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Youth leaders threaten legal action over IEBC selection panel shortlist

Two youth leaders have threatened to sue the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) selection panel, accusing it of excluding young people from the recruitment process.

Youth leaders threaten legal action over IEBC selection panel shortlist

Why most Kenyans cannot access SHA services

Why most Kenyans cannot access SHA services

MCAs disrupt summit, insist on Ruto's attendance

MCAs disrupt summit, insist on Ruto's attendance

Samburu leaders call out police for slow response to banditry attacks in Baragoi

Samburu leaders call out police for slow response to banditry attacks in Baragoi

Lobby groups urge State to restore trust in Judiciary

International Commission of Jurists, KHRC condemn recent attacks on judiciary officers, says complaints should be communicated legally, call for truce between CAJ and JSC.

Lobby groups urge State to restore trust in Judiciary

Civil society bashes MPs for attacking Auditor General

Civil Society Organizations have criticized MPs for attacking Auditor General Nancy Gathungu and Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o.

Civil society bashes MPs for attacking Auditor General

The familiar names interested in IEBC top job

Former CRJ Anne Amadi, former IEBC CEO James Oswago and Charles Nyachae are among 37 applicants for IEBC chairperson post.

The familiar names interested in IEBC top job

Support for million children under threat amid aid freeze- UNICEF

UNICEF warns that global foreign aid cuts threaten support for millions of children, urges donors to sustain funding for critical programs amid US decision to pause funding.

Support for million children under threat amid aid freeze- UNICEF

Editors condemn attacks on journalists in Majengo

The Kenya Editors Guild has condemned police officers for assaulting journalists covering Majengo protests on Wednesday.

Editors condemn attacks on journalists in Majengo

We will explain SHA issues if given a chance-Health CS

Health CS Deborah Barasa acknowledges Auditor General’s report on SHA discrepancies exceeding Sh100b, says issues will be addressed in Parliament if given a chance.

We will explain SHA issues if given a chance-Health CS

Saccos unlikely to recover full losses in Kuscco scandal, regulator says

Saccos unlikely to recover full losses in Kuscco scandal, regulator, Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) says

Saccos unlikely to recover full losses in Kuscco scandal, regulator says

Kisii strange disease: Health PS gives new directive

Health PS Mary Muthoni issued the directive after laboratory tests confirmed the presence of fecal contamination in the water supply.

Kisii strange disease: Health PS gives new directive

How govt broke the law when setting up SHA

The office of the Auditor General has highlighted five ways the government contravened the law, when setting up the Social Health Authority system.

How govt broke the law when setting up SHA

'Move on' Ruto tells off Social Health Insurance Fund critics

President William Ruto tells off critics of the Social Health Authority saying new system prevents fraudulent claims, gives Kenyans equal access unlike NHIF

'Move on' Ruto tells off Social Health Insurance Fund critics

Nairobi County officials suspended after dumping garbage at Stima Plaza

Two Nairobi County Officials suspended following the dumping of garbage outside Stima Plaza last Monday, Governor Johnson Sakaja tells MPS.

Nairobi County officials suspended after dumping garbage at Stima Plaza

Why Kenya's diplomacy is under scrutiny as it prepares to host UN human rights hub

Kenya's diplomatic standing is under renewed focus as Nairobi prepares to host a regional human rights hub.

Why Kenya's diplomacy is under scrutiny as it prepares to host UN human rights hub

Human-Wildlife conflict victims to be compensated in 90 days, CS Miano says

Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano says victims of human-wildlife will now be compensated in three months, after filing a formal complaint.

Human-Wildlife conflict victims to be compensated in 90 days, CS Miano says

CS Muturi on his way out, claims Ichung'wah

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has suggested that Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi could soon exit government.

CS Muturi on his way out, claims Ichung'wah

Ichung'wah at pains to defend Ruto's government in Al Jazeera interview

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah faced a tough time defending President William Ruto’s administration.

Ichung'wah at pains to defend Ruto's government in Al Jazeera interview

Duale, Murkomen differ over police response in City Hall waste blockade

Environment CS Aden Duale and his Interior counterpart Kipchumba Murkomen have differed over police response in Kenya Power and Nairobi County spat.

Duale, Murkomen differ over police response in City Hall waste blockade

Sifuna: Why I hail Chirchir's tenure as Energy CS

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has lauded Davis Chirchir’s tenure as Energy Cabinet Secretary.

Sifuna: Why I hail Chirchir's tenure as Energy CS

Truce? Nairobi County, Kenya Power resolve debt standoff

Differences between Nairobi County and Kenya Power resolved, debt to be cleared; Governor Sakaja says garbage trucks blocking access to Stima Plaza to be removed, services restored.

Truce? Nairobi County, Kenya Power resolve debt standoff

This woman Winnie Byanyima

UNAIDS describes her as a passionate and longstanding champion for social justice, a global leader on inequality.

This woman Winnie Byanyima

Why IEBC needs Sh61.7 billion budget for 2027 polls

Sh61.7bn is needed for 2027 General Election, with at least 45,352 KIEMS kits requiring replacement, IEBC Deputy CEO Obadiah Ketany says; projects 5.7 million new voters.

Why IEBC needs Sh61.7 billion budget for 2027 polls

Kenyan cop in Haiti mission dies

Kenyan officer injured in Segur-Savien, Haiti, dies after being airlifted to Aspen Level 2 Hospital, Force Commander Godfrey Otunge says.

Kenyan cop in Haiti mission dies

Kenya Power staff stranded after county trucks dispose garbage at entrance

Kenya Power staff stranded after Nairobi County garbage truck disposed trash at Stima Plaza entrance; Rosemary Oduor KPLC General Manager Commercial and Sales says

Kenya Power staff stranded after county trucks dispose garbage at entrance

Brain cancer and two surgeries, Wafula Chebukati's life after IEBC

Wafula Chebukati’s family have broken their silence, explaining to Kenyans the deceased’s life after exiting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.

Brain cancer and two surgeries, Wafula Chebukati's life after IEBC

Former KTN news anchor Njoroge Mwaura is dead

Former KTN News Anchor Njoroge Mwaura dies after developing complications during surgery at a Nairobi hospital, wife Lucy Njoroge confirms.

Former KTN news anchor Njoroge Mwaura is dead

'I'm sorry,' Foreign Affairs PS Singo'ei says over deep fake video

Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing'oei apologises for AI-generated video on Kenya's Sudan peace efforts, regrets the confusion; commits to AI training to avert future missteps.

'I'm sorry,' Foreign Affairs PS Singo'ei says over deep fake video

The life and times of Wafula Chebukati at helm of IEBC

Former IEBC Chairperson Wafula Chebukati dies in Nairobi after a long illness, family confirms; he was 63.

The life and times of Wafula Chebukati at helm of IEBC

Ruto: Chebukati's death a great loss to Kenya

President William Ruto eulogises former IEBC Chair Wafula Chebukati as a principled and diligent leader, says his death a great loss to the country.

Ruto: Chebukati's death a great loss to Kenya

'Resilient:' How former President Uhuru remembers Chebukati

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta mourns ex-IEBC Chair Wafula Chebukati, says he played a key role in shaping Kenya’s electoral landscape.

'Resilient:' How former President Uhuru remembers Chebukati

Only dialogue can resolve conflicts, says PS Singo'ei amid criticism

Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei has urged countries in conflict to prioritise dialogue, calling it the most effective tool for resolving inter-state disputes.

Only dialogue can resolve conflicts, says PS Singo'ei amid criticism

NIS officer among 15 suspects charged with murder

15 officers from DCI, NIS and KWS linked to 2022 murder and disappearance of two Indians and a Kenyan driver plead not guilty, case to be mentioned on March 20.

NIS officer among 15 suspects charged with murder

Medics warn against unsafe surgical practices

Medics raise alarm against inappropriate delegation of surgical duties, urge stakeholders to prioritise safety and quality in maternal healthcare.

Medics warn against unsafe surgical practices

Juja MP George Koimburi pleads not guilty to forgery charges

Juja MP George Koimburi pleads not guilty to six charges of forging his academic documents; he was arrested Tuesday over AUC funding remarks.

Juja MP George Koimburi pleads not guilty to forgery charges

Another diplomatic gaffe? Sudan accuses Kenya of meddling in its affairs

Sudan government condemns Kenya for hosting paramilitary group, Rapid Support Forces in Nairobi terming it an 'hostile' act, Khartoum warns of action to redress the situation.

Another diplomatic gaffe? Sudan accuses Kenya of meddling in its affairs

Why Kenya must rethink its foreign policy- Analysts

Kenya's losing streak didn’t begin with Raila Odinga’s failed African Union Commission (AUC) bid last week—it’s been unraveling for a while.

Why Kenya must rethink its foreign policy- Analysts

Ugandan opposition leaders denied access to Besigye

Ugandan opposition leaders including Bobi Wine denied access to Kizza Besigye hopitalised in Kampala; he was taken ill on Sunday after hunger strike while in detention.

Ugandan opposition leaders denied access to Besigye

AU refused to be hostage of Kenya's politics, Djibouti says

Djibouti has criticised President William Ruto’s comments following the loss of his preferred candidate for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson.

AU refused to be hostage of Kenya's politics, Djibouti says

Kindiki: How state plans to improve SHA services

19.5m Kenyans register for UHC programme; DP Kithure Kindiki says govt seeks more contributions, with new means testing tool set for release.

Kindiki: How state plans to improve SHA services

Ruto allies call for constitutional amendment to onboard Raila

President William Ruto’s close political allies propose a Constitutional amendment to find ways of making former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's experience useful.

Ruto allies call for constitutional amendment to onboard Raila

From roses to cash bouquets: How Kenyans celebrated Valentine's Day

Money bouquets have replaced traditional flower arrangements, reflecting shifting preferences.

From roses to cash bouquets: How Kenyans celebrated Valentine's Day

Meg Whitman's presence in Kenya sparks speculation

Speculation surrounds the presence of former US ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman, in the country.

Meg Whitman's presence in Kenya sparks speculation

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