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Religious leaders unite to safeguard children
Major religious leaders have committed to protect children from violence, abuse and neglect by signing the National Religious Leaders’ Declaration on Child Safeguarding. 
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Religious leaders unite to safeguard children
Kanini Kega ditches Uhuru's party for Gachagua's DCP
This comes as fresh political realignments take shape ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Kanini Kega ditches Uhuru's party for Gachagua's DCP
AU condemns killing of Saf al-Islam Gaddafi
AU Commission chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf condemns killing of Libya's political leader Saïf al-Islam Gaddafi, urges calm, rule of law and investigations into the attack.
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AU condemns killing of Saf al-Islam Gaddafi
Nassir defends ODM leadership decisions
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has defended recent leadership decisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
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Nassir defends ODM leadership decisions
Lionesses step up preparations ahead of HSBC SVNS Division 2
Kenya Women’s national rugby sevens team, the Lionesses, returned to training on Tuesday morning at the RFUEA Grounds following a high-intensity preparation tour in Spain.
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Lionesses step up preparations ahead of HSBC SVNS Division 2
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How schools are struggling to teach pioneer Grade 10 class
Three weeks after the first cohort of Grade 10 learners, the pioneer class under Competency-Based Education (CBE) reported to senior schools, but learning is yet to take place
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How schools are struggling to teach pioneer Grade 10 class
TVETs hold the key to the Singapore dream
Now, bring us up to speed. What exactly does KUCCPS do and where does it sit within the government?
By 3 days ago
TVETs hold the key to the Singapore dream
ODM spares Kindiki in fight for bigger share of government
ODM party leader Oburu Odinga on Monday dismissed claims that the party is angling for the Deputy President’s seat, amid power-sharing negotiations with President William Ruto’s camp.
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ODM spares Kindiki in fight for bigger share of government
Address gaps in universities readiness for 2029 CBE intake
Pressure is mounting on the Kenya Kwanza government to urgently address persistent gaps in the implementation of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system.
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Address gaps in universities readiness for 2029 CBE intake
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Pathways without lanes: Senior school transition faces challenges
From shortages of trained teachers to inadequate infrastructure, particularly in county and sub-county schools, many institutions are struggling to deliver the pathways as designed. 
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Pathways without lanes: Senior school transition faces challenges
Chaos on the roads as matatu strike paralyses transport
Thousands of commuters in Metropolitan region were left stranded on Monday morning after sections of the matatu industry stayed off the roads, defying reports that a planned strike had been suspended.
By 4 days ago
Chaos on the roads as matatu strike paralyses transport
Ruto hits back at critics over education reforms
President William Ruto has launched a blistering attack on the previous administration and opposition critics, saying his government is correcting years of mismanagement.
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Ruto hits back at critics over education reforms
Oburu promises tough bargaining in talks with Ruto ahead of 2027
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders insist the party will continue engaging the government as it positions itself for the 2027 General Election.
By 4 days ago
Oburu promises tough bargaining in talks with Ruto ahead of 2027
Matatu operators announce weekly Monday strikes
Matatu operators have announced plans to hold a weekly strike every Monday, a move that threatens to deepen transport disruptions in major towns
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Matatu operators announce weekly Monday strikes
Nyota programme transforming youth livelihoods, Kindiki
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has mounted a strong defence of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s economic agenda
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Nyota programme transforming youth livelihoods, Kindiki
Teachers mourn colleagues in union voting accident
What began as a routine and spirited exercise in union democracy ended in tragedy on Saturday evening, after a horrific road accident outside City Primary School in Nairobi.
By 5 days ago
Teachers mourn colleagues in union voting accident
Relief for commuters as matatu strike is called off after talks
Commuters across the country breathed a sigh of relief on Sunday after matatu operators suspended a nationwide strike that had been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026.
By 5 days ago
Relief for commuters as matatu strike is called off after talks
Ruto declares war on garbage cartels in Nairobi
President William Ruto has announced a sweeping plan to overhaul garbage management in Nairobi.
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Ruto declares war on garbage cartels in Nairobi
KUCCPS targets schools for early career guidance as CBE takes shape
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) targets structured career guidance programme targeting learners under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
By 8 days ago
KUCCPS targets schools for early career guidance as CBE takes shape
Matatu owners: Deal with the rampant boda boda attacks or else
The Matatu Owners Association (MOA) has threatened to withdraw services nationwide starting Monday, February 2, citing what it describes as growing lawlessness by rogue boda boda riders.
By 9 days ago
Matatu owners: Deal with the rampant boda boda attacks or else
Oketch Salah fires back after Winnie Odinga interview
A charged public debate between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah has erupted over claims surrounding the final moments of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
By 8 days ago
Oketch Salah fires back after Winnie Odinga interview
Organisations step up youth skilling drive in TVET
Youth skilling has become a growing focus on practical, industry-driven training that aligns education with labour market needs.
By 9 days ago
Organisations step up youth skilling drive in TVET
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Why your child may start senior school unfunded
As the first cohort of Grade 10 learners settles into Kenya’s newly restructured senior schools, over a million students are attending without adequate government support
By 10 days ago
Why your child may start senior school unfunded
How new CBE pathways will benefit students
As the country grapples with youth unemployment, rising poverty, and urban insecurity, the government is moving away from an overreliance on academic grades toward the development of practical skills.
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How new CBE pathways will benefit students
TSC sounds alarm as teacher killings escalate in Garissa
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) raise concerns over the safety and security of teachers working in arid and semi-arid regions.
By 10 days ago
TSC sounds alarm as teacher killings escalate in Garissa
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Big numbers and top results: How headteachers manage
As student populations in Kenyan secondary schools continue to grow, principals are facing the dual challenge of managing large enrolments while maintaining academic excellence.
By 11 days ago
Big numbers and top results: How headteachers manage
Govt. to merge Senior schools with low enrolment
The Ministry of Education has signalled a major policy shift that could see some secondary schools with persistently low enrolment merged
By 11 days ago
Govt. to merge Senior schools with low enrolment
Leaders embraces youth skilling drive to tackle unemployment and insecurity
The government’s renewed focus on youth skilling is taking root at the grassroots across the country.
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Leaders embraces youth skilling drive to tackle unemployment and insecurity
Poor results linked to overcrowding in schools, FLANA report reveals
A new report by Usawa Agenda has painted a dark picture of primary education system in the country.
By 11 days ago
Poor results linked to overcrowding in schools, FLANA report reveals
Government warns principals against flouting fees directive
Education CS Julius Ogamba says government to take action against principals disregarding directive on admitting Grade 10 learners reporting without fees or uniform.
By 11 days ago
Government warns principals against flouting fees directive
Cofek raises concerns over funding gaps crippling National Labour Board
The Consumers Federation of Kenya (Cofek) has raised alarm over what it terms a deliberate neglect of the National Labour Board (NLB).
By 12 days ago
Cofek raises concerns over funding gaps crippling National Labour Board
Over one million Grade 10 learners report to Senior Schools
More than one million Grade 10 learners have reported to senior schools across the country, marking a major milestone in the government’s push for full transition under the reformed education system.
By 12 days ago
Over one million Grade 10 learners report to Senior Schools
Museveni appoints Flavian Zeija as Uganda's Chief Justice
Justice Zeija’s appointment follows his vetting and approval by the Parliament of Uganda, as required by law.
By 14 days ago
Museveni appoints Flavian Zeija as Uganda's Chief Justice
Sugar sector not in crisis, Kenya Sugar Board assures
Kenya's sugar sector is undergoing temporary challenges but remains stable as part of a long-term reform process aimed at sustainable growth
By 15 days ago
Sugar sector not in crisis, Kenya Sugar Board assures
Government kick off textbooks supply to Grade 10 learners
The government has begun distribution of grade 10 textbooks to learners in public senior schools across the country.
By 15 days ago
Government kick off textbooks supply to Grade 10 learners
The deepening divide in Senior school admissions
Transition to senior secondary school has exposed deep cracks in the education system, pitting government assurances against mounting frustration from parents, teachers and policy experts.
By 16 days ago
The deepening divide in Senior school admissions
Kanjama: How integrity is eroding confidence in Judiciary
Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama has raised concern over what he described as declining integrity within the Judiciary and the broader legal profession
By 16 days ago
Kanjama: How integrity is eroding confidence in Judiciary
Kenya secures German backing for 100pc clean energy target
Kenya and Germany have strengthened their decades-long partnership during a two-day official visit by Germany's Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul
By 16 days ago
Kenya secures German backing for 100pc clean energy target
Why Muhoozi wants to 'extinguish' Bobi Wine
Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has triggered international condemnation after issuing graphic threats to kill opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi.
By 17 days ago
Why Muhoozi wants to 'extinguish' Bobi Wine
Nairobi set to anchor UNESCO's regional hub in Africa
Kenya is pushing to position Nairobi as UNESCO’s regional hub anchor in Africa.
By 17 days ago
Nairobi set to anchor UNESCO's regional hub in Africa
Kenyan starlet Nikita Kering glows on new single "Dilly Darling"
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Oburu fires back at Sifuna over ODM leadership dispute
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Kenya-UK trade reaches all time high of Sh360b
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