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Kinuthia calls for reforms to support police athlete officers

National Police Service Commission (NPSC) Chairperson Eliud Kinuthia

Kinuthia calls for reforms to support police athlete officers

JSC: Misconduct claims against judges to follow rule of law

JSC: Misconduct claims against judges to follow rule of law

Interior ministry to create hub for cyber threat reporting

Interior ministry to create hub for cyber threat reporting

Ministry warns of growing cyber attacks on government

Ministry warns of growing cyber attacks on government

Keroche Breweries stages comeback, promises youth jobs

Beer maker Keroche Breweries is making a comeback after years of financial struggles and a tax dispute, focusing on job creation for the youth.

Keroche Breweries stages comeback, promises youth jobs

Normal operations at KNH resume after system downtime

Normal operations at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have resumed after a two-day system failure disrupted services, causing delays in patient clearance and administrative processes.

Normal operations at KNH resume after system downtime

ODM warns of education collapse over county funding restrictions

ODM has warned education programs in counties risk collapse following a directive from the Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang’o, imposing financial restrictions on county governments.

ODM warns of education collapse over county funding restrictions

Family to bury kin after hospital agrees to payment plan

A family in Nyeri is set to bury their kin after a hospital in Nairobi agreed to a payment plan to settle an outstanding Sh7.3 million bill.

Family to bury kin after hospital agrees to payment plan

Fire engulfs Taifa Hall at University of Nairobi

A fire broke out at the University of Nairobi’s Taifa Hall on Wednesday night, causing extensive damage to the iconic building.

Fire engulfs Taifa Hall at University of Nairobi

Pharmacy Board suspends, revokes licenses over patient safety concerns

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has suspended and revoked the licenses of several pharmaceutical practitioners for professional misconduct,

Pharmacy Board suspends, revokes licenses over patient safety concerns

Ruto in UAE for trade deal, energy talks at Abu Dhabi summit

President William Ruto left the country Monday evening to attend the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Summit in the United Arab Emirates, a global forum on sustainability.

Ruto in UAE for trade deal, energy talks at Abu Dhabi summit

Lawmakers launch campaign to tackle rising femicide, GBV

Lawmakers have launched a nationwide campaign to address the rising cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide.

Lawmakers launch campaign to tackle rising femicide, GBV

Forget about the naysayers, Kenya is going forward, Ruto says

President William Ruto has dismissed critics of his administration, asserting that their opposition will not hinder Kenya’s progress.

Forget about the naysayers, Kenya is going forward, Ruto says

Muturi breaks silence, slams government over abductions, deaths

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has criticised the government for failing to address abductions and unexplained deaths under the current regime.

Muturi breaks silence, slams government over abductions, deaths

Gachagua to Ruto: Tackle abusive language before blaming parents

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua criticised President William Ruto over his comments on the upbringing of children.

Gachagua to Ruto: Tackle abusive language before blaming parents

List of top performers in 2024 KCSE exams revealed

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba on Thursday, January 9, released the much-anticipated 2024 KCSE exam results.

List of top performers in 2024 KCSE exams revealed

2024 KCSE stars: Hard work and discipline led to our success

The release of the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results led to celebrations across the country as top achievers shared their journeys to success.

2024 KCSE stars: Hard work and discipline led to our success

Court rules former police boss Japhet Koome liable for violence against medics

The High Court has ruled that former Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome is personally liable for violence against striking medics in April 2024.

Court rules former police boss Japhet Koome liable for violence against medics

Court directs Police IG Kanja, DCI to produce four men abducted in Mlolongo

High Court has directed Police IG Douglas Kanja, DCI boss Mohammed Amin to personally present four men, allegedly abducted in Mlolongo last month, in court on January 13.

Court directs Police IG Kanja, DCI to produce four men abducted in Mlolongo

Firm expands paint outlets to meet rising demand

For many Kenyans, project planning is hindered by limited access to quality paints and construction materials.

Firm expands paint outlets to meet rising demand

KNEC releases 2024 KPSEA results for over 1.3 million learners

The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has released the 2024 Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) results.

KNEC releases 2024 KPSEA results for over 1.3 million learners

Police deny responsibility for abductions, promise continued investigations

The National Police Service has denied any responsibility for the recent abduction of four Kenyans last month.

Police deny responsibility for abductions, promise continued investigations

Ruto heads to Ghana for Mahama inauguration, focuses on trade and diplomacy

President William has departed to Accra, Ghana, to attend the inauguration of Ghana’s President-elect John Dramani Mahama.

Ruto heads to Ghana for Mahama inauguration, focuses on trade and diplomacy

They dropped me in Luanda at 3-4 a.m., says cartoonist Kibet Bull

Cartoonist Gideon Kibet, known as "Kibet Bull," has confirmed his release after being abducted by suspected state agents.

They dropped me in Luanda at 3-4 a.m., says cartoonist Kibet Bull

Owalo unveils team to boost government delivery

The government has appointed six experts to the Government Delivery Unit (GDU) to boost communication and stakeholder engagement.

Owalo unveils team to boost government delivery

Health ministry deploys team to investigate Makueni skies object risks

Ministry of Health has deployed specialists to assess and manage public health risks linked to a mysterious object that fell from the skies in Makueni.

Health ministry deploys team to investigate Makueni skies object risks

Mob stones murder suspect to death, sets car on fire at Chemase Police Post in Nandi

A murder suspect was on Thursday, January 2, stoned to death before being lynched by an irate mob while in custody at Chemase Police Post in Nandi.

Mob stones murder suspect to death, sets car on fire at Chemase Police Post in Nandi

KICD releases list of approved textbooks for 2025 curriculum

Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development has unveiled the approved list of textbooks for Pre-Primary to Grade 9 learners, tailored to meet the demands of the Competency-Based Curriculum.

KICD releases list of approved textbooks for 2025 curriculum

Kindiki: Kenya's economic recovery continues in 2025

DP Kithure Kindiki says Kenya’s economy is recovering, with improved stability in key areas including the shilling, household incomes and progress in reducing fuel and essential commodity prices.

Kindiki: Kenya's economic recovery continues in 2025

Nyeri family appeals for help to settle Sh7.3m hospital bill blocking kin's burial

A family in Nyeri is appealing for help to settle a Sh7.3 million hospital bill that has delayed the burial of their kin.

Nyeri family appeals for help to settle Sh7.3m hospital bill blocking kin's burial

Missing EABL manager Lilian Mbugua found alive in Murang'a

Lilian Nyambura Mbugua, a 28-year-old brand manager with East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL), has been found alive.

Missing EABL manager Lilian Mbugua found alive in Murang'a

Judicial Service Commission dismisses CAJ concerns on judicial transparency

JSC has dismissed concerns raised by the Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) regarding the handling of complaints against judges and magistrates.

Judicial Service Commission dismisses CAJ concerns on judicial transparency

Luanda Villa SC gets Sh3m funding to boost grassroots football

Football development at the grassroots has faced significant challenges due to limited resources and insufficient support for community clubs.

Luanda Villa SC gets Sh3m funding to boost grassroots football

Maraga: Leaders must take responsibility for abductions

Former CJ David Maraga has condemned the rise in abductions, particularly targeting social media users, calling for leaders to take responsibility in addressing the growing insecurity.

Maraga: Leaders must take responsibility for abductions

One dead as armed herders clash with KWS in Tsavo East

KWS has called for heightened security and community engagement after one herder died during a confrontation with armed herders at Tsavo East National Park.

One dead as armed herders clash with KWS in Tsavo East

Omtatah arrested as protests over abductions turn violent

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah was on Monday, December 30, arrested along with several human rights activists during protests in Nairobi against alleged state-abductions.

Omtatah arrested as protests over abductions turn violent

How Gachagua's impeachment could shape the country's future

The impeachment motion against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua began as a quiet discussion within Nairobi’s political circles, a shadow campaign lacking a clear leader

How Gachagua's impeachment could shape the country's future

Gachagua: Ruto should fix the economy, not dictate parenting

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised President William Ruto for neglecting economic challenges and rising abductions while offering parenting advice.

Gachagua: Ruto should fix the economy, not dictate parenting

KRA introduces PAYE changes affecting employers, employees

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced changes to the computation of Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) following the enactment of the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024.

KRA introduces PAYE changes affecting employers, employees

Verkooijen plans to resolve leadership, financial woes at UoN

University of Nairobi (UoN ) Chancellor Patrick Verkooijen has urged the university’s leadership to resolve internal conflicts, saying stability is key to achieving excellence.

Verkooijen plans to resolve leadership, financial woes at UoN

Experts warn of growing water crisis as forests are cut down for development

Kenya faces a critical water crisis, with 21 million people lacking basic access to safe water, according to UNESCO's World Water Development Report 2023.

Experts warn of growing water crisis as forests are cut down for development

Audit reveals irregularities in Narok West bursary, school projects

The Auditor-General has raised concerns over ghost learners allegedly benefiting from bursary funds intended for needy students in Narok West Constituency's National Government CDF.

Audit reveals irregularities in Narok West bursary, school projects

Patrick Analo: Poor management, illegal dumping behind Nairobi's drainage issues

Flooded roads, illegal dumping and unplanned settlements are crippling Nairobi’s drainage systems, which have barely expanded since 1963.

Patrick Analo: Poor management, illegal dumping behind Nairobi's drainage issues

Stakeholders convene to deliberate on AFCON 2027 security.

The East Africa region is stepping up efforts to ensure robust security for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.

Stakeholders convene to deliberate on AFCON 2027 security.

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