Mbadi dismisses matatu strike, warns against "emotional decisions"

UPDATE: Treasury, Transport and Energy ministries to meet matatu owners this evening to resolve ongoing crisis, CS Mbadi says.

By Mike Kihaki 5 hrs ago

Strike aftermath: Death, chaos and paralysis

What began as a nationwide matatu strike over soaring fuel prices on Monday spiralled into deadly protests

By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago

Kindiki: Don't exploit fuel crisis for political gain

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has accused opposition leaders of exploiting the rising cost of fuel to incite Kenyans against the government.

By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago

TSC boss Mitei honoured at regions' Superwoman awards

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) acting Chief Executive Officer Eveleen Mitei, has been recognised as one of East Africa’s most influential public sector leaders.

By Mike Kihaki 6 hrs ago

Partial closure on Ngong road as KURA finalises Sh3.8 B junction mall viaduct

Motorists using the busy Ngong Road and Naivasha Road corridor in Nairobi should brace for temporary traffic disruptions during evening hours.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Universities turn to global partnerships amid funding crisis

Both public and private universities in the country are increasingly turning to foreign partnerships, donor-backed infrastructure projects and international academic collaborations.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Kenya on high alert over Ebola outbreak in DRC

Ministry of Health issues advisory following Ebola outbreak in DRC, urges counties to enhance preparedness and surveillance.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

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Senators raise questions over Sh45.8 billion Talanta Sports City Stadium project again

Sports CS Mvurya and PS Mwangi are at pains to explain the sudden increase in construction costs.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

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PS Bitok warns over rising school unrest amid student riots

Basic Education PS Julius Bitok has called for urgent and coordinated action to address the growing wave of unrest in secondary schools across the country.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

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Kenya pushes qualifications reform to match global skills

Kenya digitizes 600,000 plus learner records and more than 2,600 qualifications to align education with labor market demands and technology.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

PS Bitok calls for heads to curb school unrest

Education officials link rising school unrest to poor communication, harsh discipline and exam pressure; PS Bitok urges a more humane approach in schools.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

UASU welcomes Prof Ayub Gitau as New UoN Vice-Chancellor

The Universities’ Academic Staff Union (UASU) chapter at the University of Nairobi has welcomed the appointment of Prof. Ayub Njoroge Gitau as the institution’s 9th Vice-Chancellor.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Emurua Dikirr rivals meet at the vote tally

Two archrivals for the Emurua Dikirr constituency seat met for the first time after a grueling campaign.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Government push for disability inclusion

The government pledged to accelerate the implementation of disability inclusion laws and policies in a renewed effort to guarantee dignity, equality and economic empowerment.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Question abounds on Sh45.8 B Talanta Stadium project

The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing has raised tough questions over the Sh45.8 billion Talanta Stadium project.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Bitok seeks Sh71.7 B to avert education funding crisis

Education PS Julius Bitok seeks Sh71.7B for capitation, exams, textbooks, school feeding plan and Grade 9 classrooms as govt plans comprehensive schools.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Dr Gikonyo defends Gachagua medical report in impeachment case

Cardiologist Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo on Wednesday defended the medical assessment he prepared for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

All systems go for May 14, by-elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has confirmed that preparations for the by-elections scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2026 are on track.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Underfunding exerts pressure on labour sector and public service programmes

Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) under the Departmental Committee on Labour have appealed to Parliament for additional funding in the 2026/27 financial year.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Parliament defends Gachagua impeachment, says process met threshold

Parliament has defended the impeachment process that led to the removal of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from office in October 2024.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Village elders may soon get Sh3,000 stipend

Village elders will soon receive a monthly stipend of Sh3,000 for village elders across the country if the government proposal will be approved parliament.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Somalia border still closed, Ruto says

President William Ruto defends Kenya’s decision to keep the Kenya–Somalia border closed, citing renewed instability in Somalia and escalating regional security concerns.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

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Knec to roll out digital exams next year in push to modernise learning

Knec plans to pilot digital assessments in senior schools next year as part of wider education reforms aimed at modernising examinations and strengthening digital literacy under the CBC system.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

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Macron, Ruto seal pact on digital skills and youth empowerment

Kenya and France have deepened cooperation on digital skills, education and youth empowerment, with President Ruto and President Macron unveiling new training initiatives and innovation hubs.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Ruto puts education, innovation at heart of Africa's future growth

President William Ruto has placed education, youth empowerment and digital innovation at the center of Africa’s economic transformation agenda

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

France tightens health surveillance on deadly Hantavirus cases

French authorities have moved to strengthen health surveillance and tracing measures following concerns over the spread of hantavirus infections linked to an international cruise ship.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Ruto, Macron push for African financial sovereignty ahead of G7 talks

President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron have called for a new global partnership framework that places Africa at the center of decisions on development financing.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Four-month closure of Eldoret Road for Nairobi River Bridge works

Motorists using Eldoret Road in Nairobi will face major traffic disruptions  after the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) announced the closure of a section of the road

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

IEBC receives election materials ahead of Emurua Dikirr and ward by-elections

Ballot papers for Emurua Dikirr, Porro and Endo ward by-elections arrive at JKIA, IEBC says all polling stations to get papers by Wednesday ahead of the vote on Thursday.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Kenya, France deepen partnership on education, youth, innovation

President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron have unveiled an ambitious Kenya-France partnership targeting education reforms

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Uhuru in Uganda for Museveni's inauguration

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta arrives in Kampala, Uganda, ahead of swearing-in ceremony of President Yoweri Museveni, scheduled to take place tomorrow after his re-election in January.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Guterres demands global financial justice for Africa

UN Secretary-General António Guterres used the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi to demand sweeping reforms to global financial institutions.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Kenya turns to farmers and schools to drive tree planting campaign

The country is relying on private agricultural networks and community institutions to accelerate its ambitious plan to plant 15 billion trees by 2032

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

13 suspects arrested in Trans Nzoia gang crackdown

13 suspects arrested in Gitwamba, Trans-Nzoia county on Saturday in an operation targeting criminal gangs, NPS says.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Fog disrupts KQ flights, forces diversions

KQ diverts two regional flights to Kilimanjaro Airport due to fog and reduced visibility at JKIA, flights later landed safely in Nairobi.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

President Maada Bio arrives for Africa Forward Summit

Liberian President Joseph Boakai arrives in Nairobi for the Africa Forward Summit set for May 11-12, bringing together African leaders to boost Africa-France ties.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

In pictures: Ruto, Sakaja inspect Nairobi CBD overhaul

President William Ruto on Saturday night led an inspection tour of ongoing roadworks and Non-Motorised Transport (NMT) projects within Nairobi’s Central Business District.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

CAF President Motsepe in Nairobi as AFCON 2027 preparations intensify

Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe is expected in Nairobi for the Africa Forward Summit scheduled for May 11–12, 2026.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Football legend Allan Thigo to be cremated, family says

Harambee Stars and Gor Mahia legend Allan Thigo to be cremated within 72 hours, family says it was his final wish.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Qualifications conference to shape future of skills, education and employability

Kenya is set to host a regional and international forum next week aimed at transforming how qualifications are defined, recognised and linked to employment.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago