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Gachagua falls ill minutes before testimony

DP Rigathi Gachagua fails to show up for the afternoon session in Senate impeachment trial, his lead counsel Paul Muite says he is very ill and hospitalised.

Gachagua falls ill minutes before testimony

Don't resign; Kalonzo tells Gachagua amid impeachment trial

Don't resign; Kalonzo tells Gachagua amid impeachment trial

Why Anne Waiguru stands a chance as a potential deputy president

Why Anne Waiguru stands a chance as a potential deputy president

Why Gachagua's goose is cooked

Why Gachagua's goose is cooked

CoG condemns arrest of Tana River Governor Godhana

Governor Godhana, along with Galole MP Hiribae Said Buya was on Saturday morning arrested by DCI in connection with inter-clan clashes in Tana River.

CoG condemns arrest of Tana River Governor Godhana

Zimbabwe's Angeline Murimirwa wins Africa Education Medal 2024

The Africa Education Medal recognises the tireless work of those who are transforming education across the continent – celebrating the stories of those who have lit the spark of change.

Zimbabwe's Angeline Murimirwa wins Africa Education Medal 2024

Adani, KETRACO sign Sh95.7 billion energy deal

KETRACO and Adani Energy Ltd ink Sh95.7b agreement to operate, maintain transmission lines and substations for 30 yrs in bid to resolve power blackouts, Energy CS Wandayi says.

Adani, KETRACO sign Sh95.7 billion energy deal

Kindiki declares 12 Tana River areas as high-risk amid ongoing clashes

Interior CS Kindiki declares several parts of Tana River County as high-risk, notice effected immediately for 30 days; persons in possession of firearms ordered to surrender.

Kindiki declares 12 Tana River areas as high-risk amid ongoing clashes

Truth or smear? Reactions to Gachagua's 'tell-all' briefing

Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo commented on X, saying, "Whoever advised DP to do this presser is not his friend."

Truth or smear? Reactions to Gachagua's 'tell-all' briefing

KQ: Flights to Zambia to continue as scheduled

KQ assures its customers that all flights in and out of Zambia will continue as scheduled, says the issues leading to suspension by Zambia's Aviation Authority have been resolved.

KQ: Flights to Zambia to continue as scheduled

Kenya confirms two new Mpox cases, total rises to 12

Two new Mpox cases confirmed raising total to 12; seven patients have fully recovered while five are on treatment, Health CS Debra Mlongo says.

Kenya confirms two new Mpox cases, total rises to 12

Mwengi Mutuse: The first-time MP challenging the 'big boys'

Before Tuesday, October 1, Mwengi Mutuse was a relatively low-profile politician, known primarily within his constituency and the corridors of Parliament.

Mwengi Mutuse: The first-time MP challenging the 'big boys'

Inflation rate drops by 0.8 percent, lowest since last year September

Inflation rate for September drops to 3.6 percent from 4.4 percent in August, despite an increase in prices of food and basic commodities, KNBS says.

Inflation rate drops by 0.8 percent, lowest since last year September

SHA: Access to dialysis, cancer, and maternity services guaranteed

Following numerous complaints, SHA's Chief Executive Wachira clarifies that no contracted health providers will deny members dialysis, cancer, or maternity services at level 2 and 3 facilities.

SHA: Access to dialysis, cancer, and maternity services guaranteed

Pharmacy Board recalls blood pressure drug, Flamodip

Pharmacy and Poisons Board recalls Flamodip 5mg tablets citing a labeling error, warns the public against the use, sale and distribution of the product.

Pharmacy Board recalls blood pressure drug, Flamodip

PS Bitok: More immigration officers to be deployed to combat Mpox

The Ministry of Interior has announced plans to deploy additional immigration officers to border points nationwide to help contain the spread of Mpox.

PS Bitok: More immigration officers to be deployed to combat Mpox

Gachagua's impeachment seeks to reorganise the presidency, Mbeere MP Ruku says

Ruku emphasised that the move seeks to "reorganise the Presidency" to uphold the nation's dignity.

Gachagua's impeachment seeks to reorganise the presidency, Mbeere MP Ruku says

KQ, Jambojet flights disrupted after fuel supply glitch

KQ, Jambojet flights at JKIA affected after a fuel supply snag occasioned by maintenance of hydrants, KAA says issue resolved and normal airport activities have resumed.

KQ, Jambojet flights disrupted after fuel supply glitch

Health Ministry honours Dr Moraa, launches mental wellness programs

The Ministry of Health has launched comprehensive workplace mental wellness programs to support healthcare workers nationwide.

Health Ministry honours Dr Moraa, launches mental wellness programs

MP Nyakundi to Malala: No one is targeting you or your family

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has denied allegations that it is targeting the family of its former Secretary General, Cleophas Malala.

MP Nyakundi to Malala: No one is targeting you or your family

Explained: How to impeach a Deputy President

Explained: How to impeach a Deputy President

Explained: How to impeach a Deputy President

Ruto visits Haiti 100 days after deploying Kenyan officers for UN mission

President Ruto makes a stop in Port au Prince, Haiti to assess the UN-backed peacekeeping mission progress; contingent of Kenyan police have been in Haiti for nearly 100 days.

Ruto visits Haiti 100 days after deploying Kenyan officers for UN mission

I no longer have access to the President's diary, Gachagua reveals

DP Rigathi Gachagua says he was removed from the President's diary last week making it impossible for him to align with Ruto's schedule, hence his absence from some state functions.

I no longer have access to the President's diary, Gachagua reveals

Ruto leaves the country for New York

President William Ruto to leave the country tonight for the 79th UNGA in New York; to hold meetings with world leaders and global firms on boosting trade, digital innovation and energy ties.

Ruto leaves the country for New York

I have received death threats: Adani whistleblower Nelson Amenya says

Nelson Amenya, the whistleblower behind the explosive exposé on the Adani-Kenya deal, says he has been receiving multiple death threats.

I have received death threats: Adani whistleblower Nelson Amenya says

Court finds two Nigerians guilty of drug trafficking

Court orders two Nigerian nationals to pay Sh30 million or serve a year in jail after finding them guilty of trafficking narcotics.

Court finds two Nigerians guilty of drug trafficking

Lobby wants police to compensate injured Multimedia University student

KNCHR wants National Police Service to cater for the medical bill of Multimedia University student who was brutalised by police during demos yesterday

Lobby wants police to compensate injured Multimedia University student

Civil Society leader Peter Agoro arrested over alleged Sh3m bribe

EACC officials arrest Civil Societies Consortium chairperson Peter Ogoro for allegedly extorting Sh3m from a state officer, he is being detained at Integrity Center.

Civil Society leader Peter Agoro arrested over alleged Sh3m bribe

Kenya-Germany labour deal explained

Diaspora Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu clarifies that the 250,000 job opportunities for Kenyans announced by Ruto refers to the size of the German labor market.

Kenya-Germany labour deal explained

How legislative reforms and political shifts marked Ruto's second year

As Kenya Kwanza enters its third year, it faces growing public dissatisfaction over governance issues. How Ruto responds to these concerns in the coming years will be crucial in shaping his legacy.

How legislative reforms and political shifts marked Ruto's second year

In 2022, at least 61 people contracted HIV daily - report

At least 61 people contract HIV daily in Kenya, according to a report by the National Syndemic Disease Control Council (NSDCC).

In 2022, at least 61 people contracted HIV daily - report

Sabina Chege: 'Why Ruto overpromises but fails to deliver'

Nominated Member of Parliament Sabina Chege explained that, as a politician, the president is naturally inclined to overpromise.

Sabina Chege: 'Why Ruto overpromises but fails to deliver'

Havi: Kenyans have the power to arrest Masengeli

Havi asserted that Kenyan citizens have the constitutional power to arrest individuals who are in contempt of court and present them to the Judiciary.

Havi: Kenyans have the power to arrest Masengeli

EACC recovers billions in assets, hands over to Ruto

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has recovered assets worth billions across the country, its Chief Executive Officer Twalib Mbarak announced during a handover ceremony at State House, Nairobi.

EACC recovers billions in assets, hands over to Ruto

Explainer: What happens when a State officer ignores court summons?

Lawyer Kamotho Waiganjo explains that the law does not differentiate between citizens regarding compliance with court rulings.

Explainer: What happens when a State officer ignores court summons?

Why there was a power blackout today- Wandayi

Today's partial power outage was prompted by ‘poor’ investment in energy infrastructure, CS Opiyo Wandayi says; wants Parliament to lift PPA moratorium.

Why there was a power blackout today- Wandayi

Kenya declares three days of mourning to honour 17 pupils killed in fire

President William Ruto declares three days of national mourning for 17 pupils killed in a dormitory fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri.

Kenya declares three days of mourning to honour 17 pupils killed in fire

Former ICT CS Eliud Owalo holds his first meeting as Deputy Chief of Staff

Former ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo holds his first meeting as the Deputy Chief of Staff with a British High Commission delegation to strengthen government performance.

Former ICT CS Eliud Owalo holds his first meeting as Deputy Chief of Staff

Leaders mourn 17 students lost in hillside academy fire

Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa also extended her condolences, calling the incident heartbreaking.

Leaders mourn 17 students lost in hillside academy fire

Explainer: Why you need your husband's consent to reclaim your maiden name

The difficulty of reverting to their original name later is the potential need for a husband's consent.

By 2 months ago

Explainer: Why you need your husband's consent to reclaim your maiden name

Mixed reactions as Morara Kebaso seeks funds for 'anika serikali' initiative

Kebaso Morara has sparked a wave of reactions after appealing for funds to cover travel expenses, equipment, and notably, a "presidential speaker" to sustain his mission.

By 2 months ago

Mixed reactions as Morara Kebaso seeks funds for 'anika serikali' initiative

Nancy Gathungu: Claims of delayed payments in counties unfounded

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has criticised county governments for fiscal indiscipline, attributing the backlog of pending bills to poor financial management rather than delayed disbursements.

By 2 months ago

Nancy Gathungu: Claims of delayed payments in counties unfounded

No cause for alarm; Mpox not comparable to Covid, says Deputy Health DG

Ministry of Health has assured the public that the Mpox situation in the country is not comparable to the COVID-19 pandemic.

By 2 months ago

No cause for alarm; Mpox not comparable to Covid, says Deputy Health DG

Standard Group Journalist Kamau Muthoni elected CRAK Chief Whip

Kamau Muthoni, a journalist with the Standard Group, has been elected Chief Whip of the Court Reporters Association of Kenya (CRAK).

By 2 months ago

Standard Group Journalist Kamau Muthoni elected CRAK Chief Whip

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