156 boys housed in Endarasha Academy dorm gutted by fire
156 boys were housed in the Hillside Endarasha Academy dorm that was gutted by fire; Education PS Belio Kipsang says the Ministry is investigating the cause of the fire.
By Betty Njeru 2 months ago
156 boys housed in Endarasha Academy dorm gutted by fire
In Pictures: Inside the Endarasha Academy fire that killed 17 students
National leaders, including President William Ruto, DP Gachagua, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and opposition leader Raila Odinga, have sent their condolences to the families of the victims.
By Betty Njeru 2 months ago
In Pictures: Inside the Endarasha Academy fire that killed 17 students
Kenya experiences another power outage in a week
Kenya Power confirms a power outage affecting several parts of the country except North Rift and Western regions, says restoration underway; it's the second blackout in two weeks.
By Betty Njeru 2 months ago
Kenya experiences another power outage in a week
Kenya's Mpox cases rise to four
Health ministry confirms another case of Mpox raising total to 4; two samples pending confirmation, PS Mary Muthoni says.
By Betty Njeru 2 months ago
Kenya's Mpox cases rise to four
Batswanas get day-off to celebrate country's first gold medal
Botswana President Eric Masisi gives citizens an afternoon day off after Letsile Tebogo won the country's first gold medal in the men's 200m at the Paris Olympics.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Batswanas get day-off to celebrate country's first gold medal
Hassan Joho's academic credentials under scrutiny during vetting
Mining CS nominee Hassan Joho defends his academic credentials, says he has 2 degrees from Kampala and Gretsa universities, and currently pursuing a master's program.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Hassan Joho's academic credentials under scrutiny during vetting
Rogue recruitment agencies, past scandals haunt Mutua in Cabinet vetting
Alfred Mutua denies ever meeting Judy Jepchirchir, director of controversial First Choice recruitment agency linked to alleged jobs scam; pledges compliance in labor agreements, if approved.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Rogue recruitment agencies, past scandals haunt Mutua in Cabinet vetting
Oparanya: No one has asked me for a statement on graft case
Cooperatives CS nominee Wycliffe Oparanya claims neither EACC nor ODPP has contacted him to record a statement over alleged fraud during tenure as Kakamega governor.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Oparanya: No one has asked me for a statement on graft case
John Mbadi: Why reforming KRA will be my first priority
Treasury CS nominee John Mbadi to target KRA on tax mobilisation, says systemic issues including its leadership need reforms; urges calm after Finance Bill 2024 withdrawn.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
John Mbadi: Why reforming KRA will be my first priority
I'm not a desk minister, says Trade nominee Mvurya
Trade CS nominee Salim Mvurya denies being a 'desk minister' in the previous docket, claims he visited several parts of Kenya; he has been labeled as 'reserved' by the public.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
I'm not a desk minister, says Trade nominee Mvurya
How Rebecca Miano plans to use social media to transform Kenya's tourism
There's no empirical data showing tourists have shifted to sites beyond Kenya, Tourism CS nominee Rebecca Miano claims; says Maasai Mara Game Reserve is at 90 percent capacity.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
How Rebecca Miano plans to use social media to transform Kenya's tourism
UDA wrangles: Cleophas Malala ousted as Secretary General
UDA National Executive Council revokes the appointment of Cleophas Malala as Secretary-General, Hassan Omar to act in the interim.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
UDA wrangles: Cleophas Malala ousted as Secretary General
'Your days are numbered,' Duale warns forest encroachers
Aden Duale's net worth has risen to Sh980m from Sh851m since 2022; wealth comprises land and houses in Nairobi and Garissa counties, cattle ranch, camels, and rental properties.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
'Your days are numbered,' Duale warns forest encroachers
Justice Commission issues seven-day demand over ID cards delay
The Commission on Administrative Justice on Thursday wrote to the Bureau's director demanding an explanation, following numerous complaints over extended delays in processing and issuing IDs.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Justice Commission issues seven-day demand over ID cards delay
Court dismisses case against removal of NTSA boss Njao from office
Justice Byram Ongaya ruled that the application was an abuse of the court process, as similar orders were previously adopted in court in February 2023.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Court dismisses case against removal of NTSA boss Njao from office
Kenya condoles with Ethiopia after deadly landslide, offers support
President Ruto condoles with Ethiopia following the death of 257 people killed in a landslide that affected at least 15,000 others; assures Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Kenya's support.
By Betty Njeru 3 months ago
Kenya condoles with Ethiopia after deadly landslide, offers support
Kenya demands accountability from Ford Foundation over protest funding claims
Government demands Ford Foundation names all their grantees in Kenya, and budgets over the last year; claims they provided Sh752m in funding to 16 organisations 'influencing' demos.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Kenya demands accountability from Ford Foundation over protest funding claims
Raila, lobby groups demand action after six bodies retrieved from dumpsite
Azimio chief Raila Odinga urges authorities to hold perpetrators of Kware mutilated bodies liable, says Kenyans demand accountability.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Raila, lobby groups demand action after six bodies retrieved from dumpsite
ODM demands firing of Police IG Koome, Nairobi police boss Bungei
ODM urges President Ruto to fire Police IG Japhet Koome, Nairobi Police boss Adamson Bungei and arrest officers linked to civilian murders during protests since last year.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
ODM demands firing of Police IG Koome, Nairobi police boss Bungei
LSK's Faith Odhiambo declines Ruto's appointment to debt taskforce
Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo will not be party to the newly gazetted presidential taskforce on forensic audit of public debt.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
LSK's Faith Odhiambo declines Ruto's appointment to debt taskforce
Kenya welcomes Keir Starmer's election as UK PM
President William Ruto congratulates incoming UK PM Keir Starmer, says ready to work with him to foster Kenya-UK relations on defence, trade, and political cooperation.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Kenya welcomes Keir Starmer's election as UK PM
Traffic snarl-up as Expressway closed at Mlolongo
Motorists plying Mombasa Road to Nairobi CBD advised to use alternative routes as traffic builds up after a truck stalled near Gateway Mall in Syokimau; Expressway closed at Mlolongo.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Traffic snarl-up as Expressway closed at Mlolongo
Police Reforms Group urges IPOA to probe protest deaths, abductions
Anti-Finance Bill demos: Police Working Reforms Group documents 23 deaths, 34 abductions, and 271 injuries, asks IPOA to investigate incidents; culprits to be held accountable.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Police Reforms Group urges IPOA to probe protest deaths, abductions
Lobbyists warn of legal consequences following death of Rex, arrest of Billy Simani
Human Rights organisations led by Amnesty Kenya have called for the immediate release of social media influencer Billy Simani also known as Crazy Nairobian.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
Lobbyists warn of legal consequences following death of Rex, arrest of Billy Simani
'Free Billy': KOT takes over X space to rally against Finance Bill 2024
By 12:30 p.m., the space had attracted nearly 50,000 listeners.
By Betty Njeru 4 months ago
'Free Billy': KOT takes over X space to rally against Finance Bill 2024
Shun tribal politics, Ruto tells Kenyans
President William Ruto asserts that all public service officers including himself will be held accountable for all resources under their authority.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Shun tribal politics, Ruto tells Kenyans
Ruto, Gachagua at Kenya's 61st Madaraka Day fete
President William Ruto arrives at Masinde Muliro stadium, Bungoma to preside over Madaraka fete, DP Gachagua, several CSs also present.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Ruto, Gachagua at Kenya's 61st Madaraka Day fete
Standard Group journalist Shadrack Mitty dies
Standard Group journalist Shadrack Mitty dies while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kiambu; he was a seasoned reporter on the education beat.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Standard Group journalist Shadrack Mitty dies
Kenya to get 16 choppers, 150 armored cars from the US
Kenya to receive 16 helicopters, 8 Hueys, and 8 MD-500s between 2024 and 2025 in bid to boost capacity to ensure peace and security in the region, White House announces.
By Betty Njeru 5 months ago
Kenya to get 16 choppers, 150 armored cars from the US
Gachagua defends budget request to renovate homes, office, and buy new cars
The office of the Deputy President has defended the Sh1.12 billion budget request to renovate his office, his official Karen and Mombasa residences and buy new official cars.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Gachagua defends budget request to renovate homes, office, and buy new cars
Be wary of fake cancer drug in the market, Poisons Board warns
Pharmacy and Poisons Board warns against use, sale, and distribution of Herceptin, a cancer drug identified as counterfeit, CEO Dr Siyoi says action to be taken against offenders.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Be wary of fake cancer drug in the market, Poisons Board warns
All tenants accounted for in collapsed Uthiru building
Five-storey building collapses in Uthiru, Nairobi; Kenya Red Cross says rescue efforts underway.
By Betty Njeru, Standard Reporter 6 months ago
All tenants accounted for in collapsed Uthiru building
Floods: Death toll at 219 as displaced persons relocated
Death toll from heavy rains and floods climbs to 219 with 72 people still missing; about 27,000 others who were displaced have been relocated, government says.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Floods: Death toll at 219 as displaced persons relocated
Cyclone Hidaya: Settlers on Kenyan coast ordered to evacuate immediately
Interior CS Kithure Kindiki directs Kenya Coast Guard Service to evacuate settlers on the Coast shoreline, ban beach activities to avert potential Cyclone Hidaya effects.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Cyclone Hidaya: Settlers on Kenyan coast ordered to evacuate immediately
Nigerian man captured assaulting a Kenyan woman deported
The Nigerian national is accused of physically assaulting his partner, a woman confined to a wheelchair, raising concerns about cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV).
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Nigerian man captured assaulting a Kenyan woman deported
Nairobi: Woman arrested for impersonation, extortion
The suspect would threaten victims with prosecution, but later tell them that they can get out of the "situation" if they were willing to part with money, in millions.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Nairobi: Woman arrested for impersonation, extortion
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New Air Force boss Fatuma shines light on gender equality
Fatuma's rise through the military ranks has been celebrated as a milestone in advancing gender equality within the armed forces.
By Betty Njeru and benjamin Imende 6 months ago
New Air Force boss Fatuma shines light on gender equality
US Foreign Affairs Committee requests President Ruto to address Congress
If invited, Ruto would be the first Kenyan Head of State to address a joint session of Congress, and the second African Head of State to address Congress.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
US Foreign Affairs Committee requests President Ruto to address Congress
Major General Fatuma Ahmed: Kenya's first female Airforce Commander
When President William Ruto appointed her as the new Kenya Airforce Commander on Thursday, it was another first.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
Major General Fatuma Ahmed: Kenya's first female Airforce Commander
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How digital innovation is safeguarding wildlife conservation
EarthRanger is a cutting-edge digital software aiding in wildlife conservation efforts.
By Betty Njeru 6 months ago
How digital innovation is safeguarding wildlife conservation