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Water firms seek cheaper electricity tariffs amid rising operating costs
Water companies have urged the government to stop charging them commercial electricity tariffs, saying the high cost of power is driving up the cost of providing essential water services to Kenyans.
By Nikko Tanui
2026-08-11 17:53:36
The officials have until September 16 to ensure the Sh83.86 million debt, including interest and costs, is settled to avoid facing the court over the alleged disobedience.
By Daniel Chege
2026-08-11 13:49:06
Youth in West Pokot County have called for involvement in economic initiatives, governance, and decision-making.
By Irissheel Shanzu
2026-08-10 17:31:00
Organisers say the event also promotes teamwork, diversity, employee wellness and innovation while fostering stronger partnerships across the sector.
By Juliet Omelo
2026-08-08 00:00:00
Trans Nzoia County is grappling with an increase in sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) made worse by its location along the Kenya-Uganda border.
By Stephen Rutto
2026-08-07 06:00:00
The board argued that the transfer amounted to demotion, jeopardized ongoing development projects, and was politically motivated and procedurally irregular.
By Daniel Chege
2026-08-06 14:41:18
The board will also oversee the promotion of county employees serving in acting capacities and the recruitment of more than 200 teachers to boost service delivery in the education sector.
By George Sayagie
2026-08-06 14:00:28
Residents of Kajiado, Machakos and Makueni counties could soon receive reliable water after the government announced plans to rehabilitate the ageing Nolturesh Water Pipeline.
By David Njaaga
2026-08-06 13:15:00
For many years, Kerio Valley in the North Rift region has been known for rampant cases of insecurity, which have led to the loss of many lives.
By Wycliff Kipsang
2026-08-05 14:00:00
Police in Uasin Gishu County have intensified their search for a cleaner at a private hospital who is accused of defiling a minor patient.
By Wycliff Kipsang
2026-08-05 13:33:15
Annual fish landings in the lake have dropped from 3,400 metric tonnes in 2019 to about 1,050 metric tonnes last year, largely due to overfishing and illegal fishing activities.
By Antony Gitonga
2026-08-05 13:16:30
The government has launched public participation on a plan to divert excess Lake Baringo water for irrigation, targeting 100,000 jobs while preventing Lakes Baringo and Bogoria from merging.
By David Njaaga
2026-08-04 19:19:30
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