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EACC warns counties over conflict of interest
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has urged county governments to tighten accountability systems and fully implement the newly enacted Conflict of Interest Act, 2025.
By Mike Kihaki 7 hrs ago
EACC warns counties over conflict of interest
Rights groups threaten strike over rising femicide cases
A coalition of women’s rights organisations and human rights defenders has issued the government with a 40-day ultimatum to take decisive action against the growing cases of femicide
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Rights groups threaten strike over rising femicide cases
Ruto courts Kazakhstan for trade, AI and space technology
President William Ruto on Wednesday intensified Kenya’s push for new economic and technological partnerships as he held high-level engagements in Astana.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Ruto courts Kazakhstan for trade, AI and space technology
Sh19.3 Billion appeal for drought crisis
Special Programmes sector has appealed to Parliament for an additional Sh19.3 billion to bolster emergency relief operations as Kenya faces worsening drought conditions
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Sh19.3 Billion appeal for drought crisis
Crackdown on milk hawking in dairy sector reforms
The government has announced a nationwide crackdown on milk hawking as part of sweeping reforms.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Crackdown on milk hawking in dairy sector reforms
Govt steps up Ebola surveillance, Duale
Kenya has intensified nationwide disease surveillance and emergency preparedness measures following renewed fears of Ebola virus importation.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Govt steps up Ebola surveillance, Duale
Fuel strike paralyses learning into schools
The nationwide matatu strike triggered by soaring fuel prices plunged Kenya’s education sector deeper into crisis Tuesday, disrupting learning in schools, colleges and universities..
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Fuel strike paralyses learning into schools
Universities raise the bar in KUSF games
The just concluded Kenya Universities Sports Federation (KUSF) Nairobi North Conference League has once again revealed the growing competitiveness of university sports in Kenya.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Universities raise the bar in KUSF games
Dr. Imbunya feted as East Africa's emerging women icon
Public Service Principal Secretary Dr. Jane Imbunya has been named East Africa’s Emerging  Women Icon for Transformative Women Empowerment Leadership.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Dr. Imbunya feted as East Africa's emerging women icon
Sh11 B more to beat AFCON 2027 deadline
Kenya requires an additional Sh11.02 billion from the Exchequer to  complete key stadiums earmarked for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON),
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Sh11 B more to beat AFCON 2027 deadline
McCarthy faces emotional South Africa reunion
Kenya's Harambee Stars placed in Group D for PAMOJA 2027 AFCON qualifiers alongside South Africa (Bafana Bafana), Guinea and Eritrea
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
McCarthy faces emotional South Africa reunion
Photos: Nationwide fuel strike paralyses transport
Kenya’s major highways and urban roads were turned into smoke, chaos and confusion on Monday as a nationwide matatu strike.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Photos: Nationwide fuel strike paralyses transport
Schools shut as fuel price strike disrupts learning
Matatu protests: Most schools postpone Monday classes as roads in Nairobi and other major towns remain unusually clear, with PSVs staying off the roads.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Schools shut as fuel price strike disrupts learning
Kenyans gets to work by all means
Hundreds of Kenyans improvised difficult and at times dangerous ways to reach work on Monday after a nationwide matatu strike brought public transport to a standstill.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Kenyans gets to work by all means
Concern over management of Nairobi Food Certification Unit
The KEHPHPU has accused Nairobi City County of unlawfully deploying unqualified personnel to manage the Food Hygiene and Medical Certification Unit at City Hall.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Concern over management of Nairobi Food Certification Unit
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 3 days ago
Mbadi dismisses matatu strike, warns against "emotional decisions"
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 3 days ago
Strike aftermath: Death, chaos and paralysis
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 3 days ago
Kindiki: Don't exploit fuel crisis for political gain
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 3 days ago
TSC boss Mitei honoured at regions' Superwoman awards
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 4 days ago
Partial closure on Ngong road as KURA finalises Sh3.8 B junction mall viaduct
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 4 days ago
Universities turn to global partnerships amid funding crisis
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 4 days ago
Kenya on high alert over Ebola outbreak in DRC
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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 6 days ago
Senators raise questions over Sh45.8 billion Talanta Sports City Stadium project again
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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 7 days ago
PS Bitok warns over rising school unrest amid student riots
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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 7 days ago
Kenya pushes qualifications reform to match global skills
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 7 days ago
PS Bitok calls for heads to curb school unrest
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 7 days ago
UASU welcomes Prof Ayub Gitau as New UoN Vice-Chancellor
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 7 days ago
Emurua Dikirr rivals meet at the vote tally
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 7 days ago
Government push for disability inclusion
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 7 days ago
Question abounds on Sh45.8 B Talanta Stadium project
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 8 days ago
Bitok seeks Sh71.7 B to avert education funding crisis
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 8 days ago
Dr Gikonyo defends Gachagua medical report in impeachment case
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 8 days ago
All systems go for May 14, by-elections
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 8 days ago
Underfunding exerts pressure on labour sector and public service programmes
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 8 days ago
Parliament defends Gachagua impeachment, says process met threshold
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 8 days ago
Village elders may soon get Sh3,000 stipend
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 8 days ago
Somalia border still closed, Ruto says
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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 9 days ago
Knec to roll out digital exams next year in push to modernise learning
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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 9 days ago
Macron, Ruto seal pact on digital skills and youth empowerment
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 9 days ago
Ruto puts education, innovation at heart of Africa's future growth
One in four Kenyans likely to suffer mental health condition
Health & Science
By Wanjiku Kariuki
5 mins ago
Mother's Day illusions: The highs and lows of grieving women
National
By Noel Nabiswa
50 mins ago
Schools unrest, fuel price hike add burden on battling parents
Education
By Lewis Nyaundi and Mike Kihaki
50 mins ago
Rising cases of missing school children raise alarm over safety
National
By Lewis Nyaundi
50 mins ago
Ebola threat rises within EAC: Is Kenya set to handle possible spillover?
National
By Mercy Kahenda and Gardy Chacha
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