Be wary of Malaysia job scams- Government
The Kenyan High Commission in Kuala Lumpur has raised alarm over increased cases of Kenyans being lured to Malaysia with promises of lucrative job opportunities that often turn out to be fraudulent.
By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago
Be wary of Malaysia job scams- Government
Analysis: Examining Ruto's many task forces and their mixed results
One prominent example is the 129-member University Funding Model task force, established on September 16, 2024, the findings remain unpublished.
By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago
Analysis: Examining Ruto's many task forces and their mixed results
'There is no opposition in Kenya,' says Kaluma amid ODM criticism
Homa Bay MP John Kaluma dismisses the idea of a formal opposition altogether, argues that all MPs, regardless of their political affiliations, are responsible for government oversight.
By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago
'There is no opposition in Kenya,' says Kaluma amid ODM criticism
Judiciary refutes delay claims in Baby Pendo's case, cites lengthy process
Judiciary cites lengthy legal procedures in Baby Pendo case that has been on for seven years, plea-taking set for January 29.
By Esther Nyambura 16 days ago
Judiciary refutes delay claims in Baby Pendo's case, cites lengthy process
IPOA launches probe into Narok clash that left two officers dead
IPOA begins probe into Narok incident that led to deaths of two officers, warns perpetrators will be liable; condemns confrontation between police and the public.
By Esther Nyambura 16 days ago
IPOA launches probe into Narok clash that left two officers dead
Fight for your rights, Former President Uhuru urges Gen Z
Uhuru on Friday said the youth commonly known as Gen Z should not just sit around and let what they toiled for be taken away.
By Patrick Vidija, Esther Nyambura 16 days ago
Fight for your rights, Former President Uhuru urges Gen Z
Aisha Jumwa appointed Kenya Roads Board chairperson
President Ruto appoints ex-Gender CS Aisha Jumwa as Kenya Roads Board chairperson for 3 years; ODM Treasurer Timothy Bosire is new NTSA Board chair.
By Esther Nyambura 17 days ago
Aisha Jumwa appointed Kenya Roads Board chairperson
UDA, ANC merge to form a unified political party
UDA and ANC merge to form a unified political entity; Lamu Governor Issa Timamy, Omboko Milemba appointed deputy party leader and deputy Sec-Gen, respectively, chairperson Mbarire announces.
By Esther Nyambura 17 days ago
UDA, ANC merge to form a unified political party
KEWOPA launches nationwide campaign to end femicide
KEWOPA launchs a campaign dubbed Komesha Dhuluma to combat femicide and other forms of gender-based violence (GBV).
By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago
KEWOPA launches nationwide campaign to end femicide
Ruto's Cabinet serve political goals, not national interests, says ex-minister
Kirwa criticised the reshuffles as politically driven rather than aimed at addressing governance and financial challenges.
By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago
Ruto's Cabinet serve political goals, not national interests, says ex-minister
Kalonzo asks Ruto to respect Constitution or resign
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka calls on President Ruto to resign if he cannot enforce the Constitution and the rule of law; demands release of abductees.
By Esther Nyambura 19 days ago
Kalonzo asks Ruto to respect Constitution or resign
Wiper expels Farah Maalim as Deputy Party leader
Wiper expels deputy party leader and Daadab MP Farah Maalim over alleged violation of the constitution, Kalonzo Musyoka announces.
By Esther Nyambura 19 days ago
Wiper expels Farah Maalim as Deputy Party leader
Divided opinion over CS Muturi's NIS abduction claims
Governance expert Gitile Naituli described Muturi's statement as reflective of widespread public frustration.
By Esther Nyambura 19 days ago
Divided opinion over CS Muturi's NIS abduction claims
KEMSA ghosts haunt Mutahi Kagwe during vetting
Mutahi Kagwe admits abuse of procurement process of PPEs at Kemsa, Health Ministry and other agencies during Covid-19; Sh5.9b was lost in the tender.
By Esther Nyambura 20 days ago
KEMSA ghosts haunt Mutahi Kagwe during vetting
I will make agriculture cool, says Mutahi Kagwe
Livestock vaccination will be voluntary, Agriculture CS nominee Kagwe says, vows to improve communication on vaccine benefits, if approved; he is worth Sh842m.
By Esther Nyambura 20 days ago
I will make agriculture cool, says Mutahi Kagwe
NACADA urges rehabs to obey the law in their operations
NACADA warns rehabs to obey the law in their operations
By Esther Nyambura 20 days ago
NACADA urges rehabs to obey the law in their operations
Former deputy CJ Baraza to head 42-member taskforce on femicide
President Ruto appoints 42-member task force to tackle rising femicide, GBV cases; to be chaired by Nancy Baraza, with members including Franklin Wallah.
By Esther Nyambura 24 days ago
Former deputy CJ Baraza to head 42-member taskforce on femicide
KNEC to introduce mid-year KCSE exams for absentees, repeaters
KNEC to introduce mid-year KCSE exam series for candidates who missed or wish to repeat examination, to be administered from July, Education CS Ogamba says.
By Esther Nyambura 25 days ago
KNEC to introduce mid-year KCSE exams for absentees, repeaters
How to check 2024 KCSE results
2024 KCSE candidates to check their results by logging in to KNEC portal, www.results/knec.ac.ke and key in their index numbers, Education CS Ogamba announces.
By Esther Nyambura 25 days ago
How to check 2024  KCSE results
KNEC cancels results of 840 candidates over malpractice
KNEC cancels exam results of 840 candidates over involvement in malpractice, withholds results for 2,899 candidates pending completion of investigations within 30 days.
By Standard Digital, Esther Nyambura 25 days ago
KNEC cancels results of 840 candidates over malpractice
America mourns former president Jimmy Carter at state funeral
Jimmy Carter honored Thursday with a state funeral at Washington's National Cathedral, amid a groundswell of tributes honoring the 39th US President.
By Esther Nyambura, AFP 25 days ago
America mourns former president Jimmy Carter at state funeral
Danstan Omari kicked out of court for disrupting proceedings
Justice Bahati Mwamuye orders Interior CS Murkomen's lawyer, Danstan Omari, to leave courtroom for interrupting proceedings in the abductions case.
By Esther Nyambura and Fred Kagonye 26 days ago
Danstan Omari kicked out of court for disrupting proceedings
Gerald Nyaoma assumes office as CBK deputy governor
Gerald Nyaoma Arita officially assumes office as CBK Deputy Governor following his appointment last month; to serve a renewable four-year term.
By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago
Gerald Nyaoma assumes office as CBK deputy governor
Kindiki: Suam border post to be upgraded to boost trade
Government announces plans to upgrade the Suam entry point in Trans Nzoia County into a one-stop border post to expedite the clearance of people and vehicles.
By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago
Kindiki: Suam border post to be upgraded to boost trade
Grade 9 textbooks available in bookshops, says Publishers Association
The Kenya Publishers Association (KPA) has assured the public that Grade 9 textbooks are now available in bookshops.
By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago
  Grade 9 textbooks available in bookshops, says Publishers Association
Two suspected drug traffickers arrested in Migori
During the raid, officers recovered 40 tariffs and 230 sticks of what is suspected to be cannabis, along with 1.5 liters of chang'aa and uncustomed cigarette packets.
By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago
Two suspected drug traffickers arrested in Migori
2024 KCSE results to be released in two weeks - CS Migos
Candidates who sat for the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams will receive their results in two weeks, Education CS Julius Migos announces.
By Esther Nyambura 30 days ago
2024 KCSE results to be released in two weeks - CS Migos
Kindiki resurfaces after weeks of absence, dismisses rift rumours
Kindiki, attending a wedding in Limuru on Saturday, January 4, dismissed speculation about his disappearance.
By Esther Nyambura 30 days ago
Kindiki resurfaces after weeks of absence, dismisses rift rumours
IPOA faults police for Gachagua teargas incident in Nyandarua
Police mishandled the arrest and processing of the suspect involved in throwing a teargas canister at Gachagua's meeting in Shamata, Nyandarua, IPOA reports.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
IPOA faults police for Gachagua teargas incident in Nyandarua
Ruto's handshake, power struggles and broken ties
Before his swearing-in, President William Ruto openly rejected the idea of "handshake" politics. Fast forward to 2024, and his words now feel like distant echoes.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Ruto's handshake, power struggles and broken ties
Food, energy prices push inflation to 3.0 pc in December
Inflation rate for December rises to 3.0 percent from 2.8 percent in November, owing to an increase in food prices including maize floor and sugar, KNBS says.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Food, energy prices push inflation to 3.0 pc in December
Release all the 82 abductees, Kalonzo tells Ruto
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka condemns recent cases of abductions, calls for immediate release of all 82 people abducted in the last 3 months.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Release all the 82 abductees, Kalonzo tells Ruto
Two new Mpox cases reported in Nakuru, Mombasa
Two new Mpox cases reported in Nakuru, Mombasa
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Two new Mpox cases reported in Nakuru, Mombasa
More appointments: Peter Kenneth, Mwangi wa Iria land State jobs
Former Gatanga MP Peter Kenneth appointed chairpersons of KEBS National Standards Council.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
More appointments: Peter Kenneth, Mwangi wa Iria land State jobs
SHIFT80 awards Kenya's sustainable fashion innovators
Brillian Lutomia won the grand prize of Sh50,000 for her design inspired by the Kibera community.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
SHIFT80 awards Kenya's sustainable fashion innovators
Terrorists now target churches through illegal funding
Terrorism has become a persistent threat to Kenya's security, with a growing risk from domestic and international extremist groups, a new report by the Ministry of Interior has revealed.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Terrorists now target churches through illegal funding
Power restored after nationwide blackout, internet disruption
Power restored to all affected areas after a nationwide blackout that lasted hours, Kenya Power says.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Power restored after nationwide blackout, internet disruption
Nacada warns against alcohol sale to minors
National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has warned alcohol outlets, particularly those located in petrol stations, against selling liquor to minors.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Nacada warns against alcohol sale to minors
Fuel prices drop in latest EPRA review
Fuel prices drop in latest EPRA review: Petrol down by Sh4.37 to retail at Sh176.29, Diesel and Kerosene drops by Sh3.00 to sell at Sh165.06 and Sh148.39 per litre, respectively, in Nairobi.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Fuel prices drop in latest EPRA review
Battle for AUC chair: Odinga faces off against two others in Ethiopia
On trade, the former Kenyan prime minister vowed to empower women and youth by leveraging artificial intelligence and technology.
By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago
Battle for AUC chair: Odinga faces off against two others in Ethiopia