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Defying courts set Uhuru Kenyatta on collision course with Judiciary

Dr Willy Mutunga avoided confrontation with Uhuru during his tenure as Chief Justice. Legal analysts said disobeying the courts interfered with Judiciary's independence.

By Paul Ogemba 7 hrs ago

Defying courts set Uhuru Kenyatta on collision course with Judiciary

The bitter war to recover Sh594m investment in deal gone sour

The bitter war to recover Sh594m investment in deal gone sour

By Patrick Alushula 2 days ago

Dress warmly but professionally for work

Dress warmly but professionally for work

By Peter Theuri 4 days ago

Dam scandal that jolted the Jubilee legacy

Dam scandal that jolted the Jubilee legacy

By Evans Kipkura 5 days ago

The making of Sh594m fraud: 'We thought we were buying an elephant'

STL’s audited accounts had shown Sh887.45 million in revenues and Sh194.84 million net profit for the financial year ended June 2018.

By Patrick Alushula 9 days ago

The making of Sh594m fraud: 'We thought we were buying an elephant'

President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more

President Kenyatta: I’ll not fight back any more

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more

1st ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves the port of Odesa

1st ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves the port of Odesa

By AP News 9 days ago

1st ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves the port of Odesa

First ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves the port of Odesa

A statement from the United Nations said the Razoni was carrying over 26,000 tons of corn.

By AP 10 days ago

First ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves the port of Odesa

Veteran politician among Uhuru's final days appointees

The politician is among founder members of the Democratic Party alongside former president, the late Mwai Kibaki.

By Ibrahim Oruko 11 days ago

Veteran politician among Uhuru's final days appointees

Ministry of ICT to launch software factory in Bomet

The software Industry is aimed to create employment for over 100 000 youth in Software engineering, spur the country's Industrialization agenda and enhance economic growth through ICT.

By ICT Authority 13 days ago

Ministry of ICT to launch software factory in Bomet

Quit lengthy talks, save biodiversity before time runs out

There is need to put in place a GBF that emphasizes expanding and effectively managing protected and conserved areas.

By Ken Mwathe 13 days ago

Quit lengthy talks, save biodiversity before time runs out

Tackle weak links in climate action

There are persuasive reasons to rethink the institutional framework on the climate change agenda.

By Patrick Muinde 13 days ago

Tackle weak links in climate action

Why 'miracle' is needed for Jaguar, Waruguru, Nyamu to be in next Parliament

It would require a “miracle” for Charles Kanyi, alias Jaguar, Catherine Waruguru, Karen Nyamu and Peris Tobiko to make it to the next Parliament.

By Brian Okoth 14 days ago

Why 'miracle' is needed for Jaguar, Waruguru, Nyamu to be in next Parliament

'New Cold War': Russia and West vie for influence in Africa

Russia’s top diplomat this week visited Egypt, Congo, Uganda and Ethiopia, pledging friendship and charging the U.S. and European countries with driving up food prices.

By AP News 14 days ago

'New Cold War': Russia and West vie for influence in Africa

Russia steps up strikes on Ukraine amid counterattacks

Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, also came under a barrage of shelling overnight, its mayor Ihor Terekhov said. The southern city of Mykolaiv was fired at as well.

By AP News 14 days ago

Russia steps up strikes on Ukraine amid counterattacks

Neymar to stand trial in Spain for Barcelona transfer

Brazil forward Neymar will stand trial in Spain a month before the World Cup for alleged irregularities involving his transfer to Barcelona in 2013.

By Associated Press 14 days ago

Neymar to stand trial in Spain for Barcelona transfer

Police reservists in Kerio Valley were withdrawn to punish me, Ruto says

A false narrative was rolled out that all these police reservists were actually a militia that [Ruto] would use at some point and they were all withdrawn.

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

Police reservists in Kerio Valley were withdrawn to punish me, Ruto says

The Bandit Warlords of Zamfara

Over the last decade Zamfara state has been engulfed by violence. Gangs of young men ride into villages on motorbikes, armed with Kalashnikovs and machetes, to burn, rape, steal, and kill.

By Daniel adamson, BBC Africa eye 15 days ago

The Bandit Warlords of Zamfara

Falklands War link to killer Nithi bridge

The Falklands War cost cuts forced contractors to shorten the Thuci-Nkubu road which is why it passed through the Nithi River, hence the killer bridge.

By Wainaina Ndung’u 16 days ago

Falklands War link to killer Nithi bridge

Solid graft plan sure way for Raila, Ruto to win over undecided voters

Both candidates must candidly speak about past corruption during next week’s presidential debate.But they must also ensure their supporters get out the vote if they are to be assured of victory.

By Special Correspondent 18 days ago

Solid graft plan sure way for Raila, Ruto to win over undecided voters

Raila Odinga: I'll revive Kimwarer and Arror Dams

Addressing rallies in West Pokot county, Raila also promised to construct the Sh9 billion Muruny-Siyoi dam for the benefit of the region.

By Irissheel Shanzu 20 days ago

Raila Odinga: I'll revive Kimwarer and Arror Dams

Eric Latiff, Yvonne Okwara to moderate Raila-Ruto debate

KTN’s Eric Latiff, Citizen’s Yvonne Okwara to moderate Ruto, Raila debate on Jul. 26; KTN’s Ken Mijungu, NTV’s Smriti Vidyarthi to moderate Mwaure, Wajackoyah.

By Betty Njeru 21 days ago

Eric Latiff, Yvonne Okwara to moderate Raila-Ruto debate

Kenya now a battleground in China-American 5G war

Kenya is emerging as a battleground for Beijing’s and Washington’s race to dominate not just the 5G deployment but also the next industrial leap that will see the victor wield more influence.

By Frankline Sunday 23 days ago

Kenya now a battleground in China-American 5G war

UK gets ready for travel disruptions as temps may hit 40 degree Celsius

Britain usually has moderate summer temperatures. Across the U.K., average July temperatures range from a daily high of 21 C (70 F) to a low of 12 C (53 F).

By AP 24 days ago

UK gets ready for travel disruptions as temps may hit 40 degree Celsius

Youth have the expertise and influence to accelerate climate action

The youth are the best placed to drive climate action in developing and least developed countries where slow penetration of key information has slowed down action.

By Lynet Otieno 26 days ago

Youth have the expertise and influence to accelerate climate action

Vladamir Putin vs the world

Vladamir Putin vs the world

By Gado 26 days ago

Vladamir Putin vs the world

Kenyans to face Girma and Bakkali in 3,000m steeplechase

It will be a do-or-die battle in men’s 3,000m steeplechase heats at the 18th World Athletics Championships that start at Hayward Field

By Jonathan Komen 27 days ago

Kenyans to face Girma and Bakkali in 3,000m steeplechase

Eldoret bishop calls for an end to UhuRuto wars

Eldoret Dominic Kimengich has called on politicians not to divide Kenyans even as the country heads into next month's elections.

By Peter Ochieng 28 days ago

Eldoret bishop calls for an end to UhuRuto wars

US accuses Russia of forcibly deporting Ukrainians

Blinken said an estimated 900,000 to 1.6 million Ukrainian citizens, including 260,000 children, have been interrogated, detained, and deported from their homes to Russia

By VOA 28 days ago

US accuses Russia of forcibly deporting Ukrainians

How graft, greed tainted Uhuru Kenyatta's lofty plans for health

As he leaves office, the problems his father pledged to end 60 years ago are still here. Unfortunately, his grand plans only opened up key areas of service delivery to bigger corruption.

By Daniel Wesangula 30 days ago

How graft, greed tainted Uhuru Kenyatta's lofty plans for health

I don't hate Ruto, Raila tells South Rift residents

The Azimio candidate says they are just political competitors and not enemies. He promises to include the people of Rift Valley in his government if elected president.

By Gilbert Kimutai 30 days ago

I don't hate Ruto, Raila tells South Rift residents

Time for Africa to act decisively to stem climate change threats

The transition is different for each country and these specificities must guide discussions, policy decisions and programmes.

By Monica Juma 30 days ago

Time for Africa to act decisively to stem climate change threats

Death and devastation as Russian rockets hit Ukraine apartment block

At least 15 people were killed and two dozen more are feared trapped after Russian Uragan rockets hit a five-storey apartment block in Ukraine's Donetsk region.

By Reuters 1 month ago

Death and devastation as Russian rockets hit Ukraine apartment block

Uhuru Kenyatta and Chapter 6: The highs and lows in his graft war

Transparency International says the level of corruption was high in President Kenyatta’s first term. LSK president Eric Theuri said President Kenyatta could have done more to fight corruption.

By Paul Ogemba 1 month ago

Uhuru Kenyatta and Chapter 6: The highs and lows in his graft war

Why Russia's war in Ukraine could reshape the world order

The West’s intelligence community got it right, predicting that Russia would invade Ukraine. What of Russia’s intentions? What is Russia after?

By XN Iraki 1 month ago

Why Russia's war in Ukraine could reshape the world order

Police, suspect killed in Kahawa West shoot out

The incident happened as the police were pursuing a suspected burglar in the area.

By David Njaaga 1 month ago

Police, suspect killed in Kahawa West shoot out

Summer school to provide Africa with a pool of climate activists

Summer School brings together young and vibrant activists, practitioners and champions of climate change to share their ideas and experiences on the effects of global warming.

By Lynet Awuor Otieno 1 month ago

Summer school to provide Africa with a pool of climate activists

We must understand Climate Finance if we are to increase investments in the subsector

The most reliable and sustainable sources of finance for climate action are internal: public, private or community resources.

By Patrick Muinde 1 month ago

We must understand Climate Finance if we are to increase investments in the subsector

Let's free Mother Earth of pollutants for a better future

To invest in our planet calls for any environmental activity that mitigates further excesses.

By Ratemo W Michieka 1 month ago

Let's free Mother Earth of pollutants for a better future

Ukraine withdraws from battered Lysychansk city; Russia claims major victory

Ukraine on Sunday said the tactical withdrawal would save the lives of its soldiers who would regroup, to launch a counter offensive with the help of long-range Western weapons.

By Reuters 1 month ago

Ukraine withdraws from battered Lysychansk city; Russia claims major victory

Inside Fai Amario's disputed estate

Inside the inheritance battle for Fai Amario’s disputed Sh750.6 million estate.

By Daniel Chege 1 month ago

Inside Fai Amario's disputed estate

Travel light: How to stop over packing

Many travellers have often found themselves in such dilemma. Travelling light, and with an appropriate wardrobe is possible. Here are some tips to help you stop overpacking.

By Jayne Rose Gacheri 1 month ago

Travel light: How to stop over packing

Ten-point agenda or the Plan won't help if graft rules

To deal with corruption in all facets, we must go back to a small segment of the failed BBI process; National Ethos. We must redefine our national character by inculcating a culture of honesty.

By Mike Nyagwoka 1 month ago

Ten-point agenda or the Plan won't help if graft rules

Tottenham Hotspur sign Richarlison from Everton

Tottenham Hotspur have signed Brazilian forward Richarlison from Everton on a deal until 2027, the north London club said on Friday

By Reuters 1 month ago

Tottenham Hotspur sign Richarlison from Everton

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