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Isiolo County increases water budget by 24%, targets sustainable solutions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 12, 2024

The county has already drilled and equipped 36 boreholes in various locations, including Dadachabasa and Merti-Lakole.

Garissa launches positive parenting programme to tackle teen violence
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 12, 2024

Garissa Township Deputy County Commissioner Sebastian Okiring urged parents to guide and give their children the necessary attention and guidance agai...

I welcome criticism, but let it be based on facts not fake news, Ruto tells off critics
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 12, 2024

Ruto condemned the spread of false information online, cautioning against the use of digital platforms to propagate misinformation.

“Nothing to celebrate”: Discontent grows over high cost of living on Jamhuri Day
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 12, 2024

The Eastleigh Voice spoke to Nairobi residents about the Jamhuri Day celebrations, eliciting mixed reactions.

President Ruto urges parents to register children under Taifa Care in January
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 12, 2024

The Taifa Care programme, which aims to offer an inclusive, efficient, and transparent healthcare service, has already made significant strides.

Ruto orders establishment of transparent royalty system to end artist exploitation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 12, 2024

The president said the new system would ensure that royalties are distributed fairly and efficiently to rightful owners and beneficiaries, marking a s...

Kenya Airways warns of flight disruptions at JKIA due to military drills
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 12, 2024

To keep travellers informed, Kenya Airways urged customers to check the airline's website for real-time flight status updates.

Governor Sakaja to rename South C road to honour late music icon E-Sir
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 12, 2024

Sakaja confirmed that the road renaming would go ahead as planned, making E-sir's legacy part of Nairobi's urban landscape.

Explainer: Details of 2024 trooping of colours ahead of Jamhuri Day fete
Mary Wambui  |  Dec 12, 2024

The colours symbolise the spirit of the regiment, bearing the battle honours and badges granted in recognition of gallant deeds performed by its troop...

Gambian President Barrow to grace Jamhuri Day fete as guest of honour
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 11, 2024

This marks Barrow's first visit to Kenya, aimed at bolstering relations between the two nations ahead of the African Union Commission elections in Feb...

Ruto announces key projects for Bungoma as county hosts Madaraka Day fete
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 01, 2024

Madaraka Day is a commemoration of the day in 1963 when Kenya attained internal self-rule after being a British colony since 1920.

All athletes honoured by President Ruto at Jamhuri Day celebrations
Sports Reporter  |  Dec 13, 2023

Other athletes who were honoured by the President include the World Marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum, 100m African Champion Ferdinand Omanyala, 80...

Governor Abdulswamad skips Jamuhuri Day celebrations, opts to visit prisoners at Jela Baridi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 12, 2023

A distinctive Jamhuri Day Celebration unfolded in Mombasa, where County Commissioner Abdirizak Jaldesa led the event in Likoni.

Kenya is now out of debt distress - Ruto
Dennis Tarus  |  Dec 12, 2023

The President said the country has had to cut back significantly on expenditure and defer the implementation of critical development programmes to sta...

Ruto: Kenya will be a visa-free country from January 2024
Dennis Tarus  |  Dec 12, 2023

Ruto said it shall no longer be necessary for any person from any corner of the globe to carry what he termed as "the burden of applying for a visa to...

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