How ban on ID vetting has simplified the process for Eastleigh residents
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-09-04 13:35:00

How ban on ID vetting has simplified the process for Eastleigh residents

Under the new policy, the government has placed the responsibility of ensuring proper ID issuance on Chiefs, who will personally be held responsible for any document issued to non-Kenyans within their locations.

Opinion: Cabinet vetting did little to placate a frustrated public
  • Author: Amina Boru
  • Date: 2024-08-17 19:10:22

Opinion: Cabinet vetting did little to placate a frustrated public

Members of the vetting committee were expected to show impartiality and a commitment to ensuring that nominees met the highest standards of integrity.

Ruto's chief of staff speaks against opulence as induction for newly sworn-in CSs begins
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-08-12 17:37:42

Ruto's chief of staff speaks against opulence as induction for newly sworn-in CSs begins

As the lead government agents in their respective ministries, the ministers will be expected to protect the interests of the country and have a proper understanding of statecraft.

Opinion: Non-proactive communication from state agencies eroded public trust
  • Author: Mohamed Ahmed
  • Date: 2024-08-10 11:09:08

Opinion: Non-proactive communication from state agencies eroded public trust

The nominees from ODM, who included former party chairman John Mbadi, Minority Leader Opiyo Wandayi, and former governors Hassan Joho and Wycliffe Oparanya, had one message — community strategy.

Attorney General nominee Dorcas Oduor's in-tray is full should she get approved
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-09 19:43:26

Attorney General nominee Dorcas Oduor's in-tray is full should she get approved

Oduor' office- that of Principal Legal Advisor to the President- is tasked with advising the President and all other government Ministries.

Beatrice Askul Moe set to make history as Kenya's first female CS from Turkana if approved
  • Author: Amina Wako
  • Date: 2024-08-09 13:28:32

Beatrice Askul Moe set to make history as Kenya's first female CS from Turkana if approved

Moe's nomination is a significant step for women in Turkana, a region traditionally characterised by patriarchal norms.

EAC Cabinet nominee Askul Moe outlines strategy to combat floods and drought
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-08-09 12:47:20

EAC Cabinet nominee Askul Moe outlines strategy to combat floods and drought

During her appearance before the Committee on Appointments, Moe was questioned about her strategies to address the challenges posed by extreme weather conditions, particularly the loss of lives during heavy rains and drought.

LIVE BLOG: Police, Nane Nane protesters engage in running battles
  • Author: John Mbati
  • Date: 2024-08-08 13:41:56

LIVE BLOG: Police, Nane Nane protesters engage in running battles

The youth seek to push for the ouster of President William Ruto, whom they accuse of failing to heed their demands including better governance,, ending corruption, abductions and killings.

The 'mother of all protests': Kenyan youths gear up for Nane Nane march
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-08-07 19:03:53

The 'mother of all protests': Kenyan youths gear up for Nane Nane march

Inspired by the historic Saba Saba protests of the 1990s, this latest series of demonstrations will challenge the resolve of the revamped government, which now includes members of opposition leader Raila Odinga's ODM party.

Why we rejected Gender CS nominee Stella Soi – Committee on Appointments
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-08-07 17:30:58

Why we rejected Gender CS nominee Stella Soi – Committee on Appointments

The committee also criticised Lang'at's inability to adequately address queries concerning the docket.

Vetting committee rejects Gender CS nominee Soi Lang'at, approves 19 others
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-08-07 13:14:19

Vetting committee rejects Gender CS nominee Soi Lang'at, approves 19 others

This was communicated to the House by the National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah while tabling the report on the vetting of cabinet nominees on Wednesday.

Karua rules out working with Ruto, calls proposed new cabinet a "diversionary tactic"
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-08-07 12:24:08

Karua rules out working with Ruto, calls proposed new cabinet a "diversionary tactic"

In contrast, the former Gichugu MP noted that working with ODM party leader and Azimio Chief Principal, Raila Odinga was easy because he gave room for discussions.

Fresh hurdle for Kindiki, Duale, and Wandayi in their nomination as CSs
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-08-05 19:20:13

Fresh hurdle for Kindiki, Duale, and Wandayi in their nomination as CSs

Thirteen activists under the Kenya Bora Tuitakayo Citizens Association urged the high court to annul their nominations as CSs.

Douglas Kanja to undergo Parliamentary vetting next week for IG position
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-08-05 12:30:49

Douglas Kanja to undergo Parliamentary vetting next week for IG position

Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Administration Police Mr Gilbert Masengeli is serving as Acting Inspector General of Police pending the vetting and approval of Douglas Kanja by parliament.

What next for Ruto's Cabinet nominees with Sh10.6bn net worth?
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-08-05 10:19:31

What next for Ruto's Cabinet nominees with Sh10.6bn net worth?

The committee, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, is supposed to prepare a report on each nominee, including recommendations on whether to adopt or reject them.

Joho's elevation to Kenya Kwanza Cabinet ruffles Coast political scene
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-08-05 07:01:22

Joho's elevation to Kenya Kwanza Cabinet ruffles Coast political scene

Nyali MP Mohamed Ali told Joho to shift his mindset and focus on delivering to Kenyans as a CS if his nomination is approved by the National Assembly

Stella Soi lists her 29 years in public service as key qualification for Gender docket
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-08-04 20:21:24

Stella Soi lists her 29 years in public service as key qualification for Gender docket

Soi highlighted her extensive experience in public service, particularly in the central government.

How I plan to tackle FGM, early marriage issues -Gender CS nominee 
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-08-04 20:06:54

How I plan to tackle FGM, early marriage issues -Gender CS nominee 

Langat proposed involving men and empowering women more in order to tackle female genital mutilation (FGM) and early marriages.

Live blog: MPs vet Ruto's cabinet nominees
  • Author: Dennis Tarus
  • Date: 2024-08-04 20:00:03

Live blog: MPs vet Ruto's cabinet nominees

The first to appear before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments on Sunday is the Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs CS nominee Hassan Ali Joho.

Muturi vows to eradicate fake certificates among public servants
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-08-04 19:04:10

Muturi vows to eradicate fake certificates among public servants

He highlighted that he was aware of reports indicating that some public servants secured employment using forged academic or other documents.

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