Alfred Mutua Stories

Mutua orders arrest of Kazi Majuu fraudsters preying on desperate job seekers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2025

The CS reaffirmed that the overseas jobs initiative is a free and transparent government programme aimed at linking qualified Kenyan youth to decent w...

Suspect charged with murder of British national Campbell Scott
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 27, 2025

Scott was reported missing on February 17, 2025, before his decomposing body was discovered in Makongo Forest, Makueni.

Over 50pc of public institutions don't report disability employment data, Labour ministry warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 21, 2025

Labour CS Alfred Mutua said failure by a majority of institutions to submit the required data goes against the Persons with Disabilities Act No.14 of...

Activists want Ruto’s appointment of Prof Makau Mutua declared unconstitutional
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

The petitioners argue that the creation of the office and appointment were unconstitutional due to their financial implications and the alleged failur...

Power struggle rocks MCSK as rival factions clash over CEO Ezekiel Mutua’s ouster
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

Signed by MCSK National Chairman Ephantus Wahome Kamau, the rebuttal stated that Mutua remained the legitimate CEO, and dismissed the earlier claim as...

Treasury CS Mbadi: No legal cap on number of presidential advisors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2025

Mbadi said the Constitution only limits the number of Cabinet Secretaries, not advisors, and that the president is fully within his rights.

Delays in job placements abroad due to logistics, not fraud, says CS Mutua
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2025

CS Mutua also responded to allegations by Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba, who claimed that the Labour Mobility Program, intended to create employment...

32 firms blacklisted in crackdown on rogue overseas job agencies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2025

Mutua also revealed that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations is probing 153 other recruitment firms over possible criminal activities, with the...

From critic to advisor: Prof Makau Mutua defends Ruto's appointment amid backlash
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

He added that he would not be distracted by those questioning his appointment, stating that many of his critics would likely have accepted such a posi...

President Ruto appoints Prof Makau Mutua as Senior Advisor on Constitutional Affairs
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 30, 2025

Ruto said Prof Mutua, who is a close ally of ODM leader Raila Odinga, brings vast experience in legal, constitutional, and human rights matters to the...

Senate summons Labour CS Alfred Mutua over job deals that have left Kenyans stranded
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

The investigation was prompted by claims of fraudulent recruitment practices that saw many job seekers, particularly those targeting the Middle East,...

Only non-compliant children’s homes will be shut down, government says
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 23, 2025

The clarifications follow growing concerns among lawmakers over the rising number of homeless children and the government’s strategy to phase out priv...

Comedian Chipukeezy appointed to key role in President Ruto’s office
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

Itumbi praised the comedian’s contribution to the creative sector, saying the appointment was a recognition of his efforts.

Campbell Scott case: Murder suspect to face trial as co-accused becomes state witness
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Ingonga dropped charges against Mutinda, who has been directed to assist the police in capturing two other suspects who remain at large.

CS Mutua: 133 children rescued in suspected trafficking cases in 8 months
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 22, 2025

A civil society report submitted to the UN also indicates that human trafficking in Kenya is fueled by poverty, unemployment, and weak legal framework...

Lebanon, Myanmar top list of migrant abuse cases as Kenya documents 234 victims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 05, 2025

Appearing before parliament on Wednesday, Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua said the Ministry’s Secretariat has assisted victims of abuse in several coun...

Court allows DCI to detain suspects in murder of Briton Campbell Scott in Embakasi
Joseph Ndunda  |  Mar 03, 2025

Kithuka had relocated to a different house after Scott's body was found and before he was arrested by the DCI's Homicides Unit.

Over 2,500 youth in Garissa County register for overseas jobs
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 28, 2025

Hafsa Mohamed who completed her nursing diploma course four years ago at Garissa Medical College but could not get a job also expressed hope of gettin...

Survey: Kenyans switching to cheaper lifestyles as financial strain worsens
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 12, 2025

The 2024 Old Mutual Financial Services Monitor survey indicates that 29 per cent of respondents moved to cheaper rented houses over the past year, whi...

Medical insurance makes turnaround, records profits for the first time since 2021
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 12, 2025

The Insurance Regulatory Authority data shows that 14 out of 21 medical insurers posted underwriting profits in the first half of 2024.

Labour ministry says jobs recruitment still suspended, cautions against false reports
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 07, 2025

Mutua clarified that the only ongoing recruitment drive is the Kisumu one, scheduled for February 7-8, 2025, during the Nyanza Investment Conference.

South African troops are dying in DRC: Why they’re there and what’s going wrong
The Conversation  |  Feb 02, 2025

Their mandate is to support the DRC government, a member of the 16-member SADC group, in restoring peace, security and stability.

Kenyan drivers invited to apply for 1,000 vacancies in Saudi Arabia
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 18, 2024

According to Mutua, successful candidates stand to earn an average monthly salary of 1,400 Saudi Riyals, equivalent to about Sh50,000.

Etihad resumes flights to Nairobi with focus on broader African expansion
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 17, 2024

As a major economic hub in East Africa, Kenya is expected to benefit significantly from the resumption of Etihad flights.

Government temporarily stops recruitment drive for job seekers abroad
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 27, 2024

Mutua stated that the recruitment exercise, which has already been carried out in six counties, has seen an overwhelming response from job seekers.

New proposal seeks to extend Inua Jamii benefits to those aged 60 and above
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2024

The programme offers a monthly cash transfer of Sh2,000 to around 1.07 million beneficiaries nationwide. The government plans to expand this reach to...

Learning in universities paralysed as lecturers' strike begins nationwide 
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 29, 2024

According to UASU Secretary General Constance Wasonga, the strike had to commence after they failed to reach an agreement with the government.

Kenya signs labour and skills development agreement with US
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 28, 2024

Both countries are committed to upholding internationally recognised labour rights and supporting each other’s efforts toward equitable, sustainable l...

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