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Tears flow for slain teacher as kin eulogise Ojwang' at solemn mass
Emotional tribute for teacher and influencer Albert Ojwang during his funeral service.Widow says ‘see you soon’ were his last words to her before his demise in police hands.
By 8 days ago
Tears flow for slain teacher as kin eulogise Ojwang' at solemn mass
Police, Quickmart dismiss claims of bodies hidden after Gen Z protests
The heavy police presence at a Supermarket premises in Nairobi's OTC area, several hours after the Gen Z protests cooled down has raised questions over what the state was concealing.
By 12 days ago
Police, Quickmart dismiss claims of bodies hidden after Gen Z protests
Traders lose millions to looters on rampage
Traders in Nairobi’s downtown area woke up on Thursday to billowing smoke and charred buildings, the aftermath of Wednesday’s protests that left a trail of destruction and despair.
By 14 days ago
Traders lose millions to looters on rampage
NACADA urges prevention first in war on drug abuse
The State anti-drug agency has rallied the country to prioritise prevention as the first strategy in the war against alcohol, drug and substance abuse.
By 13 days ago
NACADA urges prevention first in war on drug abuse
Dozens hurt as Kenyans mark first anniversary of Gen Z protests
Injuries mar the first anniversary commemoration of Gen Z protests in Kenya.
By 15 days ago
Dozens hurt as Kenyans mark first anniversary of Gen Z protests
IGAD urges member states to honour 10 per cent agriculture budget pledge
IGAD has urged its member states to honour a regional commitment requiring them to allocate at least 10 per cent of national budgets to agriculture.
By 16 days ago
IGAD urges member states to honour 10 per cent agriculture budget pledge
State halts market projects funded by the Housing Levy
The government has suspended the controversial utilisation of housing levy funds to construct markets across the country.
By 19 days ago
State halts market projects funded by the Housing Levy
Student unrest in technical institutions over fee hikes
Tension is rising high in technical colleges across the country as trainees lament over hike in tuition fees that they said have affected their learning progress.  
By 19 days ago
Student unrest in technical institutions over fee hikes
Treasury PS: State to automate debt servicing processes
Dr Kiptoo was appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Public Debt and Privatisation to respond to queries on the status of public debt. 
By 23 days ago
Treasury PS: State to automate debt servicing processes
Human rights groups demand DIG Lagat steps aside in Albert Ojwang death probe
Human rights groups have now joined the growing number of voices calling for Mr Lagat’s resignation
By 29 days ago
Human rights groups demand DIG Lagat steps aside in Albert Ojwang death probe
Kenya-China ties spark 200,000 Jobs, cultural boom
At least 200,000 jobs have been created through the bilateral cooperation between Kenya and China.
By 1 month ago
Kenya-China ties spark 200,000 Jobs, cultural boom
Cleric urge Ireland to halt aid to Tanzania over activists' detention
A cleric has urged Ireland to stop foreign aid to Tanzania should it fail to apologise over detention of activists Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan activist and lawyer Agather Atuhaire.
By 1 month ago
Cleric urge Ireland to halt aid to Tanzania over activists' detention
Nations urged to embrace dialogue amid escalating conflicts
Calls grow for nations to use dialogue in resolving escalating conflicts.
By 1 month ago
Nations urged to embrace dialogue amid escalating conflicts
Ruto revives Kazi Mtaani: Over 100,000 youths to land climate jobs
At least 100,000 youths are set to benefit from the Kazi Mtaani initiative.
By 1 month ago
Ruto revives Kazi Mtaani: Over 100,000 youths to land climate jobs
CSOs warn Finance Bill, 2025 will increase poverty
A group of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has raised concerns over budget proposals in the 2025 Finance Bill that, if passed, will reduce funding for essential programmes
By 1 month ago
CSOs warn Finance Bill, 2025 will increase poverty
Pesticides regulator questions Nyandarua potato study
A pesticide regulator has raised concerns over the credibility of a recent study that found Nyandarua potatoes to be unsafe for human consumption.
By 1 month ago
Pesticides regulator questions Nyandarua potato study
City Hall defies court order, evicts Woodley residents over rent arrears
Court ordered devolved unit to halt the evictions until the matter is fully heard and determined. Some residents say they are lawful title deed holders or beneficiaries of a 2019 rent waiver.
By 1 month ago
City Hall defies court order, evicts Woodley residents over rent arrears
PS Omollo: Homa Bay ready to host Madaraka Day celebrations
Homa Bay County will host the 62nd Madaraka Day as the country marks the attainment of self-rule from British colonial powers in 1963.
By 1 month ago
PS Omollo: Homa Bay ready to host Madaraka Day celebrations
Over 1000 families benefitted from State's parenting initiative
At least 1,000 families have benefitted from a parent empowerment initiative across the country, the government has said.
By 1 month ago
Over 1000 families benefitted from State's parenting initiative
Inventor Assistance Program shields Kenyans from exploitation
A new technology that helps in protecting inventors from exploitation has begun to bear fruits.
By 1 month ago
Inventor Assistance Program shields Kenyans from exploitation
Agency moves to revive cotton farming in Siaya and Busia
A government agency has initiated efforts to revive the ailing cotton farming in Siaya and Busia counties. 
By 1 month ago
Agency moves to revive cotton farming in Siaya and Busia
Underfunding blamed for child crisis in country, report reveals
A new report raises concerns over the underfunding of children's programmes in Kenya.
By 1 month ago
Underfunding blamed for child crisis in country, report reveals
PWDs demand the implementation of new laws to address systemic barriers
People With Disabilities (PWDs) now want a newly signed Act that guarantees them easy access to justice implemented. 
By 1 month ago
PWDs demand the implementation of new laws to address systemic barriers
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We called him Bob: Kenyans recall time with a down to earth Pope Leo
The new pontiff first came to Kenya in 2001 and has visited the country several times. He helped facilitate Catholic Church missions across the country, including in remote regions.
By 2 months ago
We called him Bob: Kenyans recall time with a down to earth Pope Leo
New family claims controversial Cheluget land, plans sale to government
The Narok land row has taken a new twist as more controversies emerge in the ownership and succession.
By 2 months ago
New family claims controversial Cheluget land, plans sale to government
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How police used forensic tools to nab suspects in Kasipul MP murder
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Thursday said a forensic analysis of the firearms collected directly links one to the shots that killed the MP.
By 2 months ago
How police used forensic tools to nab suspects in Kasipul MP murder
MPs call for better security at Ong'ondo requiem mass
Slain Kasipul MP remembered as a reliable leader during emotional requiem mass held under tight security.
By 2 months ago
MPs call for better security at Ong'ondo requiem mass
Gun linked to Kasipul MP's murder found as police arrest 10 suspects
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Thursday said that a forensic analysis of the firearms collected directly links one of the pistols to the shots that killed the MP.
By 2 months ago
Gun linked to Kasipul MP's murder found as police arrest 10 suspects
Duale launches health institute despite opposition from practitioners
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale was optimistic that KNPHI would enhance preventive and promotive healthcare geared towards the country’s pursuit of UHC.
By 2 months ago
Duale launches health institute despite opposition from practitioners
AUC Chairperson visits Juba amid tension, reaffirm support for South Sudan
Their deliberations, the statement noted, were centered on avenues to "enhance coordination and reinforce a unified approach to supporting South Sudan's transition."
By 2 months ago
AUC Chairperson visits Juba amid tension, reaffirm support for South Sudan
African nations urged to use data to cut import dependence
According to Zulu, funds amounting to 140 billion dollars are lost through mismanagement, inefficiencies, and outright theft across the continent every year.
By 2 months ago
African nations urged to use data to cut import dependence
Agony and silence: Family of missing police officer in Haiti demands answers
Benedict Kabiru's brother recounted the unbearable pain the family has undergone since they received the news that their kin went missing in Haiti. 
By 2 months ago
Agony and silence: Family of missing police officer in Haiti demands answers
Sixty Kenyans head to Iraq amid fears of work scams
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua on Friday flagged off 60 Kenyans to Iraq amid complaints over the legitimacy of the process.
By 2 months ago
Sixty Kenyans head to Iraq amid fears of work scams
Government suspends renewal of scrap metal importation licenses
Government freezes scrap metal import permits in regulatory shake-up.
By 2 months ago
Government suspends renewal of scrap metal importation licenses
Nothing to celebrate: Workers decry Labour Day amid hard times
Businesses alike, are lamenting of unfavourable operating environment, saying they have "no hopes" and "zero expectations" of positive outcomes from Labour Day. 
By 2 months ago
Nothing to celebrate: Workers decry Labour Day amid hard times
Refugees to showcase talent, entrepreneurial skills at displacement forum
Refugees will showcase their entrepreneurial skills and talent during this year's Africa Forum on Displacement, in efforts to market their products for economic independence and self-reliance. 
By 2 months ago
Refugees to showcase talent, entrepreneurial skills at displacement forum
Atwoli urges foreign investors to directly employ Kenyans
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged foreign investors in the country to employ Kenyans directly and not through outsourcing companies. 
By 2 months ago
Atwoli urges foreign investors to directly employ Kenyans
Health CS Duale launches probe into organ trafficking, Committee gets 3-month deadline
Health CS Duale forms organ trafficking investigation team, tasked with 3-month review.
By 2 months ago
Health CS Duale launches probe into organ trafficking, Committee gets 3-month deadline
IEBC selection panel dismisses reports of narrowing list of commission chair to four
IEBC panel refutes claims of shortlisting only four for commission chair position.
By 2 months ago
IEBC selection panel dismisses reports of narrowing list of commission chair to four
Investigative Committee on organ trafficking given 3 months to complete task
The investigative Committee on Organ trafficking has been given three months to complete its task and file a comprehensive report on findings.
By 2 months ago
Investigative Committee on organ trafficking given 3 months to complete task
JN Justino weighs in on what is ailing Coastal music
Entertainment
By Manuel Ntoyai
40 mins ago
Why more newborns are contracting HIV from breastfeeding
Health & Science
By Mercy Kahenda
50 mins ago
Security bosses nowhere to be seen as Masinde goes in the dock alone
National
By Irissheel Shanzu
50 mins ago
Debate on selection of Kenya's Chief Kadhi
National
By Standard Team
50 mins ago