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Taxi drivers, hawkers and other traders have raised complaints about the poor road conditions and the impact on their daily activities.

The choice ultimately depends on individual comfort, lifestyle, and health considerations.

The MPs argue that the zoning has led to an unequal distribution of teachers, as many seek transfers to hardship-designated regions to benefit from allowances.

The move has ignited strong opposition from activists and locals, who argue that the process is neither transparent nor adequately structured to address long-standing environmental concerns.

The move was part of a dramatic trade policy overhaul he dubbed "Liberation Day," announced in a fiery address from the White House Rose Garden on Wednesday.

In July 2024 the junta presented a draft of a new constitution which may allow Doumbouya to participate in the next presidential election.

The statement further noted that the MoH has deployed two mobile laboratories as part of an intervention to enhance early detection and treatment of the disease.

The approval of the kitty follows the lender’s visit to Kenya’s Food4Education programme in March, an initiative intended to end classroom hunger by serving nearly half a million students daily in the country.

According to the prosecution, the suspects are accused of being part of a ring that created fake land documents by stealing government supplies used for printing official documents.

President Ruto, who was present, remained composed throughout and did not comment on the heckling in his brief remarks.

The 18-acre land surrounding the mosque had been fraudulently claimed by two individuals who illegally obtained title deeds and attempted to sell it.

Coast religious leaders insist that without proper regional representation, the process risks excluding key stakeholders, which could lead to further disputes over the administration of Waqf properties.

The World Economic Forum recommends that buildings be fitted with "base isolation" systems to separate the building from its foundations using springs or runners.

EACC CEO Ali Mohamud said the commission is also currently pursuing over 400 cases at various stages of trial for the forfeiture of corruptly acquired assets estimated at sh50 billion.

The RSF has claimed to have downed planes used by the army previously, including a transport plane that came down in northern Darfur in October.

Behind the diplomatic language lies a tense and rapidly deteriorating political crisis that risks dragging the region back into conflict.

Horo Guduru Wollega Zone, in addition to the ongoing conflict involving the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), has also seen clashes with Fano militias, resulting in civilian casualties and the destruction of property.

PS Sing’oei reassured exporters that the new tariffs would not take immediate effect due to Kenya’s existing trade agreements under AGOA, which allows duty-free access for African exports to the U.S. until September 2025.

She admitted to knowing the bag contained illegal substances and disclosed that she had been recruited by a woman named Millicent in Nairobi.

Their vetting will commence at 2 pm, starting with Geoffrey Ruku, the current Member of Parliament for Mbeere North, who has been nominated for the Public Service docket.

When Kaaria stood before the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission, he exuded neither remorse nor regret.

The decline in student numbers has led to reduced revenue, making it challenging for the institution to meet its financial obligations, including paying staff salaries.

According to CBK, this was made possible by strong investor interest in long-term government bonds and a well-supplied money market.

MPs have now called for honesty in government budgeting and policy formulation to prevent recurring financial crises in the education sector.

Airtel Kenya subscribers accounted for the highest call durations, speaking nearly twice as long as Safaricom users.

MPs said that granting counties a higher allocation would significantly impact the national government’s capacity to meet its financial obligations, particularly debt repayments.

Senators want the government to establish a long-term strategy to prevent further funding delays as schools face mounting arrears of Sh67 billion.

KPC had planned to construct the LPG storage facility at KPRL’s Changamwe site, a move that was expected to lower cooking gas prices by enabling large-scale imports.

Sudan froze its membership in January 2024, citing perceived bias, particularly from Kenya and Ethiopia.

The party rejected these claims, asserting that the process is being carried out in full accordance with the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, which was chaired by Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

Odiwuor, who had been Raila's close security detail for over three decades, had been undergoing treatment at the facility.

Murkomen stated that the appointment of Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs is guided by the Revised Scheme of Service for National Government Administrative Officers (October 2015), which explicitly sets the minimum qualifications.

The AU delegation's flight arrived at Juba's airport on Wednesday afternoon with a "Council of the Wise" which included former Burundian President Domitien Ndayizeye and former Kenyan judge Effie Owuor.

Muscle and joint stiffness are not the only issues that come with aging.

Nyakera’s revocation comes just days after he announced that he would not be attending President Ruto’s Mount Kenya tour.

The Nissan matatu rammed into a stalled sugarcane tractor that belonged to a local sugar factory.

The record marks the fifth consecutive month of rising inflation since October last year.

The virtual session followed a regional summit held last week and co-chaired by Ruto, who chairs the EAC, and Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa, the current SADC chairperson.

A security report at the time revealed that the attack could have been avoided and that some Kenyans, fearing for their safety, feared giving out information to the police, fearing that the information shared would leak.

The transfer of assets related to the defunct local authorities and those tied to devolved functions remains incomplete, leaving counties unable to fully take charge of key infrastructure.

The world of data work is built on labour arbitrage – exploiting the fact that workers earn less and have less protection in some countries than in others.

Relations between the two countries have been deteriorating steadily in 2025. In February, Rwanda suspended a five-year (2024-2029) €95 million (US$102.8 million) deal. This was one of the largest aid deals between the two countries.

Kenya is following the global trend with a sharp increase in electric vehicle and motorcycle adoption.

The questions arose following the prosecution of a surgeon and two clinic owners over the death of a patient following a cosmetic procedure has raised legal and ethical concerns over the criminal liability of medical professionals.

KUPPET called for a review of the promotion process to ensure fairness, advocating for a merit-based approach that considers staffing levels in different counties.

Kenya, which is struggling with a heavy debt load and the accompanying high debt service costs, caught investor attention last month when it ditched the final review of its programme with the International Monetary Fund, sending its dollar bonds lower.

Islamic scholars explain that Allah grants tenfold rewards for each good deed. Fasting for one month during Ramadan is said to equate to ten months of fasting, while the six days of Shawwal add another 60 days, completing the equivalent of a full year.

The Americans were among some 50 people, including US, British, Canadian, Belgian and Congolese citizens, who stood trial last year following the botched attempt to overthrow the government in May.

Muturi asserted that his outspokenness on forced disappearances and unlawful killings led to his dismissal. "If their goal was to silence me, then they’ve dialed the wrong number," he declared.

The list, accessible on the TSC website, includes 25,252 teachers who have been successful in their applications for promotions.

Mudavadi also acknowledged that the ongoing crises, including the South Sudan conflict, Al-Shabaab threats, and instability in Marsabit, have delayed the progress of the government’s Shirika Plan.

Mudavadi said the government would facilitate their repatriation and reintegration but emphasised that no compensation would be provided.

Besides the Power Purchase Agreements, Kenya charges four taxes in addition to a forex charge, fuel surcharge and consumption charge, further driving up the prices.

Not all fabrics benefit from fabric softener. Some become less absorbent, while others lose important protective coatings.

The weatherman also raised concerns about the potential increase in water and vector-borne diseases in areas receiving near-to-above-average rainfall.

Sh49.7 million was allocated to projects that have been delayed and Sh47.2 million spent on non-productive boreholes.

Kisii County was found to have the highest wage bill, at a staggering 60 per cent, followed by Mombasa at 57 per cent with Laikipia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nyeri, Murang’a, Homa Bay, and Nyamira, all having wage bills between 53 and 55 per cent.

The report further estimates that over 230,000 new IDPs will be displaced between April and June, with conflict and drought being the primary drivers.

Myanmar's military ruler Min Aung Hlaing said the death toll from Friday's 7.7 magnitude quake reached 2,719 as of Tuesday morning and was expected to surpass 3,000.

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu said the key projects, including the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) Paediatric Emergency and Burns Centre, the Kisii Cancer Centre and the East Africa Kidney Institute Centre of Excellence, are significantly behind schedule.

The airstrike conducted today by AFRICOM focused on ISIS members and leaders who were congregating in the Southeastern area of Bosasso, Puntland.

As conflict and uncertainty push many Western leaders to support the madness of nuclear weapons proliferation, African leaders are in a unique position to push back against this.

The fruit retains this water, stored in the cavity of the coconut. The accumulated water, with its rich nutrients, provides food to the developing endosperm (white flesh).

The decision to hold bi-weekly auctions followed discussions between NBE regulators and commercial bank executives on 31 March 2025 regarding foreign currency management reforms.

Inuka Kenya Ni Sisi!, a civil society organisation advocating for mental health awareness, has now condemned Murkomen’s remarks, demanding an apology.

President Donald Trump has pledged to deport foreign pro-Palestinian protesters and accused them of supporting Hamas, being antisemitic and posing foreign policy hurdles.

Throughout the commemoration period, various activities are held to honour the victims, with the recurring message being a commitment to peace and tolerance.

The top three winners will be required to transfer all intellectual property rights to FKF upon signing a declaration form.

Before his appointment, Abdoulkader served as Djibouti’s Ambassador to Kuwait.

According to the Ministry, SHA has already settled claims amounting to Sh24 billion, with an additional Sh2.1 billion paid under the primary health care fund.

As Ruto embarks on his tour, all eyes will be on how the region receives him and whether his visit will mend the growing political cracks within his support base.

The financial query comes at a time when the state department is grappling with myriad financial challenges in the higher education subsector.

The blaze reportedly broke out around 4 am, leaving traders in despair as their livelihoods were consumed by the flames.

The formation of the Convention for the Popular Revolution (CPR) by Thomas Lubanga comes as Congo's army faces an unprecedented advance by M23 rebels elsewhere in eastern Congo.

Ruto said he had already taken decisive action by disbanding a rogue police unit that had been implicated in the killings.

According to Wajir County Commissioner Karuko Gumo, the project will have a positive impact on improving security in the region. He noted that terror groups exploit local youth due to their poverty.

Onyonka dismissed Maraga’s grand dream, arguing that the former CJ is not well-versed in the challenges currently afflicting the country.

Qatar hosted a second round of talks between the two countries beginning on Friday and met separately with M23 representatives. Congolese officials and M23 have not yet met, sources said.

Misoi provided a urine sample during an out-of-competition test on November 22, 2024, in Kaptagat, where Furosemide was initially detected.

Gaala, a refugee, was murdered after refusing to marry a 55-year-old man who is among the arrested suspects. She endured 27 days of beatings before succumbing to her injuries.

Kananu died on October 6, 2024, following a botched operation at Omnicare Medical Limited, also known as Body by Design, located on Kabarsiran Avenue in Nairobi County.

MSS spokesperson Jack Ombaka confirmed that two officers had been evacuated to the Dominican Republic for medical care.

The civil war in Myanmar, where the junta seized power in a coup in 2021, has complicated efforts to reach those injured and made homeless by the Southeast Asian nation's biggest quake in a century.

Mudavadi assured that the transition would be smooth, reinforcing the government’s commitment to efficient governance and accountability.

The De Havilland Dash 8 (DH8D) aircraft operated by the UNSOS was departing from Somalia to a yet-to-be-disclosed location when the incident happened.

Duale also announced the operationalisation of a 24/7 Taifa Care call centre, which is designed to provide continuous support and resolve health-related queries.

Despite maintaining its stance on the trade ban, the Sudanese Embassy affirmed its commitment to regional cooperation and dialogue guided by the principles of mutual respect and non-interference.

Recent studies have shown that long-term use of probiotics, particularly from fermented foods like yoghurt, can improve gut diversity and reduce inflammation in the gut, leading to better overall health.

Variations like India's masala coffee, Yemen's qishr, and modern spiced lattes blend warm spices with milk for a creamy, aromatic experience.

Duale said reimbursement for intensive care unit and high dependency unit services has been significantly increased, rising from Sh4,480 to Sh28,000 per day.