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Regulator shuts 27 illegal security firms in nationwide crackdown

The Private Security Regulatory Authority has shut 27 illegal security firms nationwide, citing risks to professionalism and public safety.

By Edwin Nyarangi 15 days ago

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ODM wrangles: Linda Mwananchi faction vows to hold parallel meeting

The Linda Mwanachi team has organised a parallel NDC at the Jacaranda grounds in Nairobi.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

Senate directs KWS to stop illegal fishing activities in Lake Nakuru

There are claims that influential figures are engaged in illegal fishing deemed unsafe for human consumption.

By Edwin Nyarangi 17 days ago

Karen Nyamu sponsors bill to regulate use of AI

It sets out governance mechanisms, including risk classification, obligations for high-risk systems, ethical guidelines, literacy programs, and public sector use of artificial intelligence.

By Edwin Nyarangi 18 days ago

Aladwa said ODM to hold delegates conference as planned, warns against rival meeting

ODM Nairobi County Chairman George Aladwa warned the leaders allied to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna against rocking the party from within

By Edwin Nyarangi 19 days ago

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Abducted?: Former Minister Tuju goes missing as family seeks urgent answers on whereabouts

Former Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju is reported missing after failing to arrive for a scheduled radio interview, with his family demanding that his whereabouts be established.

By Edwin Nyarangi 19 days ago

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While IEBC falters, Gen Z ignites nationwide voter registration drive

The Tuko Kadi campaign is now being used as the fulcrum onto which the young Kenyans are mobilising themselves into action.

By Edwin Nyarangi 20 days ago

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PS seeks Sh400m for repatriation of Kenyans

The State Department of Diaspora Affairs is seeking Sh400 million to repatriate Kenyans from the Middle East and Russia, prioritising children.

By Edwin Nyarangi 22 days ago

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Budget controller flags counties over Sh192B expenditure

Margaret Nyakango has flagged county governments for spending Sh192.59 billion in the first half of 2025/26, with a disproportionate share going to recurrent expenses over development.

By Edwin Nyarangi 25 days ago

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Senate team grills eight governors

Senate County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee questions governors.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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Senate flags counties for failing to fully run municipalities

The Committee Chairperson Senator Godfrey Osotsi said that the counties have got no option but to comply with the urban areas and Cities act

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

Ruto tells off his political opponents critical of youth empowerment programmes

President William Ruto has told off his political opponents critical of youth empowerment programmes run by the administration

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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Winnie Odinga: Raila's ODM can't be led by sellouts

EALA MP Winnie Odinga on Sunday convened a rally at Kamukunji Grounds in Kibra, Nairobi, drawing a crowd reminiscent of those once mobilised by her late father, ODM leader Raila Odinga.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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LSK wants State sale of Safaricom shares delayed

LSK has proposed the deferment of the divestiture of Safaricom Limited shares until a transparent and independently verifiable and competitive sale structure is in place as per the Constitution.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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ICPAK questions Sh34 Safaricom share price in State divestiture plan

ICPAK has raised concerns over the government's plan to sell a 15 per cent stake in Safaricom to Vodacom at Sh34 per share, questioning the valuation methodology and long-term fiscal impact.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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Mbadi: State will retain key stake in Safaricom

Treasury CS says the government will retain 20 per cent shares and two seats on the board. The sale will earn the government some Sh204 billion in gross proceeds.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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Energy CS pushes Parliament for support on Turkana oil project

The Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi argued that support from the legislatures will enhance investor confidence in Kenya's upstream petroleum sector.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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Rough ride: How State House slap exposes Junet's troubles

It appears Junet's support for the pary's cooperation with President William Ruto and his UDA party in the broad-based government is putting him at loggerheads with those opposed to it.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2 months ago

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How Ministries spent Sh132b in three months

Government ministries spent Sh132.65 billion on development in the first three months of the financial year 2025/26, a report by Controller of Budget shows.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Senate to seek public opinion on proposed surrogacy legislation

The Bill seeks to regulate surrogacy arrangements and establish an institutional framework for the licensing and oversight of assisted reproductive technology facilities.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Matiang'i defends Uhuru over attacks by top ODM leaders

The Jubilee Party leadership expressed concern over what it described as sustained and coordinated attacks targeting former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Call a ceasefire, ODM legislators urge Oburu

A section of ODM MPs have called on their party leader, Oburu Odinga, to convene a NEC meeting to address disputes that are likely to split the opposition party.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Why Sifuna's position as ODM Secretary General is at stake

Political leaders allied to ODM Party Leader Oburu Odinga are pushing to have Sifuna kicked out of the seat

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Why no referendum is needed before 2027 elections

The call for a referendum has elicited mixed reactions across the country, with a section of the church now rejecting the push to have the constitution amended.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Questions over Jirongo's death raised during his requiem mass

Calls for thorough investigations into the mysterious death of United Democratic Party leader Cyrus Jirongo took centre stage during the requiem mass.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Public debt hits Sh12.04tr as domestic borrowing grows locally

Controller of Budget (CoB) Margaret Nyakang'o said the public debt stock rose by two per cent in the three months from July 1, increasing from Sh11.80 trillion to Sh12.04 trillion.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Senator Mutinda adds fire to Nairobi Woman Rep race

Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda launched her bid for Nairobi County MP in 2027 last Friday.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Spending spree: How State House splashed Sh4.5 billion on handouts

In this year's budget, State House was allocated a total of Sh8.5 billion, meaning that it has already consumed more than half in the first three months.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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How Kindiki spent Sh426m in three months

The Controller of Budget said that the Office of the Deputy President used Sh425.8 million, out of which Sh230.86 million went to salaries.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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How counties splashed Sh1.5b on travel in three months

The Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang'o, has revealed that 37 counties spent over Sh1.5 billion on domestic and foreign travel in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Why Ruto is now targeting Kalonzo ahead of 2027

Ruto seems to have declared all-out war against Wiper Patriotic Front leader.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Shocking low absorption as counties use only 2 pc of funds in first quarter

Dr Nyakang'o said this represented a decline from a 3 per cent absorption rate realised in a similar period of Financial Year 2024/25.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Why national assets will be sold to fund roads, railway projects

The move aims to reduce reliance on national budget or borrowing. But critics say Kenya's biggest challenge is corruption, not shortage of funds.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

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Why you should be aware of Ruto's 'false promises' this Jamhuri Day

United Opposition leaders have urged Kenyans to be cautious of the claims President Ruto is expected to make on the performance of his administration over the past three years

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Youth urged to take an active in voting, seeking leadership roles

This was emphasised during the launch of a national youth manifesto dubbed 'Manifesto Yetu' at the Catholic University of East Africa.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 months ago

Transfer of devolved functions to counties ready, says Ruto

County governments have over the years cried foul over the national government's continued chokehold on crucial functions

By Edwin Nyarangi 4 months ago

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Why Sonko's political comeback sparks curiosity

Sonko has been in the political cold after being impeached in December 2020.

By Edwin Nyarangi 4 months ago

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Why Senators are demanding justice for gold clash victims

Senators have raised alarm over the loss of lives in Ikolomani Constituency, amid tensions over the planned relocation of locals following the discovery of gold valued at Sh687 billion

By Edwin Nyarangi 4 months ago

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Rival Isiolo Speakers appear before Senate as leadership crisis deepens

Political squabbles played out when two rival Isiolo County Assembly Speakers appeared before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee on Tuesday to answer audit queries.

By Edwin Nyarangi 4 months ago

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Opposition slams Ruto over Safaricom sale without public input

Kalonzo and Gachagua have accused President William Ruto of authorising the sale of government shares in Safaricom without public participation.

By Edwin Nyarangi 4 months ago