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Kabogo slams unfair data pricing, pledges policy changes to protect Kenyans
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 14, 2025

He expressed his frustration with the practice, stating that he had voiced his concerns on social media, even suggesting at the time that he would sto...

Kabogo vows to strengthen data protection laws amid concerns over privacy breaches
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 14, 2025

If appointed, he promised to lead efforts to protect citizens' data from misuse and ensure that Kenya remains compliant with international data protec...

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...

Human rights groups slam telcos over alleged data sharing with security agencies
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 02, 2025

The human rights lobby has accused Safaricom and other telcos of giving out contacts and locations of persons who are a target of harassment, abductio...

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...

NTSA, police summon owners of recklessly driven PSVs captured in viral video
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 23, 2024

The vehicles were captured on video engaging in dangerous driving, with passengers seen hanging out of the windows while the vehicles swerved and over...

High Court halts NTSA directive for dealers to register cars in their possession
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 20, 2024

The controversial notice by NTSA instructed motor vehicle dealers to ensure that any unregistered vehicles in their possession are registered.

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.

Kenyans ditch bank cards in favour of cash and mobile payments - report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 19, 2024

The CBK has supported this shift by granting approvals to Safaricom, Telkom Kenya, and Airtel Kenya to raise daily transaction and account limits.

NTSA registers 4,700 vehicles in a week as deadline for unregistered cars passes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 18, 2024

The agency noted that unregistered vehicles would face strict penalties under the Traffic Act, which forbids driving vehicles without registration or...

Sh3.2 billion lie dormant in M-Pesa accounts as Kenyans fail to reclaim their wealth
Amina Wako  |  Dec 16, 2024

Dependents of deceased persons can still claim the funds if they provide proof of death and an administration letter granting them powers over the dec...

Businessman petitions court to abolish eight-year limit on car imports
Joseph Ndunda  |  Dec 16, 2024

He also asserts that the regulation is inconsistently applied and ineffective in achieving its stated objectives of environmental protection and road...

IGAD boss Workneh Gebeyehu calls for collective action to alleviate suffering in Sudan
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 16, 2024

Workneh urged regional leaders, the international community, and the conflicting parties in Sudan to let wisdom prevail and restore peace.

Kenya Power spends Sh970 million on safety upgrades after workers' deaths
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 16, 2024

The company has also committed to securing additional PPE in the current financial year to further bolster safety.

Air Tanzania banned from flying in European Union airspace over safety concerns
Mwangi Maina  |  Dec 16, 2024

The decision was made following serious safety concerns identified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency.

EAGOL launches campaign across East Africa to reduce accidents caused by driver fatigue
Farhiya Hussein  |  Dec 15, 2024

To encourage safer driving habits, EAGOL is leveraging its mobile app to reward drivers with points redeemable for fuel, airtime, and refreshments.

2024 road crashes: Pedestrian fatalities hit 3,917 by November
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 10, 2024

According to the NTSA, 3,917 pedestrians have died in road accidents this year, up from 3,427 in 2023.

Hygiene promotion campaign seeks to prevent cholera outbreak in Marsabit
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 10, 2024

Food for the Hungry launched a comprehensive hygiene promotion campaign, reaching 1,976 households in the North Horr and Moyale sub-counties.

Grim picture of urban safety as 688 unsafe structures flagged in Nairobi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 10, 2024

While Nairobi has demolished 119 unsafe permanent structures, 10 more are slated for removal following further testing.

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