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Why KUCCPS is yet to open applications for university placements
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Despite the suspension of the new funding model, Wahome clarified that applications for technical vocational education and training and the Kenya Medi...

[HOLD!!] Sakaja administration unclogs city drainage, repairs burst sewers ahead of long rains
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 07, 2025

The old system, designed to serve a much smaller city, routinely overflows during heavy rains, especially in the central business district and surroun...

City flooding woes: Sakaja admits Nairobi's drainage system is overwhelmed
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 29, 2025

County Chief Officer for Roads Fredrick Karanja said the current sewer lines were designed to operate at half capacity but are now frequently overwhel...

Kenya among African countries to experience below-average rainfall in March-May season
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 22, 2025

An early to normal onset of rains is expected in most areas, though ICPAC said delays are likely in central Kenya, southern Ethiopia, and central Soma...

Youth in Taita Taveta urged to embrace vocational training as solution to unemployment
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 13, 2025

Many participants pointed to the lack of awareness about vocational training opportunities as a major barrier.

Research reveals previously unknown genetic diversity of wild chimpanzees shaped by habitats
Reuters  |  Jan 11, 2025

The study found that forest-dwelling chimpanzees showed changes in genes associated with disease resistance.

Weatherman says moderate rainfall expected in Nairobi metropolis as weather patterns shift
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 10, 2025

Kenyans have been encouraged to stay vigilant as the weather shifts over the coming days.

Boost for KMTC as President Ruto announces Sh600 million funding for staff recruitment
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 10, 2025

President Ruto also announced that KMTC students would benefit from the Higher Education Loans Board scheme in the upcoming budget.

Nairobi's Jogoo, Kipande roads among those closed temporarily to fix drainage, potholes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 02, 2025

Nairobi has been grappling with deteriorating road conditions characterised by potholes and inadequate drainage systems.

Dry January it is: Weatherman warns of heat stress, water scarcity in most of Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 01, 2025

Kenyans have been advised to stay informed to minimise potential impacts on health, agriculture, and water resources.

Kenya Railways adds more train trips for holiday travellers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

The new schedule, which comes into effect immediately, will run until January 15, 2025, to accommodate the surge in both Christmas and school holiday...

Sleep apnea: The silent threat to brain health and cognitive brain function
Charity Kilei  |  Dec 20, 2024

Addressing lifestyle factors, using medical devices, or opting for surgical interventions can help manage the disorder and improve overall health.

Kenya Railways announces 14-day suspension of Nairobi commuter trains
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

Notably, the suspension will not affect the weekly Safari trains to Nanyuki and Kisumu, which will run as scheduled.

Madaraka Express to resume stopover in Voi starting December 15
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 14, 2024

The 10 pm Madaraka Express passenger service, which operates between Nairobi and Mombasa, will now pause in Voi for three minutes every day, both duri...

SUPKEM calls for empowerment of Garissa farmers to combat poverty, promote peace
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 13, 2024

The SUPKEM Garissa branch officials highlighted the lack of farm inputs and minimal farmer's participation in budget making.

Kenya, Rwanda lead region in leveraging technology to revolutionise justice delivery
Amina Wako  |  Dec 11, 2024

The report provides several strategic recommendations aimed at improving justice sector digitisation in Kenya and Rwanda.

Jua kali workers to receive formal certification under proposed law
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 07, 2024

Oron's proposed law aims to offer a framework for artisans with hands-on expertise to apply for official recognition of their work.

Kenya’s forgotten children: The struggles of children left behind by British soldiers
Amina Wako  |  Dec 05, 2024

Kenyan lawyer Kelvin Kubai represents 10 biracial children, some under 18, aiming to take their cases to Britain.

Pushed to the wall, Kenyans take up more loans as savings diminish
Alfred Onyango  |  Dec 04, 2024

Out of the total households surveyed, the trend shows a 7.9 per cent dip in the savings culture of Kenyans from 2021, the previous survey period, to d...

Ruto: Voi residents to benefit from passenger night train, reopening of Ikanga Airstrip
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 04, 2024

Taita Taveta County Trade and Tourism Executive Vumi Ringo noted that the airstrip was 98 per cent complete as of 2021.

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