Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara livestreams arrest after defying DCI summons

The arrest came a day after she rejected the DCI summons, terming Section 132 of the Penal Code, which had been used to summon her, as unconstitutional.

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Bodies of three missing men found at Naivasha mortuary

The bodies of three men who went missing two days ago from Kiambogo village in Naivasha have been found at the Naivasha sub-county hospital mortuary. 

By 9 days ago

Shot from behind: Family seeks justice for fisherman killed during Saba Saba protests

Emotions ran high at the facility as the family tried to come to terms with the incident that occurred last week during the demonstrations in the lakeside town.

By 9 days ago

Demonstrations rattle Naivasha's economy, raise fears of job losses

Wamaitha underscored the need for peace, noting that the protests have negatively impacted the local economy, particularly the flower and fishing industries.

By 10 days ago

Autopsy shows two Saba Saba protestors died of gunshot wounds

A post-mortem report has revealed that the two youth killed in Naivasha during Saba Saba protest died of gunshot wounds to the stomach.

By 10 days ago

Another protester shot during Saba Saba demos succumbs to injuries

All three victims of the police shooting suffered gunshot wounds to the stomach in Naivasha, according to a report from the hospital.

By 16 days ago

Medic reported missing last week found dead

Decomposing body of Jane Wambui Njoroge, a clinical officer stationed at Naivasha sub-county hospital was discovered buried in a shallow grave in her compound in Raini village.

By 15 days ago

Naivasha business community puts goons on notice over looting, vandalism

The business community in Naivasha has vowed to use all means to protect their property and deal with the goons involved in looting and vandalism.

By 15 days ago

Ndindi faults state over failure to tame violent protests

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government over the killing of 50 Kenyans within a month during protests across the county.

By 15 days ago

Youths block roads in Naivasha ahead of Saba Saba Day

The most affected areas included Kayole, Kinungi, Ihindu, and the Flyover, where the youths demanded fees from drivers to allow their vehicles to pass.

By 18 days ago

The Nairobi Hospital dismisses report of a takeover by splinter group

The chairman accused certain individuals of attempting to mislead the public by promoting a false narrative, describing these attempts as baseless.

By 18 days ago

Kenya approves trials for genetically modified vaccines to combat livestock diseases

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has approved field trials for testing Genetically Modified (GM) vaccines aimed at controlling various livestock diseases.

By 21 days ago

Police arrest 41 suspects of vandalism and looting in Naivasha

Police in Naivasha have arrested 41 suspects linked to the looting and destruction of property worth millions of shillings during last week’s demonstrations.

By 22 days ago

CS Ruku visits NYS Gilgil Academy in preparation for 20,000 new recruits

Ruku assessed emphasised that the government is fully committed to expanding the service as a key strategy for youth empowerment and national development.

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NHC, Machakos University ink Sh1b hostel deal to ease student housing crisis

Machakos University will benefit from the construction of 3,000 hostel units through a partnership with the National Housing Corporation.

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Eight new GMO cassava varieties set for final trials

Eight new varieties of genetically modified cassava are ready for trials, according to the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service.

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KenGen to add 63MW to grid by 2026

According to the power generation company, rehabilitation of the Olkaria I power plant was at 70 percent complete.

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Concern over rising HIV infections among the youth

New cases of HIV-AIDS infections in the country are on the rise, mainly among the youth.

By 1 month ago

Government fails to meet its target in reducing HIV infections

In the joint annual programme review, HIV-Aids deaths between 2020 and 2024 reduced by a mere 2.5 percent against the targeted 50 percent.

By 1 month ago

Dam tragedy survivors get mental health help

According to Pastor John Njoroge from PISGHA Academy, the medical camp had come at the right time, as families were undergoing untold suffering.

By 1 month ago

Lake Naivasha fish fit for consumption, county says

The Department of Fisheries in Nakuru County has declared fish from Lake Naivasha safe and fit for human consumption.

By 1 month ago

Cases against GMOs hurting agriculture sector, Kagwe says

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, cases of new pests and diseases could be dealt with through biotechnology, but the litigations were affecting this.

By 1 month ago

Naivasha lorry driver arrested in multi-million shilling smuggling sting

According to Naivasha DCIO Isaac Kiama, police acting on a tip-off had flagged down the lorry as part of ongoing investigations.

By 1 month ago

Senators raise alarm over theft of research land

According to Wakoli, unscrupulous people, in collusion with government officials, have been targeting KALRO land for illegal acquisition.

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Why 40pc of local supply chain practitioners are quacks

An investigation in 109 institutions by the Kenya Institute of Supply Management has revealed a troubling trend of noncompliance by staff.

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Senate orders flower farm to compensate sacked workers

The Senate has declared illegal a move by a Naivasha-based flower farm to terminate the services of over 500 workers in 2023.

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Engineers cry foul over infrastructural projects

The Institute of Engineers of Kenya has accused the government of failing to involve the association in capital projects, instead relying on foreign contractors.

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Murkomen calls for punitive action to tame enforced disappearance

Murkomen wants the law to introduce punitive fines to those found culpable of ‘self-kidnapping’ in the wake of the saga surrounding Juja MP George Koimburi.

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CoG accuses executive, MPs of frustrating devolution

The Council of Governors (COG) accuses the executive and National Assembly of frustrating counties under the pretext of oversight.

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KenGen monitoring rising water levels at Masinga dam

KenGen says it has implemented a real-time monitoring system across the dams that will provide early warnings for potential risks and ensure efficient water usage.

By 1 month ago

Outcry grows over withdrawal of security for Naivasha, Kipipiri MPs

Naivasha residents are reading mischief in the move by the government to withdraw the security personnel for area MP Jane Kihara and her Kipipiri counterpart Wanjiku Muhia.

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MP Kihara condemns security withdrawal, alleged intimidation of Gachagua allies

Her remarks follow the recent abduction of Juja MP George Koimburi, who was later found abandoned in a coffee plantation, with police implicated in the incident.

By 1 month ago

Tragedy strikes in Naivasha as two children die in house fire

One other child managed to escape unharmed as the house and its contents were completely destroyed, resulting in property damage worth thousands of shillings.

By 1 month ago

Well-wishers step in to resettle Mai Mahiu flood victims after government delays

According to Job Okello, the regional coordinator for Rotary in Nakuru, the 18 families were the most affected after losing all their property and their kin.

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Plans to phase out fossil energy by 2030 hang in balance

Plans to phase out fossil energy in the country by 2030 hang in the balance due to financial constraints.

By 2 months ago

Naivasha peasant farmers to get piped water after 18-year wait

According to Hellsgate Ward MCA Virginia Wamaitha, the project collapsed after the community was overwhelmed by the rising power bills.

By 2 months ago

52-year-old night guard found dead after losing job in Naivasha

The move comes a week after health practitioners in Naivasha raised their concern over an increase in cases of suicide among school-going children.

By 2 months ago

Power imports from region rise by 79pc

The move to import electricity in the period affected geothermal production, which fell by over five per cent with the country relying on the imports.

By 2 months ago

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Who killed Father Ndegwa? Church silent as mystery surrounds priest's death

On Thursday of last week, Father Ndegwa, was reportedly kidnapped by unknown assailants and driven towards Gilgil.

By 2 months ago

Residents raise concern over accidents along Naivasha-Maraigushu road

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has been urged to erect speed bumps along the Naivasha-Maraigushu road following an increase in road accidents.

By 2 months ago