MPs questions accuracy of learner data used for education capitation

The Public Accounts Committee has questioned the reliability of learner enrolment data used by the Government to allocate billions of shillings in education capitation.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

CAF inspection puts Kenya's AFCON 2027 preparations under spotlight

Kenya’s preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations have entered another critical phase as a Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection mission assessed key stadiums.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

NACADA arrests three in Jericho crackdown on counterfeit alcohol

Three suspects have been arrested and hundreds of counterfeit alcoholic beverages seized following a multi-agency crackdown on an alleged illicit alcohol.

By Mike Kihaki 23 hrs ago

Gachagua: 2027 elections technology tender already given to Korean firm

DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua claims IEBC has already awarded 2027 election ballot printing tender to MIRU System company; tender closes on September 1.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Gachagua: Gas cylinders seized from traders used in Ol Kalau campaigns

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua alleges gas cylinders distributed during Ol Kalou by-election were seized from small-scale LPG traders in government raids.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Sakaja confirms ODM overtures but keeps UDA exit plans under wraps

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has confirmed that he is under pressure from officials and supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to join the party.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Mvurya: Our eyes should focus beyond AFCON 2027 title

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has challenged FKF and the Harambee Stars technical team to develop an ambitious preparation plan capable of taking Kenya beyond hosting the 2027 AFCON

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

MPs tell Wetang'ula to give evidence on TSC job letters claim

Nyanza MPs deny receiving TSC job letters, say did not accompany Speaker Wetangula to State House and will await his explanation in Parliament.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

CS Wandayi warns politicians against interfering with LPG crackdown

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has warned politicians against attacking public officers involved in enforcing regulations in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

MPs pass Bill seeking funding for learners in informal schools

MPs pass Bill seeking funding for thousands of learners in informal schools to bring them into Kenya’s basic education framework.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Gachagua says opposition will name 2027 presidential candidate after Christmas

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua says the opposition will unveil its 2027 presidential candidate by March, urges Kenyans to remain calm.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

NCIC, clergy join forces to guard against election violence

NCIC, religious leaders and civil societies have joined forces to promote peaceful coexistence and prevent political violence ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

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Government under pressure as over 150,000 first-years apply for scholarships

More than 150,000 first-year university students have applied for scholarships under Kenya’s Student-Centred Funding Model for the 2026/2027 academic year.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

I paid the Sh50m, Tuju says as Karen mansion auction looms

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has rejected plans to auction his 20-acre property in Karen, saying the matter remains before several courts and tribunals.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan quits Jubilee for Gachagua's DCP

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan defects from Jubilee Party to join former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

'It is survival for the fittest': Gachagua rejects opposition zoning plan

Former Deputy President Gachagua rejects zoning in 2027 elections, says DCP welcomes constructive competition among other united opposition partners.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

CBE sound on paper but undermined by inequality, says expert

Kenya's Competency-Based Education (CBE) system risks being undermined by deep inequalities in schools, weak foundational learning and poor teacher preparation.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Parliament approves Sossion, Lentoijoni's nomination to TSC

Former KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion and TSC Director of Staffing Antonina Lentoijoni are set to join the Commission after MPs approved their nomination.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

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Back to School: The headache for parents and learners

Schools across the country reopen on Monday, August 24, for a nine-week third term that promises to be one of the most demanding periods in the 2026 academic calendar.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Government steps up fight on fraud in money transfer

The Government has intensified efforts to combat cyber-enabled fraud after a new analysis revealed that mobile money featured in half of the computer fraud cases.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Mudavadi rejects ICC calls as political violence rises

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has rejected calls for the International Criminal Court (ICC) to intervene in Kenya amid growing concerns over political violence.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Ruto's Maize input directive takes effect

President William Ruto’s directive to cut the cost of maize production is set to take effect in September, with the government announcing a 50 per cent reduction in the price.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Super Metro denies ferrying goons to disrupt Gachagua rallies in Kirinyaga

Super Metro has denied allegations that its buses were used to ferry political goons to Kirinyaga to disrupt meetings associated with former DP Rigathi Gachagua.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Relief for schools as government releases Sh18.5b capitation

Government releases Sh18.5b capitation, primary education to get Sh1.4b, Junior Schools Sh6.1b and Senior Schools Sh10.9b, Education CS Ogamba says.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Ruto cuts fertiliser Price to Sh2,000 in new relief for farmers

President William Ruto has announced a fresh reduction in the price of subsidised fertiliser, cutting the cost of a 50-kilogramme bag from Sh2,500 to Sh2,000.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Gachagua to Uhuru: We will deal with the government

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to stay away from the affairs of the current government.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Scrap smuggling pushes local manufacturers towards shutdown

Kenya’s battery manufacturing industry is warning of an impending production crisis as rampant smuggling of scrap lead-acid batteries to neighbouring countries.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Kenya unveil team for World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen

Athletics Kenya has named a 16-member team to represent the country at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Boarding schools are no longer sustainable

The Children Act banned corporal punishment. We cannot casually bring back the cane. The law gives children rights, just as it gives adults rights.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

IEBC steps up 2027 election preparations as voter registration hits 2.94 million

IEBC has stepped up preparations for the August 10, 2027 General Election, projecting a register of about 28.5 million voters.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

TSC nominees face tough questions on teacher promotion and welfare

The Education Committee has raised concerns over teacher promotion, welfare, staffing shortages and the management of teachers’ records as it scrutinises two nominees.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

IEBC sets February 10 deadline for public officers eyeing 2027 seats

Public officers seeking elective positions in the 2027 General Election must resign from office by February 10, 2027.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Ogamba defends university funding reforms

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with private universities.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Two die in mining tragedies

Two people were killed in separate mining-related incidents in Machakos and Siaya on Thursday.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Parliament set to vet Sossion, Lentoijoni for TSC Commissioner posts

The National Assembly is set to vet Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Director of Staffing Antonina Lentoijoni and former KNUT Secretary-General Wilson Sossion

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

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TSC faulted for lack of clear social media guidelines as it fights gag claims

The Teachers Service Commission has been faulted for failing to provide clear guidelines to teachers on how they should navigate social media.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Concerns raised over learners travelling to school before dawn

Schools are directed to adhere to 8am-3.30pm learning hours, Education CS Ogamba says no school public or private should require learners to report before 7.15am.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Raila Odinga International Stadium to be ready by November for AFCON 2027

The Raila Odinga International Stadium has reached 93 per cent completion as Kenya prepares to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Universities urged to turn entrepreneurship training into job

Universities must make entrepreneurship education more practical and focused on solving real-world problems.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Schools will open on August 24 as scheduled, Ogamba says

Education CS Julius Ogamba says schools to open for Term III on August 24, refutes social media reports of postponement, urges parents to rely on official notices.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago