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Puntland military offensive deals blow to Islamic State in Somalia
Reuters  |  Feb 07, 2025

Puntland's military spokesperson told Reuters on Thursday that the security forces had killed at least 85 IS militants in battles over the past two da...

Senate and CRA in deadlock over new county revenue allocation formula
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 07, 2025

With the Senate set to resume its sittings on February 11, 2025, the fate of the proposed revenue-sharing formula remains uncertain.

Health organisations decry poor cancer care services, urge government to act
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 06, 2025

Many cancer patients who previously depended on NHIF coverage are now burdened with out-of-pocket expenses.

Only 3.1 million Kenyans have completed eligibility test for SHIF, ministry says
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 06, 2025

Ministry officials warn that those who do not undergo the test will automatically be excluded from key healthcare services such as hospital admissions...

Ministry of Health urges 4.3 million Kenyans to update profiles for SHA registration
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Feb 05, 2025

In a statement, Dr Patrick Amoth, Director General of the Ministry of Health, expressed concern that only 18.8 million Kenyans are enrolled on SHA.

Consent agreement ends legal battle over Hillside Endarasha Academy's boarding facilities
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 04, 2025

The case, which was filed by two NGOs and a human rights activist, was dropped following the school’s commitment to operate solely as a day institutio...

Healthcare costs rise by 3.3 per cent, putting pressure on household budgets
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 04, 2025

These rising expenses are pushing many low and middle-income families into tough situations, often forcing them to make difficult decisions about thei...

Top KCSE student in Garissa gets full university scholarship from Hass Petroleum
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 04, 2025

Bahja, 18, is an orphan. Her father, a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer, was killed in an Al-Shabaab attack in Somalia. Her mother later died from C...

Shisha remains banned, Health Ministry says despite court ruling
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 03, 2025

The rules ban the manufacture, importation, sale, and use of shisha in Kenya due to the severe health risks it poses.

Five chiefs kidnapped by suspected Al-Shabaab militants in Mandera
Mary Wambui  |  Feb 03, 2025

Mandera South police commander Julius Njeru confirmed the attack and said the administrators were travelling from Wargadud to Elwak town for duty.

MPs’ post-service medical scheme among key resolutions at Naivasha retreat
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 02, 2025

The retreat also addressed the backlog of 283 Bills currently pending before various parliamentary committees, some of which have remained unattended...

MPs demand review of 2.75% SHIF deduction over poor services
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 31, 2025

MPs have launched a fresh probe into the Sh104 billion SHIF system, amid reports that its claims processing system is still not fully operational.

Obado's legal battle continues as court finds he has case to answer in Sharon's murder
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

Through his lawyers, Obado explained that he had an open relationship with Sharon Otieno and was willing to support her and their unborn child.

Protesters in Libya disrupt oil loading operations at Es Sidra, Ras Lanuf ports
Reuters  |  Jan 28, 2025

Protests have also disrupted oil operations previously, including in January last year when they forced a shutdown of production at the Sharara oilfie...

Engineers want Aisha Jumwa's appointment to roads board revoked
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

According to Kiteme, the Act mandates that the non-executive chairperson be appointed from among members nominated by organisations listed in the Firs...

UDA blogger: State contracted individuals to tarnish Gachagua, defend Adani, SHA
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

Kimani alleged that despite being promised Sh250,000 for the assignment, she only received Sh50,000, a fraction of the agreed amount.

FKFPL: Sharks and Bidco share spoils, Police edge Mara Sugar in Awendo
Erick Kariuki  |  Jan 26, 2025

Sunday's FKF Premier League action saw Kariobangi Sharks and Bidco United settle for a 1-1 draw, while Kenya Police edged Mara Sugar with a crucial la...

Covid-19 fraud mastermind Mukhtar Shariff sentenced to 17 years in prison
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 25, 2025

The sentencing marks one of the harshest penalties handed down in connection with the $250 million "Feeding Our Future" fraud case.

Gender Commission condemns violation of Grace Njoki's rights during arrest at hospital
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 24, 2025

The arrest happened at Ladnan Hospital in Eastleigh, where she had gone to seek medical treatment. She was forcibly removed from the hospital on claim...

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