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Okumu Modachi

Open liquor stores, bar owners demand as vetting deadline for licenses lapses

Bar owners across the country have demanded immediate reopening of their businesses following the lapse of vetting deadline of operating licenses and permits.

By Okumu Modachi 28 days ago

Open liquor stores, bar owners demand as vetting deadline for licenses lapses

State to acquire two passport printers to clear backlog

State to acquire two passport printers to clear backlog

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

JKUAT student dies by suicide in school's hostel

JKUAT student dies by suicide in school's hostel

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Private guards to be part of national security structure

Private guards to be part of national security structure

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Echesa to remain in custody amid extortion ring probe

Echesa's lawyers accused Governor Fernandes Barasa of having a hand in his woes. They argued their client's health had deteriorated and he needed urgent medical attention.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Echesa to remain in custody amid extortion ring probe

Ruto says people seeking bribes out to derail key projects

President William Ruto has once again hit out at detractors, accusing them of blackmailing state officials over the implementation of government policies.

By Brian Otieno and Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Ruto says people seeking bribes out to derail key projects

State to construct 6000km of roads in the next five years

The government has announced plans to construct 6000km of roads in the next five years across the country.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

State to construct 6000km of roads in the next five years

Region-specific climate policies more impactful, Ministry told

According to lawmakers, policies that target the particular needs of a specific region will be appropriate as every region is distinct in their climate change mitigation priorities.

By Okumu Modachi and Harrison Ngola 1 month ago

Region-specific climate policies more impactful, Ministry told

Protect the rights of online workers, lobby groups tell government

Lobby groups have raised concerns over what they described as a failure by the government to protect the rights of Kenyans working on digital platforms.

By Okumu Modachi and Pkemoi Ng'enoh 1 month ago

Protect the rights of online workers, lobby groups tell government

Stop killing independent media, Ruto's administration is warned

Editors Guild President says Kenya Kwanza's retrogressive policies will deny Kenyans the right of access to information.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Stop killing independent media, Ruto's administration is warned

Mudavadi warns against duplication of roles

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has called for effective coordination among national government ministries, departments and agencies in the regions.

By James Wanzala and Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Mudavadi warns against duplication of roles

Government revokes all liquor licences in tough measures to control sale, taking of brews

In radical directives, all licences and certification permits for second generation alcohol distillers and manufacturers have been revoked.

By Okumu Modachi and Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Government revokes all liquor licences in tough measures to control sale, taking of brews

How taxpayers lost Sh29 million through loopholes in NHIF system

Three members of staff irregularly amended member details occasioning a loss of Sh29,958,642.00 to the Fund.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

How taxpayers lost Sh29 million through loopholes in NHIF system

Young people urged to join plastic pollution eradication initiatives

Rebecca Pow said that it is through the involvement of the youth that the global vision to end the plastic pollution crisis by 2040 can be achieved.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Young people urged to join plastic pollution eradication initiatives

Water agency puts on notice non-compliant water companies

Water companies operating without licenses have been put on notice and urged to renew their permits.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Water agency puts on notice non-compliant water companies

Brace for heavy rainfalls until June, weatherman warns

Kenyans have been urged to brace themselves for heavy rainfall that is expected to continue in most parts of the country until June, this year.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Brace for heavy rainfalls until June, weatherman warns

Kenya School of Government seeks to boost capacity building for civil servants

The Kenya School of Government (KSG) has unveiled a new capacity-building training curriculum to improve performance among public servants.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Kenya School of Government seeks to boost capacity building for civil servants

Government to establish livestock processing zone in Isiolo

The country's livestock sector is set to receive a boost as the government targets to establish a livestock processing zone in Isiolo County.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Government to establish livestock processing zone in Isiolo

Government let us down and promised 'hot air', victims say

Affected residents want to forget the incident but the scars are permanent reminders. They say the government has not helped them recover from the tragedy.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Government let us down and promised 'hot air', victims say

Jubilee says Azimio intact despite Raila's decision to contest AU's top job

Jeremiah Kioni said the opposition party will not be shaken by Raila's decision to contest as AU chair.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Jubilee says Azimio intact despite Raila's decision to contest AU's top job

Seven days ultimatum for families trapped in Saudi

"I have been to the Ministry offices since November 2022 to no avail. We are just being taken in circles, we are exhausted," said Fredrick Murema, the uncle to Nyambeki.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Seven days ultimatum for families trapped in Saudi

Eight more admitted in ICU as blast victims speak

At least three people were confirmed dead by authorities, while 280 others were left nursing serious burn injuries.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Eight more admitted in ICU as blast victims speak

State to use Sh700m on new toll stations

Established under Roads Act 2007, Kenha is tasked with the management of national trunk roads across the country.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

State to use Sh700m on new toll stations

Government to double export, industrial parks by 2027- Ministry

Government says this will be realised through construction of more county industrial parks, Economic Processing Zones (EPZ), and enhancing foreign direct investments.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Government to double export, industrial parks by 2027- Ministry

Kenya prepares to host global Industrial Parks Conference

Preparations are underway to host this year's International Association of Industrial Parks (IASP) conference in Kenya.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Kenya prepares to host global Industrial Parks Conference

State nets Sh155m from visa free rollout, PS says

The country has earned Sh155 million in the last one week from foreign travelers coming into the country under the newly introduced Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

State nets Sh155m from visa free rollout, PS says

Pangani, Alliance, Sunshine among top city performers

Pangani Girls High School recorded a mean score of 9.9 to emerge among top performing schools in the country.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Pangani, Alliance, Sunshine among top city performers

Students post better scores in Mathematics for the first time

Mathematics has for the first time recorded improved performance, Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machiogu has said.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Students post better scores in Mathematics for the first time

Couple's agony as house help goes missing with baby

On December 23, 2023, the family of Kennedy Simiyu, 51, was in shock after their 6-month-old baby and the house help vanished.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Couple's agony as house help goes missing with baby

Don't blame Murkomen in JKIA power trouble - DP

Gachagua said Murkomen is diligently working to streamline services in the transport sector.

By Okumu Modachi 4 months ago

Don't blame Murkomen in JKIA power trouble - DP

Murkomen orders crackdown on private vehicles operating as PSVs

Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the National Transport and Safety Authority to crack down on private vehicles operating as PSVs.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Murkomen orders crackdown on private vehicles operating as PSVs

Mumias Sugar resumes on December 1

Mumias Sugar Company has announced it will resume operations next week after a four-month shutdown occasioned by lack of mature cane.

By Robert Amalemba and Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Mumias Sugar resumes on December 1

Mumias to start crushing cane in December after Governor Barasa, MPs meet President

Hope for sugarcane farmers as Mumias Sugar Company sets to start in December after President William Ruto promised to form team to consider Sh39 billion debts write off.

By Robert Amalemba and Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Mumias to start crushing cane in December after Governor Barasa, MPs meet President

Form One selection starts Monday, Machogu says

Speaking during the release of the 2023 KCPE results at Mitihani House in Nairobi, Education CS Ezekiel Machogu announced that the Form One placement will begin on November 27.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Form One selection starts Monday, Machogu says

Linturi unveils grain driers for farmers to boost food security

The government has procured 200 grain driers to help farmers manage their harvests and reduce post-harvest losses, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi announced on Tuesday.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Linturi unveils grain driers for farmers to boost food security

Chiefs urged to partner with health workers

National Government Administration Officers (Ngaos) and health sector actors have been urged to collaborate in addressing disease outbreaks.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Chiefs urged to partner with health workers

Partner with health workers to fight disease outbreaks, PS Omollo urges chiefs

Interior Principal Secretary, Raymond Omollo said access to public health services is part of the NGAO mandate.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Partner with health workers to fight disease outbreaks, PS Omollo urges chiefs

Guards send 'thank you' note to Ruto over salary raise

KPSWU Secretary General Isaac Andabwa expressed gratitude to the Kenya Kwanza government, saying the move will go a long way in elevating the livelihoods of security workers.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Guards send 'thank you' note to Ruto over salary raise

Raila vows to fight down new ID charges, other enhanced levies

Opposition chief says the government should not impose punitive fees on its citizens, and refuses to comment on the high cost of living, saying he would not want to disrupt bipartisan talks.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Raila vows to fight down new ID charges, other enhanced levies

KRA, KPA, KEBS asked to join e-citizen platform by Dec. 15

KRA, KEBS, KPA among 17 State agencies given 30 days to join e-Citizen paybill, Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau says; agencies asked to comply by Dec 15.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

KRA, KPA, KEBS asked to join e-citizen platform by Dec. 15

Raila: Kenyans worse off than 14 months ago when Ruto took over

Former premier says he warned against Ruto's Hustlers vs Dynasties narrative adding there is a devastating loss of trust in the economy, financial markets and government.

By Brian Otieno and Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Raila: Kenyans worse off than 14 months ago when Ruto took over

Murkomen announces measures that seek to boost airport services

This as it emerged KRA officials do not have a system that categorises items at the airport. The officials determine the value of items through interviews.

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Murkomen announces measures that seek to boost airport services

Leaders in N. Eastern, Nyandarua call for aid as floods wreak havoc

During a presser at United Democratic Movement (UDM) offices in Nairobi, Mandera County leaders asked the State to declare the situation a national disaster.

By Okumu Modachi and Antony Gitonga 5 months ago

Leaders in N. Eastern, Nyandarua call for aid as floods wreak havoc

Be vigilant, responsible and attend to your kids, parents urged

"I urge you parents to create more time with your children...do not delegate. Support and assist them without delegating your responsibilities to the house managers."

By Okumu Modachi 5 months ago

Be vigilant, responsible and attend to your kids, parents urged

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