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Jacinta Mutura

Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups

Civil societies have said President William Ruto's administration has undermined national interest through corruption, poor governance and violation of human rights.

Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups

Fruits of Saudi Arabia love turn sour: Kenyan mothers fight for their stateless children

Fruits of Saudi Arabia love turn sour: Kenyan mothers fight for their stateless children

How expat parents in Saudi can apply for birth certificates online

How expat parents in Saudi can apply for birth certificates online

CS Tuya calls for enhanced mental wellness for inmates, officers

CS Tuya calls for enhanced mental wellness for inmates, officers

Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees

Human rights groups have condemned the government over the repatriation of four Turkish refugees.

Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees

Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets

Archbishop of Nairobi Philip Anyolo said the new centre under the Rescue Dada program builds to the church’s efforts to protect and support vulnerable children.

Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets

New project launched to boost fight for children's rights

The fight for children rights has received a major boost after the launch of a new project aimed at strengthening protection of child rights in the country.

New project launched to boost fight for children's rights

Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations

As the Kenya Kwanza gov't marks two years in office, boasting of milestones, civil society and human rights groups have raised concerns over the growing disregard for human rights.

Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations

Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act

The man in his 40s had mastered her routine and would spot her playing with friends. He was arrested but later released with police saying the case was dismissed in court.

By 2 months ago

Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act

Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans

The demand for Chinese language is steadily growing in Kenya, offering a wide range of professional opportunities

By 2 months ago

Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans

Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming

The government has embarked on a strategic shift in its school feeding program by piloting a new homegrown model in Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties.

By 2 months ago

Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming

Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board

The debate that parents and the government have shied away from is once again in the fore, with Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba weighing in.

By 2 months ago

Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board

Breaking barriers: Lesuuda's bold stand for girls and women rights

Silvana Lesuuda advocates for the rights of women and girls in Samburu while breaking the myths through community engagements and socioeconomic empowerment.

By 2 months ago

Breaking barriers: Lesuuda's bold stand for girls and women rights

Inside civil servants Sh1.5b salary, allowances boom

The government has splashed a Sh1.5 billion salary increment for civil servants, ending a looming strike that would have paralysed service delivery.

By 2 months ago

Inside civil servants Sh1.5b salary, allowances boom

Report reveals how State officials failed to stop Shakahola massacre

A new report has revealed how failure of government officials and police officers to investigate reports on illegal activities in Shakahola Forest, leading to the deaths of hundreds of people.

By 2 months ago

Report reveals how State officials failed to stop Shakahola massacre

Two Kenyans stranded in Saudi Arabia over Sh1.08 million 'debt'

Two Kenyans stranded in Saudi Arabia have appealed for government’s intervention to return home after they were barred from leaving over Sh1.08 million ‘debt’.

By 2 months ago

Two Kenyans stranded in Saudi Arabia over Sh1.08 million 'debt'

Innovative app enables clients to 'book', plant indigenous trees

The loss of indigenous trees and depletion of forests represents more than just a reduction in biodiversity, and also signifies a deepening crisis in the entire ecosystem.

By 3 months ago

Innovative app enables clients to 'book', plant indigenous trees

KICD apologises for misleading content in Biology textbook

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has bowed to pressure from the public over misleading content in the Form Three Biology textbook.

By 3 months ago

KICD apologises for misleading content in Biology textbook

IG transfers officers as detectives probe horrific Kware dumpsite murders

So far, nine bodies at different stages of decomposition have been retrieved from the Kware Dumpsite.

By 4 months ago

IG transfers officers as detectives probe horrific Kware dumpsite murders

Fathers of change leading the charge against FGM

The fight has seen more Maasai girls pursue education and succeed in their careers although it comes at a cost to these men as they are isolated and regarded as inferior.

By 4 months ago

Fathers of change leading the charge against FGM

Human rights groups call for release of arrested protestors

Twenty-one human rights and governance organizations have demanded for immediate and unconditional release of all arrested protestors and observers.

By 5 months ago

Human rights groups call for release of arrested protestors

Uhuru turns to God as Ruto starves office of budgeted funds

Kanze said Uhuru pays for his own office, fuels his official car and caters for expenses such as foreign and domestic travels, car repairs, and needs of staff allocated to him.

By 5 months ago

Uhuru turns to God as Ruto starves office of budgeted funds

Fourth estate is poorer without Mitty, journalists mourn colleague

Friends and colleagues described him as a dedicated, humble and polite person, saying he was a mentor who was always willing to lend a hand or share his vast knowledge.

By 5 months ago

Fourth estate is poorer without Mitty, journalists mourn colleague

State increases Inua Jamii funds to Sh3.86 billion

The allocation for the group represents an increase of 9.8 per cent and 11.4 per cent respectively.

By 6 months ago

State increases Inua Jamii funds to Sh3.86 billion

Former minister Njeru Githae launches 15 fiction books

Njeru Githae has launched 15 books of fiction, saying he has found peace in writing after retiring from politics and public service

By 6 months ago

Former minister Njeru Githae launches 15 fiction books

How proposed bill plans to tighten noose on sexual offenders

The proposed amendments are intended to take into consideration emerging trends in regard to sexual offences and technological advancements.

By 6 months ago

How proposed bill plans to tighten noose on sexual offenders

Family, friends celebrate the life of June Moi at Sunday service

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi described June as a lovely human being, saying the Moi family is coming to terms with her demise.

By 7 months ago

Family, friends celebrate the life of June Moi at Sunday service

Catholic church supports bid to phase out children homes

The government-led National Care Reform Strategy for Children in Kenya seeks to phase out all children homes in a 10-year plan that runs from 2022-2032.

By 7 months ago

Catholic church supports bid to phase out children homes

Church accuses State of seeking to cripple its firms

Archbishop Maurice Muhatia said there has been deliberate intent by the gov't to undermine the role of the Catholic Church, and all Faiths as safeguards of morality in society.

By 7 months ago

Church accuses State of seeking to cripple its firms

From orphanages to family set-up, foster care parents recall journey

Fostering teenagers has been identified as a key challenge in providing alternative care for children because most of them have developed particular characters.

By 7 months ago

From orphanages to family set-up, foster care parents recall journey

Foster families will be given priority in Inua Jamii, says PS

Families seeking to be enrolled in the Cash Transfer programme and have children in Charitable Children Institutions (CCI’s) will be given priority.

By 7 months ago

Foster families will be given priority in Inua Jamii, says PS

Children no one wants as clock ticks to phase out orphanages

National Care Reform Strategy proposes placing children in alternative family care. Donors are being encouraged to support children from within their families and communities.

By 7 months ago

Children no one wants as clock ticks to phase out orphanages

Dependency syndrome in children's homes ruining proper growth

Numerous studies have evidenced that institutions are damaging to the children and cannot replace family environment. The experience is even worse for children below three years.

By 7 months ago

Dependency syndrome in children's homes ruining proper growth

Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees

Human rights groups have condemned the government over the repatriation of four Turkish refugees.

Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees

Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets

Archbishop of Nairobi Philip Anyolo said the new centre under the Rescue Dada program builds to the church’s efforts to protect and support vulnerable children.

Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets

New project launched to boost fight for children's rights

The fight for children rights has received a major boost after the launch of a new project aimed at strengthening protection of child rights in the country.

New project launched to boost fight for children's rights

Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations

As the Kenya Kwanza gov't marks two years in office, boasting of milestones, civil society and human rights groups have raised concerns over the growing disregard for human rights.

Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations

Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act

The man in his 40s had mastered her routine and would spot her playing with friends. He was arrested but later released with police saying the case was dismissed in court.

By 2 months ago

Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act

Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans

The demand for Chinese language is steadily growing in Kenya, offering a wide range of professional opportunities

By 2 months ago

Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans

Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming

The government has embarked on a strategic shift in its school feeding program by piloting a new homegrown model in Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties.

By 2 months ago

Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming

Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board

The debate that parents and the government have shied away from is once again in the fore, with Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba weighing in.

By 2 months ago

Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board

Breaking barriers: Lesuuda's bold stand for girls and women rights

Silvana Lesuuda advocates for the rights of women and girls in Samburu while breaking the myths through community engagements and socioeconomic empowerment.

By 2 months ago

Breaking barriers: Lesuuda's bold stand for girls and women rights

Inside civil servants Sh1.5b salary, allowances boom

The government has splashed a Sh1.5 billion salary increment for civil servants, ending a looming strike that would have paralysed service delivery.

By 2 months ago

Inside civil servants Sh1.5b salary, allowances boom

Report reveals how State officials failed to stop Shakahola massacre

A new report has revealed how failure of government officials and police officers to investigate reports on illegal activities in Shakahola Forest, leading to the deaths of hundreds of people.

By 2 months ago

Report reveals how State officials failed to stop Shakahola massacre

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