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Kenyans abroad increase remittances by Sh97.8 billion in 2024
Alfred Onyango  |  Jan 17, 2025

The United States remained the largest source of remittances during the review period, contributing 51 percent of total inflows.

Ruto’s Cabinet combined net worth hits Sh18 billion, who holds the most wealth?
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 17, 2025

With a combined net worth of Sh18 billion, this group of Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) is among the richest in Kenya's history.

Taxes account for 46 per cent of fuel prices as state increases levies to meet revenue targets
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 16, 2025

Kenya's dependence on fuel taxes has deepened in recent years as the government seeks more revenue from this vital commodity.

Uhuru Highway motorists to experience traffic disruption for a month
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 14, 2025

The disruption will start on January 16 and last until February 20, 2025.

Sh4 billion earmarked for Nairobi roads as Ruto promises to complete stalled projects
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 13, 2025

The President stressed the importance of Nairobi to Kenya's progress, stating that the city’s development is key to the nation's advancement.

Communications Authority of Kenya revokes 75 broadcast licenses for regulatory non-compliance
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 10, 2025

By enforcing these regulations, the authority seeks to maintain a transparent, accountable, and ethical broadcasting environment in the country.

How Raila Odinga's move to join Ruto’s broad-based government has divided ODM loyalists
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 10, 2025

The recent growing disillusionment against the government over rising cases of abductions and enforced disappearances could have been the Waterloo for...

Number of travellers using SGR train drop by 7.2 per cent after fares hiked
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

The rise in fares was partly intended to help raise funds for the repayment of the $3.75 billion (Sh485.63 billion) loan from China.

Kenya fast-tracks Suam Border Post construction to boost trade with Uganda
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 07, 2025

The Suam OSBP, a joint initiative by Kenya and Uganda, is designed to centralise operations such as immigration, customs, security, and sanitary inspe...

NTSA sets tough requirements for vehicles transporting children returning to schools
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 05, 2025

NTSA urged parents and guardians to utilise its free mobile app to verify the essential details of public service vehicles, drivers, and conductors be...

Poor handling of food in roadside eateries raises concerns about foodborne illnesses
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 05, 2025

Food poisoning is becoming an increasing concern in Kenya, largely due to poor food handling in roadside eateries and contaminated water.

Stone-wielding robber arrested on Southern Bypass after spate of attacks on motorists
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 03, 2025

DCI said the suspect is currently in police custody and is expected to be arraigned on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Nine killed, several injured after matatu collides with lorry on Eldoret-Kitale road
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 03, 2025

Police said efforts to locate lorry driver who fled the scene are ongoing, and they have launched investigations to determine the exact circumstances...

Police kill suspected phone snatcher in robbery attempt in Nairobi's Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 02, 2025

The robbers reportedly attacked a pedestrian who was walking to Al-Hidaya Mosque for morning prayers along Athumani Kipande Street, commonly referred...

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.

KeNHA announces 3-day closure of Kipande Road for culvert installation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

KeNHA urged motorists to exercise caution around the work zones and adhere to the traffic management plans in place.

2024 mass flooding that ravaged Garissa and Tana River counties
Issa Hussein  |  Dec 25, 2024

In the tragic boat accident, eight passengers travelling from Nairobi lost their lives, with their bodies later recovered, while 22 others were rescue...

Government shares list of blackspots on major roads across the country
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 23, 2024

The identification of these blackspots comes as the government intensifies its efforts to curb road accidents during the festive season when traffic v...

KeNHA announces temporary closure of Nairobi Southern Bypass section
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 23, 2024

The authority stated that the closure will commence on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at 8 pm and is expected to last until midnight on Sunday, January 5...

How abandoned tractor ploughs gave name to Lamu’s Majembeni village
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 22, 2024

It is a village well known for having people who are passionate about agriculture and farming.

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