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TSC begins deployment of teachers to Junior Schools to address shortages
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 15, 2025

Teachers serving under permanent and pensionable terms in public primary schools and meeting the specified qualifications will be considered for deplo...

Drug shortages and struggle for health equity: Kenya's uphill battle to actualise Universal Health Coverage
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 11, 2025

As a cornerstone of Kenya's Vision 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals, UHC is driven by the principles of equity, quality, and financial prote...

KNEC gives another chance to those who missed KCSE exams as mid-year tests set for rollout
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said plans are underway to introduce a mid-year KCSE exam series in July.

South Korea orders air safety probe after worst crash in country kills 179
Reuters  |  Dec 30, 2024

Choi told a disaster management meeting in Seoul that the top priority for now is identifying the victims, supporting their families and treating the...

After making history as first Kenyan-born US politician, Momanyi narrates deportation ordeal
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 11, 2024

Momanyi revealed how her family faced the looming threat of deportation for over 11 years despite relentless efforts to navigate the intricate system.

Rehabilitation of key boreholes in Kilifi brings relief to over 50,000 Kaloleni residents
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 09, 2024

The project, led by Islamic Relief in collaboration with the Kilifi County Government, included installing solar-powered pumping systems, modern equip...

Sh4.5 billion Kigoro plant expected to reduce city residents’ water woes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2024

Water and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Mugaa said the Kigoro plant is part of a broader government agenda to improve water access across Kenya.

Kenya's infant mortality rate declines amid improved maternal care interventions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 18, 2024

According to UNICEF, preterm birth remains the leading cause of death among children under five globally, with approximately 13.4 million babies born...

North Eastern region on alert as drought worsens, prompting water trucking efforts
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 09, 2024

Garissa and Wajir, with support from the NDMA and donor partners, have launched water trucking efforts to alleviate human suffering due to water short...

Relief as Sericho residents in Isiolo receive medical supplies after Assembly’s intervention
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 08, 2024

The action followed urgent appeals from Sericho residents during the Bunge Mashinani programme regarding the acute shortage of medical supplies.

IMF warns Treasury of potential debt crisis from failed G2G oil import scheme
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2024

The G2G oil import scheme was launched in March last year, intended to alleviate dollar shortages and stabilise the fuel supply in Kenya.

UNICEF's borehole project offers relief to water-starved Madogashe town
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 11, 2024

Residents of Madogashe have survived on water from hand-dug shallow wells in the nearby Togweine seasonal riverbed.

Kenya on track to reduce hygiene-related child mortality, but gaps exist
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 03, 2024

It attributes the decline to the various initiatives at the national and sub-national levels, such as the Beyond Zero Campaign and Malezi Bora.

Nairobi estates face 24-hour water disruption due to pipeline rerouting
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 02, 2024

The water supply interruption will begin at 6 am on Thursday, October 3, 2024, and is expected to last until 6 am on Friday, October 4, 2024.

Congo: Displaced people caught between conflict and crisis
DW News  |  Sep 27, 2024

In eastern Congo, people are trapped between relentless fighting in their villages and overcrowded camps with scarce food and rampant mpox. Survival i...

KNUT demands armed security for Lamu teachers amid rising threats
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 23, 2024

The union has noted that its members are willing to return to the classroom only if their safety is assured.

Nairobi residents to experience water disruption due to Friday's power outage
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 01, 2024

The Company Managing Director said since Saturday, Kenya Power engineers have been on-site working to address the issue.

Nairobi estates face 24-hour water disruption due to vandalism
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 28, 2024

Nairobi Water Company however revealed that engineers had moved to the site and repairs commenced immediately, with repairs expected to take 24 hours...

New funding model for higher education offers hope to students from needy homes
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 23, 2024

Students from the vulnerable and extremely needy households will receive 100 per cent funding, while the needy and less needy will get a 93 per cent s...

Universities ordered to admit all qualified students despite financial constraints
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 21, 2024

Vice-Chancellors have also been directed to facilitate suitable accommodation arrangements for first-year students, with the guarantee that the necess...

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