Author: Lucy Mumbi

Teachers scramble for promotions as TSC receives 189,000 applications for 25,288 vacancies Jan 22, 2025

Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers is preparing to resume negotiations with TSC to ensure the promotions are implemented this year.

Newly appointed PSC commissioners face court battle over appointment legality Jan 22, 2025

High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye directed that the commissioners, Attorney-General Dorcas Oduor and Parliament be served with the court documents.

NCIC proposes stricter regulations for peace-building activities in bid to curb hate speech Jan 21, 2025

The commission argues that this intervention is necessary to prevent peace-building activities from turning into political meetings or fostering ethni...

City Hall approves removal of illegal signage in Nairobi CBD Jan 21, 2025

Sakaja emphasised the importance of adhering to city laws to ensure the city remains orderly and attractive.

Currency change leaves Ethiopia’s GDP halved, debt burden heavier Jan 21, 2025

The rise was attributed to the exchange rate adjustment and new loans amounting to $1.6 billion, secured from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) an...

Two suspects killed, 30 stolen cattle recovered in Isiolo operation Jan 21, 2025

The incident took place in the Leparua area of Burat Ward, where the stolen animals were located after a coordinated response from security teams.

Cabinet approves bills to streamline project funding, boost traders' access to credit Jan 21, 2025

The bill, which amends the Public Finance Management Act, 2025, requires state agencies to open project-specific bank accounts for funds allocated to...

Cabinet steps in to restructure Rivatex after mounting financial woes Jan 21, 2025

The cabinet now seeks to revive Rivatex East Africa by implementing a restructuring plan and onboarding non-equity strategic partners.

Lamu, Mandera lead counties where tenants don’t pay rent - report Jan 21, 2025

The report reveals that more than 600,000 households are living rent-free, with the consent of their landlords. Specifically, 638,761 households natio...

Pastoralists to move freely across borders as Cabinet approves IGAD protocol Jan 21, 2025

The decision marks a significant step towards enhancing the freedom of pastoralists to move across the region in search of grazing lands and water for...

Cabinet approves dual training policy to transform TVET education Jan 21, 2025

The initiative seeks to bridge the skills gap in the labour market by integrating classroom instruction with hands-on industry experience.

High Court orders state to release phones seized from 23 anti-abduction protesters Jan 21, 2025

Milimani Principal Magistrate Rose Ndombi released the 23 on Sh50,000 bond with surety or a cash bail of Sh1,000 each.

Kenya eases travel rules for African visitors, except Somalia and Libya Jan 21, 2025

The Cabinet indicated that the initiative aims to promote regional integration and ease travel across Africa. It emphasised that the changes to the e...

42 State Corporations merged, 9 dissolved in sweeping reforms aimed at cutting costs Jan 21, 2025

The Cabinet indicated that the reforms are driven by the need to address operational inefficiencies, reduce redundancy, and improve service delivery.

MPs want future ambassadors to speak the language of their host country Jan 21, 2025

They stated that effective communication is essential for envoys to effectively champion Kenya’s political and economic interests.

Police IG Douglas Kanja says he will appear in court at the right time to answer summons Jan 21, 2025

Kanja said he would appear in court at the appropriate time, emphasising that he is a law-abiding citizen with no intention of defying court orders.

Lack of direct flights blamed for Kenya’s dwindling tourist numbers Jan 20, 2025

Former Kenya Tourism Federation chairman Mohammed Hersi highlighted the issue, stressing the importance of direct flights for increasing visitor numbe...

Kenyan journalist Polly Irungu ends her tenure as official White House photographer Jan 20, 2025

Irungu joined the Vice-President’s team in 2022, tasked with documenting key moments of the Biden-Harris administration and Kamala Harris’s campaign.

You risk Sh2 million fine if found exploiting persons with disabilities- Bill Jan 20, 2025

The Bill also includes provisions for public transport. It mandates that owners of public service vehicles must make adjustments to their cars to acco...

Clinical officers accuse government of discrimination, unfulfilled promises as strike begins Jan 20, 2025

The clinical officers union says that despite staging over 100 strikes since the advent of devolution, most of their demands have not been met.

Gachagua condemns murder of Nakuru activist, terms it an attempt to infuse fear Jan 20, 2025

Otieno's death sparked fury among the locals, who staged protests in Elburgon, Nakuru County, on Sunday, January 19. The community, enraged by the mur...

Insurance firms providing cover for police officers face scrutiny over failure to settle claims Jan 20, 2025

The unpaid claims, which include group life benefits, group personal accident, and work injury benefits act claims, relate to police officers and thei...

Gachagua readies for showdown with Ruto as he announces planned launch of new political party Jan 20, 2025

He revealed that talks were underway with leaders such as Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya.

Treasury boosts Immigration Department’s budget to tackle delays in issuance of crucial documents Jan 20, 2025

The Treasury clarified that the new funding model is a one-off arrangement meant to meet specific needs.

State to introduce standardised rules for leasing public assets to boost revenue Jan 20, 2025

Kenya first adopted leasing as an alternative to outright asset acquisition, starting with vehicles to address resource gaps

Relief for Kenyan workers as KRA lowers fringe benefits tax to 13 per cent Jan 20, 2025

The adjustment reflects KRA’s efforts to align with CBK’s monetary policy and pass on the benefits of lower market interest rates to taxpayers.

Parents urged to vaccinate girls under 15 against HPV as part of cervical cancer prevention Jan 20, 2025

The Ministry of Health, through its community health promoters, has embarked on a campaign to raise awareness about the vaccine and its role in preven...

Nairobi buildings to undergo mandatory repainting to boost city’s image Jan 19, 2025

The governor revealed that an official directive would be issued in the coming week instructing building owners to comply.

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