Author: Maureen Kinyanjui

KNBS faces major hurdle in conducting repeat census after court ruling Feb 01, 2025

The 2019 census was the sixth such exercise since Kenya's independence and involved a complex process that took years of preparation.

IEBC admits boundary review unlikely before 2027 polls Feb 01, 2025

The constitution mandates that the review process should be concluded at least 12 months before a general election.

Human rights violations surge in DRC as M23 forces push toward Bukavu Feb 01, 2025

The United Nations Human Rights Council has also documented a disturbing rise in summary executions, with 12 people reported to have been killed by M2...

Cholera crisis deepens in South Sudan as cases surge past 24,000 Feb 01, 2025

The initial cases were traced to refugees fleeing the conflict in Sudan, but the situation has worsened as the disease spread rapidly across the count...

Inflation rises to 3.3% in January as consumer prices go up Feb 01, 2025

Core inflation, which excludes food, fuel, and transport, stood at 2.0 per cent in January, slightly lower than the 2.2 per cent recorded in December.

State rolls out airport charter to streamline passenger clearance Feb 01, 2025

All customs officers at the airport will wear body-worn cameras from July 1, 2025, to enhance transparency.

Kalonzo calls for independent Inquiry into abductions, extrajudicial killings Feb 01, 2025

The party leader insisted on the need for a fair and impartial investigation to address these concerns.

Karua's Narc Kenya rebrands to People's Liberation Party ahead of 2027 elections Feb 01, 2025

The name change is part of a broader strategy by Karua and PLP to resonate more with young voters, particularly the Gen Z demographic.

Moi University Vice Chancellor sent on 8-month leave as part of sweeping leadership changes Feb 01, 2025

The council has also sent two Deputy Vice Chancellors, Isaac Migeni and Henry Kiriamiti, on one-year leave as part of the sweeping leadership changes.

State to appeal court ruling blocking July KCSE exams Feb 01, 2025

CS Ogamba assured the public that the government is committed to addressing concerns raised by partners, ensuring fairness in the upcoming exams.

State sets February 28 deadline for learners' SHA registration Feb 01, 2025

Parents and guardians of school-going children are required to register them on the Social Health Authority through URL afyangu.go.ke or by dialling (...

At least 700 killed in DR Congo fighting - UN Feb 01, 2025

UN spokesman Stéphane Dujarric warned that the number of deaths was expected to rise further.

Search for next IEBC chairperson, commissioners kicks off Feb 01, 2025

The selection panel chair Nelson Makanda said for the next 85 days or less, they will ensure that they deliver on their mandate.

KECOBO warns against sharing pirated content on social media platform Jan 31, 2025

KECOBO Executive Director George Nyakweba on Friday announced that the agency had received multiple complaints from copyright holders regarding the un...

City Hall hires 60 lawyers to expands in-house legal team to curb costs Jan 31, 2025

Prior to this recruitment, the county had 24 in-house lawyers. With the new additions, the legal team now stands at 84, enabling the county to better...

Dr. Nelson Makanda picked as chairperson for IEBC Selection Panel Jan 31, 2025

The panel is tasked with selecting the next team of seven IEBC commissioners within 85 days.

MPs demand review of 2.75% SHIF deduction over poor services Jan 31, 2025

MPs have launched a fresh probe into the Sh104 billion SHIF system, amid reports that its claims processing system is still not fully operational.

Schools have until February 28 to register Grade 6 learners for KPSEA Jan 31, 2025

Schools are required to log into the KNEC Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) portal using their centre log-in credentials.

Court blocks Mokua's nomination to East African Court of Justice Jan 31, 2025

The court pointed out that the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) must be involved in assessing candidates for the regional court.

Brother exposes shocking inconsistencies in Justus Mutumwa’s death Jan 31, 2025

On Thursday, January 30, 2025, the body of Justus Mutumwa was found at the city mortuary, but the circumstances leading to its discovery have raised m...

CS Muturi to President Ruto: Bring an end to abductions, extra-judicial killings now Jan 31, 2025

Muturi said there was an urgent need for the government to focus on these grave matters, calling them “gruesome” and warning that if left unchecked, t...

Isiolo leaders push for fast-tracking of development projects Jan 31, 2025

Top of the agenda during the meeting was the completion of the Sh30.9 billion Crocodile Jaw Dam, a project considered critical to transforming the reg...

Weatherman warns of food, electricity price hikes due to varied rainfall distribution Jan 31, 2025

The Kenya Meteorological Department warned of possible food and electricity price increases due to varied rainfall distribution across the country.

Infectious diseases now leading cause of death in Kenya - report Jan 31, 2025

The 2023 Kenya Vital Statistics data reveals that communicable diseases accounted for 43.4 per cent of all deaths, a sharp rise from 32.8 per cent in...

Retirement age rule doesn't apply to PS positions, says PSC Jan 31, 2025

The recruitment process sparked debate after critics pointed out that some shortlisted individuals had surpassed the mandatory retirement age of 60, c...

State sets 12-month deadline for South B’s first Sh332 million market Jan 31, 2025

Once completed, the market will accommodate over 1,500 traders from South B Ward.

Value of seized smuggled, counterfeit goods hit Sh244 million in 2024 Jan 31, 2025

This marks an increase from Sh200 million in 2023, reflecting a stronger crackdown on illegal imports.

Two killed in light aircraft crash at Kedong Ranch, Naivasha Jan 31, 2025

The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) confirmed the crash, which involved a Cessna 185 aircraft, registration 5Y-BVL.

"Who is killing Kenyans?" LSK puts police on the spot over abductions Jan 31, 2025

Her remarks came after Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Mohammed Amin appeared in court and den...

PSC report exposes gender bias in Kenyan government agencies Jan 30, 2025

The law mandates that no more than two-thirds of workers in any government body should be of the same gender.

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