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Stephanie Wangari

Ruto chairs first Cabinet meeting since forming broad-based government

President William Ruto is chairing the first Cabinet sitting since the formation of a broad-based government.

Ruto chairs first Cabinet meeting since forming broad-based government

Mary-Ann Musangi elected Chairperson of Women in Manufacturing Committee

Mary-Ann Musangi elected Chairperson of Women in Manufacturing Committee

Kenyans to receive IDs within 10 days starting October

Kenyans to receive IDs within 10 days starting October

Government clarifies labor agreement with Germany, dismisses claims of 250,000 jobs

Government clarifies labor agreement with Germany, dismisses claims of 250,000 jobs

Where are they? Mystery of missing Endarasha Academy pupils

Questions about the Hillside Endarasha Academy fire linger, as Kenyans pile pressure on the government to clarify its true position.

Where are they? Mystery of missing Endarasha Academy pupils

Government: All 164 boys in Endarasha Academy fire accounted for

All 164 boys who were residing in a dormitory that caught fire on Thursday night at Hillside Endarasha Academy, Nyeri, have been accounted for, according to Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura.

Government: All 164 boys in Endarasha Academy fire accounted for

Pharmacy and Poisons Board suspends licences of four pharmaceutical practitioners

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has suspended licences of four pharmaceutical practitioners for professional misconduct.

Pharmacy and Poisons Board suspends licences of four pharmaceutical practitioners

New police packages as Commission revises salaries

Police constables and Senior Assistant Inspector General are smiling home.

New police packages as Commission revises salaries

Medics threaten to strike over unpaid salaries, again

Health workers, including doctors, nurses, clinical officers, and dentists have threatened to strike if counties fail to honor their Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA).

Medics threaten to strike over unpaid salaries, again

Civil servants union suspends planned strike

The Kenya Civil Servants Union has suspended its planned strike after the government agreed to implement Phase II of the civil servants' Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Civil servants union suspends planned strike

KUPPET calls off teachers strike

The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has called off the strike that began on June 26.

KUPPET calls off teachers strike

NACADA announces a crackdown on bars operating near schools

NACADA has announced a nationwide crackdown on bars located near learning institutions.

NACADA announces a crackdown on bars operating near schools

President Ruto leaves tonight for China

President William Ruto is scheduled to leave the country this evening for an official visit to Beijing, China.

President Ruto leaves tonight for China

Mass registration of Maisha cards not mandatory-Bitok

Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has ruled out the mandatory mass registration for the Maisha Cards.

Mass registration of Maisha cards not mandatory-Bitok

Nyakera pledges to transform KICC to premier tourism hub

Irungu Nyakera, the newly appointed chairman of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), has pledged to transform it into a premier tourism destination.

Nyakera pledges to transform KICC to premier tourism hub

Teachers strike to kick off on Monday, KUPPET says

The Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has confirmed that the planned teachers' strike will proceed as scheduled

Teachers strike to kick off on Monday, KUPPET says

President Ruto: University students placed in wrong bands have chance to appeal

President William Ruto has assured students who have been incorrectly placed in financial aid bands that they have the opportunity to appeal.

President Ruto: University students placed in wrong bands have chance to appeal

KESSHA assures learners of safety as teachers strike starts

The Kenya Secondary School Heads Association (KESSHA) has assured parents that students will be protected in schools during the upcoming teachers' strike.

KESSHA assures learners of safety as teachers strike starts

All learners to register for SHA before resuming for third term

The Ministry of Education has instructed all learners to register for the Social Health Insurance Fund before the start of the third term next week.

All learners to register for SHA before resuming for third term

Reprieve for Kawira Mwangaza as Court suspends impeachment

The High Court has issued conservatory orders halting Kawira Mwangaza’s impeachment as Meru Governor.

Reprieve for Kawira Mwangaza as Court suspends impeachment

No qualified student will be denied university admission over household contribution

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has directed public university Vice-Chancellors to admit all qualified students, regardless of their ability to pay the household contribution.

No qualified student will be denied university admission over household contribution

KWS dismisses reports of mining activities in Tsavo East National Park

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has dismissed reports circulating on social media that mining activities are happening in Tsavo East National Park.

KWS dismisses reports of mining activities in Tsavo East National Park

19 Cabinet Secretaries sworn in

Nineteen Cabinet Secretaries were sworn in on Thursday, August 8, at State House, Nairobi, in the presence of President William Ruto.

19 Cabinet Secretaries sworn in

Martha Karua: Why I would not work with Ruto

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua says she wouldn’t work with President William Ruto due to his ‘micromanaging’ style of leadership.

Martha Karua: Why I would not work with Ruto

Why MPs rejected Stella Soi for Gender CS role

The National Assembly committee on appointments has rejected the nomination of Stella Soi Lang’at, as Gender Cabinet Secretary.

Why MPs rejected Stella Soi for Gender CS role

UASU issues seven-day strike notice over UoN leadership dispute

The University of Nairobi Chapter of the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) has issued a seven-day strike notice in response to ongoing leadership disputes at the institution.

UASU issues seven-day strike notice over UoN leadership dispute

Kenyan content creators to earn from Facebook after Meta deal

Starting Tuesday, August 6, eligible Kenyan creators can earn money from Facebook.

Kenyan content creators to earn from Facebook after Meta deal

Justin Muturi: Why I resigned as Attorney General

Public Service Cabinet Secretary nominee Justin Muturi has explained his reasons for resigning as Attorney General.

Justin Muturi: Why I resigned as Attorney General

Gender CS nominee discloses her net worth

Gender Cabinet Secretary nominee Stella Soi Lang'at states that her net worth currently stands at Sh70 million.

Gender CS nominee discloses her net worth

EACC Launches Investigation in Bomet County Over Sh373M Fraud

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has initiated an investigation into the alleged theft in Bomet County.

EACC Launches Investigation in Bomet County Over Sh373M Fraud

Why Health CS Nominee Barasa renewed her license at last minute

The CS nominee faced online criticism after paying Sh80,050 to the KMPDC, which reinstated her as a practicing doctor.

Why Health CS Nominee Barasa renewed her license at last minute

Task force recommends fresh registration for all religious institutions

A task force reviewing laws governing churches has recommended that all religious institutions in Kenya undergo fresh registration

Task force recommends fresh registration for all religious institutions

President Ruto defends re-appointment of cabinet secretaries

President William Ruto has defended the re-appointment of some cabinet secretaries in his government, saying they have returned under new terms.

President Ruto defends re-appointment of cabinet secretaries

Mwangi Kiunjuri claims paid goons invaded Parliament during anti-tax demos

Laikipia East Member of Parliament Mwangi Kiunjuri has alleged that the June 25, 2024 invasion of Parliament was financed by a government-affiliated office.

Mwangi Kiunjuri claims paid goons invaded Parliament during anti-tax demos

Police teargas protesters in Nairobi

Police lobbed teargas to disperse protesters in Nairobi on Thursday, July 25.

Police teargas protesters in Nairobi

KAA confirms receiving proposal from Adani Group for JKIA upgrade

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has acknowledged receiving an investment proposal from Adani Airport Holdings Limited meant to upgrade the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

KAA confirms receiving proposal from Adani Group for JKIA upgrade

Murkomen, Joho, Mbadi named in new Cabinet list

President Wiliam Ruto on Wednesday, July 24 nominated the second group of his Cabinet.

Murkomen, Joho, Mbadi named in new Cabinet list

Full list of Ruto's new Cabinet nominees

Ruto's new Cabinet nominees are now 21.

Full list of Ruto's new Cabinet nominees

Trespass JKIA, protected areas at your own peril, Acting Police IG Kanja warns

Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kiricho has warned the public against trespassing protected areas such JKIA.

Trespass JKIA, protected areas at your own peril, Acting Police IG Kanja warns

Most leaders are tone-deaf to Gen Z demands, says Martha Karua

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua has criticised the older generation for taking over the Gen-Z movement, which has been leading recent countrywide protests.

Most leaders are tone-deaf to Gen Z demands, says Martha Karua

Why MPs were not recalled from recess after withdrawal of Finance Bill 2024

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has dismissed concerns that the Finance Bill 2024, withdrawn by President William Ruto, will automatically become law due to the lapse of time.

Why MPs were not recalled from recess after withdrawal of Finance Bill 2024

High Court suspends Ruto's gazette notice appointing debt taskforce

The High Court has suspended President William Ruto’s gazette notice appointing a taskforce meant to probe the country’s debt.

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High Court suspends Ruto's gazette notice appointing debt taskforce

Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting amid calls for dissolution

President William Ruto is currently chairing a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi, Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed has announced.

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Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting amid calls for dissolution

KTDA distances itself from election of Chebochok, man implicated in sex scandal

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has distanced itself from the election of John Chebochok as the director of Tegat/Toror Tea Factory.

By 2 months ago

KTDA distances itself from election of Chebochok, man implicated in sex scandal

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