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CoB flags low budget absorption amid slow e-procurement rollout
Public entities were expected to be effective July 1 to undertake all public procurement and asset disposal transactions through E-GPS.
By 8 days ago
CoB flags low budget absorption amid slow e-procurement rollout
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Scrap National Tallying Centre to restore trust, Muturi urges court
Former AG Justin Muturi has said that the High Court now has an opportunity to realign the presidential election process, including doing away with the national tallying centre.
By 8 days ago
Scrap National Tallying Centre to restore trust, Muturi urges court
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Partisan IEBC: Why Ethekon is under fire
The electoral body has been criticised for failing to deal with concerns raised during the campaign period.
By 9 days ago
Partisan IEBC: Why Ethekon is under fire
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MPs warn of rising maternal deaths as counties fail on health
Nyikal said Kenya records an estimated 530 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births.
By 9 days ago
MPs warn of rising maternal deaths as counties fail on health
Auditor General calls for tighter law to penalise fiscal indiscipline
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has urged amendments to the Public Finance Management Act to enforce accountability, strengthen fiscal discipline, and address rising pending bills.
By 11 days ago
Auditor General calls for tighter law to penalise fiscal indiscipline
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Mudavadi: Kenya is negotiating with Saudi Arabia for improved wages, conditions
Musalia Mudavadi said Kenya regulates recruitment agencies and is improving protections and wages for Kenyans working in Saudi Arabia.
By 10 days ago
Mudavadi: Kenya is negotiating with Saudi Arabia for improved wages, conditions
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Ruto: Kenya, Uganda to jointly invest in pipeline, SGR extensions
Ruto affirmed strong Kenya-Uganda relations, pledging regional collaboration on major infrastructure projects like the Devki Tororo Steel plant, KPC pipeline, and SGR extension.
By 11 days ago
Ruto: Kenya, Uganda to jointly invest in pipeline, SGR extensions
Pests devour Sh2.8b macadamia crop, CS orders shift to organic controls
Kenya’s macadamia industry is in crisis.
By 13 days ago
Pests devour Sh2.8b macadamia crop, CS orders shift to organic controls
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Ruto dreams of great leap forward without fighting corruption
The President’s speech drew mixed reactions, with critics arguing that it overlooked corruption, a persistent issue undermining development.
By 13 days ago
Ruto dreams of great leap forward without fighting corruption
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NG-CDF Tax arrears owed to KRA
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has said that the NG-CDF owed the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Sh2.4 billion in tax arrears as of the end of October.
By 14 days ago
NG-CDF Tax arrears owed to KRA
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Why Ruto's democracy pledge is under fire
Civil society decries abductions, killings and rights violations nationwide as opposition and youthful MPs vow to confront government’s persistent failings.
By 14 days ago
Why Ruto's democracy pledge is under fire
MPs summon Interior CS over delayed ID issuance in Northern Kenya
The National Assembly will summon Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen next week.
By 15 days ago
MPs summon Interior CS over delayed ID issuance in Northern Kenya
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Why state machinery are camping in Malava and Mbeere
Mbeere North and Malava have seemingly turned out to not only a high stakes game but also a litmus test for the shifting political allegiance.
By 17 days ago
Why state machinery are camping in Malava and Mbeere
NGOs contribute Sh53 billion annually, KRA says
Comedian-turned philanthropist Eric Omondi was voted as the people’s champion and Christian Blind Mission was picked as the Best In Health category.
By 16 days ago
NGOs contribute Sh53 billion annually, KRA says
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Ruto insists health, education systems are working despite criticism
Ruto maintained stance that the government has addressed the challenges in the health and education sectors.
By 18 days ago
Ruto insists health, education systems are working despite criticism
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How November by-elections will shape 2027 race for Ruto, Opposition
The Mbeere North and Malava by-elections have seemingly turned out to be a high-stakes game and a litmus test for the shifting political allegiances.
By 21 days ago
How November by-elections will shape 2027 race for Ruto, Opposition
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Tanzania's vote marred by fraud, intimidation and media bias: AU
African Union observer mission says Tanzania polls fell below continental standards.
By 27 days ago
Tanzania's vote marred by fraud, intimidation and media bias: AU
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MPs put to task CS over 'ghost' schools audit
This came as the CS said a recent verification exercise has borne fruit
By 28 days ago
MPs put to task CS over 'ghost' schools audit
Mbadi flags Sh80b monthly wage bill, warns it threatens economy
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has warned that the country’s growing wage bill poses a major fiscal risk.
By 29 days ago
Mbadi flags Sh80b monthly wage bill, warns it threatens economy
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How PWDs, unidentified patients are exposed under SHA emergency cover
MPs were concerned over numerous cases of stranded patients whose medical claims were partially rejected by the SHA due to delays in identification.
By 1 month ago
How PWDs, unidentified patients are exposed under SHA emergency cover
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Opposition vows to field single 2027 candidate to remove Ruto
The United Opposition has dismissed President William Ruto’s recent claim that he has no opponent in the 2027 polls, insisting that their plan to field a single presidential candidate is on course.
By 1 month ago
Opposition vows to field single 2027 candidate to remove Ruto
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How Ketraco lost Sh13 billion in flawed wayleave compensation scheme
Gathungu’s audit was expected to establish the accuracy of the long-outstanding wayleave compensations and assess Ketraco’s compliance with the law.
By 1 month ago
How Ketraco lost Sh13 billion in flawed wayleave compensation scheme
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I will not give up the fight, says Lissu as he gets democracy award
Tanzania opposition leader is being detained amid trial for treason charges.
By 1 month ago
I will not give up the fight, says Lissu as he gets democracy award
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Relief for mothers as state moves to ease delivery restrictions at lower-tier hospitals
The Ministry warns permanent inclusion requires Sh4.9 billion annual investment under the Primary Healthcare framework.
By 1 month ago
Relief for mothers as state moves to ease delivery restrictions at lower-tier hospitals
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KNEC decries Sh3.7 billion shortfall, calls for disbursement
Administration of this year’s examinations is facing financial challenges that may also affect marking and release of results, it has emerged.
By 1 month ago
KNEC decries Sh3.7 billion shortfall, calls for disbursement
KEBS pushes new Standards Bill to crack down on unsafe goods
The proposed law aims to turn standards into tools for business competitiveness and export readiness.
By 1 month ago
KEBS pushes new Standards Bill to crack down on unsafe goods
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Respect human rights and democracy, African countries urged
Over ten countries participating in the DUA forum have condemned the continuous detention of opposition leaders in Tanzania and Uganda, saying that human rights must be respected.
By 1 month ago
Respect human rights and democracy, African countries urged
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Talks on working with Raila began in 2023, Ichung'wah says
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has revealed that discussions on the state of the nation began in 2023, at the height of the Unga Revolution protests.
By 1 month ago
Talks on working with Raila began in 2023, Ichung'wah says
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Kahiga's political remarks spark renewed concern over incitement
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga sparked outrage and widespread condemnation following unsavoury comments that prompted calls for his impeachment.
By 1 month ago
Kahiga's political remarks spark renewed concern over incitement
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MPs defend laws President signed on day Raila died
Some MPs have now defended the move by President William Ruto to sign eight controversial bills into law on October 15, the day that the former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, died
By 1 month ago
MPs defend laws President signed on day Raila died
Wetang'ula says Parliament will fast-track election laws ahead of 2027 elections
Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, has promised that Parliament will review and pass all election-related bills ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By 1 month ago
Wetang'ula says Parliament will fast-track election laws ahead of 2027 elections
Life after Raila
Former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, a towering figure in Kenyan politics, has left a huge vacuum, with his death setting the stage for a major realignment in the political landscape.
By 1 month ago
Life after Raila
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Kalonzo missing in action as Mashujaa Day is celebrated in his tuff
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Monday skipped the Mashujaa Day celebrations held in his Kitui backyard, choosing instead to honour the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in a tribute.
By 1 month ago
Kalonzo missing in action as Mashujaa Day is celebrated in his tuff
SRC nominee Michael Kingi put to task over political links
Salaries and Remuneration Commission nominee Michael Thoyah Kingi has said he is not a member of any political party and was not contesting in the upcoming by-elections.
By 1 month ago
SRC nominee Michael Kingi put to task over political links
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Tears, tributes as Raila's journey ends at Nyayo
The country came to a standstill as millions of Kenyans glued themselves to television screens to follow the State funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium.
By 1 month ago
Tears, tributes as Raila's journey ends at Nyayo
MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ula
A somber mood engulfed Parliament buildings on Wednesday when legislators received news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s demise.
By 1 month ago
MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ula
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Inside new computer and land use laws
Early on Wednesday morning before the country received the news of demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto assented into law,eight Bills passed by the National Assembly.
By 1 month ago
Inside new computer and land use laws
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Mps accuse Ogamba of misleading House on capitation
Parliament has summoned Education CS Julius Ogamba over delayed school capitation. MPs are demanding answers as exams approach and institutions face crippling financial constraints.
By 1 month ago
Mps accuse Ogamba of misleading House on capitation
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UoN tops list as new audit exposes unclaimed billions in universities
Auditor reveals institutions holding Sh2.6b in caution money, overpaid student fees. She urges stricter compliance of the law and protection of unclaimed financial assets.
By 1 month ago
UoN tops list as new audit exposes unclaimed billions in universities
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Learning institutions in the spot over caution money and overpaid fees
Learning institutions are expected to remit caution money and overpaid fees that remain unclaimed for a period exceeding two years after successful completion of studies.
By 1 month ago
Learning institutions in the spot over caution money and overpaid fees
Rights groups demand apology from IEBC for 'bungled' by-elections
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