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Okumu Modachi

Human body parts discovered in Nairobi as cases of femicide increase

The lower body parts suspected to belong to a woman, dismembered and stashed in a sack, were found dumped along River Mathare near Riverside/Mathare bridge.

By Okumu Modachi 27 days ago

Human body parts discovered in Nairobi as cases of femicide increase

Kalonzo hits out at Ruto, announces start of 2027 poll campaigns

Kalonzo hits out at Ruto, announces start of 2027 poll campaigns

By Okumu Modachi 28 days ago

76 youths benefit from a Swiss training programme

76 youths benefit from a Swiss training programme

By Okumu Modachi 28 days ago

Law Society of Kenya has condemned withdrawal of CJ Koome's security details.

Law Society of Kenya has condemned withdrawal of CJ Koome's security details.

By Okumu Modachi 28 days ago

Government rolls out Mpesa payments for Inua Jamii beneficiaries

Government rolls out e-Citizen Mpesa payments for Inua Jamii beneficiaries starting January; Social Protection PS Motari urges beneficiaries to register Safaricom lines.

By Sharon wanga and Okumu Modachi 29 days ago

Government rolls out Mpesa payments for Inua Jamii beneficiaries

EACC: We have launched investigations against corrupt Judges

EACC Chairperson David Oginde confirmed that, on invitation of Chief Justice Martha Koome, the commission is probing bribery allegations leveled against some judges.

By Okumu Modachi 30 days ago

EACC: We have launched investigations against corrupt Judges

LSK slams interior ministry over withdrawal of CJ Koome's security detail

LSK has condemned the withdrawal of Chief Justice Martha Koome's security details as she claimed yesterday in a letter addressed to Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

LSK slams interior ministry over withdrawal of CJ Koome's security detail

For families of abductees, it has been horror Christmas, not merry

Relatives spent the festive season worrying about the whereabouts of their kin as KNCHR says 13 people have been abducted in the last three months.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

For families of abductees, it has been horror Christmas, not merry

Lobby groups call for countrywide protests over abductions

Lobby groups warned of a fresh round of countrywide demonstrations to push the State to release those believed to have been abducted by security agents.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Lobby groups call for countrywide protests over abductions

Nairobians flock to recreational parks, entertainment joints for Christmas

Some blamed tough economic times and hiked fares to the village; instead preferring to spend Christmas in Nairobi.

By Okumu Modachi and Pkemoi Ng'enoh 1 month ago

Nairobians flock to recreational parks, entertainment joints for Christmas

State assures Kenyans of heightened security

The government has assured Kenyans of adequate security as they flock churches and social places to celebrate Christmas.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

State assures Kenyans of heightened security

Liquor traders applaud government's collaborative efforts to combat illicit brews

MELTA and Wanabiashara Caucus have expressed support for the government's new approach to tackling illicit brews and narcotic drugs.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Liquor traders applaud government's collaborative efforts to combat illicit brews

Sky-high living cost puts brakes on upcountry Christmas travel

Unlike previous festive seasons, where public transport often witnessed travel crises in Nairobi, this year has been different, with fewer travellers turning up to journey upcountry

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Sky-high living cost puts brakes on upcountry Christmas travel

Kenya is not financing Haiti Mission, government now says

The government has denied funding the Haiti peacekeeping mission, noting that the excercise is financed by the United Nations.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Kenya is not financing Haiti Mission, government now says

State steps up surveillance to curb insecurity during festive season

Border Management Security Director Kennedy Nyaiyo said the country is safe as the State has established proper surveillance across Kenyan borders to thwart any security threat.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

State steps up surveillance to curb insecurity during festive season

Kenya seeks to promote eco-friendly tea, coffee trade

In a bid to scale up efforts to combat climate change, Kenya has embarked on a new strategy involving greening her trade and consumption with focus on tea and coffee sectors.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Kenya seeks to promote eco-friendly tea, coffee trade

Sh32b windfall for counties as DP roots for transfer of devolved functions

Counties are set to receive Sh32 billion due for November from the National Treasury, the government has announced.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Sh32b windfall for counties as DP roots for transfer of devolved functions

United Kingdom hands over colonial-era archives and artifacts

Kenyans will now have opportunity to interact more with their colonial history after the United Kingdom relinquished artifacts concealed during their colonial rule in the country.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

United Kingdom hands over colonial-era archives and artifacts

Pastoralist communities want state to formalise Duksi, Madrasa education

Pastoralist communities now want the government to formalise Duksi and Madrasa teachings and recognise them as part of the country's education system.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Pastoralist communities want state to formalise Duksi, Madrasa education

Media sustainability, journalists' safety top State talks with editors

The safety of journalists, press freedom and debts owed to media houses dominated a Friday meeting between editors and the government.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Media sustainability, journalists' safety top State talks with editors

Gachagua allies, Opposition MPs receive State honours during Jamhuri fete

Dozens of security bosses including Director General of Police and his deputies were also among senior government officials conferred with various awards.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Gachagua allies, Opposition MPs receive State honours during Jamhuri fete

Nairobi county to get 5,000 classrooms as enrollment rises

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja said the national government has issued Sh1 billion to local Members of Parliament to construct the classrooms.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Nairobi county to get 5,000 classrooms as enrollment rises

NACADA honoured for its financial reporting

NACADA honoured for its financial reporting at the 2024 Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

NACADA honoured for its financial reporting

Wandayi: This is my 100 days achievement

Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi says he has initiated several projects since he took office in August amid criticism over his defence of the Adani deal with Ketraco.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Wandayi: This is my 100 days achievement

Tanzanian MPs injured while traveling for EALA games

Several Tanzanian Members of Parliament have been injured after they were involved in a road accident while traveling to Mombasa for EALA Games.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Tanzanian MPs injured while traveling for EALA games

Surrender devolved functions to counties, lobby groups ask president

Kenya Devolution Civil Society Organisations Working Group urged President William Ruto to surrender all devolved services to the county governments.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Surrender devolved functions to counties, lobby groups ask president

Boost for Raila's AU seat quest as Mauritius backs him, rival quits

Raila Odinga's quest to be the next African Union Commission chairperson is getting clearer by the day with 25 member countries having pledged to support Kenya's candidature

By Edwin Nyarangi and Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Boost for Raila's AU seat quest as Mauritius backs him, rival quits

Peter Mwathi: I lied to abductors to save my life

Former Limuru lawmaker Peter Mwathi has now says he lied that he "loved" President William Ruto's government to escape death in the hands of his alleged abductors.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Peter Mwathi: I lied to abductors to save my life

Over 700 families displaced by raging floods in Kisumu

More than 700 families have been displaced as floods swept through several villages in Nyando and Nyakach in Siaya County.

By Clinton Ambujo and Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Over 700 families displaced by raging floods in Kisumu

Ruto: eCitizen has curbed graft and plunder of public funds

Kenyans can access 22,515 services on the platform up from 394 since its inception. National Transport and Safety Authority is top of the list as having transacted the most.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Ruto: eCitizen has curbed graft and plunder of public funds

Embrace e-citizen or quit, President Ruto warns parastatal bosses

President William Ruto has issued a seven-day ultimatum to parastatal bosses and heads of State agencies that are yet to onboard services on e-Citizen.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Embrace e-citizen or quit, President Ruto warns parastatal bosses

NACADA boss feted for championing war against drug abuse among youths

NACADA Chief Executive Officer, Anthony Omerikwa, has been recognized for his contribution to the fight against drug and substance abuse among youths.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

NACADA boss feted for championing war against drug abuse among youths

Ruto issues ultimatum to agencies over E-citizen platform

Ruto issued a stern warning to government agencies that have not joined the E-Citizen platform.

By Mate Tongola and Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Ruto issues ultimatum to agencies over E-citizen platform

Come clean on cost of Adani deals, Ruto told

A section of church leaders are demanding clarity from the government on the cost implication of the botched Adani Ltd deals on Kenyans.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Come clean on cost of Adani deals, Ruto told

Crack down on illegal arms for peace, security, governments urged

Governments have been urged to monitor and control usage of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) that are under their control to combat insecurity.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Crack down on illegal arms for peace, security, governments urged

Trump will back Haiti mission, Kenya says

Kenya's peacekeeping mission in Haiti aligns with United States President-elect Donald Trump's policy of dealing with immigration issues, the Kenyan government has said.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Trump will back Haiti mission, Kenya says

Haiti mission is part of Trump's immigration policy, Government says.

The country's peacekeeping mission in Haiti aligns with United States President-elect Donald Trump's policy of dealing with immigration issues, Kenya's government now claims.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Haiti mission is part of Trump's immigration policy, Government says.

Shock, pain and tears as families left out in the cold after demolitions.

Veterans are among dozens of families left in the cold following demolitions in Nairobi's Woodley Estate on Monday night.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Shock, pain and tears as families left out in the cold after demolitions.

Artists urge tax breaks for creative industry equipment to boost growth

Artists have called on the government to provide tax exemptions for critical equipment in the creative sector, including cameras, lighting tools and production gear.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Artists urge tax breaks for creative industry equipment to boost growth

PS Omollo raises concern over illicit trade in weapons

Nairobi is hosting a forum to review strides made in the war against trade in small arms and light weapons in Eastern and Central Africa.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

PS Omollo raises concern over illicit trade in weapons

State promises tax exemption on film products

Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said tax exemptions for film industry products is aimed at elevating the sector that has been dwindling for years.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

State promises tax exemption on film products

Experts seek inclusion of youths, children in climate action

Inclusion of the youth and children will take the centre-stage during next year's Africa Climate Summit.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Experts seek inclusion of youths, children in climate action

Metrofile and KARMA partner to boost Kenya's digital transformation

Kenya Association of Records Managers and Archivists (KARMA) partners with Metrofile Kenya to enhance digital records management across both the public and private sectors.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Metrofile and KARMA partner to boost Kenya's digital transformation

Muted activity in Nairobi as Kindiki sworn-in

Nairobi witnessed muted activity as the country's new Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, was sworn into office.

By Okumu Modachi 3 months ago

Muted activity in Nairobi as Kindiki sworn-in

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