Author: Rachael Mutabasi

Kenya seeks re-election to International Maritime Organisation Council Sep 13, 2025

The IMO, a United Nations specialised agency, is responsible for the safety and security of shipping, the prevention of marine and atmospheric polluti...

At least 193 dead in two separate boat accidents in Congo River Sep 13, 2025

Civil society groups in the region say the actual death toll may be higher and have blamed government negligence for the tragedies.

It was not an easy race- Chebet says after winning gold medal in women's 10,000 metres in Tokyo Sep 13, 2025

She also reflected on the upcoming 5,000m race, noting that she hopes to maintain her health and energy and aims to perform well.

African Union welcomes resolution deepening UN–AU cooperation on peace, development Sep 13, 2025

The resolution also commits $50 million(about Sh6.46 billion) annually in UN-assessed contributions for the Peacebuilding Fund starting January 2025,...

Ruto reserves 20 per cent of affordable housing units for teachers Sep 13, 2025

The President also defended his decision to host teachers at the State House, stressing that the event was not a political gathering but a forum to de...

Kenya’s Ambassador to DRC ordered to repay Sh1.8 Million over irregular KMTC appointment Sep 13, 2025

Ambassador Peter Tum has been given 30 days to remit the full amount to KMTC or provide evidence of payment or an approved repayment plan.

Human rights activists, lawyers condemn surge in violence, want insecurity declared national disaster Sep 13, 2025

Human rights defenders have emphasised that the combined threats to lawyers, activists, politicians, and ordinary citizens make it imperative for the...

Kenya poised for record maize harvest of 70 million bags in 2025- Kagwe Sep 12, 2025

Speaking during the opening of the 2025 A.S.K. Central Kenya National Show at Kabiruini Showgrounds in Nyeri, Kagwe attributed the bumper harvest to t...

Shimba Hills gets 10-year conservation blueprint to safeguard ecosystem Sep 12, 2025

The plan introduces zoning measures to protect fragile areas, addresses threats such as illegal logging, forest fires, and human-wildlife conflict, an...

Uganda Law Society condemns killing of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu, says East Africa’s rule of law under siege Sep 12, 2025

In a statement released on Thursday, ULS President Isaac K. Ssemakadde said Mbobu’s death was “not merely a loss to the legal fraternity but a grievou...

Burkina Faso scraps visa fees for Africans Sep 12, 2025

The decision aligns Burkina Faso with other African countries such as Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya, which have eased travel restrictions for visitors from...

Murkomen orders crackdown on rogue boda boda operators Sep 12, 2025

Murkomen warned that some boda boda operators were being misused for political purposes, with criminal elements infiltrating the sector to harass, bea...

Social Health Authority board appoints four new directors Sep 12, 2025

The SHA Board also expressed profound gratitude to staff for their unwavering dedication and support to the interim senior management team during the...

Parliamentary committee sends away Prisons boss for failing to table key documents Sep 11, 2025

The session, chaired by Nyeri Town MP Duncan Mathenge, grew tense as MPs expressed frustration that this was Arunduh’s second appearance without the r...

Fraudulent hospitals back online: RUPHA exposes shocking SHA system failure Sep 11, 2025

Recently, the SHA suspended 45 health facilities across multiple counties, declaring that they would not be entitled to any benefits under the Social...

Enkutatash: Inside Ethiopia’s timeless coffee ceremony Sep 11, 2025

During Enkutatash, it becomes a spiritual moment, helping families mark the year’s end, resolve tensions, and set intentions for the months to come.

WFP: Sub-Saharan Africa leads global growth in school feeding programmes Sep 10, 2025

The region recorded the most significant global increase, with school meal coverage growing by more than 30 per cent—from 66 million in 2022 to 87 mil...

MCK, IEBC sign MoU to strengthen media oversight ahead of 2027 General Election Sep 10, 2025

The agreement outlines a collaborative approach to support journalist training, streamline accreditation, and improve access to reliable electoral inf...

Small political parties petition MPs over ‘unfair’ funding formula Sep 10, 2025

The coalition wants the National Assembly to urgently amend Section 25 to guarantee that all registered and compliant parties benefit from the Politic...

Global recognition as DPP Renson Ingonga elected to IAP executive committee in Singapore Sep 09, 2025

Ingonga previously served as President of the Africa Association of Prosecutors (APA) after his election in July 2024 at the association’s 17th Annual...

KAM demands regulatory reforms to boost Kenya’s manufacturing competitiveness Sep 09, 2025

KAM Chief Executive Tobias Alando noted that the private sector is the country’s second-largest employer of wages, after the government, underscoring...

IPOA launches probe into fatal shooting of two boda boda riders by DCI officer in Thika Sep 09, 2025

On Monday, Gitonga was arraigned at the Kiambu Law Courts, where IPOA sought a 21-day custodial order to complete its investigation.

Government spends Sh1.1 billion annually to maintain e-Citizen - PS Belio Kipsang Sep 09, 2025

PS Belio Kipsang defended the selection, emphasising that the firms were chosen through a proper procurement process and had the expertise needed to m...

African Union Day 2025: AU calls for renewed commitment to 'Agenda 2063' Sep 09, 2025

According to the Continental Report on the Implementation of Agenda 2063, progress has been made in several areas, notably the signing of the African...

The cultural story behind Muslim men’s headwear and its global fashion influence Sep 07, 2025

In Muslim communities worldwide, men’s headwear such as the kufi, taqiyah, and ghutra reflects this blend of tradition and style.

Villagers are digging by hand to rescue victims of Sudan landslide -Save the Children Sep 07, 2025

The landslide, caused by torrential rains on Sunday, August 31, 2025, cut off road access, delaying the arrival of emergency workers. It was only on T...

Kenya borrowing Sh3.4 billion every day- MP Ndindi Nyoro Sep 06, 2025

Nyoro said the rapid borrowing, three times what was borrowed during President Mwai Kibaki’s entire 10-year tenure, risks destabilising the economy an...

Tourism Regulatory Authority revokes licenses of four tour operators in crackdown Sep 06, 2025

The suspended operators have been ordered to cease operations immediately, and their licenses will remain revoked until they demonstrate full complian...

Union demands full implementation of Ruto’s directive on UHC staff absorption Sep 06, 2025

In a statement, KEHPHPU praised President Ruto for taking decisive action to regularise the employment of UHC staff, who have worked under temporary c...

Mombasa commuter rail to ease congestion, serve 4,000 passengers daily- Chirchir Sep 06, 2025

Transport CS Davis Chirchir undertook an inspection tour of the upcoming facility, reaffirming the government’s commitment to improving public transpo...

Kenya scraps taxes on packaging materials to boost tea exports Sep 06, 2025

The CS added that the policy will not only improve the market appeal of Kenyan tea but also channel greater profits back to producers and the business...

One year on, parents of Hillside Endarasha fire victims still demand justice Sep 05, 2025

As the first anniversary of the tragedy passes, families continue to demand transparency, accountability, and answers from both the government and the...

Hospitals warn of collapse as Sh76 billion in health claims remain unpaid Sep 05, 2025

The association described SHA’s financing model as unsustainable, noting that the authority collects about Sh5.4 billion monthly but generates claims...

3,000 schools get capitation funds as Ministry continues with verification exercise Sep 05, 2025

According to the ministry, schools that have completed verification have already received payments, while the rest are expected to be funded by next w...

Murkomen insists no foreign troops are operating in Mandera, says Al-shabaab remains only threat Sep 05, 2025

Murkomen dismissed reports that Jubaland forces had allegedly crossed into Mandera, urging politicians not to exploit security matters for political g...

African Bar Association honours Supreme Court for 2022 election rulings Sep 05, 2025

The Supreme Court said the honour reflected both the resilience of the Kenyan people and the dedication of judicial officers and staff to safeguarding...

Police arrest 214 individuals linked to spate of criminal activities in Nairobi CBD Sep 05, 2025

The arrests come as tension mounts in the CBD, with residents and social media users sharing alarming accounts of muggings, drugging, and robberies.

DPP orders arrest of Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo and seven others over alleged kidnapping, robbery with violence Sep 05, 2025

The case arises from an incident in which former Isiolo County Chief Officer of Health, Abdirahaman Mohamed, and 15 MCAs supporting the Governor Guyo’...

Supreme Court rules IEBC secretariat cannot undertake core electoral duties Sep 05, 2025

In its ruling, the Court noted that the Secretariat, while managing day-to-day operations, cannot undertake substantive duties such as boundary delimi...

Over 5,300 land parcels set for allocation in Mandera Sep 05, 2025

Baraqwo leads the allocation with 1,471 parcels, while Heleshid follows with 1,155, and smaller allocations include 52 parcels under the EPP in Block...

Babu Owino says Kenya Moja’s 70 MPs ready to challenge government in Parliament Sep 05, 2025

Owino described Kenya Moja as a platform where like-minded MPs can exercise oversight over the government.

MP Babu Owino demands Sh23 million minimum compensation for families of protest victims Sep 04, 2025

The MP argued that compensation should take into account the potential lifetime earnings of the victims, most of whom were in their 20s.

Friends of Karura Forest, KFS in bitter row over alleged funds mismanagement Sep 04, 2025

The rebuttal follows remarks by Kenya Forest Service Chief Conservator of Forests, Alex Lemarkoko, who claimed that an audit had uncovered irregularit...

Why we tarmacked a road inside Karura Forest- KFS Sep 02, 2025

Meanwhile, Friends of Karura Forest (FKF) Association has vowed to sue KFS, saying its move to take over all entry and service fee collections at Karu...

Maraga questions transparency of eCitizen as KFS orders Karura Forest payments be made via platform Aug 31, 2025

Maraga emphasised that decisions affecting public resources like Karura Forest must involve citizens to ensure transparency, proper governance, and pr...

Family pleads for answers two months after Wajir Huduma Centre manager went missing Aug 30, 2025

Hussein, remembered by colleagues as a man of integrity, humility, and commitment to public service, was last seen in June. Since then, there has been...

KFS clarifies Karura payments shift will not affect forest management amid uproar Aug 30, 2025

According to KFS, the new system introduces digital payment options via phone and card, with an average wait time of about one minute. Lemarkoko said...

Rights groups demand KNCHR to take charge of compensation plan for protest victims Aug 30, 2025

The group noted that the panel that was created through a Presidential Proclamation on August 6, 2025, and a gazette notice published on August 25, 20...

KWS translocates rhinos from Lewa, Meru parks to Loisaba Conservancy Aug 30, 2025

The rhinos were translocated from Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and Meru National Park, two critical strongholds under KWS oversight, during a 10-day oper...

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai survives impeachment for second time as Senate rules threshold not met Aug 29, 2025

In the vote by delegation, 16 Senators supported impeachment while 26 opposed, allowing the governor to retain his position.

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