Author: Lucy Mumbi

Nairobi County dumps garbage at Kenya Power offices after power cut over unpaid bills Feb 24, 2025

Reports indicate that the two parties differed over a power bill exceeding Sh3 billion owed by the Nairobi County Government.

Chebukati battled brain cancer, underwent 2 surgeries before fatal cardiac arrest, family reveals Feb 24, 2025

Nyongesa dismissed rumours that had circulated on social media alleging that Chebukati had been clinically dead before his passing.

MSF suspends humanitarian operations at Sudan’s Zazam camp as conflict escalates Feb 24, 2025

MSF teams said they have documented reports of homes being set on fire, looting, sexual violence, killings and beatings.

Kindiki slams Gachagua for linking Ruto to CJ Koome's ouster plot Feb 24, 2025

Since his impeachment in October 2024, Gachagua has consistently taken on President Ruto’s administration, accusing it of poor governance and betrayal...

Revealed: State to use biometrics, family tree for ID vetting in North Eastern Feb 24, 2025

Murkomen said the family tree verification will trace an applicant’s lineage to confirm their Kenyan citizenship. The second measure involves equippin...

Ex-DRC President Kabila: Tshisekedi violated political pact, he is to blame for current crisis Feb 24, 2025

According to Kabila, the unrest could not solely be blamed on the advances of the M23 armed movement or tensions between Kinshasa and Kigali. Instead,...

New Bill seeks to freeze government spending, hiring before elections Feb 24, 2025

If passed, the law will also halt payments exceeding Sh50 million, tightening financial controls to prevent last-minute spending by outgoing administr...

M23 rebels reaffirm ceasefire, urge DRC government to honour peace agreements Feb 24, 2025

The rebel group also expressed gratitude to regional leaders and international partners for their continuous efforts in facilitating a political resol...

How Foreign Affairs budget increased to fund Raila’s failed AU bid- Treasury Feb 24, 2025

The funds have been directed toward general administration, planning, support services, and foreign relations and diplomacy, including the costs incur...

Nairobi’s electricity debt surges to Sh3 billion, sparking concern Feb 24, 2025

Despite multiple directives to prioritise settling electricity bills, counties have continued to default, hampering Kenya Power’s efforts to recover i...

Over 300,000 varsity students to be affected as Helb, scholarships budget cut by Sh37bn Feb 24, 2025

Inyangala warned that students and their families, particularly those from middle- and low-income backgrounds, would bear a greater financial burden.

Contaminated water crisis fuels deadly cholera outbreak in Sudan as cases surpass 1,400 Feb 23, 2025

Health officials have linked the crisis to contaminated drinking water, following a Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attack that disrupted the city’s main w...

Aladwa: Edwin Sifuna risks removal from ODM for opposing Raila-Ruto alliance Feb 23, 2025

Aladwa alleged that Sifuna is being used by Rigathi Gachagua to undermine ODM’s position and discredit the broad-based government.

AU under fire as Sudanese factions reject Addis Ababa peace talks Feb 23, 2025

Factions allied with the Sudanese army have dismissed the talks, arguing that they lacked inclusivity and fairness.

Court of Appeal upholds SRC decision to deny MPs extra sitting allowances Feb 23, 2025

Lawyer Peter Wanyama, representing SRC, emphasised the importance of ensuring that public officer salaries remain fiscally sustainable.

State to acquire Telposta Pension Scheme properties in Sh10 billion deal Feb 23, 2025

The government’s acquisition is expected to provide the scheme with the much-needed financial flexibility to continue supporting its pensioners.

Shaped by his East African roots, new FBI director Kash Patel promises integrity and fairness Feb 23, 2025

Like thousands of other Asians in the region, Patel's family was forced to flee Uganda when Amin ordered the expulsion of Asians.

Hospitals directed not to turn away emergency cases after SHA cover suspension Feb 23, 2025

RUPHA said new admissions under SHA or Medical Administrators Kenya Limited will only proceed if the cover provider guarantees upfront payment.

Kenya to revise visa, travel authorisation rules for Mombasa Port arrivals Feb 23, 2025

Ruto said the changes would facilitate a hassle-free experience for tourists and other visitors arriving via the port.

Only 40% of Kenya's secondary schools have computer labs - report Feb 23, 2025

During extended school closures, WhatsApp emerged as the most widely used platform for remote learning.

Uganda's military chief Muhoozi threatens to kill Bobi Wine amid escalating political tensions Feb 23, 2025

Bobi Wine took to his X account to allege that unidentified armed men in civilian clothing had been patrolling his residence, heightening fears for hi...

SRC to evaluate feasibility of 35% wage bill rule for public bodies Feb 23, 2025

The figure stood at 43.54 per cent in the financial year ending June 2023.

Pension crisis: Universities, state agencies among top defaulters holding Sh57 billion Feb 23, 2025

Public institutions are responsible for Sh54.4 billion of the unremitted funds, while Sh2.4 billion is owed by private sector entities.

Govt making billions in domestic debt payments off-system, Controller of Budget warns Feb 23, 2025

Some requisitions submitted for her approval lack specifics and are presented in lump sums, making it impossible to establish a clear breakdown of the...

Sh43.4 billion budget shortfall threatens Kenya's free education programme Feb 21, 2025

More than 982,197 secondary school students under the Free Secondary Education (FSE) programme face uncertainty due to a Sh21.85 billion funding gap,...

Kenya’s economy projected to grow by 5 per cent in 2025, easing cost of living pressures Feb 21, 2025

The Treasury’s projection of 5.3 per cent growth in 2025 is slightly lower than the CBK’s December 2024 forecast of 5.5 per cent.

MPs call for dissolution of UoN Council over governance crisis Feb 20, 2025

The lawmakers accused the council's chairman, Prof Amukoa Anangwe, of interfering with the institution’s management.

Madagascar becomes Africa’s first producer of luxury fish egg delicacy costing up to Sh2.59 million Feb 20, 2025

Caviar is not only a luxury delicacy but also a symbol of cultural prestige, with prices reaching up to $27,000 (Sh3.49 million) for just a teaspoon

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