State to triple school feeding budget, expand coverage to 10 million children by 2030
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-29 19:29:45

State to triple school feeding budget, expand coverage to 10 million children by 2030

The President highlighted that the school feeding programme has evolved significantly since its full integration as a national initiative in 2018, now benefiting 2.6 million learners—an increase from the initial 240,000.

Declare femicide a national crisis within 30 days or face protests, FIDA warns Ruto
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-29 17:48:18

Declare femicide a national crisis within 30 days or face protests, FIDA warns Ruto

FIDA condemned what they termed as the state's "laxity" in addressing femicide cases, which they argued amounts to "aiding and abetting" such crimes.

UDA announces plan to replace Rigathi Gachagua as deputy party leader
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-29 17:23:31

UDA announces plan to replace Rigathi Gachagua as deputy party leader

Hassan said the UDA's National Executive Committee (NEC) is waiting on the court's decision before proceeding with the appointment of Kithure Kindiki as the new Deputy Party Leader.

Six banks selected to collect contributions to Social Health Insurance Fund
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-28 23:02:52

Six banks selected to collect contributions to Social Health Insurance Fund

He emphasised the importance of these banks, stating that they are already familiar to employers for various services.

State partially restores Gachagua’s security detail following outcry
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-27 18:48:55

State partially restores Gachagua’s security detail following outcry

Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang'wa urged the government to further reinstate Gachagua's full team.

Ruto defends politicians’ church attendance, dismisses claims of political motives
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-27 17:04:49

Ruto defends politicians’ church attendance, dismisses claims of political motives

Ruto stated that politicians know when and where to campaign and emphasised their sincere intentions in worship.

Omanga declines Ruto's appointment to Nairobi Rivers Commission
  • Author: Mercy Asamba
  • Date: 2024-10-26 22:47:12

Omanga declines Ruto's appointment to Nairobi Rivers Commission

In a statement posted on her X account, Omanga expressed gratitude for the trust and recognition but noted her decision to step back from the position.

Ex-senator Omanga, Bishop Wanjiru land new State jobs
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-26 17:27:07

Ex-senator Omanga, Bishop Wanjiru land new State jobs

Earlier, Omanga and Wanjiru had been appointed as Chief Administrative Secretaries in the Ministries of Interior and Cooperatives, but these positions were later declared invalid by the court.

Kenya, Somalia call for additional funding as security transition nears
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-23 17:29:38

Kenya, Somalia call for additional funding as security transition nears

They stressed the necessity for AUSSOM to be adequately financed and called on stakeholders to explore all possible funding avenues.

Ruto: Former NHIF employees will be absorbed into new Social Health Authority
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-20 17:16:07

Ruto: Former NHIF employees will be absorbed into new Social Health Authority

The reassurance comes as concerns rise over potential job losses as SHA plans to recruit new personnel.

Gachagua criticises high taxation, urges President Ruto to rethink housing program
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-20 16:47:26

Gachagua criticises high taxation, urges President Ruto to rethink housing program

Gachagua, while reflecting on the role of the Deputy President as outlined in the 2010 Constitution, stated that his position allows him to speak candidly with Ruto about issues affecting the country.

Ruto is a vicious man, he removed my security as I fought for my life - Gachagua
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-20 15:25:37

Ruto is a vicious man, he removed my security as I fought for my life - Gachagua

He emphasised the gravity of the situation, indicating that President Ruto should be held responsible if anything were to happen to him or his family.

President Ruto: We can only support Kenyan troops in Haiti till March
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-10-11 14:51:30

President Ruto: We can only support Kenyan troops in Haiti till March

Visit by the Haitian leader is meant to drum up support for the release of funds and the deployment of the remaining troops.

DP Gachagua: I do not allocate resources, it's your job as MPs
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-08 20:00:21

DP Gachagua: I do not allocate resources, it's your job as MPs

Gachagua's comments come amid growing calls for his removal, with some lawmakers accusing him of promoting divisive politics and disregarding national unity.

Former police spokesperson Charles Owino to head government communications
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-10-05 18:17:16

Former police spokesperson Charles Owino to head government communications

The new body will coordinate communications across all ministries, departments, and agencies to increase public engagement and understanding of government activities.

Report reveals Kenyan government borrowed Sh258 billion in 11 new loans
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-05 14:07:32

Report reveals Kenyan government borrowed Sh258 billion in 11 new loans

The report, presented on October 1, reveals that the loans were sourced from both multilateral and bilateral lenders.

Gachagua's impeachment: Tension, protests mar public participation exercises countrywide
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-10-04 17:04:59

Gachagua's impeachment: Tension, protests mar public participation exercises countrywide

The High Court ordered a second round of public participation to ensure that all Kenyans could voice their opinions on the impeachment motion.

CS Mbadi calls for abolishment of non-essential offices in government amid wage bill crisis
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-03 17:32:55

CS Mbadi calls for abolishment of non-essential offices in government amid wage bill crisis

Mbadi criticised county bosses for hiring multiple advisors and assigning them to roles that he described as redundant, draining resources that could otherwise be put to better use.

How Kenyans see the Ruto-Gachagua split
  • Author: DW News
  • Date: 2024-10-02 20:49:12

How Kenyans see the Ruto-Gachagua split

The move to impeach President William Ruto's deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, suggests that political battle lines are being drawn as ethnic divisions within the ruling elite appears to resurface.

Why I'm supporting proposal to have Adani Group renovate JKIA -Ruto 
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-10-02 16:51:21

Why I'm supporting proposal to have Adani Group renovate JKIA -Ruto 

The President called for collaboration across all sectors to position Kenya as a top destination for international travellers.

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