Lightning kills two cows in West Pokot
A farmer is counting losses after lightning killed two cows following downpour in Mbaya village, Lelan Location West Pokot county on Thursday.
By Irene Githinji, Irissheel Shanzu 21 days ago
Lightning kills two cows in West Pokot
Kiharu MP lectures govt on budget making, debt crisis
Nyoro has broken his silence in style, spicing his scathing criticism with his deep understanding of the budget-making process to demonstrate the debt trap Kenya is in.
By Irene Githinji 22 days ago
Kiharu MP lectures govt on budget making, debt crisis
Government releases Sh7 billion for CDF, amid MPs' dissatisfaction
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has attributed the delay in disbursing the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF) to heavy financial obligations.
By Irene Githinji 22 days ago
Government releases Sh7 billion for CDF, amid MPs' dissatisfaction
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How three tech firms struck jackpot in e-Citizen deal
A consortium of three companies running the controversial eCitizen platform was given sweeping powers and an opportunity to mint billions from taxpayers seeking govt services.
By Irene Githinji 23 days ago
How three tech firms struck jackpot in e-Citizen deal
Mudavadi: Kenya is a neutral arbiter to peace process
He emphasised that Africa needs sustainable conflict resolution mechanisms to advance peace initiatives that will bring normalcy to conflict-prone nations.
By Irene Githinji 24 days ago
Mudavadi: Kenya is a neutral arbiter to peace process
Former Nairobi CEC Mohamed Dagane urges simplification of IEBC structure
Another candidate, Melisa Ng'ania, told the panel that although one cannot control how others perceive them, it is crucial to uphold integrity and professionalism, even under pressure.
By Irene Githinji 24 days ago
Former Nairobi CEC Mohamed Dagane urges simplification of IEBC structure
MPs probe land ownership row at Kiambu National Polytechnic
According to documents presented by the polytechnic's administration, the institution currently occupies 70 acres, with the title deed held by the National Treasury.
By Irene Githinji 24 days ago
MPs probe land ownership row at Kiambu National Polytechnic
Access Bank gets CBK nod to acquire NBK
Acquisition of National Bank of Kenya by Access Bank Kenya was approved by CBK on April 4, and subsequently by the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary on April 10.
By Irene Githinji 24 days ago
Access Bank gets CBK nod to acquire NBK
Lawmakers: Mt Kenya is in government to stay
Just days after President William Ruto's visit to the Mt Kenya region, politicians allied to him are back, splashing millions of shillings in what they describe as economic empowerment initiatives.
By Irene Githinji 25 days ago
Lawmakers: Mt Kenya is in government to stay
Ruto lawyer steps down from IEBC contest
Lawyer Katwa Kigen, who was scheduled to appeal before the IEBC Selection Panel, said he had shelved his ambition by "avoiding unnecessary diversion" from the commission's role.
By Irene Githinji 28 days ago
Ruto lawyer steps down from IEBC contest
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House of deals: State House now hub of power, plunder, and patronage
State House, the seat of government in Kenya, is, according to critics, increasingly becoming a citadel of multi-billion shilling questionable deals and a paradise for brokers and wheeler-dealers.
By Imende Benjamin and Irene Githinji 29 days ago
House of deals: State House now hub of power, plunder, and patronage
MPs summon Kebs boss over alleged loss of Sh420 million
Trade committee summoned Kebs Managing Director, Esther Ngari after she failed to appear to respond to claims of financial impropriety that could have led to loss of funds.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
MPs summon Kebs boss over alleged loss of Sh420 million
Sanlam Kenya's Sh2.5 billion rights issue to open on April 25
Sanlam Kenya chairman John Simba said the Sh2.5 billion rights issue will enable the company to recapitalise its balance sheet by settling a loan facility from Stanbic Bank Kenya.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Sanlam Kenya's Sh2.5 billion rights issue to open on April 25
State urged to regulate steel importation
Scrap metal dealers have appealed to the government to urgently protect the industry, which is threatened by importation of low priced steel reinforcement and steel billet into the country.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
State urged to regulate steel importation
Court declines to block auction of Moses Kuria's properties over Sh50 million loan
Kuria secured a Sh50 million loan from Equity Bank in December 2017 to construct five-storey rental blocks in Ruaka and Juja.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Court declines to block auction of Moses Kuria's properties over Sh50 million loan
I'll not be intimidated, Gachagua retorts after goons storm church
Gunshots were heard as ex-DP's security dispersed the goons who stormed the church. He said President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Sakaja were behind the attack.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
I'll not be intimidated, Gachagua retorts after goons storm church
New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in government
In a statement yesterday, Mudavadi, who is also the Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary, said he is in government to stay.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in government
Season for birthing, repositioning political parties here with us again
The alliances of 2022 are now forgotten, political sins forgotten or forgiven as hitherto foes embrace in new unions, birthing new coalitions and promises of a bright future in two years.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Season for birthing, repositioning political parties here with us again
Jubilee posts record Sh6b profit as gross premiums jump 34pc
Board has recommended a record dividend payout of Sh978 million, translating to Sh13.5 per ordinary share.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Jubilee posts record Sh6b profit as gross premiums jump 34pc
Ruto's shake-up continues as KICC boss Nyakera dismissed
President William Ruto has dismissed the Kenya International Convention Centre (KICC) Chairman, Irungu Nyakera, just seven months after his appointment.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Ruto's shake-up continues as KICC boss Nyakera dismissed
Back and forth on IEBC reconstitution
IEBC is yet again at the centre of a fresh controversy as two sides of the major political protagonists clash over how the polls body should be reconstituted.
By Irene Githinji and Josphat Thiong'o 1 month ago
Back and forth on IEBC reconstitution
Junet pushes for IEBC panel extension as opposition cries foul
Leader of Minority in the National Assembly, Junet Mohamed has filed a notice of motion seeking to extend timelines for IEBC selection panel by 14 days.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Junet pushes for IEBC panel extension as opposition cries foul
Ruto starts make-or-break tour of Gachagua backyard
President William Ruto's tour of Mt Kenya region begins Tuesday, amid mixed feelings among residents and leaders.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Ruto starts make-or-break tour of Gachagua backyard
Kenya's peace efforts crucial, says Mudavadi
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has cautioned against politicising peace and security role that Kenya is playing in the region.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Kenya's peace efforts crucial, says Mudavadi
Former FKF official faces integrity queries as IEBC panel moves to round two
Former FKF deputy president questioned over ongoing court case and integrity complaints. Panel will between today and April 24 interview candidates for IEBC members.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Former FKF official faces integrity queries as IEBC panel moves to round two
Candidates for IEBC top seat hard pressed to explain court cases charges
Former Judiciary official and former assembly clerk defend corruption allegations. Kenya Power chairperson says she would defy pressure to resign if her conscience is clear.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Candidates for IEBC top seat hard pressed to explain court cases charges
Ecobank gets Sh3.5b capital injection boost
Ecobank Kenya has strengthened its capital base with a $27 million (Sh3.5 billion) boost to support business growth in the country and the East African region.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Ecobank gets Sh3.5b capital injection boost
Amadi, Nyachae fight off corruption claims amid IEBC chairperson interviews
Amadi denied involvement in a Sh89m gold scandal, dismissing the allegations as an attempt to unsettle her.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Amadi, Nyachae fight off corruption claims amid IEBC chairperson interviews
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Raila: Why I cannot work with Gachagua
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has reiterated that he will not back down on his unity deal with President William Ruto, asserting that it is aimed at improving Kenya for the better.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Raila: Why I cannot work with Gachagua
Mudavadi: 1,000 Kenyans are in jail abroad
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said at least 1,000 Kenyans are behind bars abroad over various offences.
By Irene Githinji and Boniface Gikandi 1 month ago
Mudavadi: 1,000 Kenyans are in jail abroad
Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro declined to speak about his political future, saying time for that will come.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October
KICD says mathematics to remain in senior school
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development has moved to clarify that under Competency Based Curriculum, mathematics will not be totally dropped at senior school level or Grade 10.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
KICD says mathematics to remain in senior school
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Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survival
The broad-based government has been in place for over seven months now, with President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga claiming it is steering the country towards a transformative agenda.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survival
Ole Sapit bars Gachagua, Kalonzo from speaking at church service
The archbishop has directed that politicians not be allowed to speak inside Anglican churches during services but only be acknowledged by name and allowed to wave.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Ole Sapit bars Gachagua, Kalonzo from speaking at church service
I've no regrets if I'm sacked, says CS Muturi
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi says he is not afraid to be kicked out due to his stand on what is believed to be State-sponsored abductions of government critics.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
I've no regrets if I'm sacked, says CS Muturi
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Nyoro, his ousted team accused of skewed sharing of 'budget' kitty
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and the Budget and Appropriations Committee he chaired became subject of discussion after MPs raised questions on the budget-making process
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Nyoro, his ousted team accused of skewed sharing of 'budget' kitty
Why Muturi's party wants to leave Kenya Kwanza
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has pulled yet another surprise move, seeking to divorce his Democratic Party, from the ruling Kenya Kwanza Alliance.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Why Muturi's party wants to leave Kenya Kwanza
Back to sunroof campaigns or development tours?
President William Ruto is a man always on the move and appears to have hit the campaign trail long before the electioneering period, which is more than two years away.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Back to sunroof campaigns or development tours?
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Magnificent Duo: Why politicians love to hate Gathungu, Nyakang'o
Integrity sisters: Why politicians love to hate these public servants.AG Gathungu recently drew the ire of MPs when she exposed irregularities in the SHA system.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Magnificent Duo: Why politicians love to hate Gathungu, Nyakang'o
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Ruto's Nairobi meet-the-people tour focuses on deal with Raila
The President embarked on a weeklong tour of the capital city, launching and commissioning development projects.
By Irene Githinji 1 month ago
Ruto's Nairobi meet-the-people tour focuses on deal with Raila