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Governors reject KMPDC ambulance registration directive, citing county authority conflicts
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 14, 2025

KMPDC CEO David Kariuki defended the registration requirement, saying it aims to standardise pre-hospital services and improve emergency care across t...

Siaya County Government sacks 382 health workers over forged documents
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 14, 2025

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

Ex-Garissa Governor Ali Korane joins UDA, secures clan backing for 2027 gubernatorial race
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 13, 2025

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

Isiolo leaders call for unity as Governor Guyo extends olive branch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

Governor Abdi Guyo told the gathering that he bore no resentment toward those who backed his removal and extended an olive branch to opponents.

Nairobi launches online platform to monitor, manage water usage
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

The online system provides the 'Equitable Water Distribution Schedule', allowing users to log into Nairobi Water’s website and see exactly when their...

Maralal to host 32nd Samburu International Camel Derby, attracting global visitors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

Participants from over 70 countries will bring international flair to the iconic event, reinforcing Kenya’s status as a leading tourism destination.

Taita Taveta’s Sh530 million Ward Fund under fire over questionable spending
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

Campaigners argue that MCAs are sidestepping their constitutional duties of representation, oversight, and lawmaking by directly executing programmes...

CoG Health Committee Chair urges patients to report doctors sending them to private clinics for profit
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 10, 2025

Council of Governors (CoG) Health Committee Chair Muthomi Njuki said the trend is becoming widespread, with some doctors using public hospitals to bui...

Nairobi County at crossroads: Mismanagement, politics, and struggle for accountability
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 10, 2025

Former Town Clerk Philip Kisia traced Nairobi’s challenges to shifts in revenue management and governance structures.

Isiolo elders appeal for ceasefire among county officials amidst political turmoil
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 09, 2025

Borana Council of Elders Vice Chairman Mohamed Ali claimed that Isiolo has received more than Sh21 billion over the past financial year without any vi...

Governor Wavinya Ndeti suspends 33 revenue officers over alleged graft
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 09, 2025

Wavinya stressed that the suspension of these officers is just the start of a wider crackdown aimed at eradicating all forms of graft within county op...

Quba Mosque reopens after Garissa Governor Nathif Jama, SUPKEM broker peace
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 09, 2025

The mosque, which was temporarily closed two weeks earlier by the county security committee led by County Commissioner Mohamed Ramadhan Mwabudzo, has...

City Hall cracks down on illegal power hub linked to crime surge in Nairobi CBD, suspect on the run
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 09, 2025

The illegal connections are being blamed for persistent darkness in parts of the CBD and the rise of crime incidents targeting businesses and pedestri...

High Court ruling puts brakes on National Treasury’s mandatory e-procurement directive
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 08, 2025

In a ruling delivered on September 8, 2025, Justice Bahati Mwamuye ordered that the contested Treasury circular be stayed until the case is heard and...

EACC summons eight senior Nakuru County officials over Sh22 million irregular payments
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 08, 2025

The move follows a directive from the National Assembly Public Accounts Committee (PAC), which referred the matter to the commission after Governor Su...

Technical University of Mombasa opens first School of Medicine in Coast region
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 07, 2025

Vice Chancellor Prof. Laila Abubakar revealed that the Government of Kenya allocated Sh266 million for the construction of the facility and a further...

Union demands full implementation of Ruto’s directive on UHC staff absorption
Rachael Mutabasi  |  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...

Governors reject President Ruto’s order to absorb 7,400 UHC workers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 06, 2025

The county chiefs said they will not comply unless the national treasury provides at least Sh7.7 billion to meet the cost of converting the contracts...

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo dismisses DPP arrest order as politically motivated
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 06, 2025

Governor Guyo reminded the public that the Kiambu Law Courts had already intervened with an anticipatory order on August 27, restraining the ODPP and...

Court orders DPP to share plea bargain deal with EACC as Obado surrenders Sh235m assets in graft case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 05, 2025

The court also heard that the former governor and his co-accused formally wrote to the DPP seeking to resolve the matter through an alternative disput...

Nairobi women caucus fault Ruto, Raila for scuttling Sakaja's impeachment
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 05, 2025

Led by Martha Miyandazi, the caucus expressed disappointment with Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto for interf...

Mombasa County wins top real estate stand at agricultural show
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 05, 2025

Governor Abdulswammad Nassir also commended the team behind the achievement, calling it a testament to the dedication of county staff.

Revealed: Mediated pact that halted Governor Johnson Sakaja’s impeachment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 05, 2025

Issues of county administration were also addressed, including the dismissal or reassignment of officers. Chief Officer Osman Khalif and Housing Chief...

Lobby calls for Nairobi County dissolution following audit revelations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 05, 2025

Kenya Bora Tuitakayo claims the city has been plagued by misuse of public funds since September 2022, leaving residents with poor services and mountin...

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama grilled by EACC over alleged Sh1.2 billion graft allegations
Issa Hussein  |  Sep 04, 2025

Central to the investigation are claims of irregular staff recruitment and the disbursement of over Sh700 million in salaries to ghost workers.

Legal experts warn top politicians against saving governors from impeachment
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 04, 2025

Ruto and Raila held separate meetings on Tuesday to shield Governor Sakaja from a looming impeachment push by angry MCAs who had accused the embattled...

Court suspends notice revoking Isiolo County offices relocation
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 04, 2025

The outcome of the case is likely to have far-reaching implications for governance and service delivery in Isiolo, where the siting of county offices...

EACC asked to investigate Nakuru Governor Kihika over Sh7.8 billion stalled projects, Sh1 million incomplete toilet
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 04, 2025

The governor further came under scrutiny for authorising the hiring of private law firms without approval from the county attorney.

Ethiopia Central Bank Governor Mamo Mihretu resigns after two-year reform push
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 03, 2025

Mihretu, who was appointed as the bank's governor on January 20, 2023, said his decision to resign was motivated by a desire to explore new challenges...

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