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Stephanie Wangari

"Mum was inspiring and compassionate," June Moi's daughter says in tribute

June died on April 11, 2024, at Nairobi Hospital where she had been rushed for treatment.

"Mum was inspiring and compassionate," June Moi's daughter says in tribute

Gideon Moi, Kalonzo Musyoka weigh in on Mwangi wa Iria's legal troubles

Gideon Moi, Kalonzo Musyoka weigh in on Mwangi wa Iria's legal troubles

Senator Cherargei questions Bunge Towers 14-year construction period

Senator Cherargei questions Bunge Towers 14-year construction period

KNCHR calls out IG Koome for threatening protesting doctors

KNCHR calls out IG Koome for threatening protesting doctors

Health unions announce peaceful procession tomorrow, request for security

The route of the procession will be from Kenyatta National Hospital-Ministry of Health-Council of Governors and ultimately, the Treasury.

Health unions announce peaceful procession tomorrow, request for security

President Ruto's statement after Iran's aerial attack on Israel

President William Ruto, in a statement on X, says the attack will only aggravate an already delicate situation in the Middle East.

President Ruto's statement after Iran's aerial attack on Israel

CS Linturi: There's no fake fertiliser, just substandard

Agriculture CS Linturi claims there is no fake fertiliser in the market, rather sub-standard; says macronutrients were short of agreed standard but can still be used.

CS Linturi: There's no fake fertiliser, just substandard

"We have a difference in perspective," Natembeya on Wetangula row

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya maintains he has no personal problem with the National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, but rather a difference in perspective.

"We have a difference in perspective," Natembeya on Wetangula row

Why Kenya's national wage bill is high

The government is committed to reducing the National wage bill to 35 per cent by 2028, SRC Chairperson Lyn Mengich has said.

Why Kenya's national wage bill is high

I'm no longer in UDA, says ex-MP Kimani Ngunjiri

Former Bahati Member of Parliament Kimani Ngunjiri now says he is no longer a member of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party.

I'm no longer in UDA, says ex-MP Kimani Ngunjiri

Explainer: Non-biological fathers can be ordered to pay child support

A woman can sue an estranged spouse to compel him to take care of his non-biological child or children.

Explainer: Non-biological fathers can be ordered to pay child support

Moi University suspends academic trips following accident

Moi University has temporarily suspended all academic trips, following an accident involving the institution’s bus on Wednesday morning.

Moi University suspends academic trips following accident

Tourism CS Alfred Mutua appoints new KICC CEO

Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has appointed James Mbugua Mwaura as new KICC CEO.

Tourism CS Alfred Mutua appoints new KICC CEO

Housing Levy deductions to take effect from March 19

Affordable Housing Levy deductions to take effect from March 19, 2024, KRA announces; 1.5 percent of employees' gross salary to be deducted monthly.

Housing Levy deductions to take effect from March 19

Journalist Rita Tinina died of severe pneumonia- Autopsy

An autopsy report has revealed that renowned journalist Rita Tinina died of severe pneumonia.

Journalist Rita Tinina died of severe pneumonia- Autopsy

Renowned journalist Rita Tinina is dead

Rita Tinina’s body was discovered in her house in Kileleshwa on Sunday afternoon.

Renowned journalist Rita Tinina is dead

Jacque Maribe not appointed to Public Service Ministry, says Commission

Former TV journalist Jacque Maribe has not been appointed as the Head of Communication in the Public Service Ministry.

Jacque Maribe not appointed to Public Service Ministry, says Commission

Why Jowie wanted a non-custodial sentence in murder case

"Although the victim's family is calling for a death sentence, the father of the victim, Bishop Paul Garama was publicly heard saying he will not take vengeance."

Why Jowie wanted a non-custodial sentence in murder case

Azimio wants Health CS Nakhumicha to resign

Azimio calls for Health CS Susan Nakhumicha’s resignation over delay in posting medical interns; claims she has handled the situation in a "casual and incompetent" way.

Azimio wants Health CS Nakhumicha to resign

US sanctions 16 companies for financing Al-Shabaab operations

The sanctioned individuals and entities were allegedly involved in the raising and laundering of millions of dollars in the interest of al-Shabaab.

US sanctions 16 companies for financing Al-Shabaab operations

Jacque Maribe lands government job

Former media personality Jacque Maribe has landed a communication job at the Ministry of Public Service.

Jacque Maribe lands government job

Westgate fetes 'Wonder of Africa' campaign winners

Petronila Gichuki was announced the grand prize winner of a five-day trip for two to West Turtle Bay and Spa in Mauritius.

Westgate fetes 'Wonder of Africa' campaign winners

JSC begins process to remove Justice Mohammed Kullow from office

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has initiated a process to have Justice Mohammed Noor Kullow removed from office.

JSC begins process to remove Justice Mohammed Kullow from office

CBK licences 19 digital lenders

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has licensed 19 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs).

CBK licences 19 digital lenders

Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident

KCAA said the incident involved a Cessna aircraft belonging to Ninety-Nines Flying School and a Safarilink Aviation Limited Dash 8.

Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident

Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident

KCAA said the incident involved a Cessna aircraft belonging to Ninety-Nines Flying School and a Safarilink Aviation Limited Dash 8.

Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident

KMPDU Secretary General Davji Atella injured during protests

KMPDU Sec-Gen Davji Atella shot during medical interns demonstrations; Deputy Sec Gen Dennis Miskellah says he has been rushed to Nairobi Hospital.

KMPDU Secretary General Davji Atella injured during protests

Inflation in February drops to 6.3 per cent

February inflation rate drops to 6.3 percent from 6.9 percent in January; KNBS says prices in commodities such as housing, water and electricity decreased by 0.8 percent.

Inflation in February drops to 6.3 per cent

Ruto, Raila, meet at Museveni's home in Kisozi, Uganda

President William Ruto, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President Yoweri Museveni met at Kisozi Country Home in Uganda on Monday.

Ruto, Raila, meet at Museveni's home in Kisozi, Uganda

KMPDU announces protest on Thursday over delayed internship posting

The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has announced a peaceful march on Thursday, February 29.

KMPDU announces protest on Thursday over delayed internship posting

There's no division in ODM over Raila's bid for AU job, Sifuna says

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has not made any statement regarding his political future despite quest for a position in the African Union, the party has said.

There's no division in ODM over Raila's bid for AU job, Sifuna says

Ekeza Sacco founder David Kariuki alias Gakuyo arrested at JKIA

Ekeza Sacco founder David Kariuki Ngare known to many as Gakuyo has been arrested at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

Ekeza Sacco founder David Kariuki alias Gakuyo arrested at JKIA

Details of free online training programme 'Itoe dollar' launched by government

The Ministry of Labour announced that the programme would have two training modules. The first is a basic module while the second is an advanced module.

Details of free online training programme 'Itoe dollar' launched by government

You have a week to name officials in Sh15m fraud at Beirut hospital, NHIF told

NHIF has a week to release names of officers involved in fraudulent payment worth Sh15m to Beirut Hospital in Eastleigh, Parliamentary Health Committee says.

By 2 months ago

You have a week to name officials in Sh15m fraud at Beirut hospital, NHIF told

Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting, honours Kelvin Kiptum

The president led Cabinet Secretaries in honouring marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach, Gervais Hakizimana, by observing a minute of silence.

By 2 months ago

Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting, honours Kelvin Kiptum

Interior, Energy Ministries top list of staff with forged certificates

More than 2,000 employees in government have forged academic certificates, the Public Service Commission (PSC) has revealed.

By 2 months ago

Interior, Energy Ministries top list of staff with forged certificates

Kitui doctors on strike after talks with union failed

Talks between the County Government and the Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists Dentists Union (KMPDU) failed.

By 2 months ago

Kitui doctors on strike after talks with union failed

No more: Gender CS Aisha Jumwa condemns rising femicide cases

Gender CS Aisha Jumwa condemns recent acts of violence against women, denounces victimization; asks authorities to speed up investigations into the murders.

By 3 months ago

No more: Gender CS Aisha Jumwa condemns rising femicide cases

Ruto to leave the country for Uganda

President Ruto to depart the country today for 2 meetings in Kampala, Uganda; set to hold bilateral meetings with various presidents, State House spokesperson says.

By 3 months ago

Ruto to leave the country for Uganda

Tanzania stops KQ passenger flights between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam

Tanzania has stopped Kenya Airways (KQ) passenger flights between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam effective January 22, 2024.

By 3 months ago

Tanzania stops KQ passenger flights between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam

Fuel prices drop by sh5 in latest EPRA review

Fuel prices have dropped by sh5 in the latest Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) monthly review.

By 3 months ago

Fuel prices drop by sh5 in latest EPRA review

Lawyers' protest still on, LSK says

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) maintains that lawyers will be holding a demonstration on Friday, January 12

By 3 months ago

Lawyers' protest still on, LSK says

In Pictures: Ruto meets Jubilee MCAs at Nakuru State House

President William Ruto met with 120 Members of County Assembly (MCA) from the Jubilee Party at State House, Nakuru on Thursday.

By 3 months ago

In Pictures: Ruto meets Jubilee MCAs at Nakuru State House

6 suspects in court in connection to Sh2.85 billion gold scam

Six suspects have been presented in Milimani court, Nairobi in connection to a Sh2.85 billion mega gold scam that targeted two Malaysian nationals.

By 3 months ago

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