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Prime suspect in murder of three women in Eastleigh arrested

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Hashim Dagane Muhumed, the prime suspect in the brutal murders of three women in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

Prime suspect in murder of three women in Eastleigh arrested

President Ruto addresses surge in femicide cases

President Ruto addresses surge in femicide cases

Gachagua created more enemies than allies, says Duale

Gachagua created more enemies than allies, says Duale

October inflation drops to 2.7pc on decreased fuel, electricity costs

October inflation drops to 2.7pc on decreased fuel, electricity costs

Havi criticises Supreme Court's decision upholding Finance Act 2023

Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi has hit out at the Supreme Court over its decision to overturn a Court of Appeal ruling that declared the Finance Act, 2023, unconstitutional.

Havi criticises Supreme Court's decision upholding Finance Act 2023

Lobby groups want Ruto to declare femicide a national disaster

Several institutions in Kenya have urged President William Ruto to declare femicide a national crisis and disaster.

Lobby groups want Ruto to declare femicide a national disaster

Gachagua impeachment: DCJ Mwilu can empanel a bench, court rules

The ruling came after Gachagua’s lawyers questioned the legality of the bench’s formation.

Gachagua impeachment: DCJ Mwilu can empanel a bench, court rules

DCI invites Gachagua to report assassination claims

DCI has summoned impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to record a statement regarding allegations of assassination attempts.

DCI invites Gachagua to report assassination claims

Kenya currently has no deputy president, says Havi

Kindiki was on Friday last week nominated by President William Ruto to fill the role, after Gachagua's impeachment a day before.

Kenya currently has no deputy president, says Havi

Five petitioners question formation of bench in Gachagua Impeachment Case

Last week, Justice Mwongo barred Kindiki from assuming the office of Deputy President following the case filed by the petitioners.

Five petitioners question formation of bench in Gachagua Impeachment Case

'This is not a TikTok moment,' Kingi tells Senators

Later in the proceedings, Kajiado Senator Seki Lenku also faced a reprimand after accusing Speaker Kingi of bias.

'This is not a TikTok moment,' Kingi tells Senators

Could Irungu Kang'ata be Kenya's next second-in-command?

Over the weekend, the governor reportedly met with some MCAs, hinting that he was among those being considered for the Deputy President role.

Could Irungu Kang'ata be Kenya's next second-in-command?

Kingi rejects objections over Orengo's role in Gachagua's impeachment trial

Senate Speaker Kingi dismisses DP Gachagua lawyers’ objection to inclusion of James Orengo as part of Nat. Assembly’s legal team, says no evidence quoted to prove gainful employment claims.

Kingi rejects objections over Orengo's role in Gachagua's impeachment trial

Pump prices drop by Sh8 per litre in latest EPRA review

The latest monthly review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has seen a reduction in fuel prices.

Pump prices drop by Sh8 per litre in latest EPRA review

Gachagua to face Senate plenary in impeachment trial

The Senate will hear Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment trial in plenary next week after a motion to form a committee failed due to lack of a seconder.

Gachagua to face Senate plenary in impeachment trial

Munyori Buku appointed Presidential Communication Service Head

President William Ruto has appointed Munyori Buku as the Head of the Presidential Communication Service.

Munyori Buku appointed Presidential Communication Service Head

I have no intention to resign- Gachagua

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to stand his ground and fight to the very end

I have no intention to resign- Gachagua

Stop evoking emotions to win over Kenyans, MP Mutuse tells Gachagua

Gachagua impeachment: Kibwezi West MP Mutuse criticises DP for mentioning departed relatives to ‘whip up emotions, seek sympathy’; vows to table evidence against him.

Stop evoking emotions to win over Kenyans, MP Mutuse tells Gachagua

Kenya's GDP risks 2.6 decline by 2030 due to climate shocks

Environment Principal Secretary Festus Ngeno says Kenya’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) could decline by 2.6 per cent by 2030 due to climate shocks.

Kenya's GDP risks 2.6 decline by 2030 due to climate shocks

How transition to SHA has exposed gaps in data governance

To speed up the transition, the government began automatically migrating NHIF members to SHA without their consent.

How transition to SHA has exposed gaps in data governance

Kiambu doctors suspend services over salary delays

Doctors in Kiambu County have suspended services until their August and September salaries are paid in full.

Kiambu doctors suspend services over salary delays

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse tables motion to impeach Gachagua

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse tables impeachment motion against DP Rigathi Gachagua, cites 11 grounds for removal, Speaker Wetangula confirms.

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse tables motion to impeach Gachagua

LSK, ICJ demand justice for assaulted Mombasa blogger

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) have asked authorities to bring those responsible for the abduction and sexual assault of a Mombasa blogger to justice.

LSK, ICJ demand justice for assaulted Mombasa blogger

The 21 children we lost in Hillside Endarasha fire tragedy

A fire tragedy at Hillside Endarasha school dormitory claimed the lives of 21 children on September 5.

The 21 children we lost in Hillside Endarasha fire tragedy

Kalonzo, Wamalwa vow support for Gachagua

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and his DAP-K counterpart Eugene Wamalwa have pledged their support to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ahead of a potential impeachment motion.

Kalonzo, Wamalwa vow support for Gachagua

27 people still missing from anti-Finance Bill protests

Three months after the June 25 protests, lobby groups report that 27 people are still missing.

27 people still missing from anti-Finance Bill protests

Safaricom-led consortium was vetted before approval, says PS Kimtai

A section of Kenyans raised concerns about the ownership of Apeiro Ltd, one of the contracted firms.

Safaricom-led consortium was vetted before approval, says PS Kimtai

KMPDU blames ailing healthcare system for medical intern's death

The union warned that the continued neglect of unpaid or underpaid healthcare workers will further endanger their safety and violate their basic rights.

KMPDU blames ailing healthcare system for medical intern's death

Healthcare providers instructed to register for Health Information Exchange before October

All public and private healthcare providers have been instructed to register for the National Health Information Exchange (HIE) ahead of its rollout on October 1.

Healthcare providers instructed to register for Health Information Exchange before October

'Panya route, kitu kidogo' now in Oxford English Dictionary

Panya route and kitu kidogo are among the newest entries in the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) for 2024.

'Panya route, kitu kidogo' now in Oxford English Dictionary

Ruto warns against rift between police and Judiciary

President William Ruto has urged independent institutions to collaborate for the public good, following a recent dispute between the National Police Service and the Judiciary.

Ruto warns against rift between police and Judiciary

National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja's nomination as IG

The National Assembly has approved Douglas Kanja Kirocho’s nomination as the next Inspector General of Police.

National Assembly approves Douglas Kanja's nomination as IG

Ruto chairs first Cabinet meeting since forming broad-based government

President William Ruto is chairing the first Cabinet sitting since the formation of a broad-based government.

Ruto chairs first Cabinet meeting since forming broad-based government

Mary-Ann Musangi elected Chairperson of Women in Manufacturing Committee

In a press statement, Musangi said her leadership would focus on advancing sustainability and innovation in the manufacturing sector.

Mary-Ann Musangi elected Chairperson of Women in Manufacturing Committee

Kenyans to receive IDs within 10 days starting October

Starting next month, Kenyans applying for new ID cards will receive the document within ten days, Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has said.

Kenyans to receive IDs within 10 days starting October

Government clarifies labor agreement with Germany, dismisses claims of 250,000 jobs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that the labor agreement with Germany does not set a predefined limit on the number of workers who can move there.

Government clarifies labor agreement with Germany, dismisses claims of 250,000 jobs

Where are they? Mystery of missing Endarasha Academy pupils

Questions about the Hillside Endarasha Academy fire linger, as Kenyans pile pressure on the government to clarify its true position.

Where are they? Mystery of missing Endarasha Academy pupils

Government: All 164 boys in Endarasha Academy fire accounted for

All 164 boys who were residing in a dormitory that caught fire on Thursday night at Hillside Endarasha Academy, Nyeri, have been accounted for, according to Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura.

Government: All 164 boys in Endarasha Academy fire accounted for

Pharmacy and Poisons Board suspends licences of four pharmaceutical practitioners

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has suspended licences of four pharmaceutical practitioners for professional misconduct.

Pharmacy and Poisons Board suspends licences of four pharmaceutical practitioners

New police packages as Commission revises salaries

Police constables and Senior Assistant Inspector General are smiling home.

New police packages as Commission revises salaries

Medics threaten to strike over unpaid salaries, again

Health workers, including doctors, nurses, clinical officers, and dentists have threatened to strike if counties fail to honor their Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA).

Medics threaten to strike over unpaid salaries, again

Civil servants union suspends planned strike

The Kenya Civil Servants Union has suspended its planned strike after the government agreed to implement Phase II of the civil servants' Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

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Civil servants union suspends planned strike

KUPPET calls off teachers strike

The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has called off the strike that began on June 26.

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KUPPET calls off teachers strike

NACADA announces a crackdown on bars operating near schools

NACADA has announced a nationwide crackdown on bars located near learning institutions.

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NACADA announces a crackdown on bars operating near schools

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