypt and Jordan, and would like its claims recognised as part of Greater Israel without the Palestinians.
By Macharia Munene 1 month ago
It's not only Somaliland, Israel is equally desperate for recognition
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Gachagua slams Ruto, calls on US to probe stolen Minnesota funds
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged the US government to speed up investigations into individuals involved in money laundering, particularly those alleged to have stolen funds from Minnesota.
By George Njunge 1 month ago
Gachagua slams Ruto, calls on US to probe stolen Minnesota funds
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How Grade 10 placement went wrong
The placement of the first cohort of learners to senior school has exposed deep flaws in the new system, leaving parents frustrated and raising questions about the process.
By Lewis Nyaundi 1 month ago
How Grade 10 placement went wrong
'His actions are his own,' ODM disowns Oketch Salah
Politics
By Ronald Kipruto
42 mins ago
Drought forces Turkana families to flee across borders
Environment & Climate
By Mercy Kahenda
1 hr ago
How Ron Kenoly's decades of worship touched people globally
Standard Entertainment
By Tania Omusale
1 hr ago