Author: Maureen Kinyanjui

Over 400 civil servants fired for using fake academic certificates Jan 18, 2025

The PSC's Annual Compliance Report for the Financial Year 2023-2024 revealed that these 449 workers made up 52.3 per cent of all employees identified...

No region will be left behind, Kindiki promises on nationwide development projects Jan 18, 2025

He dismissed claims that his meetings were politically motivated, stressing that such platforms should be used for the advancement of development and...

MPs to retreat in Naivasha for midterm reflection and planning Jan 18, 2025

The retreat will provide an opportunity for MPs to reflect on their achievements and plan for the legislative agenda in the upcoming fourth session of...

Governor Nyong'o slams delays in baby Pendo murder case, threatens ICC intervention Jan 18, 2025

Governor Nyong'o described the ongoing delays in the case as a "blatant violation of human rights."

Met Department issues 5-day weather advisory for moderate rainfall Jan 18, 2025

In the five-day forecast released on Friday, the department listed several regions, including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and the Highlands East area, a...

High-profile appointees who have turned down state roles offered by Ruto Jan 18, 2025

On Saturday, Timothy Bosire, the ODM National Treasurer, rejected his appointment as the non-executive chairperson of the National Transport and Safet...

JSC revokes 16 judicial vacancies for Court of Appeal, High Court judges Jan 18, 2025

A Gazette Notice published in the Kenya Gazette on January 15, 2025, revealed that 11 vacancies for the Court of Appeal and five vacancies for the Hig...

Ruto's new cabinet secretaries take charge as they make fresh appointments Jan 18, 2025

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, just a day after being sworn into office, made a series of appointments in a bid to streamline operations...

President Ruto makes new appointments to key state agencies Jan 18, 2025

Ruto appointed ODM Party Treasurer Timothy Bosire as the non-executive chairperson of the Board of Directors of the National Transport and Safety Auth...

State to release Sh48.8 billion for school capitation next week - Mbadi Jan 18, 2025

According to CS Mbadi, the disbursement had been delayed due to the country's ongoing debt challenges.

Early morning fire destroys property worth millions at Moi’s bridge, Uasin Gishu Jan 18, 2025

The inferno caused by a suspected gas explosion engulfed several businesses and shops in the market area, sennding residents into panic as fire engine...

Moi University Council gets new leadership as state moves to resolve crisis Jan 18, 2025

Prof. Midamba, who had previously served as Vice-Chancellor at KCA University for over a decade, will serve a three-year term as Chairperson.

Governors reject national government's claims on bursaries, cite constitution Jan 17, 2025

The Controller of Budget had suggested that counties were undertaking a national government function by providing bursaries.

Ruto appoints Aisha Jumwa as Roads Board chair, Omanga heads to Kenya Shipyard Jan 17, 2025

The move is seen as fulfilling a promise made by President Ruto in July 2024, shortly after Jumwa was excluded from his reconstituted Cabinet.

NSSF set to launch mobile enrollment system to enhance social security access Jan 17, 2025

A key component is a new mobile-based enrollment system that will allow individuals in remote and underserved areas to easily register and contribute...

Uhuru to Gen Zs: Fight for your rights, we're behind you Jan 17, 2025

Urging the youth to take action, Uhuru said that everything worth having in the world is worth fighting for.

UDA and ANC merge to form United Democratic Alliance Party Jan 17, 2025

Issa Timami will serve as the Deputy Party Leader, while Kelvin Lunani will take up the position of Vice Chairman. Omboko Milemba will become the Depu...

New vehicle sales fall in Kenya amid high taxes, interest rates Jan 17, 2025

According to data from the Kenya Motor Industry Association (KMIA), the country's 11 major car dealers sold a total of 11,352 units, including exports...

US Secretary of State Blinken regrets failure to end Sudan conflict Jan 17, 2025

He highlighted efforts to secure humanitarian assistance but admitted they had fallen short of ending the violence.

CBK raises Sh48.5 billion in oversubscribed bond sale as interest rates fall Jan 17, 2025

The auction, which closed on Wednesday, included two long-term bonds, the 15-year bond, first issued in 2018, and the 25-year bond that debuted in 202...

Report exposes mismanagement of Nairobi's health fund, other county resources Jan 17, 2025

According to the report, the county government has failed to develop clear rules for how the fund should be used, leading to unaccounted spending.

Treasury slashes e-procurement funding by 82% despite Ruto's directive Jan 17, 2025

This timeline stands in stark contrast to President Ruto's directive issued late last year, which called for the full automation of government procure...

State agencies still pay 17,000 ghost workers, PSC report shows Jan 17, 2025

Kenya Railways is one of the worst offenders, with 1,261 ghost workers listed on the payroll despite only 2,026 out of 3,287 listed employees actually...

State proposes Sh68 billion budget increase to tackle education crisis Jan 17, 2025

The new budget proposal includes a Sh26.3 billion increase for the State Department for Higher Education and Research, with Sh22 billion earmarked for...

Galana-Kulalu project secures Sh12.5 billion investment to boost Kenya's food security Jan 17, 2025

The National Treasury has confirmed that the project is among three major Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiatives set to mobilise a total of Sh64...

What President Ruto expects from his newly appointed cabinet secretaries Jan 17, 2025

Speaking at State House, Nairobi, the President expressed his confidence in their leadership and experience, urging them to serve with integrity and f...

Bursary funding row: Intergovernmental team offers to resolve conflict between national, county governments Jan 17, 2025

According to a circular issued by the Controller of Budget, county governments' mandate only extends to pre-primary education, village polytechnics, a...

Ruto’s Cabinet combined net worth hits Sh18 billion, who holds the most wealth? Jan 17, 2025

With a combined net worth of Sh18 billion, this group of Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) is among the richest in Kenya's history.

State requires Sh995bn to ensure nationwide access to water Jan 16, 2025

The Ministry's plan includes conducting comprehensive aquifer mapping to identify viable water sources, aiming to tackle the country's water scarcity...

Taxes account for 46 per cent of fuel prices as state increases levies to meet revenue targets Jan 16, 2025

Kenya's dependence on fuel taxes has deepened in recent years as the government seeks more revenue from this vital commodity.

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