Author: Lucy Mumbi

MPs push for faster completion of disability equipment factory to improve access to learning materials Oct 10, 2025

MPs expressed concern that KISE’s essential services were still concentrated in Nairobi, leaving many learners with disabilities in rural counties und...

Parliament petitioned to rescue declining STEM interest among Kenyan students Oct 09, 2025

The petition has called for urgent interventions to ensure practical, hands-on learning in AI, robotics, data science and cybersecurity is incorporate...

Government unlocks Sh1.5 billion to rescue Postal Corporation of Kenya amid salary crisis Oct 09, 2025

Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary, Stephen Isaboke, confirmed that the government had released part of the funds owed to Posta K...

Kenya among first to receive Ethiopian exports under historic AfCFTA launch Oct 09, 2025

The inaugural shipment, dispatched by Ethiopian Airlines Cargo from Bole International Airport, comprised meat, vegetables, fruits, coffee, and beans,...

National Assembly approves Privatisation Bill to overhaul state corporations Oct 09, 2025

The Privatisation Bill 2025, now awaiting presidential assent, provides a new legal framework to guide the sale, restructuring and management of State...

MPs slam road agencies over billions spent on poorly maintained roads Oct 09, 2025

MPs slammed KURA for weak oversight of contractors and called for stricter accountability measures to ensure roads are properly maintained.

University lecturers vow to stay away from classes until 2017–2021 CBA fully paid Oct 09, 2025

University unions have urged Parliament to compel Treasury and Education Ministry to release Sh7.9 billion in unpaid salary arrears, warning that lect...

Retirement Benefits Authority under fire over delayed pension payments to retired staff Oct 09, 2025

Committee Members criticised the RBA for failing to take action against the chief executives of state agencies that have neglected to pay retirement b...

Petition seeks probe into alleged collusion between counties and lawyers over irregular legal fees Oct 09, 2025

The move follows an audit finding that revealed rampant misuse of county funds, where several law firms received huge sums for legal work that was nev...

Kenya Air Force raises alarm over illegal encroachment near Moi Air Base, Eastleigh Oct 09, 2025

Embakasi Base Commandant Brigadier Kapkori told MPs the influx of unauthorised buildings threatens emergency operations, calling on authorities to int...

Court allows DCI to exhume bodies in Lake Nakuru Park in search for missing fisherman Brian Odhiambo Oct 09, 2025

The Nakuru Chief Magistrate’s Court authorised the DCI’s Homicide Unit to conduct an extensive search and exhumation operation within the park, follow...

Litein High School teachers demand transfer over safety fears, mistreatment Oct 09, 2025

The standoff adds to growing tensions in learning institutions across the country, where teacher welfare and security have increasingly come under scr...

World Bank urges Kenya to raise excise taxes to clear Sh526 billion pending bills Oct 09, 2025

The World Bank has recommended that Kenya raise excise taxes on select goods, including alcohol, tobacco and sugary drinks, to generate revenue for se...

Treasury PS Kiptoo summoned over audit queries after missing 16 parliamentary invitations Oct 08, 2025

The Committee said his repeated absences have hindered its oversight work on funds whose audit reports date as far back as the 2017/2018 financial yea...

Parliament moves to hold college principals accountable over audit failures Oct 08, 2025

MPs have initiated steps through the Parliamentary Directorate of Legal Services to propose targeted legislation aimed at curbing mismanagement and en...

MPs urge Education Ministry to recall students sent home over delayed capitation payments Oct 08, 2025

MPs said the continued absence of candidates from school threatens their readiness for upcoming national exams.

KUCCPS directs universities, colleges to submit courses for 2026 placements Oct 08, 2025

The Placement Service has also requested Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) to submit its approved programmes and capacities for publication in the...

MPs demand probe into KTDA over corruption, mismanagement and unfair tea bonuses Oct 08, 2025

The legislators said more than 700,000 farmers have been short-changed despite their hard work in producing world-class tea.

Sh156 billion in unclaimed assets at risk as UFAA lacks legal framework for shares Oct 08, 2025

The Performance Audit Report, covering six years of UFAA’s operations, noted that the lack of a framework for the surrender and management of non-cash...

Activist Boniface Mwangi decries state intimidation amid police assault charges Oct 08, 2025

Mwangi is charged with offensive conduct under Section 94(1) of the Penal Code after allegedly using abusive language toward a police officer at the M...

Education Ministry warns schools forcing pupils to report before 8 am face disciplinary action Oct 08, 2025

Ogamba admitted that some schools were breaching ministry rules by requiring pupils to report too early, reiterating that official learning hours are...

IEBC seeks UN backing to strengthen electoral systems ahead of 2027 polls Oct 08, 2025

The Commission stated that the collaboration aims to strengthen areas such as technology, voter education, electoral security, and youth participation...

US introduces Sh129 registration fee for Green Card lottery starting October 2025 Oct 08, 2025

According to the Department, the new fee is intended to more fairly distribute the cost of the programme.

Learning across public universities paralysed as striking lecturers vow to stay put Oct 08, 2025

KUSU Secretary General Charles Mukhwaya accused Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba of mishandling the negotiations and undermining a court ruli...

MPs pledge to raise cancer treatment cover to Sh1 million amid concerns over inadequate SHA funding Oct 08, 2025

The legislators admitted that the current allocation is inadequate given the high cost of cancer treatment in the country.

Mental health services now covered under SHA - CS Duale Oct 08, 2025

The initiative, implemented under the Taifa Care Model and the Social Health Authority (SHA), marks the first time mental health has been formally inc...

Kenyans warned against using tourist visas to seek jobs abroad Oct 08, 2025

The State is concerned by the increasing number of Kenyans travelling overseas on tourist visas in search of work, a practice that often leads to frus...

World Bank raises Sub-Saharan Africa growth forecast to 3.8 per cent for 2025 Oct 08, 2025

The World Bank cited falling inflation, stabilising currencies and renewed investment in major economies such as Ethiopia, Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire.

IEK blasts arrests, political interference and unfair removals of engineers from leadership roles Oct 07, 2025

IEK highlighted the case of former Central Rift Valley Water Agency CEO Samuel Oruma, who was reportedly removed from his position and sent on compuls...

Matatu owners petition Parliament over 'broken' PSV insurance system Oct 07, 2025

The petitioners highlighted the collapse of several PSV insurers over the past two decades citing widespread fraud.

Senators warn governors over failure to implement county fund mismanagement resolutions Oct 07, 2025

Speaker Kingi said several committee reports with actionable recommendations have gone unheeded for years, leaving financial irregularities unchecked.

NDMA funding shortfall delays Sh3.9 billion hunger safety net payments to 133,800 households Oct 07, 2025

Each household under the programme receives a monthly cash stipend of Sh2,700, helping families buy food and meet other basic needs during periods of...

MPs slam KETRACO over Coast power project delays despite billions in funding Oct 07, 2025

The MPs questioned why KETRACO’s reports indicated significant progress when there was little visible activity on the ground.

KUCCPS proposes mandatory national service for state-sponsored university students Oct 07, 2025

KUCCPS has also drafted a Bill seeking operational independence and the exclusive mandate to oversee placement for both government-sponsored and self-...

National Assembly passes Bill requiring cryptocurrency firms to obtain licenses Oct 07, 2025

The law mandates that only registered companies can offer virtual asset services and introduces measures to safeguard client funds.

No plans to relocate 2025 AFCON, CAF assures despite Morocco protests Oct 07, 2025

Motsepe made the remarks amid protests organised by the youth-led GenZ 212 collective, which has staged demonstrations in more than a dozen cities cal...

Government proposes new health authority to regulate facilities, protect patients Oct 07, 2025

The proposal is under the Quality Healthcare and Patient Safety Bill (No. 41 of 2025), which seeks to establish a comprehensive legal framework to pro...

Counties to receive direct funding for road maintenance after passage of new Bill Oct 07, 2025

Under the new law, each county must set up a dedicated department for road works, open a special account for funding and submit annual road programmes...

Kenya’s public debt hits Sh11.81 trillion as Treasury pledges prudent fiscal management Oct 07, 2025

Mbadi disclosed that in present value terms, the public debt amounts to 63.7 per cent of GDP, a level assessed as sustainable though accompanied by a...

CA orders telecom operators to adopt licensed digital certification services or face penalties Oct 07, 2025

In a notice issued Tuesday, the Communications Authority of Kenya said the directive seeks to enhance cybersecurity and protect sensitive data within...

Kenyan students to get National IDs and be registered as voters automatically at 18 under new Bill Oct 07, 2025

Further amendments have been proposed to synchronise the issuance of IDs with voter registration before students complete secondary school.

Kenyans to access cheaper loans as CBK cuts lending rate to 9.25 per cent Oct 07, 2025

The MPC said the decision aims to stimulate lending by banks to the private sector while ensuring that inflation expectations remain anchored and the...

MPs propose capping power purchase prices at Sh9/kWh to curb soaring bills Oct 06, 2025

The MPs said the pricing cap is part of a broader plan aimed at cushioning Kenyans from expensive electricity while paving the way for lifting a morat...

Lamu, Nyamira, Samburu record lowest voter registration numbers in ongoing IEBC Drive Oct 06, 2025

Counties across the country are showing varied participation, with Nairobi City leading with 1,597 new registrations.

Public invited to submit views on Energy Act amendments exempting counties from CS approval on wayleave charges Oct 06, 2025

The move aims to streamline the process for counties, reduce bureaucratic delays and enhance local revenue collection for infrastructure projects.

LSK’s Faith Odhiambo quits Ruto’s victims compensation panel over legal delays, court hurdles Oct 06, 2025

In a statement issued on Monday, Odhiambo said she had formally and immediately tendered her resignation to the Head of Public Service.

Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi re-elected as Council of Governors Chairperson, Mutahi Kahiga retains Vice Chair position Oct 06, 2025

In a reshuffle within the council’s executive, Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki was appointed as Whip, replacing Nandi Governor Stephen Sang.

Blizzard traps over 200 hikers on Mount Everest’s Tibetan slopes, rescue efforts underway Oct 06, 2025

According to Chinese state media, nearly 1,000 people were trapped, but around 350 hikers have already been evacuated to safety, while authorities say...

Uganda police deny holding missing Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo Oct 06, 2025

UNP Spokesperson ACP Rusoke Kituuma added that they had no information on whether Njagi and Oyoo have been reported as missing persons.

Schools warn national exams integrity at risk as delayed funds disrupt preparations Oct 06, 2025

School heads say the delays have crippled operations, leaving institutions unable to purchase essential materials and equipment needed for exam sessio...

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