Ruto meets university VC's as funding woes cloud higher education

President William Ruto on Thursday hosted vice-chancellors of public universities at State House, Nairobi, as persistent financial strain in Kenya’s higher education sector.

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Kenya enrols 100,000 in skills based training as reforms gather pace

Kenya has enrolled more than 100,000 trainees in modular Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) courses as the government pushes to align skills with industry needs.

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Learning across public universities paralysed as lecturers' strike

Learning in public universities paralysed after lecturers downed tools accusing the government of failing to honour two collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) worth more than Sh10.5 billion.

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Loan confusion hits universities despite Sh27.9 billion disbursement

Confusion has hit universities and technical colleges after some students missed out on Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) allocations, despite government assurances that funding remains intact.

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Why future of JSS hangs between primary and secondary schools

The Kuppet Secretary-General was heckled by Knut officials at State House on Saturday after calling for JSS to be domiciled in secondary schools.

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Revealed: How Sh10,000 'reimbursement' kept teachers overnight at State House

The image of teachers queuing overnight for handouts has left many questioning whether the dignity of the profession is being eroded in the name of political theatre.

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No student will be left behind, says Ogamba

The new rolled out funding model in higher education is aimed at maximizing disbursement of funds for learners across the country, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said.

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Teachers gained big at State House, says Omboko Milemba

Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) chairman Omboko Milemba has defended the Saturday meeting at State House terming it both historic and fruitful.

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Kenya's alumni networks giving back to struggling universities

Universities are increasingly leaning on their graduates for financial, professional, and reputational support at a time when most of them are reeling under debt and management crises.

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JKUAT's Dr. Fridah Simba appointed to Bandari Maritime Academy Board

The Director of the JKUAT Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Institute, Dr. Fridah Simba, has been appointed to the Board of the Bandari Maritime Academy.

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Shrinking democratic space as Kenyan youth push for inclusion

Concerns are growing over Kenya’s shrinking democratic space, with civic leaders warning that corruption, exclusion, and political cartels are undermining constitutional freedoms.

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Kenya backs Quad efforts to restore peace in Sudan

Kenya welcome the Joint Statement by the Quad comprising Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States on their consultations aimed at restoring peace and stability in Sudan.

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Slum communities tackling youth mental health

In the crowded informal settlement of Kibera, Mathare, and Kawangware, young people face a daily struggle that goes beyond poverty, unemployment, and insecurity the silent battle with mental health.

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Gachagua raises alarm over motorbike gangs spreading fear across Kenya

Former Deputy President Gachagua raises concern over the wave of killings involving criminal gangs, warns that the trend is sowing fear and panic across the country.

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Dr. Isaac Kalua launches "Green Life," memoir on conservation

Kenyan environmentalist, entrepreneur, and rural development champion Dr. Isaac Kalua will today unveil his new book, Green Life.

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Kenya condemns Israeli attack on Qatar

The Government of Kenya has condemned the September 10 attack on a building in Qatar’s capital, Doha, which left several people dead, injured others, and destroyed property.

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Kenya to engage IMF on new program, Mudavadi says

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi said the government will engage the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on a new program to guide the economy. 

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'I respect the rule of law,' says Irungu Houghton as he suspends part in Ruto panel

Amnesty’s Irungu Houghton suspends his participation in protest victims compensation panel after High Court order, says decision is out of respect for rule of law.

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DCI probing murder of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu

DCI launches probe into lawyer Kyalo Mbobu’s killing on Magadi Road, Nairobi, vows justice; urges public to share information to aid investigations.

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Lawyers mourn slain advocate Kyalo Mbobu

Kenya’s legal fraternity is mourning the brutal killing of renowned lawyer and scholar Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, who was shot dead by motorcycle assailants in Karen on Tuesday evening.

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Tony Gachoka: Elected leaders have betrayed the people

President William Ruto’s administration is presiding over a collapse of multi-party democracy, runaway corruption, and failed governance, says Nairobi gubernatorial aspirant Tony Gachoka.

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UASU issues seven-day strike notice to public varsities

UASU issues seven-day strike notice to all public universities and colleges, faults government for failing to implement 2021-2025 and 2025-2029 CBAs.

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Leaders call for Nairobi County dissolution over leadership failures

Weeks after Nairobi MCAs pushed for the impeachment of Governor Johnson Sakaja, fresh calls have emerged to dissolve the entire county government.

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Wrangles rock Cricket Kenya as board disowns purported CK T20 league

Kenya’s Cricket (CK) fraternity thrown into fresh turmoil after CK officially disowned the much-publicised CK T20 League, casting doubt on a tournament that had promised to revive the sport.

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Ruto urges Africa to unite, lead global climate action

President William Ruto has urged African nations to take the lead in shaping global climate action, saying the continent must act as a driver of solutions rather than a victim.

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St. George's Girls closed indefinitely after student unrest

St. George’s Girls Secondary School in Nairobi has been closed indefinitely following a violent protest by students after a teacher allegedly assaulted one of their peers.

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IEBC reorganises to rebuild public trust

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is restructuring its operations in a bid to deliver credible elections and restore Kenyans confidence, Commissioner Dr. Alutalala Mukhwana said.

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Siaya County bets Sh2 billion on hospital and stadium

Siaya County has begun a Sh2 billion upgrade of the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium and the expansion of Siaya County Referral Hospital.

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Ruto heads to Addis for Africa Climate Summit

President Ruto departs for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for the second Africa Climate Summit, to push for climate finance, equitable carbon pricing, and financial reforms

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NACADA intensify crackdown on illicit brew

National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has mounted a major crackdown on illicit brews across the country targeting dealers and consumers.

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Rift emerges over Kituyi's appointment as opposition Spokesperson

Efforts to build a united opposition coalition have hit turbulence after DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala rejected the appointment of Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi as the coalition’s spokesperson.

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Former Minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno dies at 80

Former Rongo MP and ex-Moi, Kibaki-era minister Dalmas Otieno dies at his home in Nairobi after a short illness, family confirms.

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Kerio Valley's most dreaded bandit surrenders

Kerio Valley’s most wanted bandit, Arthur Ruto Komen, surrenders at Tot Police Station, hands over firearm and ammunition, police confirm.

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Police officer shoots two Boda Boda riders in Thika, mob torch car

Tension gripped Makongeni, Thika Town, on Sunday morning after a police officer shot and killed two boda boda riders in a confrontation following a road accident near Makongeni Police Station.

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Tough choices for nearly one million freshers join colleges and universities

More than 990,000 students are joining universities, colleges, and technical institutions across Kenya, marking one of the largest intakes in recent years.

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Uproar after newly promoted teachers are transferred

TSC says the promotions are designed to plug leadership gaps in newly upgraded schools and strengthen instructional supervision as the CBC prepares to roll out into senior school from January.

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IGAD mourns victims of North Darfur landslide

The Executive Secretary, Intergovernmental Authority on Development Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu condole with families and communities devastated by a massive landslide in Sudan’s North Darfur.

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Kenya looks to build arena for global basketball events

Kenya will partner with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to build a multi-purpose arena capable of hosting major international competitions, including the Basketball Africa League.

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Schools drowning in debt as suppliers turn to courts to claim unpaid bills

Three weeks ago, Watuka Boys High School in Nyeri County saw its bus repossessed over a Sh11.8 million debts.

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Government unveils sweeping police reforms to restore public trust

The government has announced wide-ranging reforms to the National Police Service, aimed at transforming it into a people-centered institution that commands trust and delivers reliable security.

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