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US 'worried' over treatment of activists Mwangi, Atuhaire in Tanzania

US condemns mistreatment of activists Boniface Mwangi and Agather Atuhaire in Tanzania, calls for investigation into human rights abuse allegations and accountability.

US 'worried' over treatment of activists Mwangi, Atuhaire in Tanzania

Eight people killed, six others injured in dawn Kibra fire

Eight people killed, six others injured in dawn Kibra fire

Standard Group's Zubeida Kananu re-elected as Editors Guild president

Standard Group's Zubeida Kananu re-elected as Editors Guild president

Cane farmers to earn more as prices increased

Cane farmers to earn more as prices increased

Mudavadi urges diplomatic restraint amid Kenya-Tanzania tensions

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for calm and diplomatic engagement with neighbouring countries.

Mudavadi urges diplomatic restraint amid Kenya-Tanzania tensions

EACC arrests two over bribery at Mumias Level 4 Hospital

EACC has arrested two suspects in connection with a Sh200,000 bribery case at Mumias Level 4 Hospital.

EACC arrests two over bribery at Mumias Level 4 Hospital

Expert faults opposition for silence on national issues

Governance and policy expert Joshua Odhiambo has criticised Kenya’s opposition for failing to hold the government accountable, accusing it of lacking depth and direction

Expert faults opposition for silence on national issues

Kagwe calls for increased funding to agriculture sector

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has called for increased funding to the agriculture sector, saying its current allocation is disproportionate to its contribution to Kenya’s economy.

Kagwe calls for increased funding to agriculture sector

Tanzania police pursue hackers after account hacked

Tanzanian authorities now say they are pursuing hackers who compromised the official X account of the Tanzania Police Force on Tuesday morning.

Tanzania police pursue hackers after account hacked

Where are the vaccines? Parents raise concern over shortage

Kenya is facing a shortage of BCG and polio vaccines that has gone on for months, leaving parents frustrated and desperate.

Where are the vaccines? Parents raise concern over shortage

Peter Salasya arrested in Nanyuki

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya allegedly abducted at Kisima on Isiolo-Nanyuki highway, his bodyguards disarmed and vehicle shot at, lawyer Ken Echesa confirms.

Peter Salasya arrested in Nanyuki

US senator questions Kenya's foreign policy amid Ruto's China visit

A senior US senator has warned that Kenya’s warming relationship with Beijing could jeopardise its standing with Washington.

US senator questions Kenya's foreign policy amid Ruto's China visit

'Skiza ground,' Inside the unveiling of Gachagua's DCP party

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua launches Democracy for Citizens Party, says it is founded on principles that resonate with all Kenyans.

'Skiza ground,' Inside the unveiling of Gachagua's DCP party

Pay up! Oparanya tells Hustler Fund defaulters

Wycliffe Oparanya, CS for the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has urged all Hustler Fund defaulters to honor their loan agreements.

Pay up! Oparanya tells Hustler Fund defaulters

Senator Chesang, Natembeya clash over county decisions

A political spat is brewing in Trans Nzoia County between Governor George Natembeya and Senator Allan Chesang, sparked by a flurry of online exchanges.

Senator Chesang, Natembeya clash over county decisions

All systems go for Gachagua's new Party: What we know

Just days after resigning from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is plotting a political comeback.

All systems go for Gachagua's new Party: What we know

Ruto under fire over remarks on abductions

President William Ruto's comments downplaying the scale of abductions and enforced disappearances in the country have drawn sharp criticism.

Ruto under fire over remarks on abductions

Orwoba faces UDA wrath over Matiangi welcome, President criticism

UDA has summoned nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba to face disciplinary action, accusing her of disloyalty, misconduct and violations of the party code

Orwoba faces UDA wrath over Matiangi welcome, President criticism

Oswago distances himself from chicken gate scandal

Former (IEBC) Chief Executive Officer James Oswago has distanced himself from the infamous chicken gate election scandal.

Oswago distances himself from chicken gate scandal

Francis Omondi vows service as he takes over mantle of Garissa Anglican Bishop

Francis Omondi has been consecrated as the second Bishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Diocese of Garissa.

Francis Omondi vows service as he takes over mantle of Garissa Anglican Bishop

Government leases four sugar factories, to pay Sh. 6 billion to farmers

The government has completed the leasing of four sugar factories: Nzoia, Chemelil, Sony and Muhoroni, and agreed to pay Sh. 6 billion owed to farmers by July this year.

Government leases four sugar factories, to pay Sh. 6 billion to farmers

Four arrested in Sh25.8m fake gold scam in Nairobi

DCI officers in Nairobi have arrested four individuals linked to fake gold dealings at Runda estate and recovered fake gold bars weighing 9.5kg.

Four arrested in Sh25.8m fake gold scam in Nairobi

Life after death: What families of deceased MPs receive from Parliament

According to the act, death gratuity is one of the provisions aimed at supporting the dependents of the deceased.

Life after death: What families of deceased MPs receive from Parliament

Radio icon Edward Kwach remembered as charismatic, creative trailblazer

Edward Kwach, a celebrated Standard Group journalist and veteran radio presenter, was remembered Thursday, May 8, as a charismatic figure who lived life loudly.

Radio icon Edward Kwach remembered as charismatic, creative trailblazer

Homa Bay readies for Madaraka Day with airstrip overhaul

Homa Bay County is set to benefit from the ongoing refurbishment of Kabunde Airstrip ahead of the Madaraka Day celebrations on June 1.

Homa Bay readies for Madaraka Day with airstrip overhaul

Ruto receives IEBC nominees report, to submit names to Parliament

(IEBC) selection panel has submitted its final report on the recruitment of the commission's chairperson and six members to President William Ruto.

Ruto receives IEBC nominees report, to submit names to Parliament

Governors reject CRA proposal, demand increased county allocation

The Council of Governors (CoG) has raised concerns over (CRA) recommendation to allocate counties Sh417 billion in the 2025 Division of Revenue Bill.

Governors reject CRA proposal, demand increased county allocation

All UHC staff directed to resume duty immediately

The Ministry of Health has directed all Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff currently not at work to resume immediately, with a deadline of May 7.

All UHC staff directed to resume duty immediately

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

At least five officers killed, eight others injured during an operation to flush out enemy forces in Boni Forest, Lamu; the injured airlifted to Nairobi for treatment.

Five officers killed, eight injured in Boni Forest operation

Reprieve for tea farmers and exporters

The Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled plans to allow all one hundred and forty-two (142) tea factories to sell directly to international buyers.

Reprieve for tea farmers and exporters

Ray of hope for fibroid patients

Women living with fibroids in Kenya now have access to a promising new treatment option.

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

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