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Health CS Aden Duale to brief Parliament on sector concerns
Health CS Duale to appear before Parliament on Wednesday to give update on health sector, and respond to questions from MPs
By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago
Health CS Aden Duale to brief Parliament on sector concerns
No cause for alarm: Suspected Ebola case in Kiambu cleared
Suspected Ebola-like case at AAR Hospital in Kiambu tests negative, Health PS Mary Muthoni confirms, urges public not to share unverified reports that could cause panic.
By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago
No cause for alarm: Suspected Ebola case in Kiambu cleared
US sanctions M23, FDLR commanders over alleged atrocities in DRC
US sanctions two armed groups leaders including M23 intelligence chief John Nzenze and FDLR commander Gustave Kubwayo over alleged human rights abuses, sexual violence in eastern DRC.
By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago
US sanctions M23, FDLR commanders over alleged atrocities in DRC
US defends Laikipia Ebola facility, says project poses no public health risk
US says working with Kenyan government to address objections to Ebola quarantine center amid court order halting construction, but will continue supporting preparedness efforts.
By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago
US defends Laikipia Ebola facility, says project poses no public health risk
Observers okay June 1 Ethiopia elections
The African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) have Okayed the June 1 elections held in Ethiopia.
By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago
Observers okay June 1 Ethiopia elections
Ruto heads to South Africa for State visit next week
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to host President William Ruto for a state visit from June 3 to June 5, talks to focus on strengthening economic ties.
By Ronald Kipruto 6 days ago
Ruto heads to South Africa for State visit next week
IPOA begins probe into deaths, shootings linked to fuel protests
IPOA launches investigations into deaths of Brian Ndung'u and Martin Rigii in Kiambu during recent fuel protests, and fatal shooting of an unidentified person in Nakuru.
By Ronald Kipruto 6 days ago
IPOA begins probe into deaths, shootings linked to fuel protests
Ruto assents to three Bills to boost disaster response, forest protection
President Ruto assents to three National Assembly bills, including Disaster Management Bill; laws to improve disaster response and protect Kenya’s forest cover.
By Ronald Kipruto 7 days ago
Ruto assents to three Bills to boost disaster response, forest protection
Orwoba hits out at govt for holding prayer breakfast amid Utumishi Girls tragedy
Former nominated senator Gloria Orwoba has criticised the government for proceeding with the National Prayer Breakfast yesterday, while a deadly fire claimed the lives of students
By Ronald Kipruto 7 days ago
Orwoba hits out at govt for holding prayer breakfast amid Utumishi Girls tragedy
Koome urges review of school safety standards after tragic Utumishi Girls fire
“I call on all relevant duty bearers to undertake a comprehensive review of school safety standards, emergency preparedness systems, infrastructure, and risk management measures to protect learners.”
By Ronald Kipruto 7 days ago
Koome urges review of school safety standards after tragic Utumishi Girls fire
Canada suspends visas for three countries over Ebola outbreak
Canada has suspended immigration documents for residents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda and South Sudan for 90 days, as Ebola outbreak spreads across Africa.
By Ronald Kipruto 9 days ago
Canada suspends visas for three countries over Ebola outbreak
Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, suspends flights to Kinshasa
Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five, Health Services Director-General Charles Olaro says surveillance heightened.
By Ronald Kipruto 13 days ago
Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, suspends flights to Kinshasa
TSC picks Sharon Kisire as its vice chairperson
Teachers Service Commission appoints Sharon Kisire as its new vice chairperson effective May 21, she succeeds Leila Abdi whose term has expired.
By Ronald Kipruto 13 days ago
TSC picks Sharon Kisire as its vice chairperson
Kenya grapples with rising femicide as Central leads in cases
At least 27 gender-based violence cases are under investigation, police say, vow to intensify efforts against rising femicide cases across the country.
By Ronald Kipruto 13 days ago
Kenya grapples with rising femicide as Central leads in cases
US sanctions Tanzania police official, bars him over rights violations
US sanctions Tanzania police boss Faustine Mafwele over alleged human rights abuses linked to torture of activists Boniface Mwangi and Agather Atuhaire in May 2025, bars him from entering US.
By Ronald Kipruto 14 days ago
US sanctions Tanzania police official, bars him over rights violations
Stolen police rifle recovered in Kitale, imposter arrested
Police in Kitale have recovered a stolen police firearm that was snatched from an officer in Sibanga by an imposter posing as a newly posted officer from Eldoret.
By Ronald Kipruto 14 days ago
Stolen police rifle recovered in Kitale, imposter arrested
'With all due respect, there's no deal': Kaunda breaks silence on bribery claims
The man who publicly contradicted two Cabinet Secretaries during the matatu strike talks says he was not part of the decision to suspend the industrial action.
By Ronald Kipruto 15 days ago
'With all due respect, there's no deal': Kaunda breaks silence on bribery claims
Jubilee leaders pile pressure on Ruto over fuel strike chaos
Jubilee Party leaders have turned the two-day fuel strike into political battering ram against Kenya Kwanza government, accusing Ruto's administration of poor leadership.
By Ronald Kipruto 16 days ago
Jubilee leaders pile pressure on Ruto over fuel strike chaos
DCI launches manhunt for suspects in viral Thika Road arson video
DCI has launched a manhunt for suspects captured in a viral video showing the torching of a Mazda CX-5 on Thika Road during fuel protests.
By Ronald Kipruto 17 days ago
DCI launches manhunt for suspects in viral Thika Road arson video
Togo scraps 30-day visa requirements for African countries
Togo scraps visa requirements for all African countries for stays of up to 30 days, but travellers to obtain a travel authorisation slip at least a day before arrival, its security ministry says.
By Ronald Kipruto 17 days ago
Togo scraps 30-day visa requirements for African countries
LSK wants IPOA to probe protest deaths and Central OCS's arrest
LSK condemns arrest and detention of Nairobi Central Police OCS Dishen Angoya, asks IPOA to investigate allegations of police intimidation.
By Ronald Kipruto 17 days ago
LSK wants IPOA to probe protest deaths and Central OCS's arrest
Lost your ID? You have until October 30 to replace it for free
Government extends waiver on ID replacement fees by six months to October 30, 2026, to allow more Kenyans to register for IDs, Interior CS Murkomen says.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Lost your ID? You have until October 30 to replace it for free
10 people killed as heavy rains, floods hit parts of Kenya
10 people killed amid ongoing heavy rains and flooding, Eastern region records highest fatalities; police say rescue efforts underway in other parts of the country.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
10 people killed as heavy rains, floods hit parts of Kenya
Vihiga lights up to Labour Day celebrations
61st Labour Day celebrations: President William Ruto arrives at Chavakali Boys, with CSs Mutua (Labour), Oparanya (MSMEs) and COTU Sec-Gen Francis Atwoli among key leaders present.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Vihiga lights up to Labour Day celebrations
Ruto rewards Sawe Sh8m, car for breaking London marathon record
Government awards Sh8 million and a car to world record marathon holder Sabastian Sawe after historic sub-two-hour London Marathon victory in 1:59:30.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Ruto rewards Sawe Sh8m, car for breaking London marathon record
Wanjigi calls for freeze of Treasury's Sh150bn 'shadow account'
Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has demanded a freeze on a Sh150.7 billion sovereign bond account, which he says the National Treasury is hiding outside the Consolidated Fund.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Wanjigi calls for freeze of Treasury's Sh150bn 'shadow account'
Heavy rains trigger landslide on Iten-Kabarnet road
Landslide on Iten-Kabarnet road caused by heavy rains blocks traffic, KeNHA says restoration efforts underway, urges motorists to use alternative routes.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Heavy rains trigger landslide on Iten-Kabarnet road
Anyone can visit State House, says Ruto amid backlash
President William Ruto has again defended visits to State House, saying all Kenyans have a right to meet him because he is their ‘employee.’
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Anyone can visit State House, says Ruto amid backlash
New twist as Mohammed denies theft in Sh42m CHAN insurance scandal
Embattled FKF President Hussein Mohammed denies any loss of funds in Sh42m CHAN insurance saga, says CAF secured cover; alleges a smear campaign amid leadership tussle.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
New twist as Mohammed denies theft in Sh42m CHAN insurance scandal
We will not be cowed: Linda Mwananchi storms Vihiga with show of force
Leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi movement have said they will not be intimidated as they campaign for Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi’s bid for governor next year.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
We will not be cowed: Linda Mwananchi storms Vihiga with show of force
Plane carrying 32 passengers veers off Mandera airstrip
All 32 passengers and four crew members aboard an aircraft that veered off Mandera Airstrip are safe, Kenya Airports Authority confirms, hours after incident.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Plane carrying 32 passengers veers off Mandera airstrip
Over 300 people displaced as heavy rains batter Mombasa
Two people rescued, over 300 displaced and property of unknown value destroyed in Mombasa flash floods, Interior Ministry says as rains expected to continue till Monday.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Over 300 people displaced as heavy rains batter Mombasa
'My life is in danger': Tuju alleges plot against him
Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has continued his claim that his life is in danger, alleging that he is being targeted by powerful individuals.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
'My life is in danger': Tuju alleges plot against him
Stigma, ignorance fuelling silent abuse of boys, advocates say
Legal and child rights advocates have warned that cultural attitudes and institutional failures are allowing sexual abuse of boys to go largely unreported in Kenya.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Stigma, ignorance fuelling silent abuse of boys, advocates say
Yet another committee: UDA, ODM form joint team to align gov't agenda
UDA, ODM to form broad-based management committee of party leaders, CSs and Nat Assembly majority and minority leaders to align executive and legislative agendas, amid rising differences.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Yet another committee: UDA, ODM form joint team to align gov't agenda
Inside LSK's demands over death of lawyer Tom Imbukwa
LSK demands probe into death of lawyer Tom Imbukwa, wants all responsible, regardless of rank, be held liable; to provide independent pathologist to ensure transparency.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Inside LSK's demands over death of lawyer Tom Imbukwa
Fuel hike: Court frees 10 protesters on Sh3,000 cash bail each
Court frees 10 protesters arrested during Tuesday’s fuel hike protests on Sh3,000 cash bail each; they face obstruction charges and inconveniencing road users.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Fuel hike: Court frees 10 protesters on Sh3,000 cash bail each
'Return the favour', Jubilee tells partners on looming Ol Kalou by-election
Jubilee Party is pushing its United Opposition partners to stand down from the upcoming Ol Kalou constituency by-election and consolidate support behind a single candidate flying the party's flag.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
'Return the favour', Jubilee tells partners on looming Ol Kalou by-election
Activists demand system overhaul as fuel protests rock Nairobi
Political activists and governance analysts have called for a complete overhaul of Kenya's governance system as protesters hit Nairobi streets, defying police over record fuel prices.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Activists demand system overhaul as fuel protests rock Nairobi
Vihiga County confirms anthrax outbreak, one person dead
One person dead in Ebusunzo, Vihiga County after consuming contaminated meat; authorities issue anthrax outbreak alert.
By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago
Vihiga County confirms anthrax outbreak, one person dead
Ebola: 56 samples test negative
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