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Murkomen urges Judiciary to lift order on police recruitment
Murkomen argued that the recruitment was a matter of national urgency.
By 3 days ago
Murkomen urges Judiciary to lift order on police recruitment
Duale unveils Sh5.4b bailout and anti-fraud drive for Taifa Care rollout
Quarterly progress meetings will be held between the Ministry, SHA, and private healthcare representatives
By 3 days ago
Duale unveils Sh5.4b bailout and anti-fraud drive for Taifa Care rollout
Another Kenyan rescued after being recruited into Russian military
Sing’Oei has cautioned Kenyans to always verify the authenticity of foreign employment contracts,
By 4 days ago
Another Kenyan rescued after being recruited into Russian military
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Denis Kasyoki: The Mbooni philanthropist killed in a road accident
Witnesses said Kasyoki had overtaken the trailer and cut in abruptly, sparking a rear-end collision. The trailer driver applied emergency brakes, but the container toppled and landed on his vehicle.
By 4 days ago
Denis Kasyoki: The Mbooni philanthropist killed in a road accident
SHA whistleblower has not been fired, Authority says
SHA stated that it exercises due diligence to ensure transparency, emphasizing that only candidates who formally apply will be considered.
By 4 days ago
SHA whistleblower has not been fired, Authority says
Expect sunny, dry conditions across most areas - weatherman
North-eastern and South-eastern lowlands are forecast to remain largely dry,
By 5 days ago
Expect sunny, dry conditions across most areas - weatherman
Governors decry e-procurement crisis as Kindiki calls for aligned priorities
CoG says governors cannot pay staff after their budgets were wrongly mapped in the system.
By 6 days ago
Governors decry e-procurement crisis as Kindiki calls for aligned priorities
Explainer: How to register as a voter in Kenya
The Constitution also guarantees Kenyans abroad the right to vote. 
By 6 days ago
Explainer: How to register as a voter in Kenya
Russian embassy denies deportation of citizen linked to Kenya probe
The embassy says the businessman was scheduled to depart Kenya on the reported date.
By 8 days ago
Russian embassy denies deportation of citizen linked to Kenya probe
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Inside the Sh9m Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d Omanga gifted son
Locally, 2015 models start from around Sh4.3 million, while 2016-2017 units range between Sh8.2 million and Sh9.7 million.
By 8 days ago
Inside the Sh9m Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d Omanga gifted son
Unknown key figures behind Russia trafficking syndicate, DCI reveals
Victims reportedly pay between Sh1.65 million and Sh2.31 million for visas, travel, and accommodation.
By 10 days ago
Unknown key figures behind Russia trafficking syndicate, DCI reveals
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Shame of Ruto's delegation snacking through UN address
Someday in 2022, many giggled when President William Ruto indicated at a Kenya Kwanza parliamentary group meeting that leaders needed lessons on etiquette.
By 10 days ago
Shame of Ruto's delegation snacking through UN address
Second teen arrested over desecration of Kenyan flag
Both suspects have since been processed as police continue investigations.
By 10 days ago
Second teen arrested over desecration of Kenyan flag
Wetang'ula urges striking university staff to resume work
The strike has disrupted lectures, examinations, and research across 39 public universities.
By 11 days ago
Wetang'ula urges striking university staff to resume work
MPs push for urgent extension of AGOA to safeguard Kenya's trade gains
The preferential trade agreement grants eligible Sub-Saharan African countries duty-free access to the U.S. market. 
By 11 days ago
MPs push for urgent extension of AGOA to safeguard Kenya's trade gains
Doctors reject new music copyright regulations for hospitals
“Equating hospitals with clubs or hotels is unreasonable and inappropriate,” KMA stated.
By 12 days ago
Doctors reject new music copyright regulations for hospitals
LSK takes up case of man who died in a Mombasa police cell
A post-mortem examination revealed neck fractures, oxygen deprivation, and other injuries, including a broken hand.
By 13 days ago
LSK takes up case of man who died in a Mombasa police cell
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Why Kenyans deserve more than Ruto's photos in New York
With a lean delegation and just a handful of bodyguards, Ruto crossed zebra crossings like any other pedestrian.
By 13 days ago
Why Kenyans deserve more than Ruto's photos in New York
Ruto to push Africa's agenda on finance, climate and peace at UNGA
President Ruto heads to New York for UNGA 80 to push Africa’s voice on finance, climate, and peace, urging UN reforms and fair development funding for poor nations
By 15 days ago
Ruto to push Africa's agenda on finance, climate and peace at UNGA
117 magistrates promoted as JSC aims to improve access to justice
Among those promoted, nine magistrates rose to the rank of Chief Magistrate.
By 17 days ago
117 magistrates promoted as JSC aims to improve access to justice
University staff urged to end strike after receiving Sh2.7b dues
The CS urged the unions to comply with the court order and resume duties.
By 17 days ago
University staff urged to end strike after receiving Sh2.7b dues
Government releases Sh3.5b to clear doctors' salary arrears
The first instalment was paid in December 2024.
By 18 days ago
Government releases Sh3.5b to clear doctors' salary arrears
Wetang'ula: Africa ready for take-off if Africans take the pilot seat
The forum marked the 11th UNESCO African Week and the 9th Africa Engineering Conference.
By 19 days ago
Wetang'ula: Africa ready for take-off if Africans take the pilot seat
Murkomen backs police requesting fuel from distressed wananchi
Murkomen stated that fuel allocation is often depleted before the end of the month.
By 19 days ago
Murkomen backs police requesting fuel from distressed wananchi
Debate erupts over teachers' meeting with Ruto at State House
Advocate Willis Otieno took a contrasting view, criticizing the event as political theatre. 
By 19 days ago
Debate erupts over teachers' meeting with Ruto at State House
Government reports major gains in agriculture, jobs, housing, and health
Government says that construction of 161,911 housing units is underway, up from 8,872 in 2022. 
By 20 days ago
Government reports major gains in agriculture, jobs, housing, and health
KDF announces October recruitment drive
The deadline for the application is October 12, 2025.
By 21 days ago
KDF announces October recruitment drive
Ruto vows to construct bigger chapel at State House
Ruto says he is committed to improving worship facilities for staff at State House.
By 21 days ago
Ruto vows to construct bigger chapel at State House
Bhang valued at Sh7m seized in Sotik
The driver of the vehicle abandoned the car and fled on foot.
By 24 days ago
Bhang valued at Sh7m seized in Sotik
Makau Mutua defends protest victims' compensation panel
Mutua dismissed claims that the team is duplicating the work of existing bodies, such as IPOA.
By 25 days ago
Makau Mutua defends protest victims' compensation panel
Gov't fast-tracks Ithookwe Stadium for Mashujaa Day celebrations
The construction of the 10,000 capacity stadium has cost the government Sh700m.
By 26 days ago
Gov't fast-tracks Ithookwe Stadium for Mashujaa Day celebrations
City lawyer Kyalo Mbobu shot dead in Karen, Nairobi
Former Political Parties Disputes Tribunal chairperson Kyalo Mbobu shot dead by unknown assailants near Galleria, Karen; motive unclear.
By 26 days ago
City lawyer Kyalo Mbobu shot dead in Karen, Nairobi
DCI denies harassment claims by Human Rights Watch official
Namwaya had claimed that DCI detectives had threatened him.
By 26 days ago
DCI denies harassment claims by Human Rights Watch official
Motorists raise alarm over boda boda menace
The Association faulted police for turning a blind eye to blatant violations such as riding against traffic.
By 27 days ago
Motorists raise alarm over boda boda menace
Suspect in Sh5.1m gold scam arrested in Nairobi
The arrest followed a complaint lodged at Karen Police Station
By 28 days ago
Suspect in Sh5.1m gold scam arrested in Nairobi
Ruto lauds Parliament for making services accessible to Kenyans
Pupils who visited the PSC stand engaged in debates, question sessions, and mock sittings.
By 28 days ago
Ruto lauds Parliament for making services accessible to Kenyans
Ruto buys Sh1m Italian bull at Mombasa ASK auction
The three-year-old white bull, weighing 885 kilograms.
By 1 month ago
Ruto buys Sh1m Italian bull at Mombasa ASK auction
Maraga calls out Ruto on Jubaland forces presence in Mandera
Maraga says the move could embolden external actors and erode public trust.
By 1 month ago
Maraga calls out Ruto on Jubaland forces presence in Mandera
Govt disburses Sh294m to 109,000 households in arid counties
Mandera received the highest allocation of Sh59.6 million.
By 1 month ago
Govt disburses Sh294m to 109,000 households in arid counties
Kenyan police officer dies in Haiti road accident
The tragedy occurred during a recovery operation involving two vehicles.
By 1 month ago
Kenyan police officer dies in Haiti road accident
Hospitals lobby warns teachers against transition to SHA
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By Juliet Omelo
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Shabana moves to top of SportPesa Premier League table
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By Washington Onyango
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