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EACC nominates Abdi Mohamud as new CEO to replace Twalib Mbarak

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has nominated Abdi Ahmed Mohamud to replace outgoing Chief Executive Officer Twalib Mbarak.

EACC nominates Abdi Mohamud as new CEO to replace Twalib Mbarak

Gunman linked to Eastleigh, Kayole killings arrested

Gunman linked to Eastleigh, Kayole killings arrested

New Tiaty office to ease birth, death registrations

New Tiaty office to ease birth, death registrations

Duale: Karura Forest tree cutting part of plan to restore ecosystem

Duale: Karura Forest tree cutting part of plan to restore ecosystem

UASU calls off lecturers' strike after 26 days

The University and Academic Staff Union (UASU) has called off its 26-day strike that disrupted teaching and learning in public universities.

UASU calls off lecturers' strike after 26 days

Chiggai pushes for more women in leadership positions

President William Ruto’s Adviser on Women's Rights, Harriette Chiggai, has called for stronger partnerships to promote gender parity in leadership positions.

Chiggai pushes for more women in leadership positions

KEWOTA champions digital tools, business ventures for teachers

Teachers have been urged to adopt digital tools alongside online platforms to improve teaching and boost incomes.

KEWOTA champions digital tools, business ventures for teachers

Kenya has marked 98 per cent of police firearms, Interior PS Omollo says

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has revealed that Kenya has marked 98 per cent of its police firearms and 70 per cent of military stock.

Kenya has marked 98 per cent of police firearms, Interior PS Omollo says

Kwaherini Wakenya, Whitman bids farewell after two years

Outgoing U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has bid farewell to the country following her resignation after serving for two years.

Kwaherini Wakenya, Whitman bids farewell after two years

State agents are stalking me, says Gachagua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused state agents of stalking and monitoring him.

State agents are stalking me, says Gachagua

Ruto cancels Adani's infrastructure deals after bribery allegations

President Ruto has cancelled the controversial Adani Group’s deal to take over Kenya’s energy and aviation sectors, directing the Ministries of Transport and Energy to seek alternative partners.

Ruto cancels Adani's infrastructure deals after bribery allegations

Umaa Dam project nears completion after decade-long delays

Residents of Kitui are set to benefit from reliable water supply after the government reaffirmed its commitment to completing the Umaa Dam project.

Umaa Dam project nears completion after decade-long delays

Kenyan manufacturers urged to adopt tech to boost productivity

Kenya’s manufacturing sector faces low workforce productivity, putting businesses at risk of falling behind in a rapidly evolving global market.

Kenyan manufacturers urged to adopt tech to boost productivity

Dagoretti North women gain economic boost from chair rental initiative

Thousands of women in Dagoretti North face challenges in generating income to support their families.

Dagoretti North women gain economic boost from chair rental initiative

Over 200 residents in Nairobi to benefit from Sh7 million flood relief

More than 200 residents in Mathare and Embakasi are set to receive immediate relief following floods that have left many households in need.

Over 200 residents in Nairobi to benefit from Sh7 million flood relief

Ruto, Gachagua meet for the first time since impeachment

President William Ruto and ousted Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua met for the first time since Gachagua's impeachment at the consecration of Bishop Peter Kimani in Embu on Saturday, November 16.

Ruto, Gachagua meet for the first time since impeachment

Uhuru Kenyatta: Let us pray for peace and unity

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Saturday, November 16, called for national unity and peace in the country.

Uhuru Kenyatta: Let us pray for peace and unity

U.S. Embassy launches American Corner Mtaani to drive innovation

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi is seeking to foster innovation through the launch of American Corner Mtaani at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS).

U.S. Embassy launches American Corner Mtaani to drive innovation

PS Omollo mobilises 3,950 chiefs for monthly one million tree planting

Interior PS Raymond Omollo has directed 3,950 chiefs to lead a tree-planting drive, as the state seeks to plant one million trees monthly to hit the 15 billion tree target by 2032.

PS Omollo mobilises 3,950 chiefs for monthly one million tree planting

Universities overhaul courses to fit tech, ethics-driven job market

Academics are reshaping university education, as institutions race to equip graduates with skills to thrive in a rapidly changing job market.

Universities overhaul courses to fit tech, ethics-driven job market

Faki praises credible elections in Botswana

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Moussa Faki has praised Botswana for its peaceful and transparent general elections held on 30 October 2024.

Faki praises credible elections in Botswana

Government closes Ominicare Medical after patient death

Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council orders closure of Ominicare Medical Limited, known as "Body by Design," following the death of Lucy Wambui after a plastic surgery procedure.

Government closes Ominicare Medical after patient death

PCEA officials to defend themselves in court for ignoring court order

Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) officials are set to defend themselves in court starting 26 November 2024, for alleged contempt of court.

PCEA officials to defend themselves in court for ignoring court order

Maize production projected at 75 million bags for 2024

Maize production is projected at 75 million bags for 2024, boosted by the government's fertilizer subsidy programme and favourable weather conditions.

Maize production projected at 75 million bags for 2024

Home sweet home, says Gachagua after Kindiki inauguration

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua marked Kithure Kindiki’s inauguration as Kenya’s new Deputy President with a message celebrating faith, family and homecoming.

Home sweet home, says Gachagua after Kindiki inauguration

Political uncertainty challenges Kenya's real estate growth

Kenya’s real estate market is feeling the effects of political uncertainty, with developers and investors expressing concerns regarding the risks tied to frequent election cycles.

Political uncertainty challenges Kenya's real estate growth

Nairobi women rally for cancer awareness in Githurai

Women in Nairobi’s Githurai face a pressing health challenge with rising cancer diagnoses and limited knowledge about prevention and early detection.

Nairobi women rally for cancer awareness in Githurai

Ruto outlines plans to boost revenue collection

President William Ruto aims to increase Kenya's revenue collection from 14 per cent to 22 per cent of GDP over the next decade.

Ruto outlines plans to boost revenue collection

Nairobi's electric taxi fleet aims to transform public transport landscape

Infrastructure development poses a challenge for adopting electric vehicles in the country.

Nairobi's electric taxi fleet aims to transform public transport landscape

Solar solutions push to reduce post-harvest losses in farming

It is becoming increasingly urgent for farmers to adopt sustainable energy practices to counter growing post-harvest losses.

Solar solutions push to reduce post-harvest losses in farming

Supreme Court upholds Finance Act 2023, invalidates key sections

The Supreme Court has upheld the Finance Act 2023 but found specific sections unconstitutional citing procedural violations.

Supreme Court upholds Finance Act 2023, invalidates key sections

Ruto commends efforts to combat hunger in schools

Childhood hunger continues to hinder educational success in Kenya.

Ruto commends efforts to combat hunger in schools

Government to verify high-impact projects in Nyanza and Western regions

Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary begins phase two verification of high-impact projects in Nyanza and Western regions, including housing, roads and agriculture; exercise runs until October 31.

Government to verify high-impact projects in Nyanza and Western regions

Activist Boniface Mwangi released without charges after alleged abduction

Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has been released after spending hours at the Kamukunji Police Station.

Activist Boniface Mwangi released without charges after alleged abduction

Rights activist Boniface Mwangi allegedly abducted

Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has reportedly been abducted from his Ukambani home early Sunday morning by unidentified individuals.

Rights activist Boniface Mwangi allegedly abducted

Former Education PS Karega Mutahi dies

Former Education Principal Secretary Karega Mutahi is dead.

Former Education PS Karega Mutahi dies

Stakeholders call for action to boost women's role in food systems

Stakeholders in agriculture are calling for enhanced support for women to overcome barriers and improve food systems.

Stakeholders call for action to boost women's role in food systems

Ruto unveils plans for Turkana's Human Origins Museum at cultural festival

President William Ruto has announced plans to establish the Home of Human Origins Museum and Science Park in Turkana County.

Ruto unveils plans for Turkana's Human Origins Museum at cultural festival

KCSE candidates to receive Maisha Card before exams conclude, says Bitok

Candidates sitting for this year’s Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) will receive the new Maisha Card before the end of the examination.

KCSE candidates to receive Maisha Card before exams conclude, says Bitok

Kenya's energy goals could be jeopardised by foreign treaty, say experts

Nearly 25 per cent of Kenya's population lacks reliable electricity, despite progress in expanding access and enhancing renewable energy capacity.

Kenya's energy goals could be jeopardised by foreign treaty, say experts

Faki calls for justice in Mozambique post-election deaths

African Union Commission Chair Moussa Faki has condemned the post-election violence in Mozambique that led to the deaths of lawyer Elvino Dias and PODEMOS party official Paulo Guambe.

Faki calls for justice in Mozambique post-election deaths

IN PICTURES: Ruto leads Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale

President William Ruto arrived at Kwale Stadium shortly before 10 a.m. Sunday to lead the 61st Mashujaa Day celebrations.

IN PICTURES: Ruto leads Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale

Milimani Court magistrate Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga dies

Milimani Commercial Court Resident Magistrate Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga is dead.

Milimani Court magistrate Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga dies

President Ruto announces Sh3 billion to clear NHIF arrears

President William Ruto has announced the release of Sh3 billion to settle outstanding payments owed to the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and healthcare providers.

President Ruto announces Sh3 billion to clear NHIF arrears

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