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Fresh storm brews at UoN over disputed VC appointment

The appointment comes after it emerged that Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba extended the term for Prof Hutchinson, as acting VC.

By Lewis Nyaundi 37 mins ago

Fresh storm brews at UoN over disputed VC appointment

CDF debate rages as public participation phase closes

By Josphat Thiongó 37 mins ago

Gachagua's blessing, MPs faulted as court to decide on DCJ powers

Gachagua's blessing, MPs faulted as court to decide on DCJ powers

By Kamau Muthoni 37 mins ago

Ruto nominates little known Ethekon as IEBC chairman

Ruto nominates little known Ethekon as IEBC chairman

By Edwin Nyarangi 37 mins ago

Edward Kwach: Farewell to radio trailblazer

Father Justice (Rtd) Kwach says despite meningitis, the broadcaster never lost his warmth.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 hrs ago

Edward Kwach: Farewell to radio trailblazer

How police used forensic tools to nab suspects in Kasipul MP murder

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Thursday said a forensic analysis of the firearms collected directly links one to the shots that killed the MP.

By Okumu Modachi 2 hrs ago

How police used forensic tools to nab suspects in Kasipul MP murder

Counties ready to pay Sh 4.7 B bill, ask KPLC to do same

Ali said Nairobi County is owed Sh802 million, Kirinyaga County Sh192 million, and Machakos County Sh41 million in wayleave charges.

By Edwin Nyarangi 8 hrs ago

Counties ready to pay Sh 4.7 B bill, ask KPLC to do same

President Ruto congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election

The new pontiff was introduced in Latin with his chosen papal name.

By Mate Tongola 11 hrs ago

President Ruto congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election

Kenya, UAE sign MoU on military cooperation, economic development

Kenya and the United Arab Emirates have signed seven agreements aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation.

By PCS 12 hrs ago

Kenya, UAE sign MoU on military cooperation, economic development

Ruto nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC chairperson

Names of the nominees have been sent to Parliament for approval.

By Mate Tongola 13 hrs ago

Ruto nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC chairperson

Explainer: Countdown to the new Pope

With Pope Francis' burial rites done, the world's focus is now on the Sistine Chapel, where the 133 cardinals are locked up to choose the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church.

By Jayne Rose Gacheri 15 hrs ago

Explainer: Countdown to the new Pope

Petition filed to have detained Aroko presented in court 'dead or alive'

In a supporting affidavit, Omari states that Aroko has no involvement in the MP’s murder and is willing to cooperate fully with investigators.

By Nancy Gitonga 15 hrs ago

Petition filed to have detained Aroko presented in court 'dead or alive'

DCI warns of spike in vehicle theft across Kenya

DCI says that the tactics used include carjacking, robbery with violence, theft, and car hire scams.

By Mate Tongola 15 hrs ago

DCI warns of spike in vehicle theft across Kenya

Gun linked to Kasipul MP's murder found as police arrest 10 suspects

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Thursday said that a forensic analysis of the firearms collected directly links one of the pistols to the shots that killed the MP.

By Okumu Modachi 15 hrs ago

Gun linked to Kasipul MP's murder found as police arrest 10 suspects

MP Were murder: Suspects arraigned, not charged

Prosecution fails to charge five suspects arraigned at JKIA Law Courts over the murder of Kasipul MP Charles Were over jurisdictional dispute.

By Denis Omondi 16 hrs ago

MP Were murder: Suspects arraigned, not charged

Uzima University awarded charter, issued with a Sh100 million grant

The government has said it will provide a grant of Sh100 million to Uzima University to support students’ training programmes in the institution.

By Irene Githinji 16 hrs ago

Uzima University awarded charter, issued with a Sh100 million grant

CS Wahome put on the spot for failing to honour Senate invites

Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome has been put on the spot for failing to appear before the Senate a record seven times.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 hrs ago

CS Wahome put on the spot for failing to honour Senate invites

Radio icon Edward Kwach remembered as charismatic, creative trailblazer

Edward Kwach, a celebrated Standard Group journalist and veteran radio presenter, was remembered Thursday, May 8, as a charismatic figure who lived life loudly.

By Ronald Kipruto 16 hrs ago

Radio icon Edward Kwach remembered as charismatic, creative trailblazer

Mudavadi, Rubio hold talks on trade and security

Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi, US Senate Secretary Marco Rubio meet in Washington, discuss regional peace and security, trade and investment, diplomatic engagement.

By Esther Nyambura 16 hrs ago

Mudavadi, Rubio hold talks on trade and security

Treasury plans to clear verified pending bills as new accounting system beckons

Treasury to settle verified outstanding bills ahead of new accounting system rollout.

By Graham Kajilwa 17 hrs ago

Treasury plans to clear verified pending bills as new accounting system beckons

A woman at the top: Could Anne Amadi become the next IEBC chair?

For ten years, she served as Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, managing the institution’s finances, administration, and personnel.

By Mike Kihaki 18 hrs ago

A woman at the top: Could Anne Amadi become the next IEBC chair?

DIG Lagat orders crackdown on illicit brews and counterfeit goods

Police officers have been urged not to relent in the fight against illicit brews and drugs, human tracking and counterfeit products within their jurisdiction.

By Hudson Gumbihi 19 hrs ago

DIG Lagat orders crackdown on illicit brews and counterfeit goods

Requiem mass draws leaders, family mourning Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve

A requiem mass for Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve is underway at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi, as mourners gather to honour the late politician ahead of his Friday burial in Mwingi, Kitui County.

By Mike Kihaki 21 hrs ago

Requiem mass draws leaders, family mourning Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve

President William Ruto signs Persons with Disabilities Bill into law

President William Ruto signed the Persons with Disabili ties Bill 2025 into law at State House, advancing the rights of people with disabilities in Kenya.

By David Njaaga 21 hrs ago

President William Ruto signs Persons with Disabilities Bill into law

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