'The sacrifices will pay off' Ruto on economy
President William Ruto says the economy is on an upward trajectory, ranked 29th fastest growing by the World Bank; GDP grew at a rate of 5.4pc in the last six months.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
'The sacrifices will pay off' Ruto on economy
Nairobi in list of African cities to receive Sh500m to fight air pollution
Air pollution is one of the most urgent global issues. Almost no urban area has air quality that meets the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Nairobi in list of African cities to receive Sh500m to fight air pollution
We will not restrict movement, Nairobi police boss says ahead of Jamhuri Day celebrations
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Adamson Bungei says Kenyans are free to go about their daily routine on Tuesday, during the Jamhuri Day Celebrations.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
We will not restrict movement, Nairobi police boss says ahead of Jamhuri Day celebrations
CS Malonza heckled by Kitui mourners for defending high cost of living
A video of one of the cabinet secretaries in President William Ruto's regime being heckled by the audience has emerged online.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
CS Malonza heckled by Kitui mourners for defending high cost of living
Mwaura issues travel advisory to Kenyans traveling during the festive season
The government has issued an advisory to Kenyans who will be travelling to various parts of the country, as the festive season kicks in.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Mwaura issues travel advisory to Kenyans traveling during the festive season
Taita Taveta, Meru, Migori counties worst hit by floods, government spokesperson says
Taita Taveta, Meru and Migori Counties are the worst affected by floods caused by the ongoing el nino rains, Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura says.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Taita Taveta, Meru, Migori counties worst hit by floods, government spokesperson says
Kenyan researchers to use biomass waste to make sanitary towels
A group of researchers from leading universities across the country have collaborated, and come up with environment-friendly of making packages and sanitary towels.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Kenyan researchers to use biomass waste to make sanitary towels
Azimio leader Raila Odinga asks employers not to remit the Housing Levy
Azimio leader Raila Odinga has urged employers across the country not to remit the Housing Levy; partly opposes NADCO's final report.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Azimio leader Raila Odinga asks employers not to remit the Housing Levy
City County suspends three officers for harassing Nairobians
Nairobi City County has suspended three officers linked to different incidences of harassment of traders, motorists and business owners.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
City County suspends three officers for harassing Nairobians
Kioni says Uhuru did not try to interfere with national dialogue
Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has reacted to the National Dialogue Committee's final report; saying Uhuru did not interfere with talks.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Kioni says Uhuru did not try to interfere with national dialogue
PHOTOS: President Ruto chairs special cabinet meeting to deliberate on El Nino measures
President William Ruto is this morning chairing a special Cabinet meeting, to deliberate on mitigation measures for the El Nino rains.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
PHOTOS: President Ruto chairs special cabinet meeting to deliberate on El Nino measures
Businessman Imran Noorani launches new hotel business in Mombasa
Renowned Businessman Imran Noorani has unveiled a new hotel Business in the Mombasa Central Business District (CBD).
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Businessman Imran Noorani launches new hotel business in Mombasa
Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura defends government oil deal amid criticisms
Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura responds to critics of G-G oil deal; says fuel prices will reduce after state plan is implemented.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura defends government oil deal amid criticisms
Murkomen: New terminal at JKIA to be built in 3 years
New terminal to be constructed at JKIA within three years; Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen says state to initiate tender on Jan. 15, 2024.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Murkomen: New terminal at JKIA to be built in 3 years
Francis Atwoli appointed member of Social Health Authority
Timothy Olweny appointed chairperson of Social Health Authority effective today; COTU SG Francis Atwoli, Zakayo Gichuki and Jacinta Mutegi named members.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Francis Atwoli appointed member of Social Health Authority
ICT CS Eliud Owalo signs MOU with Germany's Digital minister
ICT and Digital Economy CS Eliud Owalo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Germany's Minister for Digital and Transport.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
ICT CS Eliud Owalo signs MOU with Germany's Digital minister
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja responds to hawker harrassment incident
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja says he will engage the Foreign Affairs ministry on the influx of illegal hawkers as he responds to an incident involving Burundian hawkers and County Officers.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja responds to hawker harrassment  incident
Two suspects who attacked Siaya police officers gunned down, firearm recovered
Police recover two rifles, 44 rounds of ammo stolen by unidentified attackers in Siaya who shot a police officer escorting KCSE exams; one suspect killed, another on the run.
By Winfrey Owino 3 months ago
Two suspects who attacked Siaya police officers gunned down, firearm recovered
EACC recovers public land valued at Sh10bn from grabbers in Mombasa
EACC has exposed a land-grabbing scandal in Mombasa County, where public property worth over Sh10 billion has been illegally acquired by private entities.
By Winfrey Owino, Francis Odee 3 months ago
EACC recovers public land valued at Sh10bn from grabbers in Mombasa
74 public servants suspended for alleged misconduct
Head of Public Service Felix Kosgey suspends 6 state agencies CEOs, 67 police officers and KeRRA accountant for alleged misconduct, pending EACC investigations.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
74 public servants suspended for alleged misconduct
Maraga-led taskforce recommends 40pc pay rise for police during final report handover
National taskforce recommends a 40 per cent pay rise for police, prisons and NYS officers in its final report handed over to the president at State House on Thursday evening.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Maraga-led taskforce recommends 40pc pay rise for police during final report handover
CS Murkomen forms expert committee to assess state of Kenyan airports
Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen forms an expert committee to probe the state of JKIA, Wilson and Moi airports; the team to issue a report in 28 days.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
CS Murkomen forms expert committee to assess state of Kenyan airports
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Unease in Times Tower as KRA staff protest poor pay and hiked rent
KRA, which has perennially missed tax targets, has been under pressure to seal revenue leaks. Workers protest over substandard working conditions and poor pay.
By Brian Ngugi and Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Unease in Times Tower as KRA staff protest poor pay and hiked rent
Rai Group of companies plants 1,500 seedlings in support of state tree planting program
Rai Group of Companies has expressed its support for the government's tree-planting program across the country.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Rai Group of companies plants 1,500 seedlings in support of state tree planting program
Ruto, Gachagua lead national tree planting exercise in Makueni
President Wiliam Ruto, First Lady Rachel Ruto, DP Rigathi Gachagua, and Pastor Dorcas Rigathi have led the country in a national tree-planting exercise.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Ruto, Gachagua lead national tree planting exercise in Makueni
JKIA will have a power backup in 30 days; airports authority says
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has responded to critics of Saturday night power outage in several parts of the country that affected operations at JKIA in Nairobi.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
JKIA will have a power backup in 30 days; airports authority says
LIST: IG Koome gives 19 terror suspects, including foreigners a week to defend themselves
The Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome has listed 19 individuals, including six holders of foreign passports as suspected terrorists.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
LIST: IG Koome gives 19 terror suspects, including foreigners a week to defend themselves
What primary school heads will discuss during annual conference
Primary school heads are attending their annual conference in Mombasa, at a time when the association is celebrating 20 years of existence.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
What primary school heads will discuss during annual conference
2023 KCSE begins countrywide as heavy rains affect access to centres
Nearly a million Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidates across the country have begun writing their national exams this morning.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
2023 KCSE begins countrywide as heavy rains affect access to centres
Ruai OCS arrested by EACC officers for allegedly demanding bribes from detainees
The Officer Commanding Ruai Police Station (OCS) has been arrested by officers from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on bribery allegations.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Ruai OCS arrested by EACC officers for allegedly demanding bribes from detainees
Legendary musician Ally B dies after short illness
Legendary coast-based musician Ally B, known for hits such as 'Maria' and 'Bembea', is dead.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Legendary musician Ally B dies after short illness
Kenya Railways hikes Madaraka Express fares over high fuel prices
Kenya Railways increases Madaraka Express passenger and commuter trains fare effective January 1, 2024, due to high fuel prices; Nairobi to Mombasa to cost Sh1,500.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Kenya Railways hikes Madaraka Express fares over high fuel prices
King Charles III, Queen Camilla tour parts of Nairobi on day one of Kenyan trip
UK government to donate Sh800m to Kenya aimed at boosting quality education, support presidential taskforce on reforms, Foreign Secretary James Cleverly says.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
King Charles III, Queen Camilla tour parts of Nairobi on day one of Kenyan trip
PICTURES: President Ruto receives King Charles III at State House Nairobi
President William Ruto receives King Charles III and Queen Camilla at State House, Nairobi; their majesties are in Kenya on a 4-day State visit.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
PICTURES: President Ruto receives King Charles III at State House Nairobi
Nasra: How I became East Africa's pioneer Somali woman in Media
Nasra Hussein Omar is one of the longest-serving Somali women in Media who doubles up as a player in projects that help improve the livelihood of Somali women.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Nasra: How I became East Africa's pioneer Somali woman in Media
President Ruto oversees exam distribution as final KCPE starts
President William Ruto oversees exam distribution as the final Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) starts Monday morning.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
President Ruto oversees exam distribution as final KCPE starts
Human rights body seeks apology for victims of British injustices ahead of King Charles III visit
Kenya Human Rights Commission demands a public apology and compensation of victims of British historical injustices ahead of King Charles III's visit.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Human rights body seeks apology for victims of British injustices ahead of King Charles III visit
Education CS says Ministry to probe death of five KCPE candidates
Five KCPE candidates from Arap Moi Primary School, Uasin Gishu drowned and a Grade Six pupil was hospitalised; Education CS Ezekiel Machogu says authorities investigating the incident.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Education CS says Ministry to probe death of five KCPE candidates
President Ruto downplays critics of his foreign trips, reveals more traveling plans
President William Ruto downplays criticism of his foreign trips, says he is the 'chief agent' and country's ambassador of development.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
President Ruto downplays critics of his foreign trips, reveals more traveling plans
Kenya Power records Sh3.2 bn net loss in latest audit report
Kenya Power records a Sh3.19 billion net loss for the year ending June 2023, compared to a Sh3.2 billion net profit the previous year.
By Winfrey Owino 4 months ago
Kenya Power records Sh3.2 bn net loss in latest audit report
It's high time we went the lottery way in allocating public sector jobs
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