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Sakaja defends riverbank evictions

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has defended the ongoing evictions and demolitions along riverbanks in Nairobi, saying the county government will continue reclaiming riparian land.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-03-22 15:40:00
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has ordered the preparation of a 48-hour action plan to address flooding, drainage failures and infrastructure damage across the city.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-03-16 14:20:00
Persistent gender-based violence and harmful traditions targeting women and girls are driving renewed campaigns to push communities to abandon the practices.
By David Njaaga 2026-03-08 10:24:00
Dominic Kimengich, who survived a gun attack while celebrating Mass in Todonyang near the Kenya–Ethiopia border in 2013, is set to take up a new role in Mombasa County.
By Stephen Rutto 2026-03-01 07:00:00
Voters in Isiolo, Kakamega and Embu counties went to the polls Thursday in by-elections marked by a sibling rivalry in Isiolo South and allegations of violence in West Kabras ward.
By David Njaaga 2026-02-26 11:37:42
Murang’a ranked top county for job creation, automation and fast delivery of E-Government services, scores 98 per cent in Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat survey; Wajir trails at 28 per cent.
By Denis Omondi 2026-02-24 16:03:53
More than 2.27 million children will receive direct water, sanitation and hygiene services across 18 counties by 2030 under a new development plan.
By Benard Orwongo 2026-02-11 20:21:00
Coast Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has warned criminals operating in the coastal region that police will not hesitate to use firearms where the law allows.
By Esther Nyambura 2026-02-07 19:20:04
Chuka Girls High School closed indefinitely following protests by some parents demanding removal of Chief Principal Joan Muchina over alleged poor performance, among other issues.
By Phares Mutembei 2026-01-31 16:36:16
Homa Bay County has launched a women-led sanitary pad manufacturing factory aimed at addressing period poverty, reducing school absenteeism among girls and creating jobs for women.
By Esther Nyambura 2026-01-30 18:55:00
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 2026-01-21 06:25:00
Camels seek for pastures in Moyale in Marsabit County where drought has adversely affected the pastoralist’s community due to failed rains. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]
By Antony Gitonga 2026-01-15 13:37:31