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Applicants for GSO Cadets and General Duty Recruits must be aged between 18 and 26 years, Specialist Officers and Tradesmen/Women should not be older than 30, while Chaplains and Imams must be below 39 years.

According to the county water department, the tool is designed to simplify and centralise water data, enhancing planning, monitoring, and decision-making processes essential for sustainable water service delivery.

The DRC Health Ministry reports 32 suspected Ebola cases, including 20 confirmed infections and 16 deaths, with a new case 70 kilometres from Bulape raising concerns of wider transmission.

According to the University Statistics 2024/2025 Report by the Commission for University Education (CUE), a total of 14,879 international students are enrolled across Kenyan universities.

Mbadi said the arrangements fall outside the budget financing framework and therefore cannot be classified as public debt.

The county said the revelation came after more than 500 people complained of not receiving salaries despite serving in various health facilities.

TSC has revealed that Junior Secondary Schools are operating at only 50 per cent of their required staffing levels, leaving millions of learners underserved.

CBK said the surge is linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in global supply chains.

The Pentecostal Voice of Kenya Association warned that, despite a promising start, ordinary citizens have been left to shoulder high taxes and mounting debt, eroding public trust in the government.

At a time when Kenya’s police service faces deep public mistrust, fuelled by cases of brutality and lack of accountability, Ojuok’s book offers a counter-narrative — one of resilience, empowerment, and transformation. It is a story of courage and determination prevailing against adversity.

In the NMEC's Stone Conservation Lab, they tackle statues weighing over 120 kilogrammes, employing an overhead winch to lift and reassemble colossal fragments.

As the country marks Sickle Cell Awareness Month, patients and doctors are united in their call that awareness is no longer enough. Lower drug costs, better screening, and informed choices are the steps that could finally break the cycle and save lives.

The loss ended Police Bullets’ unbeaten run in the qualifiers and sent JKT Queens into the final, where they will face Rwanda’s Rayons, who earlier edged Kampala Queens, for a chance at a CAF Women’s Champions League ticket.

The maximum retail prices for super petrol, diesel and kerosene have dropped by Sh0.79, Sh0.11 and Sh0.80 per litre, respectively.

Garissa Branch Coordinator, Daud Ahmed, said the team had serviced their boat engine and refreshed their rescue skills to ensure effective emergency response.

The study points to the need to pay more attention to boys during the literacy sessions and to girls in the numeracy sessions during the implementation of the intervention programmes.

Over the past 15 years, Angolans have grown accustomed to delays and postponements of what was once hailed as a building block for a more democratic country. Back in 2010, the ruling MPLA had prominently recommitted to the election of local governments – the autarquias – in the country’s constitution.

President Lazarus Chakwera is seeking a second term in an election being closely watched internationally, particularly after the annulment of the 2019 vote over widespread irregularities.

A small bistro table for two or four changes everything: it lets you host friends, enjoy dates, or savour a quiet breakfast with music playing. A dining table makes meals feel different—more intentional.

According to an army official who spoke to AFP on condition of anonymity, the strikes targeted the headquarters of the Sudanese army’s 18th Division in White Nile state, along with nearby fuel depots on the western bank of the Nile.

Thunder wrapped up the series in style with an emphatic 80-43 win in Game Three at the Nyayo Gymnasium on Saturday night, stretching their unbeaten run to 82 games since last season.

With proper diagnosis and treatment, Dr Ogle says, most people with epilepsy can live normal, healthy lives. But it starts with education — including knowing how to respond to a seizure.

In the raid, officers also recovered 14 mobile phones believed to have been stolen, allegedly found in the possession of a suspect identified as Ahmed Ali.

Gathungu expressed alarm over the continued failure by both national and county governments to act on her office’s recommendations, warning that it undermines transparency and service delivery.

The latest ranking places Kenya alongside The Gambia, though it remains the strongest passport in East Africa, ahead of Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda.

This is part of an ongoing initiative by the Mombasa County government to address long-standing land disputes and secure tenure for thousands of families.

The locals voiced frustration over harassment, arbitrary arrests and inadequate legal documentation, which they say are eroding their livelihoods.

The petition, signed by over 8,000 people by Sunday, at 10:00 am, urges the public to support a reversal to the previous system where the Community Forest Association (CFA) directly collected gate charges and used them to fund forest management.

KEPHIS Chairman Joseph M’Eruaki maintained that the charges are part of its constitutional duty and warned that removing them would compromise national efforts to safeguard agriculture and trade from invasive pests and diseases.

The IMO, a United Nations specialised agency, is responsible for the safety and security of shipping, the prevention of marine and atmospheric pollution from ships, and supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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

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

In the women’s 1500m, Kenya showcased its depth and strength. World and Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon cruised through her heat in 4:02.55 to advance with ease.

Addressing his supporters, Ali promised to unite Garissa County under a banner of progressive leadership and inclusive governance.

Cancer is an emotionally charged and high-stakes diagnosis. Loss-framed misinformation spreads quickly and can influence decisions that can put people at risk. Even when presented with correct medical information, the emotional weight of loss-informed cancer misinformation can override rational thought.

The report also flags political instability and limited resources as barriers to effective policy implementation. These factors often undermine even well-designed initiatives, slowing their impact on development outcomes.

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

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 deliberate on education and Kenya’s future.

Mwinyi also vowed to enhance green economy efforts through irrigation farming and spice cultivation, while continuing to expand health and education services.

On July 28, Sudan’s ruling council accused Kenya of undermining its sovereignty after the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced the creation of a parallel administration.

The Kwa Binzaro tragedy, much like Shakahola before it, has left families shattered, parents mourning children, and children left without parents. For relatives waiting for DNA results, the search for truth is now a painful journey of closure.

Faith Kipyegon stopped the clock at 3:48.68, trimming 0.36 seconds off her own record of 3:49.04 set in Paris on July 7, 2024.

The President described the occasion as historic, saying it was the first time teachers were being hosted in such a setting at State House.

The team of Brian Tinega, Mercy Adongo, Allan Kipyego, and world 800m champion Mary Moraa lit up Heat 2 with a blistering 3:10.73, finishing second behind Belgium and momentarily securing a place in the final.

In 2013, the share of women in high-skill employment was already higher than that of men, at 21.2 per cent, compared to men’s 17.5 per cent.

As Kenya prepares to roll out front-of-pack labelling within the next year, stories like Esther Apondi’s remind us that behind every statistic is a family, a struggle, and a chance to do better.

On Friday, former Supreme Court Chief Justice Sushila Karki took the oath as the interim prime minister, becoming the first woman to head the South Asian country.

Whether it is a chilly morning or a mid-afternoon slump, this comforting drink offers the perfect pick-me-up.

Gor Mahia were beaten 2-0 by Simba SC in a high-profile Simba Day fixture on Thursday, while Bandari’s loss capped Yanga’s 90th anniversary party in style.

At the core of the bill is a 'digital curfew' that would block access to apps like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am for users aged 15 to 18.

The curtain raiser to the 2025/26 season was originally slated for Sunday at Dandora Stadium, but Police FC declined to honour the fixture, citing safety concerns and the risk of injuries ahead of their crucial CAF Champions League assignment next week.

The five-year Sh7.1 billion initiative was designed to fill financing gaps in the MSME sector, gaps that widened during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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