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Dreams on hold: Grim global jobs outlook paints bleak future for millions of job seekers
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 15, 2025

In Africa, the International Labour Organisation has downgraded the employment growth prospect from the earlier 1.8 per cent to 1.6 per cent.

UN Report: 54 million children still trapped in forced labour in 2024
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 12, 2025

It reveals that although the number of children in child labour has fallen by over 20 million since 2020, the global goal of eliminating it by 2025 wi...

Somali delegates not seeking asylum in Switzerland, minister asserts after ILO conference
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 11, 2025

The Minister of Labour and Social Affairs, Yusuf Mohamed Aden, refuted the claims as baseless, saying most of the delegates have returned to Somalia.

Fresh twist in Gachagua case as petitioners seek his reinstatement as DP and judge’s recusal
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 02, 2025

Five petitioners argue that a High Court order issued in October 2024, which suspended the Senate’s resolution to impeach Gachagua and blocked the app...

Governor Natembeya snubs Madaraka Day celebrations in Trans Nzoia
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 01, 2025

Tensions peaked in late May when anti-corruption officials raided his Kitale home over alleged procurement irregularities and misuse of public funds,...

Petition seeks removal of DCJ Mwilu over judges’ appointment in Gachagua impeachment case
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

Through her legal team, Bashir & Associates Advocates, the petitioner argues that Mwilu acted in excess of her authority under Article 165(4) of the C...

Met Gala 2025: Black elegance, bold tailoring and the rise of modest fashion
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 11, 2025

Many embraced flowy elements, whether through dresses or cover-ups, bringing an air of elegance and movement to the evening.

Court of Appeal orders Koome to appoint new bench to hear Gachagua impeachment case within 14 days
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 09, 2025

“The discretion granted to the Chief Justice by Article 165(4) to empanel a bench is a power solely vested in the Chief Justice. It is the Chief Justi...

Court of Appeal to rule on DCJ Mwilu’s power to appoint judges in Gachagua case
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

Mwilu had empanelled Justices Eric Ogolla, Anthony Mrima and Fridah Mugambi to hear the case, which sought to determine the legality of Gachagua’s imp...

Serbian ambassador delivers protest letter to Nairobi as Belgrade warns of fallout over Kosovo
Mwangi Maina  |  Mar 27, 2025

Serbia insists that Resolution 1244 remains binding under international law and reiterated that Kosovo continues to be an integral part of its territo...

Shock as National Police Service Commission chair candidate collapses, dies before interview
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 26, 2025

Jilo was among four candidates shortlisted for the interview by the selection panel for NPSC nominees.

Retired pilot who flew presidents Moi and Kibaki dies in Mombasa Road crash
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 07, 2025

Ngunyo, who was married to nominated Senator Betty Batuli Montet, had an illustrious career as a pilot.

Why youth unemployment crisis persists despite post-Covid economic recovery
Alfred Onyango  |  Feb 11, 2025

ILO says a primary issue is the distinct lack of productive opportunities in African countries especially, with many young people unable to access dec...

Petitioners seek removal of seven Supreme Court judges over alleged misconduct
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 28, 2025

The JSC's response will be closely watched as it navigates this sensitive and potentially transformative issue for Kenya's highest court.

Serbian prime minister to resign as popular protests persist - Tanjug news agency
Reuters  |  Jan 28, 2025

Belgrade has seen daily anti-government protests since a roof collapsed in November at a railway station in Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city, ki...

Somalia's opposition says pacts with Ethiopian, other countries signed without parliament’s approval
Hassan Mohamed  |  Jan 15, 2025

The leaders accused President Hassan of going against a parliamentary censure motion he sponsored against Ethiopia when it signed a maritime agreement...

Chelsea confirm Mudryk contacted by FA over adverse sample
Reuters  |  Dec 17, 2024

Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk is under investigation after an adverse anti-doping test result. The club and Mudryk have pledged full cooperation wit...

ILO urges countries to fully invest in nature-based solutions to spur job creation
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 14, 2024

The report recommends promoting workers’ rights and inclusiveness in the NbS jobs and strengthening research and data collection.

Embakasi fire tragedy: Proprietor of gas plant, employee, charged with manslaughter
Joseph Ndunda  |  Dec 09, 2024

Kimathi and Mutie are also charged with unlawfully operating a bulk liquefied petroleum gas storage facility without a valid licenc

Kilifi residents threaten legal action over unpaid land compensation from KETRACO
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Nov 30, 2024

The residents have given KETRACO a 14-day ultimatum to pay up, or they will seek legal redress.

Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu speaks on DP Gachagua's impeachment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2024

She emphasised that the ongoing impeachment hearing is a structured application of Kenya's Constitution and not an arbitrary action.

Counties seek shared solutions to address waste management challenges
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 10, 2024

Despite existing laws and regulations regarding waste management, Ottichilo said effective implementation remains a major hurdle.

Untapped potential of older workers key to addressing labour underutilisation
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 05, 2024

When becoming jobless, seniors tend to leave the labour force altogether rather than job-seeking.

Governors warn of severe impact as senate proposes Sh20 billion cut to county funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 05, 2024

At least 20 of the governors who attended the session unanimously opposed the budget cut proposal, expressing concerns that such a reduction would sev...

Govt to address visa processing hurdles through international labour agreements
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 22, 2024

Mwadime also disclosed that they are finalising agreements with countries like Germany to speed up visa processing for Kenyan professionals.

More police officers sent to Marsabit gold mines after clashes leave six dead
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jul 26, 2024

County Police Commander Leonard Kimaiyo revealed that all the officers who previously manned the sites had been withdrawn and new contingents deployed...

Deadly clash over a gold mine leaves two people dead in Moyale
Amina Wako  |  Jul 20, 2024

Despite the official closure of the Hilo gold mining site for safety reasons, desperate illegal miners continue to frequent it.

Police in hot pursuit of criminals who killed two KWS officers in Marsabit
Waweru Wairimu  |  Jun 15, 2024

The two officers, including an assistant warden, were ambushed along the shores of Lake Turkana at the Karsa Gate in Sibiloi at around 6 pm on Thursda...

Government bans Mandera quarry activities amid Al-Shabaab threats
Adan Mohamed  |  Apr 09, 2024

The workers had been conducting mining activities despite an earlier order, prompting the government to prohibit all quarry activities.

State shuts down Marsabit gold mines after clashes that killed 7 people
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 14, 2024

While ordering the thousands of miners to leave the site, County Commissioner Norbert Komora said the unregulated mining activities were a threat to s...

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