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NEMA bans use of plastic bags

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has banned the use of plastic bags to collect and dispose of garbage.

NEMA bans use of plastic bags

CDF Ogolla to be honoured with 19-gun salute

CDF Ogolla to be honoured with 19-gun salute

Lt Gen Charles Kahariri named the new Vice Chief of Defence Forces on March 8

Lt Gen Charles Kahariri named the new Vice Chief of Defence Forces on March 8

Ruto's orders to CS Murkomen over increased road accidents

Ruto's orders to CS Murkomen over increased road accidents

KQ cancels Dubai flights over flooding, severe weather

Kenya Airways cancels Wednesday flight to Dubai due to flooding and severe weather conditions in the United Arab Emirates, says it is monitoring the situation.

KQ cancels Dubai flights over flooding, severe weather

Muslim lawyers want Speaker charged for 'forcefully' shaking hands with muslim woman

The Muslim Lawyers are outraged by the forceful handshake by Speaker Ng'ondi.

Muslim lawyers want Speaker charged for 'forcefully' shaking hands with muslim woman

Explainer: Understanding rabies, a public health concern

Rabies remains a very real threat, both to animal and human health, and vigilance is key to preventing its spread.

Explainer: Understanding rabies, a public health concern

Nairobi: Detectives arrest quack for fraudulent medical practices

Njenga was arrested for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting patients and falsifying medical records.

Nairobi: Detectives arrest quack for fraudulent medical practices

Sakaja, Sifuna differ on Senate summons

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna said his boss, Governor Johnson Sakaja will be fined Sh500,000 for failing to honour Senate summons.

Sakaja, Sifuna differ on Senate summons

Flight pursers: The masters of air travel

As passengers enjoy the skies, there is always one key person in the flight who serves as a liaison between the flight deck and the cabin, the flight purser.

Flight pursers: The masters of air travel

Kindiki: Protests by striking doctors are in contempt

Interior CS Kindiki says gatherings and protests by striking health workers are in contempt of court; asks law enforcement agencies to protect those who have disregarded the ongoing strike.

Kindiki: Protests by striking doctors are in contempt

DJ Joe Mfalme set free, to be a state witness in murder case

The DPP preferred charges to the first respondent Allan Ochieng' who was accused of assaulting the late Felix Kelian.

DJ Joe Mfalme set free, to be a state witness in murder case

Main suspect in Sh151m fake minerals scam arrested

Detectives arrest prime suspect in Sh151m tantalum minerals scam in Nairobi, to be arraigned at Milimani Law courts; other bank officials he was allegedly colluding with are under investigation.

Main suspect in Sh151m fake minerals scam arrested

Kindiki's 21-day ultimatum to alcohol manufacturers

Licences and permits of 24 alcohol manufacturers and distillers to remain suspended; Interior CS Kindiki says the entities have 21 days, starting April 8, to meet all regulations.

Kindiki's 21-day ultimatum to alcohol manufacturers

Kawira Mwangaza joins UDA

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza joins President Ruto’s UDA; she was elected on an independent ticket and has survived two impeachment motions at the Senate.

Kawira Mwangaza joins UDA

ODM demands resignation of Antony Mwaura, Joy Mdivo

The Orange Democratic Party (ODM) has faulted a move by President William Ruto led- United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party to appoint public officials to oversee its grassroots polls.

ODM demands resignation of Antony Mwaura, Joy Mdivo

Ruto leaves the country for Ghana, Guinea Bissau

This will be Ruto's first visit to Ghana and Guinea-Bissau since assuming office in September 2022.

Ruto leaves the country for Ghana, Guinea Bissau

Stop or face the law: IG Koome to bandits

A multi-agency command center has been set up for Isiolo, Meru, Laikipia, and Samburu counties to aid in the fight.

Stop or face the law: IG Koome to bandits

How the Safari Rally came to be in Kenya

The Safari Rally was first held in 1953, then known as the East African Coronation Safari, organized to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.

How the Safari Rally came to be in Kenya

Kenya to set up embassy in Hungary

Mudavadi officially invited Hungary to attend the IDA 21 replenishment Summit in Nairobi.

Kenya to set up embassy in Hungary

Roar: 2024 WRC Safari rally flag-off in pictures

The yearly rally takes various routes in Naivasha which are Malewa, Loldia, Elementaita, and Soysambu.

Roar: 2024 WRC Safari rally flag-off in pictures

War on drugs: 16 traffickers arrested, others deported

Among those arrested include foreign nationals from Tanzania and Nigeria.

War on drugs: 16 traffickers arrested, others deported

JKIA: Terminal 1E closed temporarily after a fire incident

Electricity to the terminal has been temporarily shut off as a precautionary measure.

JKIA: Terminal 1E closed temporarily after a fire incident

Heroic police officer swept away during daring rescue in Nairobi floods

The officer fell into a manhole and swept together with his AK-47 rifle

Heroic police officer swept away during daring rescue in Nairobi floods

Museveni appoints son as Chief of Defence Force

Uganda President Museveni’s son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba appointed Chief of Defence Forces replacing Gen Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, in cabinet reshuffle, military changes.

Museveni appoints son as Chief of Defence Force

Nissan X-Trail T30 an overhyped venerable SUV?

X-Trail T30 offers a range of capable engines, including efficient petrol and diesel options.

Nissan X-Trail T30 an overhyped venerable SUV?

TikTok posing huge security threats, Kindiki tells committee

Government writes to TikTok expressing dissatisfaction with their compliance with Kenyan laws; Interior CS Kindiki threatens administrative action

TikTok posing huge security threats, Kindiki tells committee

How government plans to improve Kenya's economy

The Kenya Kwanza government has put in place a structure that will enable Kenya to become an industrial and economic hub as it angles for Vision 2030.

How government plans to improve Kenya's economy

Ruto signs Affordable Housing Bill into law

President William Ruto assents to the Affordable Housing Bill, paving way for the return of housing levy deductions; both Houses passed the Bill last week.

Ruto signs Affordable Housing Bill into law

All PSV drivers to undergo re-testing amid road carnage

Transport CS Murkomen directs all PSV drivers to undergo re-testing and medical testing, orders NTSA to heighten crackdown on unroadworthy vehicles in wake of several road accidents.

All PSV drivers to undergo re-testing amid road carnage

Schools in South Sudan closed following extreme heat wave

Any school that will remain open during the two weeks will risk having its registration withdrawn.

Schools in South Sudan closed following extreme heat wave

Kindiki orders arrest of organisers, financiers of hecklers at Kericho event

Interior CS Kindiki orders crackdown on organisers and financers of hecklers during President Ruto’s visit to Kericho over the weekend; vows to crack the whip on heckling at political gatherings

Kindiki orders arrest of organisers, financiers of hecklers at Kericho event

Motoring: A breakdown of vehicle importing charges and taxes

Most motorists find it cheaper to import their cars from countries whose tax bracket is friendlier compared to the local ones.

Motoring: A breakdown of vehicle importing charges and taxes

Monica Kimani murder: Jowie's sentencing postponed to next week

Court postpones sentencing of Joseph Irungu alias Jowie to March 13, his lawyer requests more time to respond to a pre-sentencing report and slain Monica Kimani’s family.

Monica Kimani murder: Jowie's sentencing postponed to next week

KDF changes: Lt Gen Charles Kahariri named new Vice Chief of Defence Forces

President Ruto promotes Maj General Charles Muriu Kahariri to Lieutenant General, appoints him Vice Chief of Defence Forces, replacing Jonah Mwangi who has retired.

KDF changes: Lt Gen Charles Kahariri named new Vice Chief of Defence Forces

Government suspends licenses for second-generation alcohol manufacturers

The government has suspended all licenses and permits for manufacturers of second-generation alcohol issued by KRA; all existing licenses are to be vetted afresh within 21 days.

Government suspends licenses for second-generation alcohol manufacturers

List: 25 new guidelines as war on illicit liquor intensifies

Interior CS Kindiki orders immediate shutdown of bars and alcoholic joints within residential areas and near schools, says landlords to be held liable for abetting.

List: 25 new guidelines as war on illicit liquor intensifies

Ruto: EAC presidents will back one candidate for AU job

Kenya to host this year’s World Bank Group International Development Association Summit on April 29, 2024, President Ruto announces.

Ruto: EAC presidents will back one candidate for AU job

Explainer: How the eTIMS works

KRA says all informal sector and small business owners are to electronically generate and transmit their invoices to KRA via the electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS).

Explainer: How the eTIMS works

Eastlands tenants face eviction as government redevelops old estates

Several government houses in Eastlands, Nairobi have been earmarked for redevelopment as part of the Affordable Housing Programme

Eastlands tenants face eviction as government redevelops old estates

Kenya and Haiti sign deal on deployment of 1,000 police officers

Kenya and Haiti sign deal to send 1,000 police officers on a security support mission to the Caribbean nation in a ceremony presided by Pres. Ruto and Haiti PM Ariel Henri.

Kenya and Haiti sign deal on deployment of 1,000 police officers

Jowie found guilty, Jacque Maribe acquitted in murder of Monica Kimani

Joseph Irungu alias Jowie has been found guilty of murdering businesswoman Monica Kimani whose lifeless body was found in her apartment in Kilimani, Nairobi in September 2018.

By 2 months ago

Jowie found guilty, Jacque Maribe acquitted in murder of Monica Kimani

Maribe, Jowie to know fate tomorrow in Monica Kimani murder case

Monica Kimani murder case: High Court to pronounce its judgement tomorrow against ex-TV anchor Jacque Maribe and her ex-lover Jowie Irungu, ruling had been adjourned twice.

By 2 months ago

Maribe, Jowie to know fate tomorrow in Monica Kimani murder case

Five suspects of the Embakasi gas explosion still at large - DCI

DCI has already arrested the prime suspect of the deadly blast that left 6 dead.

By 2 months ago

Five suspects of the Embakasi gas explosion still at large - DCI

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