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Press Freedom day is far from free, Rights groups say

Human rights groups have condemned the arrest of four film producers under unclear circumstances, calling it a threat to press freedom.

Press Freedom day is far from free, Rights groups say

Five officers killed, eight injured in Boni Forest operation

Five officers killed, eight injured in Boni Forest operation

Reprieve for tea farmers and exporters

Reprieve for tea farmers and exporters

Ray of hope for fibroid patients

Ray of hope for fibroid patients

Police intercept lorry carrying illegal ethanol in Webuye

Lorry suspected of ferrying illegal ethanol intercepted by police in Webuye

Police intercept lorry carrying illegal ethanol in Webuye

'Soko ni kubwa,' says Mutua on sexual harassment at the workplace

Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua now says his ministry is taking me to address sexual harassment in the workplace.

'Soko ni kubwa,' says Mutua on sexual harassment at the workplace

Explained: Why ambulances use sirens even without patients onboard

Kihuga explains several legitimate reasons an ambulance may be speeding with its siren on, even if it's empty.

Explained: Why ambulances use sirens even without patients onboard

'Embarrassing!' Kenyans react after MPs condemn 'Blood Parliament' documentary

Mandera North MP Bashir Abdullahi has drawn public ire after appearing to downplay the deadly BBC documentary on protests.

'Embarrassing!' Kenyans react after MPs condemn 'Blood Parliament' documentary

Ruto: University debts to be cleared within three years

Government to clear all university debt within 2 to 3 years; 23 previously bankrupt institutions are recovering, President Ruto says.

Ruto: University debts to be cleared within three years

Remembering Edward Kwach

Celebrated radio presenter and media personality Edward Kwach has been remembered as a voice that defined a generation of radio in Kenya

Remembering Edward Kwach

Ruto, Wetangula arrive at the Vatican for Pope Francis's funeral

President William Ruto has arrived at the Vatican ahead of the burial of Pope Francis.

Ruto, Wetangula arrive at the Vatican for Pope Francis's funeral

'ODM is not in government,' says Raila amid backlash

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has defended the party’s decision to work with the government

'ODM is not in government,' says Raila amid backlash

Pharmacy Board recalls paracetamol injections over safety concerns

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has recalled three paracetamol injections, including Lumidol, Blink, and Paragen, citing safety concerns

Pharmacy Board recalls paracetamol injections over safety concerns

'All talk, no execution!' Vietnam Gas President blasts Kenya's leadership

For months, President William Ruto has been lauded for his eloquence, persuasive language, and visionary rhetoric.

'All talk, no execution!' Vietnam Gas President blasts Kenya's leadership

Government expands e-Citizen access to boost service delivery

Kenyans can now access more than 22,000 government services online, up from just 300 two years ago.

Government expands e-Citizen access to boost service delivery

Wamalwa's DAP-K raises alarm over IEBC leaks, foreign policy silence

DAP-K has criticized the Kenya Kwanza administration for failing to update the country on the status of foreign policy and the outcomes of bilateral agreements signed by President Ruto.

Wamalwa's DAP-K raises alarm over IEBC leaks, foreign policy silence

It won't be business as usual, Duale warns non-compliant health facilities

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has directed the Clinical Officers Council (COC) to re-inspect all unqualified and non-compliant health facilities in the country.

It won't be business as usual, Duale warns non-compliant health facilities

Committee to file report on organ trafficking claims at Mediheal within 80 days

The National Assembly Health Committee has launched an inquiry into organ trafficking allegations at Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret.

Committee to file report on organ trafficking claims at Mediheal within 80 days

Easter holiday traditions you should know about

As Christian faithful around the world prepare to culminate the Easter holiday tomorrow, April 20, many may reflect on the meaning of Easter and the traditions.

Easter holiday traditions you should know about

Where is Lissu? Tanzania opposition demands access to detained leader

Tanzanian opposition leaders are now demanding access to detained party chairman Tundu Lissu, saying it is his constitutional right.

Where is Lissu? Tanzania opposition demands access to detained leader

Interpol, FBI probe CBEX scam in Kenya and Nigeria

Thousands of traders across Africa have been left reeling after an online trading platform collapsed, vanishing with their money, in the millions.

Interpol, FBI probe CBEX scam in Kenya and Nigeria

Swarup Mishra suspended as Kenya BioVax chair

President Ruto suspends Swarup Mishra as Kenya BioVax Institute chair, pending probe into organ trafficking allegations at Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret.

Swarup Mishra suspended as Kenya BioVax chair

'Ignore the noise, focus on the goal,' Ruto tells newly sworn-in CSs

President William Ruto has dismissed criticism of his administration, saying he will continue to make tough decisions—and is prepared to pay the price.

'Ignore the noise, focus on the goal,' Ruto tells newly sworn-in CSs

Nassir moves to tame illegal prescription drug sales in Mombasa

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir is a man on mission.

Nassir moves to tame illegal prescription drug sales in Mombasa

Kindiki to the Church: Correct us with love

The Kenya Kwanza administration has had a complex relationship with the Church, marked by generous government donations on one hand, and public disagreements on the other.

Kindiki to the Church: Correct us with love

Kericho Governor Mutai slams Malala over controversial school play

Mutai accused Malala of taking Butere Girls High School students to the drama festivals despite not being qualified to do so.

Kericho Governor Mutai slams Malala over controversial school play

Spot check: Stranded commuters, parked buses as Super Metro grounded

Commuters using Super Metro Sacco buses within Nairobi and its metropolitan counties were left stranded for the better part of Tuesday morning.

Spot check: Stranded commuters, parked buses as Super Metro grounded

Government cracks down on harmful pesticide imports

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has stated it is on cause to fight the importation of harmful pesticides in the country.

Government cracks down on harmful pesticide imports

Mutula Kilonzo walks back 'reckless' HIV remarks after uproar

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has come under fire for comments he made about the high prevalence of HIV in Homa Bay County.

Mutula Kilonzo walks back 'reckless' HIV remarks after uproar

Ogamba revokes appointments of four UoN Council members

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has revoked the appointment of four members of the University of Nairobi Council, effective April 11.

Ogamba revokes appointments of four UoN Council members

European embassies raise concern over South Sudan political tensions

European countries have raised concerns over rising political tensions and the fragile peace process in South Sudan.

European embassies raise concern over South Sudan political tensions

We're not threatened nor in the censorship business, Murkomen on Echoes of War controversy

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed reports that the government is ‘threatened’ by Echoes of War.

We're not threatened nor in the censorship business, Murkomen on Echoes of War controversy

Shattered echoes: Malala decries intimidation, says no explanation given for arrest

Cleophas Malala condemns government for intimidation against Butere Girls students, says no explanation given for his detention

Shattered echoes: Malala decries intimidation, says no explanation given for arrest

Butere Girls refused to perform their play voluntarily- CS Ogamba

Education CS Ogamba says government did not stop Butere Girls from performing, claims students voluntarily declined, insisting on Malala’s presence despite him not being a teacher or play’s director

Butere Girls refused to perform their play voluntarily- CS Ogamba

ODM condemns Butere Girls and Journalists mistreatment, demands staging of play

Echoes of War: ODM condemns mistreatment of Butere Girls students, journalists, and other festival attendees; demands authorities allow the play to be staged.

ODM condemns Butere Girls and Journalists mistreatment, demands staging of play

Police officers culpable in attacks on journalists to face action

National Police Service (NPS) condemns harassment of journalists and mistreatment of Butere Girls students during the Drama Festival in Nakuru.

Police officers culpable in attacks on journalists to face action

Arab Bank for economic development in Africa names new president

Abdullah Almusaibeeh has been appointed the new president of the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA).

Arab Bank for economic development in Africa names new president

Found in hours, missing for months: KWS faces backlash after family rescue

Found in hours, missing for months: KWS faces backlash after family rescue.

Found in hours, missing for months: KWS faces backlash after family rescue

It's a two-woman race for Kenya Editors Guild presidency

The much-anticipated Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) elections have narrowed to a two-woman contest, with seasoned journalists Zubeidah Kananu and Yvonne Okwara set to face off for the presidency.

It's a two-woman race for Kenya Editors Guild presidency

Waititu's Farmers Party exits Kenya Kwanza

Led by former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, the Farmers Party has issued a 30-day notice signaling its plan to leave the coalition.

Waititu's Farmers Party exits Kenya Kwanza

Former Chepalungu MP John Koech is dead

Former Chepalungu MP John Koech dies after a long illness while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital, family confirms.

Former Chepalungu MP John Koech is dead

Rwanda, Benin, Seychelles lead Africa in visa openness

Benin, Seychelles, The Gambia, and Rwanda ranked highest for visa openness, offering visa-free access to travelers from across the continent.

Rwanda, Benin, Seychelles lead Africa in visa openness

I will uphold media freedom, Broadcasting PS nominee Isaboke says

Broadcasting PS nominee Stephen Isaboke declares a net worth of Sh680 million, including land, apartments, cars, shares, and cash.

I will uphold media freedom, Broadcasting PS nominee Isaboke says

Address harassment by county officers, scrap metal dealers tell Sakaja

The dealers claim that a team from the Environment Department has been visiting scrap metal yards, demanding to see licenses, soliciting bribes, and making arrests.

Address harassment by county officers, scrap metal dealers tell Sakaja

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