Health organisations turn to social enterprise as donor funding declines

LVCT Health is diversifying its income sources through social enterprise to sustain essential healthcare services amid mounting pressure on international donor funding.

By Juliet Omelo 1 day ago

Governor Barasa cites healthcare gains for award

Barasa said the recognition reflected ongoing efforts to improve service delivery and promote socioeconomic development, highlighting the expansion of health facilities.

By Juliet Omelo 4 days ago

Atwoli warns MPs against undermining NSSF, cites Sh814bn fund growth

COTU, in a statement, warned that political interference could jeopardise workers’ retirement savings ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Juliet Omelo 4 days ago

Grassroots groups secure legal victories in EU-funded rights project

Winnie Wanjala said the initiative awarded 66 grants, comprising 44 small grants to emerging organisations and 22 major grants supporting broader human rights initiatives.

By Juliet Omelo 5 days ago

Creatives to tackle AI, digital power at Mombasa Afrotellers conference

The four-day Afrotellers Conference will discuss ownership of African stories, cultural representation and the future of the continent’s creative economy.

By Juliet Omelo 5 days ago

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The Rise of Sifuna and Babu in the battle for Raila's political legacy

The question is whether they can transform the political opening into a durable movement of their own.

By Juliet Omelo 8 days ago

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Flying out of the nest: How detention made Raila more than just his father's son

For Raila, detention was not a single episode. When he eventually emerged from detention, those around him noticed a changed political character.

By Juliet Omelo 8 days ago

Housing policy fails to translate into decent homes, report shows

Kenya’s expanding housing policy is failing to fully translate into decent homes for low-income families

By Juliet Omelo 13 days ago

How farm waste is giving Kenya's exhausted soils a new life

Inside a gated compound, the heat settles over rows of sacks stacked against a wall. Their contents are black and fine, resembling charcoal. But there is no cooking fire here.

By Juliet Omelo 16 days ago

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State puppet? Registrar of political parties in the spot over contentious registration row

Behind the launch of The Equitable Party, associated with Sifuna, lies a political and legal battle that has once again put the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties under scrutiny.

By Juliet Omelo 17 days ago

Cost of cardiac care leaves Kenyan patients struggling for treatment

High costs, limited specialist services and uneven access to cardiac care are leaving many Kenyan patients struggling to afford and access lifesaving heart treatment.

By Juliet Omelo 17 days ago

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New dawn: End of long wait as Linda Mwananchi gets Sifuna's 2027 vehicle

Linda Mwananchi has finally found a political home for its 2027 presidential bid, taking over the leadership of The Equitable Party, with Senator Sifuna being the presidential candidate.

By Juliet Omelo 18 days ago

Science, technology key to reviving Kenya's coffee sector

Kenya’s coffee sector needs greater investment in science, technology, climate-resilient varieties and farmer-centred policies to revive production and increase value for growers.

By Juliet Omelo 20 days ago

Abortion law confusion leaves patients, doctors in limbo

Uncertainty over Kenya’s abortion laws is creating difficulties for patients and healthcare providers, prompting calls for clearer rules and better reproductive healthcare.

By Juliet Omelo 20 days ago

Good seasons can fuel pastoralist conflict too, study finds

A new study finds that both drought and unusually good seasons can fuel pastoralist conflict by altering livestock movements, resource competition and the value of animals.

By Juliet Omelo 20 days ago

Wetang'ula calls for tax on polluters to fund Africa's climate fight

Wetang’ula said African countries needed to move beyond international declarations and establish sustainable financing mechanisms to fund climate adaptation

By Juliet Omelo 22 days ago

Atwoli calls for one union in water sector

COTU SG Francis Atwoli has urged unions in Kenya’s water sector to merge, arguing that fragmentation weakens workers’ collective bargaining power and undermines efforts to improve their welfare.

By Juliet Omelo 22 days ago

Climate-smart farming takes centre stage at Nairobi trade fair

Climate-smart agriculture and new farming technologies are taking centre stage at the 125th Nairobi International Trade Fair

By Juliet Omelo 24 days ago

Kenya's Code Clubs hit 1,000 as schools embrace coding

Kenya’s push to equip learners with digital skills has gained momentum, with Code Clubs now crossing the 1,000 mark in schools and communities across the country.

By Juliet Omelo 24 days ago

Police VIP protection commandant Lazarus Opicho dies

Senior Assistant Inspector General of Police Lazarus Opicho, the commandant of the Security of Government Buildings and VIP Protection Unit, has died after a short illness.

By Juliet Omelo 24 days ago

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The hidden burden behind Kenya's 2,000 clubfoot births

Nearly 2,000 children are born with clubfoot in Kenya every year, turning what is a treatable childhood condition into a long-term challenge for thousands of families.

By Juliet Omelo 25 days ago

Kenya eyes higher exports to Germany

Kenya aims to increase the value of its exports to Germany by encouraging local businesses to move beyond raw produce and invest in processing, branding and market-specific packaging.

By Juliet Omelo 25 days ago

Civil society group warns of rising tension ahead of 2027 elections

Kenya must act early to prevent tension from escalating into conflict ahead of the 2027 General Election, peace stakeholders have warned and called for grassroots peacebuilding.

By Juliet Omelo 25 days ago

People with hearing disability demand sign language services in public institutions

People with hearing disability have called on the government to ensure public institutions provide adequate Kenyan Sign Language services

By Juliet Omelo 27 days ago

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Red cards that could throw 2027 polls into uncertainty

A High Court petition over IEBC’s delayed boundary review has raised questions about the 2027 electoral timetable.

By Juliet Omelo 28 days ago

Residents of Lang'ata's Highrise Estate petition IEBC to join Nairobi West Ward

The residents argue that the current ward boundaries no longer reflect the estate’s geographical, social and economic realities.

By Juliet Omelo 29 days ago

Lamu takes peacebuilding model to UNGA

Lamu Governor Issa Timamy has showcased the county’s community-led peacebuilding model at the UN General Assembly, calling for stronger partnerships between local governments and international actors.

By Juliet Omelo 29 days ago

Unions demand reforms at Busia border as traders bear cost of AfCFTA

Trade unions are calling for reforms at the Busia border to curb unofficial charges, harassment and delays affecting informal traders under AfCFTA.

By Juliet Omelo 29 days ago

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The darker and unanswered question of Uhuru Kenyatta's declaration

Uhuru Kenyatta’s claim that Raila Odinga won the 2022 election has reopened debate over a presidential contest whose official result was upheld unanimously by the Supreme Court.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

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I will speak up: Uhuru reopens ghosts of contested 2022 presidential election

Uhuru Kenyatta’s claim that Raila Odinga won the 2022 election has reopened political debate over the contest, while Ruto and his allies reject the claim.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

SGR safety campaign targets school children living along railway corridor

Children living along the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) corridor in Voi are being sensitised on railway safety as operators seek to reduce accidents and protect railway infrastructure.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

As treatment cost bites, sickle cell survivors demand better care, jobs

Sickle cell warriors are calling for better access to affordable treatment, flexible healthcare services and employment opportunities.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Students stranded as Elimu Bora demands clarity on Ruto funding promise

The group wants the Government to immediately clarify how President William Ruto’s July 21 commitment on full government funding will be implemented.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Farmers urged to seize El Nino rains as new planting season offers chance to recover

The expected El Niño rains offer a chance to revive farms, with agricultural leaders urging households to prepare early for the planting season.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Tech-driven emergency response gains ground as platform targets gaps in public system

AURA is expanding its technology-driven emergency response services in Kenya through private-sector partnerships, seeking to improve access to medical and security assistance.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Kenya School of Law unveils ultra-modern library, moot courts to strengthen legal training

The library is designed to provide students with modern spaces for independent study, legal research, digital learning and collaborative discussions.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Lobby distributes Sh43.6 million in royalties to creatives

The collective management organisation distributed Sh24 million to creatives in the previous financial year, representing an increase of about 82 per cent in the latest period.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

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How government-backed bloggers are creating tension in Linda Mwananchi

Sources within the movement argue that an online campaign portraying its leaders as divided is undermining its growing momentum ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Trans Nzoia crafts policy to tackle maternal deaths

Trans Nzoia County is developing a five-year sexual and reproductive health policy aimed at reducing maternal and newborn deaths, teenage pregnancies and gaps in family planning and antenatal care.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago

Broadbased elected leaders ditch Tim Wanyonyi, shift support to Barasa

Ford Kenya leaders shift their support to Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa ditching Tim Wanyonyi ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Juliet Omelo 1 month ago