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KNCHR accuses State of killings, abductions and violation of human rights

At least 60 people were killed during the Gen-Z protests held in June and July this year, a report by Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has revealed.

By Jacinta Mutura 2024-11-21 11:47:51

KNCHR accuses State of killings, abductions and violation of human rights

Seven residents burnt to death and scores injured in Pumwani night fire

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2024-11-21 00:00:00

PS Omollo raises concern over illicit trade in weapons

Nairobi is hosting a forum to review strides made in the war against trade in small arms and light weapons in Eastern and Central Africa.

By Okumu Modachi 2024-11-20 16:17:58

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Presidency, defunct NMS owe suppliers Sh12 billion

Debt was mainly caused by NMS taking up debts and some functions of Nairobi County Government. However, pending bills amounting to Sh94.8 million have already been cleared.

By Edwin Nyarangi 2024-11-19 20:00:00

Presidency, defunct NMS owe suppliers Sh12 billion

Tensions escalate in Woodley as houses are set for demolition

The eviction is intended to clear the way for the Nairobi County Government's urban renewal housing project in partnership with a private developer.

By James Wanzala 2024-11-19 20:00:00

Tensions escalate in Woodley as houses are set for demolition

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.

By David Njaaga 2024-11-19 14:02:00

Dagoretti North women gain economic boost from chair rental initiative

Win for City politician Francis Mureithi in Sh320 million case

The High Court has thrown out a Sh320 million case filed against Francis Mureithi, a 2022 Embakasi East parliamentary aspirant.

By Kamau Muthoni 2024-11-18 00:00:00

Win for City politician Francis Mureithi in Sh320 million case

Rebuilding lives of GBV survivors in slums through economic empowerment

Survivors coming together for a powerful session facilitated by Africa Youth Trust and supported by ActionAid Kenya.

By Christopher Gisiri 2024-11-17 10:26:00

Rebuilding lives of GBV survivors in slums through economic empowerment

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Shock of staff who don't want to retire, take leave

Despite a requirement by the State that public servants ought to clear annual leave, it has emerged that about 6000 employees of Nairobi city county have never gone on leave for more than five years.

By Pkemoi Ng’enoh 2024-11-16 20:55:00

Shock of staff who don't want to retire, take leave

State elevates five technical institutes to national polytechnics

The government has announced the elevation of five technical training institutes (TTIs) to national polytechnics.

By Mike Kihaki 2024-11-16 20:44:14

State elevates five technical institutes to national polytechnics

Reclaiming faith: New children's book explores Africa's role in the Bible

A new children’s book, Africa and the Bible from A to Z, is rewriting this narrative by showcasing Africa’s central role in the Bible.

By Mike Kihaki 2024-11-16 19:15:43

Reclaiming faith: New children's book explores Africa's role in the Bible

Union faults extension of Nairobi Water MD's term

The Kenya Union of Water and Sewerage Employees Nairobi branch has faulted the decision of the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company board to extend the term of the Managing Director.

By Ronald Kipruto 2024-11-16 15:23:55

Union faults extension of Nairobi Water MD's term

Sounds of the city: Toothless county fails to bite as residents continue to agonise over noisy night clubs

For many Nairobi residents, sleepless nights have become the norm, thanks to loud noise that comes from nightclubs, bars, restaurants, and even churches in their neighbourhoods.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2024-11-16 13:27:48