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Sharon Wanga

Salasya: I am being intimidated for criticising the President

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya now claims that President William Ruto threatened him after his bold criticism during his tour in Mumias

Salasya: I am being intimidated for criticising the President

Judges and magistrates condemn CJ Koome's security withdrawal

Judges and magistrates condemn CJ Koome's security withdrawal

'You went too public with security withdrawal issue,' Murkomen to CJ Koome

'You went too public with security withdrawal issue,' Murkomen to CJ Koome

South Sudan shuts down social media for 30 days

South Sudan shuts down social media for 30 days

Kenyan-born bank executive found dead in London

Police in the United Kingdom have launched an investigation into the death of a Kenyan-born woman in South East London.

Kenyan-born bank executive found dead in London

Government urges caution as fire ravages 300,000 acres in Isiolo

At least 300,000 acres were destroyed by fire in Garbatulla and Cherab sub-counties in Isiolo, but no damage to human settlement, Interior CS Murkomen says.

Government urges caution as fire ravages 300,000 acres in Isiolo

What Trump's WHO and climate withdrawals mean for Africa

Donald Trump’s executive orders initiating the United States’ withdrawal process from WHO are expected to significantly impact global health and climate change efforts.

What Trump's WHO and climate withdrawals mean for Africa

Governors urge clinical officers to end strike

Council of Governors has called on clinical officers to resume work as discussions on their grievances are ongoing.

Governors urge clinical officers to end strike

SHA experienced system overload - Moses Kuria

Social Health Authority has been experiencing system challenges after many people were onboarded.

SHA experienced system overload - Moses Kuria

Two more Mpox Cases confirmed in Kenya

Kenya confirms two new Mpox cases in Kericho and Taita Taveta counties, raising total to 33; Health Ministry urges schools to enhance safety measures to curb spread.

Two more Mpox Cases confirmed in Kenya

Is CDF the MPs heart-melting kitty?

NG-CDF has been a subject of controversy following recent directives by Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o

Is CDF the MPs heart-melting kitty?

Kenyans' social media use sparks government concerns

Kenyans have increasingly in the past year turned to social media platforms to demand accountability, transcending traditional communication and official uses.

Kenyans' social media use sparks government concerns

What to expect at Donald Trump's inauguration next week

President-elect Donald Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, January 20, alongside Vice President-elect JD Vance.

What to expect at Donald Trump's inauguration next week

Nairobi Rivers Commission CEO Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia fired

Nairobi Rivers Commission CEO Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia dismissed over allegations of gross misconduct and corruption, commission's chair Margaret Wanjiru says.

Nairobi Rivers Commission CEO Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia fired

Notorious cop arrested again while illegally directing traffic

A senior police officer was arrested on Monday this week, for allegedly soliciting a bribe and assaulting a colleague, after imposing himself as a traffic officer at Globe Roundabout in Nairobi.

Notorious cop arrested again while illegally directing traffic

Sifuna defends CS Muturi amid criticism over son's abduction

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna defends CS Justin Muturi against criticism over his revelation about his son’s abduction, arguing that the incident highlights the insecurity faced by ordinary Kenyans.

Sifuna defends CS Muturi amid criticism over son's abduction

Pare community seeks recognition as a Kenyan tribe

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has received a petition from the Pare community in Taita Taveta County, seeking formal recognition as one of Kenya's tribes.

Pare community seeks recognition as a Kenyan tribe

Why DNA testing takes longer than expected

Initially, DNA testing cost Sh.2000 but now people will have to pay Sh.27000 effective January 2025.

Why DNA testing takes longer than expected

PS Omollo urges IPOA to prioritise human rights and transparency in service

PS Raymond Omollo has urged Independent Policing Oversight Authority members to prioritise human rights and improve accountability and transparency in their service.

PS Omollo urges IPOA to prioritise human rights and transparency in service

Police service to receive Sh28b boost to improve operations

National Police Service to receive Sh.28b for protective equipment, 3,000 new vehicles, and 10pc salary increment, Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen says.

Police service to receive Sh28b boost to improve operations

Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi abducted in Kenya

Tanzanian independent media editor and human rights defender Maria Sarungi Tsehai allegedly abducted by three armed men from Chaka Place, Nairobi, Amnesty Kenya says.

Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi abducted in Kenya

We invite you to record a statement, DCI to CS Justin Muturi

DCI says probe into abduction of Public Service CS Justin Muturi's son ongoing, invites him to record statement; this comes hours after he raised concern over abductions.

We invite you to record a statement, DCI to CS Justin Muturi

Why Kenyans are rejecting planned Dutch royals visit

The royals are set to visit the country for three days, between March 18 to March 20.

Why Kenyans are rejecting planned Dutch royals visit

Sakaja: No more street hawking within Nairobi CBD

Nairobi County Government bans street hawking within the CBD; hawkers to only be allowed on backstreets and lanes from Monday to Saturday, 4pm to 10 pm.

Sakaja: No more street hawking within Nairobi CBD

More candidates achieve University-entry grades in 2024 KCSE

2024 KCSE: 246, 391 candidates scored C+ and above, qualifying for university admission, while 1,693 candidates scored Grade A.

More candidates achieve University-entry grades in 2024 KCSE

KNEC denies website down as candidates unable to access results

Some candidates have expressed frustration after being unable to access their 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results.

KNEC denies website down as candidates unable to access results

Outrage after students at St Anne's Girls locked out overnight

St. Anne’s Girls School in Makadara, Nairobi, faced backlash after students were left outside overnight due to unpaid fees.

Outrage after students at St Anne's Girls locked out overnight

MPs to vet Cabinet Secretary, Ambassador nominees next Thursday

National Assembly Speaker Wetang'ula convenes a special sitting on Thursday, January 16, to vet nominees for Cabinet Secretary, Ambassadors, and High Commissioners.

MPs to vet Cabinet Secretary, Ambassador nominees next Thursday

Dutch King and Queen to make first State visit to Kenya in March

Netherlands King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima to embark on a 3-day state visit to Kenya in March, on invitation of President Ruto, to strengthen bilateral ties.

Dutch King and Queen to make first State visit to Kenya in March

Omtatah calls for overhaul of Treasury and Finance ministry

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has called for a complete separation of the National Treasury from the Ministry of Finance to curb the misappropriation of public funds.

Omtatah calls for overhaul of Treasury and Finance ministry

Gachagua allies want commission formed to probe abductions, state capture

Former DP Gachagua allies, including Senator Thangwa, call for formation of an inquiry commission to address abductions, politicisation of police, and probe resurgence of gangs in the country.

Gachagua allies want commission formed to probe abductions, state capture

IEBC condemns killing of its officer in Mombasa

IEBC condemns murder of its acting Kilifi County Elections manager Aisha Abubakar at her Mombasa home, asks security agencies to expedite investigations.

IEBC condemns killing of its officer in Mombasa

Karua granted temporary certificate to represent Besigye

Uganda Law Council grants Martha Karua a temporary practicing certificate allowing her to represent Kizza Besigye at General Court Martial on Tuesday, Jan 7.

Karua granted temporary certificate to represent Besigye

Turkana South MP John Ariko arrested

Turkana South Member of Parliament John Ariko has been arrested in Eldoret, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party claims.

Turkana South MP John Ariko arrested

Gachagua vows to expose faces behind abductions

Former DP Gachagua calls out government for allegedly attempting to intimidate Kenyans into silence amid rising abductions, accuses it of being out of touch with reality.

Gachagua vows to expose faces behind abductions

Judiciary raises alarm over wave of abductions

Judiciary condemns recent surge in abductions, terms them a threat to citizen rights; asks security agencies to adhere to the law.

Judiciary raises alarm over wave of abductions

In Pictures: How Kenyans celebrated Christmas

Kenyans celebrating Christmas holiday

In Pictures: How Kenyans celebrated Christmas

2024: A year marked by femicide in Kenya

The year 2024 has been marred by a disturbing rise in attacks on women, with femicide and gender-based violence (GBV) reaching alarming levels.

2024: A year marked by femicide in Kenya

CUE to take legal action against Northwestern University, says it's unaccredited

Commission for University Education vows to take legal action against Northwestern Christian University for issuance of honorary degrees, flags institution as unaccredited.

CUE to take legal action against Northwestern University, says it's unaccredited

Engineers Board demands Sudi's honorary degree recalled over title misuse

Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) now wants Northwestern Christian University Kenya to recall the honorary degree certificate issued to Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi.

Engineers Board demands Sudi's honorary degree recalled over title misuse

Police summon owners of recklessly driven vehicles in viral video

National Police Service (NPS) has summoned the owners of two vehicles captured in a viral video being driven recklessly on the Nyeri-Nairobi highway.

Police summon owners of recklessly driven vehicles in viral video

Havi: I have no vendetta against CJ Koome

When asked whether his criticism stemmed from a personal vendetta against CJ Koome, Havi denied the accusation.

Havi: I have no vendetta against CJ Koome

Health practitioners call for inclusion and enhancement of service delivery

Kenya Environmental Health and Public Health Practitioners Union (KEHPHPU) have urged the government to prioritise preventive and curative health care.

Health practitioners call for inclusion and enhancement of service delivery

Three dead in Nakuru after consuming illicit alcohol

Three people die after consuming illicit alcohol in Nakuru County, Health PS Mary Muthoni warns against consuming products from unregistered and unlicensed sources.

Three dead in Nakuru after consuming illicit alcohol

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