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Gideon Moi mourns Dalmas Otieno as a visionary leader
KANU chairman Gideon Moi has mourned the passing of former Cabinet minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno, describing him as a visionary and dependable leader.
By 4 days ago
Gideon Moi mourns Dalmas Otieno as a visionary leader
Photos: Dalmas Otieno's body arrives at Lee Funeral home
Body of former Minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno has been moved to the Lee Funeral Home in Nairobi.
By 3 days ago
Photos: Dalmas Otieno's body arrives  at Lee Funeral home
Ruto calls for urgent global financial reforms to unlock climate action
President William Ruto has renewed calls for reforms of the international financial system, warning of Africa’s debt burden and shrinking fiscal space.
By 3 days ago
Ruto calls for urgent global financial reforms to unlock climate action
Mudavadi, US Deputy Secretary, discuss Haiti mission
Foreign and Diaspora Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi calls Deputy US Secretary of State Christopher Landau regarding the fragile security situation in Haiti and the future of MSS.
By 7 days ago
Mudavadi, US Deputy Secretary, discuss Haiti mission
How malnutrition and poor diets hurt Kenya's growth
Good nutrition is the cornerstone of healthy living, productivity, and economic growth, yet Kenya continues to grapple with persistent and emerging nutritional challenges.
By 8 days ago
How malnutrition and poor diets hurt Kenya's growth
Super Metro confirms fatal accident on Thika Road
Super Metro bus set on fire after fatally hitting a boda boda rider near Juja City Mall along Thika Superhighway, authorities say investigations underway.
By 9 days ago
Super Metro confirms fatal accident on Thika Road
AU Commission calls for ceasefire in Sudan after landslide kills over 1,000
AU Commission has urged Sudan’s warring factions to halt fighting and allow humanitarian access, after a massive landslide kill over 1000.
By 9 days ago
AU Commission calls for ceasefire in Sudan after landslide kills over 1,000
HIV patients anxious over failure to conduct viral load test amid reagents shortage
According to Ministry of Health guidelines, once a person is placed on antiretroviral therapy (ART), their viral load should be checked at least once a year to monitor treatment progress
By 10 days ago
HIV patients anxious over failure to conduct viral load test amid reagents shortage
Kakamega County staff to receive half salaries over SHA delays
Kakamega County to pay health workers on contract half salary for August, senior health officer Hillary Kaverenge cites non-payment of SHA claims for two months and reduced cash collections.
By 10 days ago
Kakamega County staff to receive half salaries over SHA delays
DCI begins probe on 1188 SHA fraud cases
DCI has confirmed receiving 1,188 case files linked to alleged fraud within the Social Health Authority (SHA).
By 9 days ago
DCI begins probe on 1188 SHA fraud cases
UN Climate Week kicks off in Addis with focus on climate action
The second United Nations Climate Week started on Monday, September 1, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
By 9 days ago
UN Climate Week kicks off in Addis with focus on climate action
Kenya pushes for local medical innovations to transform healthcare
Kenya positions itself as a continental hub for digital health and medical innovations, as stakeholders intensify calls for homegrown solutions to tackle healthcare challenges.
By 11 days ago
Kenya pushes for local medical innovations to transform healthcare
KNH transforms lives through specialised surgical camp
KNH has successfully conducted a week-long specialised surgical camp that restored hope to patients through advanced reconstructive procedures.
By 14 days ago
KNH transforms lives through specialised surgical camp
DPP cracks whip on corrupt governors
DPP orders prosecution of Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok and ex-Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati over corruption-related offenses.
By 14 days ago
DPP cracks whip on corrupt governors
Senate invites ICT experts to audit Kericho assembly electronic voting system
Senate Speaker Kingi directs ICT Authority to assign two IT experts to Kericho County Assembly legal team to verify if electronic voting occurred, and how many MCAs participated.
By 14 days ago
Senate invites ICT experts to audit Kericho assembly electronic voting system
Senate remains weak 15 years after constitution, says Otiende Amollo
As Kenya marked 15 years since the promulgation of the Constitution, Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo says Parliament has made some gains but the Senate remains weak.
By 14 days ago
Senate remains weak 15 years after constitution, says Otiende Amollo
Katiba at 15: How Judiciary has fared
Katiba at 15: Court infrastructure has grown in 15 years; High Court registries in all counties, Magistrates’ Courts are 143 from 111, while Court of Appeal has 4 benches in major cities.
By 15 days ago
Katiba at 15: How Judiciary has fared
Kenya, Ismaili Imamat sign MoU on climate, health and education
Kenya and Ismaili Imamat sign MoU to collaborate on climate change, urban regeneration, healthcare, education, and other sectors.
By 16 days ago
Kenya, Ismaili Imamat sign MoU on climate, health and education
Experts push for early warning systems at climate forum
Delegates to review performance of the June to September 2025 season, present regional climate outlook for October to December 2025, and discuss strategies to manage the forecast’s implications
By 16 days ago
Experts push for early warning systems at climate forum
Aga Khan V arrives for first Kenya visit
Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, has arrived in Kenya for his first official visit.
By 16 days ago
Aga Khan V arrives  for  first Kenya visit
Kindiki: Govt to step up support for Harambee Stars after CHAN performance
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has lauded Harambee Stars for reaching the quarterfinals of the ongoing CHAN tournament, promising full support for the upcoming games.
By 17 days ago
Kindiki: Govt to step up support for Harambee Stars after CHAN performance
Maraga: Ruto's anti-graft taskforce is cosmetic and deceptive
Former CJ David Maraga has dismissed President William Ruto’s formation of an anti-corruption task force as a mere sugarcoating strategy meant to hoodwink Kenyans.
By 17 days ago
Maraga: Ruto's anti-graft taskforce is cosmetic and deceptive
Ruto urges Japan to invest in Kenya's tech and green economy
President Ruto urges Japanese investors to scale up their presence in Kenya, highlighting opportunities in technology, renewable energy, and green growth as priority areas for collaboration.
By 22 days ago
Ruto urges Japan to invest in Kenya's tech and green economy
Senators want Ruto summoned over bribery claims
Senate Accounts Committee Chairperson Moses Kajwang’ urges House speakers to summon President Ruto to provide evidence on extortion claims.
By 23 days ago
Senators want Ruto summoned over bribery claims
DCI arrests mastermind of Meru illegal power connections
DCI attached to Kenya Power arrests key suspect believed to be the mastermind behind illegal electricity connections in Igembe North and Igembe South, Meru County.
By 23 days ago
DCI arrests mastermind of Meru illegal power connections
Govt names new bosses at KNH,JOOTRH
Health Ministry appoints Richard Lesiyampe Leserian as acting CEO Kenyatta National Hospital, Joshua Clinton Ombiri as acting CEO Jaramogi Oginga Odinga hospital.
By 23 days ago
Govt names new bosses at KNH,JOOTRH
Ruto leaves the country for Japan TICAD Summit
President Ruto heads to Japan for 9th TICAD Summit in Yokohama, to strengthen bilateral relations, expand trade opportunities, investment, and development cooperation.
By 24 days ago
Ruto leaves the country for  Japan TICAD Summit
Ruto hails Harambee Stars after stunning Group A triumph
President Ruto praises Harambee Stars for overcoming football giants to secure a place at quarterfinals following 1-0 win against Zambia, urges team to go for more glory.
By 24 days ago
Ruto hails Harambee Stars after stunning Group A triumph
Government activates emergency response as heavy rains pound
Government has activated emergency preparedness measures in anticipation of heavy rainfall and possible flooding, as forecasted by the Kenya Meteorological Department.
By 24 days ago
Government activates emergency response as heavy rains pound
Stop summoning governors, Raila tells Senate
Former PM Raila Odinga says MCAs, not senators, should oversight counties, proposes Public Accounts and Investment committees summon county CECs for questioning.
By 28 days ago
Stop summoning governors, Raila tells Senate
Why some vacant MP seats were not filled within 90 days- IEBC
IEBC clarifies the constitutional 90-day limit for holding by-elections, following criticism and conflicting interpretations.
By 28 days ago
Why some vacant MP seats were not filled within 90 days- IEBC
Ruto's KNCHR nominee Duncan Oburu declines appointment
President Ruto’s nominee for Kenya National Commission on Human Rights chairperson, Duncan Oburu Ojwang, declines appointment, cites personal reasons.
By 29 days ago
Ruto's KNCHR nominee Duncan Oburu declines appointment
Rights body warns of rising threats to human rights defenders
KNCHR report: At least seven killings, two enforced disappearances, and 132 arbitrary detentions of human rights defenders recorded between 2020 and 2022.
By 29 days ago
Rights body warns of rising threats to human rights defenders
No ticket to Sunday's match? Watch the game at these six fan zones
Government orders FKF to set up six fan zones ahead of Sunday’s Kenya-Zambia match to ease crowding at Kasarani Stadium; Sports CS Mvurya says only valid ticket holders will be allowed in.
By 29 days ago
No ticket to Sunday's match? Watch the game at these six fan zones
Kenya, Iran move to lift tea export ban within 60 days
Kenya and Iran form joint committee to resolve trade barriers, oversee resumption of tea exports to Iran within 60 days, Agriculture CS Kagwe says.
By 30 days ago
Kenya, Iran move to lift tea export ban within 60 days
CAF slashes Kasarani Stadium capacity to 60pc over security lapses
CAF imposes 60pc Stadium capacity, entry restricted to electronic tickets after Kasarani Stadium incident, warns failure to implement to attract serious sanction.
By 30 days ago
CAF slashes Kasarani Stadium capacity to 60pc over security lapses
Govt orders 7-day road safety audit as fatal crashes rise
Roads agencies conducting safety audits on road segments to identify deficiencies and reconstruct scenes to avert loss of lives, Transport CS Chirchir says exercise to be completed within 7 days.
By 30 days ago
Govt orders 7-day road safety audit as fatal crashes rise
Ruto hosts US delegation amid scrutiny over China links
President William Ruto meets a delegation of State Secretaries and the private sector from California, United States, State House, Nairobi.
By 30 days ago
Ruto hosts US delegation amid scrutiny over China links
Police launch crackdown after deadly road accidents
National Police Service launches investigation into causes of rising cases of accidents, steps up strategies to curb road carnage, urges road users to be cautious.
By 1 month ago
Police launch crackdown after deadly road accidents
Leaders praise Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco
Harambee Stars, has received an outpouring of praise from leaders after their stunning 1-0 victory against Morocco in a Group A match at Kasarani Stadium on Sunday
By 1 month ago
Leaders praise Harambee Stars after historic win over Morocco