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KNCHR: 1,376 arbitrary arrests, 610 injuries reported in the last five months

KNCHR has documented 1,376 arbitrary arrests and 610 injuries over the past five months, primarily linked to demonstrations held in June 2024.

KNCHR: 1,376 arbitrary arrests, 610 injuries reported in the last five months

CBK unveils updated banknotes

CBK unveils updated banknotes

No, thank you, Catholic bishops reject Sh5.6 million donation from Ruto

No, thank you, Catholic bishops reject Sh5.6 million donation from Ruto

Health ministry orders inspection of 126 spas and 34 plastic surgery centers

Health ministry orders inspection of 126 spas and 34 plastic surgery centers

End the culture of lies, catholic bishops tell government

Catholic bishops have sharply criticised the government, accusing it of lacking integrity and failing to fulfill key promises, including payments owed to essential service providers.

End the culture of lies, catholic bishops tell government

Senators call out Health, Tourism CSs for snubbing summons

Cabinet Secretaries Deborah Barasa (Health) and Rebecca Miano (Tourism ) have sparked frustration among Senators after failing to attend a scheduled meeting.

Senators call out Health, Tourism CSs for snubbing summons

Govt commits to streamline services at JKIA after complaints

The government has pledged to improve service delivery at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in response to passenger complaints.

Govt commits to streamline services at JKIA after complaints

Gachagua to Trump: Your win is proof that resilience triumphs over obstacles

World leaders have begun congratulating Donald Trump on his projected win in the U.S. presidential election.

Gachagua to Trump: Your win is proof that resilience triumphs over obstacles

Passengers entering Kenya required to submit IMEI numbers from January

Passengers entering Kenya will be required to declare the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of any mobile devices they intend to use while in the country.

Passengers entering Kenya required to submit IMEI numbers from January

Prime suspect in murder of three women in Eastleigh arrested

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Hashim Dagane Muhumed, the prime suspect in the brutal murders of three women in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

Prime suspect in murder of three women in Eastleigh arrested

President Ruto addresses surge in femicide cases

President William Ruto says the government will allocate the necessary resources to law enforcement to address the rising cases of violence against women.

President Ruto addresses surge in femicide cases

Gachagua created more enemies than allies, says Duale

Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has criticised impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of creating enemies instead of building alliances.

Gachagua created more enemies than allies, says Duale

October inflation drops to 2.7pc on decreased fuel, electricity costs

The inflation rate for October 2024 dropped to 2.7 percent from 3.5 percent in September, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).

October inflation drops to 2.7pc on decreased fuel, electricity costs

Havi criticises Supreme Court's decision upholding Finance Act 2023

Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi has hit out at the Supreme Court over its decision to overturn a Court of Appeal ruling that declared the Finance Act, 2023, unconstitutional.

Havi criticises Supreme Court's decision upholding Finance Act 2023

Lobby groups want Ruto to declare femicide a national disaster

Several institutions in Kenya have urged President William Ruto to declare femicide a national crisis and disaster.

Lobby groups want Ruto to declare femicide a national disaster

Gachagua impeachment: DCJ Mwilu can empanel a bench, court rules

The ruling came after Gachagua’s lawyers questioned the legality of the bench’s formation.

Gachagua impeachment: DCJ Mwilu can empanel a bench, court rules

DCI invites Gachagua to report assassination claims

DCI has summoned impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to record a statement regarding allegations of assassination attempts.

DCI invites Gachagua to report assassination claims

Kenya currently has no deputy president, says Havi

Kindiki was on Friday last week nominated by President William Ruto to fill the role, after Gachagua's impeachment a day before.

Kenya currently has no deputy president, says Havi

Five petitioners question formation of bench in Gachagua Impeachment Case

Last week, Justice Mwongo barred Kindiki from assuming the office of Deputy President following the case filed by the petitioners.

Five petitioners question formation of bench in Gachagua Impeachment Case

'This is not a TikTok moment,' Kingi tells Senators

Later in the proceedings, Kajiado Senator Seki Lenku also faced a reprimand after accusing Speaker Kingi of bias.

'This is not a TikTok moment,' Kingi tells Senators

Could Irungu Kang'ata be Kenya's next second-in-command?

Over the weekend, the governor reportedly met with some MCAs, hinting that he was among those being considered for the Deputy President role.

Could Irungu Kang'ata be Kenya's next second-in-command?

Kingi rejects objections over Orengo's role in Gachagua's impeachment trial

Senate Speaker Kingi dismisses DP Gachagua lawyers’ objection to inclusion of James Orengo as part of Nat. Assembly’s legal team, says no evidence quoted to prove gainful employment claims.

Kingi rejects objections over Orengo's role in Gachagua's impeachment trial

Pump prices drop by Sh8 per litre in latest EPRA review

The latest monthly review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has seen a reduction in fuel prices.

Pump prices drop by Sh8 per litre in latest EPRA review

Gachagua to face Senate plenary in impeachment trial

The Senate will hear Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment trial in plenary next week after a motion to form a committee failed due to lack of a seconder.

Gachagua to face Senate plenary in impeachment trial

Munyori Buku appointed Presidential Communication Service Head

President William Ruto has appointed Munyori Buku as the Head of the Presidential Communication Service.

Munyori Buku appointed Presidential Communication Service Head

I have no intention to resign- Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to stand his ground and fight to the very end

I have no intention to resign- Gachagua

Stop evoking emotions to win over Kenyans, MP Mutuse tells Gachagua

Gachagua impeachment: Kibwezi West MP Mutuse criticises DP for mentioning departed relatives to ‘whip up emotions, seek sympathy’; vows to table evidence against him.

Stop evoking emotions to win over Kenyans, MP Mutuse tells Gachagua

Kenya's GDP risks 2.6 decline by 2030 due to climate shocks

Environment Principal Secretary Festus Ngeno says Kenya’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) could decline by 2.6 per cent by 2030 due to climate shocks.

Kenya's GDP risks 2.6 decline by 2030 due to climate shocks

How transition to SHA has exposed gaps in data governance

To speed up the transition, the government began automatically migrating NHIF members to SHA without their consent.

How transition to SHA has exposed gaps in data governance

Kiambu doctors suspend services over salary delays

Doctors in Kiambu County have suspended services until their August and September salaries are paid in full.

Kiambu doctors suspend services over salary delays

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse tables motion to impeach Gachagua

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse tables impeachment motion against DP Rigathi Gachagua, cites 11 grounds for removal, Speaker Wetangula confirms.

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse tables motion to impeach Gachagua

LSK, ICJ demand justice for assaulted Mombasa blogger

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) have asked authorities to bring those responsible for the abduction and sexual assault of a Mombasa blogger to justice.

LSK, ICJ demand justice for assaulted Mombasa blogger

The 21 children we lost in Hillside Endarasha fire tragedy

A fire tragedy at Hillside Endarasha school dormitory claimed the lives of 21 children on September 5.

The 21 children we lost in Hillside Endarasha fire tragedy

Kalonzo, Wamalwa vow support for Gachagua

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and his DAP-K counterpart Eugene Wamalwa have pledged their support to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ahead of a potential impeachment motion.

Kalonzo, Wamalwa vow support for Gachagua

27 people still missing from anti-Finance Bill protests

Three months after the June 25 protests, lobby groups report that 27 people are still missing.

27 people still missing from anti-Finance Bill protests

Safaricom-led consortium was vetted before approval, says PS Kimtai

A section of Kenyans raised concerns about the ownership of Apeiro Ltd, one of the contracted firms.

Safaricom-led consortium was vetted before approval, says PS Kimtai

KMPDU blames ailing healthcare system for medical intern's death

The union warned that the continued neglect of unpaid or underpaid healthcare workers will further endanger their safety and violate their basic rights.

KMPDU blames ailing healthcare system for medical intern's death

Healthcare providers instructed to register for Health Information Exchange before October

All public and private healthcare providers have been instructed to register for the National Health Information Exchange (HIE) ahead of its rollout on October 1.

Healthcare providers instructed to register for Health Information Exchange before October

'Panya route, kitu kidogo' now in Oxford English Dictionary

Panya route and kitu kidogo are among the newest entries in the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) for 2024.

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'Panya route, kitu kidogo' now in Oxford English Dictionary

Ruto warns against rift between police and Judiciary

President William Ruto has urged independent institutions to collaborate for the public good, following a recent dispute between the National Police Service and the Judiciary.

By 2 months ago

Ruto warns against rift between police and Judiciary

National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja's nomination as IG

The National Assembly has approved Douglas Kanja Kirocho’s nomination as the next Inspector General of Police.

By 2 months ago

National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja's nomination as IG

Ruto chairs first Cabinet meeting since forming broad-based government

President William Ruto is chairing the first Cabinet sitting since the formation of a broad-based government.

By 2 months ago

Ruto chairs first Cabinet meeting since forming broad-based government

Mary-Ann Musangi elected Chairperson of Women in Manufacturing Committee

In a press statement, Musangi said her leadership would focus on advancing sustainability and innovation in the manufacturing sector.

By 2 months ago

Mary-Ann Musangi elected Chairperson of Women in Manufacturing Committee

Kenyans to receive IDs within 10 days starting October

Starting next month, Kenyans applying for new ID cards will receive the document within ten days, Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has said.

By 2 months ago

Kenyans to receive IDs within 10 days starting October

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