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Why Melinda Gates resigned from key role at Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
May 13, 2024 at 08:49 PM
Melinda Gates, co-chair of the renowned Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, announced her resignation from her role, marking June 7th as her final day at the foundation....
Kenya secures postponement of Stephen Munyakho's execution in Saudi Arabia
May 13, 2024 at 08:24 PM
In a significant turn of events, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has granted a reprieve in the case of Stephen Munyakho, known as Abdulkareem after his conversion....
US pledges Sh130 million help for Kenya in its flood mitigation efforts
May 09, 2024 at 06:25 PM
In a gesture of solidarity and support, the United States has announced a substantial contribution of Sh130 million to bolster the humanitarian efforts of the Kenya Red Cross in as...
Government pledges enhanced services for Kenya citizens in the diaspora
May 09, 2024 at 04:05 PM
In a reaffirmation of Kenya's dedication to its diaspora community, Roseline K. Njogu, the PS of Diaspora Affairs, conveyed the government's commitment to extending essential servi...
State aims for Sh1 billion daily revenue through eCitizen platform by December
May 09, 2024 at 11:22 AM
The Government has set an ambitious target of collecting at least Sh1 billion (approximately $8.9 million USD) in daily revenue through its eCitizen platform by December 2024....
Nairobi initiates comprehensive audit of city buildings for regulatory compliance
May 09, 2024 at 09:06 AM
Nairobi City County has initiated a sweeping audit of all buildings erected within the city limits over the past two years, aiming to ascertain their compliance with regulatory sta...
Here's why Friday is a public holiday
May 08, 2024 at 04:33 PM
Kenya has taken a bold step towards environmental stewardship and national unity by declaring Friday a public holiday for National Tree Growing Day....
UAE entity, B Commodities set for majority stake acquisition in Limuru Tea
May 08, 2024 at 03:53 PM
In a move that could reshape Kenya's tea industry landscape, B Commodities ME (FZE), a United Arab Emirates (UAE) based firm, is poised to acquire a controlling stake in Limuru Tea...
Schools to reopen for second term on Monday despite lingering flood threats
May 08, 2024 at 01:07 PM
After enduring postponement due to devastating floods, Kenyan schools are slated to resume their second term on Monday....
Governors want custom infrastructure fund to tame climate change challenges
May 08, 2024 at 10:32 AM
In the wake of widespread flooding plaguing numerous urban areas, the Council of Governors (CoG) has issued a fervent call for the establishment of a dedicated fund aimed at financ...
Four missing persons found after Uthiru residential building collapses
May 07, 2024 at 11:53 PM
In some news that has brought much-needed relief to the Uthiru community, the four persons who were previously reported missing, after a five-story building in Nairobi's Mountain V...
Kenya Railways announces return of commuter train services on select routes
May 07, 2024 at 10:28 AM
Kenya Railways announced the much-anticipated return of commuter train services on select routes, effective Tuesday....
Govt’s fertiliser subsidy faces the axe amid substandard product scandal
May 07, 2024 at 09:33 AM
The National Treasury is seeking parliamentary approval for a significant reduction in the fertiliser subsidy program for the upcoming financial year 2024/25....
Two KQ employees who had been detained in Kinshasa finally released
May 06, 2024 at 11:39 PM
Kenya Airways has confirmed the unconditional release of two of its employees, who were detained by military authorities in Kinshasa since April 19, 2024....
William Ruto pledges financial aid of Sh10,000 to flood victims for relocation
May 06, 2024 at 11:05 PM
President William Ruto has announced a vital lifeline for families devastated by recent floods in the country, unveiling a financial aid package of Sh10,000 per affected household....
KURA announces temporary closure of UN-Avenue as rising waters engulf road
May 06, 2024 at 09:08 PM
Residents of Runda woke up to an unexpected disruption on Monday as the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) announced the closure of UN-Avenue due to rising water levels following h...
British High Commission allocates Sh143.2 million for flood relief efforts in Kenya
May 06, 2024 at 08:15 PM
In response to the widespread devastation caused by flooding across Kenya, the British High Commission Nairobi has pledged an emergency funding uplift exceeding Sh143.2 million to ...
Reopening of schools for second term postponed indefinitely owing to floods
May 03, 2024 at 03:32 PM
President William Ruto has ordered the Ministry of Education to postpone the reopening of schools for the second term indefinitely due to flooding caused by the ongoing heavy rains...
Proposed 5 per cent Motor Vehicle Tax sparks controversy in Finance Bill, 2024
May 03, 2024 at 10:07 AM
The Finance Bill, 2024 has ignited a firestorm of debate with its proposal to introduce a new tax on motor vehicles, setting off a wave of concerns and discussions across the natio...
Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed makes history as Kenya first female Air Force Commander
May 02, 2024 at 03:19 PM
In a historic milestone for gender representation in the Kenyan military, Major General Fatuma Gaiti Ahmed has shattered the glass ceiling by becoming the country's first-ever fema...
53 per cent of Kenyans blame Linturi for poor quality of Govt subsidised fertiliser
May 02, 2024 at 02:28 PM
A new report by Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) Research sheds light on public awareness and perceptions surrounding the Kenyan government's Subsidized Fertilizer Programme ...
Kithure Kindiki leads, Mithika Linturi lags in latest TIFA cabinet performance report
May 02, 2024 at 02:05 PM
In a recent assessment conducted by the Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA), Cabinet Secretaries (CS) have been evaluated on various attributes including awareness, trustworthine...
KENHA closes five major roads due to destruction by overnight heavy rainfall
May 01, 2024 at 10:04 PM
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a series of public notices regarding road closures across the country caused by heavy overnight downpours....
Study reveals most preferred career choices among Kenyan Gen Z population
May 01, 2024 at 09:57 PM
In a recent survey conducted by Odipo Dev and Africa Uncensored, Kenya's Generation Z has spoken, shedding light on their attitudes towards work, top career preferences, and global...
Anne Waiguru mobilizes resources to tackle flood crisis in Kirinyaga County
May 01, 2024 at 04:19 PM
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has taken the lead in addressing the recent floods and landslides that have impacted several areas of the county....
Passport glitch at Nyayo House gives applicants chest pains yet again
May 01, 2024 at 11:08 AM
Kenyan citizens seeking passports face renewed frustration as a system failure disrupts normal operations at the Immigration Department....
Council of Governors Chair Anne Waiguru urges protection of devolution
May 01, 2024 at 12:26 AM
In a resounding call to uphold the principles of devolution, Council of Governors (COG) chair Anne Waiguru has urged Constitutional and Independent Offices to prioritize the intere...