Author: John Mbati

Woman linked to murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager dies Oct 31, 2024

Despite being rushed to a hospital in Yala, the woman succumbed to her injuries hours later.

CS Oparanya champions regional trade at EAC MSMEs fair in South Sudan Oct 30, 2024

Cooperatives CS Wycliffe Oparanya noted that this year's theme aligns closely with Kenya’s "Buy Kenya, Build Kenya" agenda.

Court declares nationwide lecturers’ strike illegal as negotiations fail Oct 30, 2024

The unions, which also include the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU), have accused the government of negligence in fulfilling its commitments made...

Suspect in murder of Wells Fargo HR arrested in Dandora Oct 29, 2024

The suspect, identified as Victor Ouma Okoth, was flushed out of his hideout in Nairobi's Dandora Phase IV last night.

Boniface Mwangi abducted by unknown people Oct 27, 2024

"Six uninformed people went to courage base and forcefully took my husband, Boniface Mwangi, from the house," the wife, Njeri Mwangi, stated.

Mozambique's electoral fraud fuels democratic decline as protests escalate Oct 22, 2024

Both domestic and international observer missions, including the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM), have flagged evidence of widesp...

Gachagua ouster: Petitioners demand fair hearing, say judges acted without CJ Koome order Oct 21, 2024

This turn of events, they claim, raises concerns about the integrity of the judicial process and the petitioners' ability to receive a fair hearing.

Relief as fuel prices drop by up to Sh8 Oct 14, 2024

Super petrol prices dropped by Sh8.18 per litre, while diesel prices were reduced by Sh3.54 per litre, and kerosene by 6.93 per litre.

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai survives impeachmeant Oct 14, 2024

34 senators voted in favour of Mutai's plea, 10, rejected it, and 0 abstained. 

Adani is a reputable company - Raila backs controversial JKIA lease deal Oct 13, 2024

"Time is already running out for the overhaul of the organisation and expansion of JKIA," he stated. 

Nairobi County dismisses reports on Uhuru Park closure Oct 13, 2024

"During these protests, property in the park was vandalised, including the caravan, aeroplanes, sculptures, and toilets," Njeri explained.

CS Oparanya urges Kenyan MSMEs to seize opportunities at EAC Trade Fair in Juba Oct 08, 2024

The annual EAC MSME Trade Fair rotates among East African Community partner states.

My role was to help fight Uhuru, bring Ruto to power - Gachagua laments Oct 07, 2024

"I am now seen as a spent cartridge," Gachagua lamented.

How public participation against my impeachment was biased - Gachagua Oct 07, 2024

"My response was not part of what was presented to the people of Kenya," Gachagua argued.

Ruto finally gives in to IMF demand to audit govt over corruption Oct 07, 2024

IMF had requested Kenya to allow it to conduct the audit before releasing new funding of Ksh77.5 billion.

Rwanda confirms three new Marburg cases Oct 06, 2024

On Sunday, the government began administering vaccine doses to contain the disease.

Former Machakos Town MP Victor Munyaka declines Ruto’s job over row with DP Gachagua Oct 06, 2024

Munyaka's decision comes amid escalating tensions between President Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who is facing impeachment.

Activist Bob Njagi recalls abduction, threats and survival in detention Sep 23, 2024

While in custody, Njagi was reportedly held at a secret detention centre under dire conditions.

Ruto warns of last-minute rush to implement UN SDG goals Sep 22, 2024

Without urgent changes, he added, the world would face a "sustainable development divide," leaving millions of people in chronic vulnerability.

High Court allows LSK, KHRC to challenge Adani's 30-year JKIA lease Sep 09, 2024

This ruling halts the implementation of the lease agreement, which has faced significant scrutiny and opposition from various stakeholders.

Fire breaks out at Njia Boys Secondary in Meru Sep 08, 2024

Police are yet to release a statement on the fire, which is now the third within three days, targeting schools.

Joho opposes lawsuit challenging his appointment as Mining CS Sep 03, 2024

The former Mombasa Governor was responding to a lawsuit filed by the organisation, Genesis for Human Rights, saying he was unsuitable to be a member o...

CS Joho proposes mineral exploitation as solution to Kenya's rising debt Aug 17, 2024

Joho suggested that, with the country's ample mineral resources, responsible exploitation could help address the Ksh10.5 trillion debt challenge, whic...

Veteran Nation journalist Margaretta wa Gacheru dies after a long illness Aug 09, 2024

Margaretta wa Gacheru, an art, culture, and lifestyle guru, wrote for the Nation Media Group since the early 1990s.

LIVE BLOG: Police, Nane Nane protesters engage in running battles Aug 08, 2024

The youth seek to push for the ouster of President William Ruto, whom they accuse of failing to heed their demands including better governance,, endin...

TSC deregisters 33 teachers after disciplinary hearing Aug 05, 2024

Consequently, a tutor whose name has been removed from the register shall cease to be a teacher immediately and shall not engage in the teaching servi...

Birr dips further after Ethiopia’s PM Abiy targets black markets Aug 02, 2024

“Will some people be hurt by inflation? Yes. But this isn’t about striking gold or birr; it’s about making tough choices with significant benefits,” P...

The IMF ‘kiss of death’ Extended Credit Facility for Ethiopia Jul 30, 2024

It remains to be seen how PM Abiy will navigate these reforms, especially in light of the developments in Kenya and Ghana where both countries are fac...

Ethiopia announces liberalisation of foreign exchange market in historic policy shift Jul 28, 2024

Ethiopia has been under pressure, including from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to move to a market-determined exchange rate to deal with an o...

Rwanda President Paul Kagame votes during presidential election Jul 15, 2024

Kagame did not address the reporters at his polling station. 

Live blog: Nationwide anti-govt protests enter third week Jul 02, 2024

The protests were planned despite President William Ruto conceding to pressure by the Gen Zs to withdraw the Finance Bill 2024 and outlining austerity...

Ruto assents to Appropriations Bill to cushion govt after rejecting Finance Bill, 2024 Jun 28, 2024

"Articles 221 and 222 of the Constitution require that the Appropriations Bill be assented to by June 30 every year to guarantee the continuity of gov...

Raila's Azimio coalition to discipline MPs who voted for Finance Bill 2024 Jun 21, 2024

Currently, the law provides that voters can initiate the process of recalling their MPs for poor performance after two years in office.

Saudi warns pilgrims to brace for above-average heat during Hajj Jun 05, 2024

Mecca and Medina will witness an increase in average temperatures of one and a half to two degrees above normal. 

Coast MPs urge CS Linturi to back amendment declaring muguka a narcotic Jun 04, 2024

Baya added that the leaders were heading to firm instructions from their constituents and driven by their conscience to protect the generations from b...

Lamu County’s diverse leadership proves voters are discerning and non-party-aligned Jun 04, 2024

Judging by the diversity of Lamu's political leadership, both in terms of ethnicity and political affiliations, Lamu voters appear to be one of the mo...

LPG gas tanker burst into flames at Fedha Estate in Nairobi Jun 03, 2024

Police cordoned off the area and redirected traffic by blocking the lane. 

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad explains genesis of Muguka row Jun 03, 2024

According to the governor, he first reached out to traders, pleaded with them to intervene, and highlighted that 30 per cent of individuals consuming...

EU grants Kenya duty-free and quota-free market access for all exports May 30, 2024

EU countries had already signed the deal in June of the same year despite the challenges posed by EAC nations.

Ruto urges military graduates to brace for AI, climate change and other diverse threats May 30, 2024

He emphasised that the world is moving away from a traditional understanding of security and threats as hostile armed parties that attack physically t...

African governments trapped in debts over climate change - Ruto May 29, 2024

Ruto highlighted that the frequency of extreme weather events continuously diminishes the resources available for public investment and the provision...

KCB wins top lender award in digital banking and corporate social responsibility May 27, 2024

The 2024 Think Business Banking Awards aimed to foster innovation, prudence and stability in the banking sector by recognising, awarding and celebrati...

Kenya Power announces scheduled token outage to allow systems upgrade May 27, 2024

Pre-paid customers have been advised to buy enough tokens before then to avoid any inconvenience.

High Court orders SRC to reinstate judges' Sh10 million car grant May 24, 2024

The Justices ordered SRC to reinstate the Sh10 million car allowance and directed the Treasury to continue paying judges the Sh10 million perk.

KeNHA, US company sign deal to build Sh471 billion Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway May 23, 2024

Reports indicate that the project is among several others set to be announced during President William Ruto’s State Visit to the US. 

Kenya needs Sh79 trillion to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 - DP Gachagua May 22, 2024

Gachagua, while officially opening the International Energy Agency (IEA) conference at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, added that Kenya is leading the wor...

Kamukunji, Mathare & other Nairobi areas warned to brace for rains May 17, 2024

KenyaMet expects the rains to pound between Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18.

Tragedy as five-storey building collapses in Uthiru May 07, 2024

All tenants have been accounted for except four people.

Kenya pushes for data governance as new technologies expose loopholes May 07, 2024

Despite facing unique challenges, Africa also has opportunities such as global interests and partnerships that can contribute to sustainable growth an...

KMPDU rejects reports of signing return-to-work deal with govt May 03, 2024

President William Ruto asked doctors to end their strike as the government sought to meet their demands.

Masinga Dam waters levels to remain at record high in May May 02, 2024

With the high volume of water at Masinga Dan, KenGen says it has accelerated power generation.

Correction: Deep gulley, not dam, caused the Mai-Mahiu tragedy Apr 30, 2024

“I was on top of the hill. It was devastating,” the old man, with a nearly worn-out cap, recalled as he held onto his walking stick.

Kenya among countries seeking data harmonisation to ease travel across Africa Apr 29, 2024

Some African countries, including Kenya, recently removed visa requirements to ease travel across the continent and Kassait believes data harmonisatio...

Lt General Kahariri to act as Chief of Defence Forces following Ogolla's death Apr 19, 2024

Tonje Rules dictate that the CDF role rotates among the Kenya Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Kenya on course to eliminate carbon emissions - report Apr 18, 2024

Rwanda and Tanzania were also said to be on course to achieve the same milestone as Kenya. 

Gov’t halts sale of Benylin cough syrup, warns public against purchase Apr 11, 2024

Patients who had consumed the product, were advised to immediately seek medical attention from a qualified healthcare professional.

Kenyans rate Ruto’s presidency as poor, say country headed in wrong direction  Apr 11, 2024

Among the tops reasons for the rating are the high cost of living, unemployment, poor governance and poverty.

Murkomen: Police and NTSA to intensify night patrols and random checks in push to save lives Apr 09, 2024

Police were ordered to apprehend and charge passengers found on board overloaded PSVs and commericals.

UN rights body adopts resolution holding Israel accountable for possible war crimes Apr 05, 2024

This is the first time the UN Human Rights Council is taking a position on the escalating war.

Ruto vows to personally cross-check budget to weed out corrupt state officials Mar 21, 2024

The President said corrupt officials were accustomed to inflating the budget to benefit themselves rather than the local citizens who were paying taxe...

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