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Counties can only fund pre-primary and polytechnic education, says CoB Nyakang'o
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 15, 2025

Nyakang'o urged counties to ensure compliance with these legal provisions to promote prudent use of public funds.

A reform gone wrong: How Ruto’s university funding model failed students in 2024
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 05, 2025

While the government has pledged to refine the system, trust among students, parents, and stakeholders remains low.

Raila says he stands by cancelled Adani deals despite controversy and opposition
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 28, 2024

Odinga said the Adani Group, despite the controversy surrounding it, has a proven track record and was well-equipped to handle the projects.

Kenyan volleyball teams gear up for African Championship in Uganda
Erick Kariuki  |  Dec 26, 2024

Kenya will send four teams to the championship that will serve off from mid February

PSC warns public over fake internship placements offered by imposter
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 18, 2024

According to the Commission, the individual, who has been using a phone number, has been reaching out to potential interns, promising them opportuniti...

Nairobi Expressway posts Sh1.2bn loss despite increase in traffic, toll charges
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2024

Experts have pointed to the fluctuations in exchange rates as one of the major challenges facing the Nairobi Expressway and other PPP projects.

Court allows garbage collectors to continue operations at Mombasa port
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2024

Justice Mutai ordered that the status quo be maintained, meaning garbage collection operations will continue as they were before the county's action.

Murkomen backs Kenya’s bid to host 2029 World Championships
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 06, 2024

Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has thrown his weight behind Athletics Kenya’s bid to host the 2029 World Championships, aiming to make Ke...

Andiego and Mogunde reach Africa boxing finals, Ochieng and Okaka win bronze
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 23, 2024

Kenya's Liz Andiego and Boniface Mogunde have advanced to the finals of the Africa Boxing Championships in Kinshasa, DR Congo, marking a strong showin...

Kenya leads the charge with four boxers in Africa Championships semis
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 19, 2024

Kenya has made a strong start at the Africa Elite Men and Women Championships in Kinshasa, with four boxers advancing directly to the semi-finals and...

Kenya's hit squad set for Africa Elite Boxing Championships in Kinshasa
Rama Mohammed  |  Oct 16, 2024

Kenya's boxing team, known as the "Hit Squad," has departed for Kinshasa, DR Congo, to compete in the Africa Elite Boxing Championships from October 1...

Kenya shines at World Athletics U20 Championships with multiple medals in Lima
Rama Mohammed  |  Sep 01, 2024

Kenya’s young athletes made a strong showing at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, capturing multiple medals in various events, incl...

Kenyan U20 athletics captains optimistic ahead of World Championships
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 24, 2024

Kenya’s U20 Athletics team, led by captains Edmund Serem and Sarah Moraa, is gearing up for the World Athletics U20 Championships in Lima, Peru, with...

Why MPs want HELB, bursaries and scholarships merged into single fund
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 21, 2024

The MPs argued that merging the funds would address inefficiencies and reduce corruption risks present in the current fragmented system.

Government waives fees for first-year university students placed by KUCCPS
Barack Oduor  |  Jul 20, 2024

KUCCPS placed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) 2023 cohort of students in various degree programmes and the information was communi...

Opening of scholarships, loans portal pushed to June 18 over Eid ul-Adha
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 17, 2024

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu announced the new date in a statement on Monday, citing the Eid ul-Adha celebration. 

Cruise ships set to dock in Kisumu as new passenger terminal takes shape
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 05, 2024

The terminal features a public concourse with ticketing booths, screening spaces, snack areas, and arrival and drop-off zones.

OPINION: Give full scholarships to the needy in northern Kenya
Mohammed Doyo  |  Jun 01, 2024

While bursaries provide partial financial assistance, they often fall short of addressing the comprehensive needs of students from disadvantaged backg...

More goodies for Kenya from Ruto's just-concluded US state visit
Mary Wambui  |  May 25, 2024

This follows a decision by the US International Development Finance Corporation (IDFC) to double its commitments to Kenya's development, with investme...

NCBA Group records Sh5.3 billion profit after tax in Q1 of 2024
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 23, 2024

The bank's operating income went up by 2.8 per cent to Sh16 billion.

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