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Emmanuel Kipchumba

Nairobi health workers decry stipend delays, lack of gear

Community Health Promoters in Nairobi have raised concerns over delayed stipends, lack of medical cover, and inadequate work gear, which they say hinder their ability to perform effectively.

Nairobi health workers decry stipend delays, lack of gear

MPs with voice in public but muted in Parliament

MPs with voice in public but muted in Parliament

Concerns over rise of technology-enabled gender-based violence

Concerns over rise of technology-enabled gender-based violence

Kalonzo urges use of technology for free and fair elections

Kalonzo urges use of technology for free and fair elections

KU hospital staff down tools over medical cover, sacking of CEO

The staff accused the Board of meddling in the institution’s daily operations, citing the directive to send Dagane on leave.

KU hospital staff down tools over medical cover, sacking of CEO

Nairobi strengthens hospitality sector with new opening

As Nairobi continues to solidify its position as a key business and tourism hub in Africa, the demand for high-quality accommodations in the city’s Westlands area has surged.

Nairobi strengthens hospitality sector with new opening

I will champion the rule of law, Omtatah says

Okiya Omtatah, who recently announced his intention to run for president in 2027, has pledged to prioritise the rule of law and full implementation of the 2010 Constitution.

I will champion the rule of law, Omtatah says

Local businesses urged to embrace sustainable practices

Businesses have been urged to adopt sustainable practices to address emerging global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and economic instability.

Local businesses urged to embrace sustainable practices

Woodley estate residents seek external intervention over 'illegal' evictions

Residents of Woodley Estate in Nairobi are now calling for external intervention after the demolition of their homes in what they termed as an illegal and brutal eviction.

Woodley estate residents seek external intervention over 'illegal' evictions

Come clean on cancellation of Adani deals, civil society tells state

Civil society organisations under the banner of Okoa Uchumi Coalition have said the government must come clean on cancellation of deals with Adani Group.

Come clean on cancellation of Adani deals, civil society tells state

Atwoli: NHIF workers will be automatically transitioned into SHA

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli said NHIF workers would be automatically transitioned into the newly established Social Health Authority (SHA).

Atwoli: NHIF workers will be automatically transitioned into SHA

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

At least seven people died, a dozen injured and more than 50 households destroyed following Tuesday’s night fire that razed Kitui village in Pumwani, Nairobi.

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

Cost of animal feeds to reduce

The cost of animal feeds in the country is expected to reduce following the lifting of the ban on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their products.

Cost of animal feeds to reduce

Taxes will not fund medical scheme, doctors' unions clarify

Medical practitioner’s unions have clarified that the public servants’ comprehensive medical insurance scheme will be funded exclusively through allowances forfeited by the workers themselves.

Taxes will not fund medical scheme, doctors' unions clarify

Looming shutdown in counties over cash crisis

CoG chair says counties are on the brink of exhausting funds by December. But Treasury CS Mbadi said money owed to counties for October was released yesterday.

Looming shutdown in counties over cash crisis

Shutdown looms in counties over cash crisis

Counties across Kenya are facing a severe financial crisis that could force them to halt operations entirely by January.

Shutdown looms in counties over cash crisis

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.

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

Catholic bishops slam Ruto over killings, high taxes and corruption

While calling on Kenyans to avoid applauding political lies, the bishops urged the State to focus on pressing issues like education, healthcare, among others.

Catholic bishops slam Ruto over killings, high taxes and corruption

KRA boss denies claims of harassment at airport

KRA has responded to allegations of harassment and extortion by customs officials at JKIA, Nairobi, with Chairman Anthony Mwaura acknowledging describing the incidents as isolated.

KRA boss denies claims of harassment at airport

Atwoli: Trump's presidency will restore Godly values

Francis Atwoli, the Secretary-General of COTU, expressed appreciation, highlighting that Trump's victory was met with excitement among Kenyan workers.

Atwoli: Trump's presidency will restore Godly values

Africa pushes for climate justice at COP 29, seeks $1.3tr financing promise

As the countdown to COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan gathers pace, Africa is intensifying its push for a more robust and equitable climate financing framework.

Africa pushes for climate justice at COP 29, seeks $1.3tr financing promise

Kenyans drink dirty water due to poor management, study says

Challenges in accessing safe drinking water and sanitation are driving many Kenyans to unsafe consumption.

Kenyans drink dirty water due to poor management, study says

Agriculture experts seek to boost crop production systems

Agriculture experts have said holistic and coordinated efforts is key to building resilient and sustainable plant health systems.

Agriculture experts seek to boost crop production systems

Man shot as police seal off Uhuru Park

One person sustained gunshot injuries at Uhuru Park after daylong running battles between youths and police, who blocked access to the recreational facility.

By 2 months ago

Man shot as police seal off Uhuru Park

Nairobi's city's slums sanitation upgrade bid launched

the initiative is part of its four action research projects that rely on local partners to implement interventions that address key urban challenges, particularly for marginalised communities.

By 2 months ago

Nairobi's city's slums sanitation upgrade bid launched

NCIC warns Gachagua impeachment risks dividing country

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has warned that the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, could divide the country.

By 2 months ago

NCIC warns Gachagua impeachment risks dividing country

Report: Africa wildlife population declined by 76 per cent in 50 years

According to the report, the way energy is produced and consumed is the principal driver of climate change, with increasingly severe impacts on people and ecosystems.

By 2 months ago

Report: Africa wildlife population declined by 76 per cent in 50 years

Crisis looms as clinical interns down tools

Crisis is looming in public hospitals as clinical interns down tools to protest unpaid salaries, lack of medical cover, and poor working conditions.

By 2 months ago

Crisis looms as clinical interns down tools

Government to refund patients who paid own fees during SHA rollout

The government has announced that patients who paid for healthcare services out-of-pocket since the rollout of the Social Health Authority (SHA) began will be refunded.

By 2 months ago

Government to refund patients who paid own fees during SHA rollout

Lecturer's unyielding battle with four types of cancer

Jane Frances, a 58-year-old lecturer, was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer in 2014, a rare and aggressive form of the disease.

By 2 months ago

Lecturer's unyielding battle with four types of cancer

State to refund patients who paid out-of-pocket after SHA rollout

The government has promised to refund patients who paid for healthcare services out of pocket since the roll out of Social Health Authority (SHA)

By 2 months ago

State to refund patients who paid out-of-pocket after SHA rollout

Wanjigi fears for his life after blood is splashed at his home

Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has expressed fears for his life after unknown men allegedly splashed blood at the gate of his Muthaiga home in Nairobi.

By 2 months ago

Wanjigi fears for his life after blood is splashed at his home

Mukuru kwa Reuben fires leave residents in pain and agony

Residents of Nairobi’s Mukuru kwa Reuben slum are still grappling with the aftermath of a devastating fire that razed their homes and belongings on Monday morning.

By 2 months ago

Mukuru kwa Reuben fires leave residents in pain and agony

Lengthy disciplinary process major frustration for police

Limited access to medical facilities and the lengthy disciplinary processes remain some of the major concerns frustrating police officers across the country.

By 2 months ago

Lengthy disciplinary process major frustration for police

Trade unions call for inclusion in Africa trade agreement

COTU and ITUC-Africa advocated for gender equality and the vital role women play in Africa’s trade landscape, especially in cross-border trade.

By 2 months ago

Trade unions call for inclusion in Africa trade agreement

Atwoli criticises Gachagua for opposing Marikiti traders' relocation

Francis Atwoli faulted DP Rigathi Gachagua for opposing Sakaja's plan to relocate traders from Marikiti Market to the new Kangundo Road market.

By 2 months ago

Atwoli criticises Gachagua for opposing Marikiti traders' relocation

Aladwa backs Nyongo's call to support government

Makadara MP George Aladwa has reiterated the need for ODM members to heed Nyong'o's call and give ideas to contribute to good policies.

By 3 months ago

Aladwa backs Nyongo's call to support government

Civil society rejects Ruto's committee on university funding model

Elimu Bora Working Group has criticised President William Ruto's decision to appoint a 129-member national committee to review the new university funding model

By 3 months ago

Civil society rejects Ruto's committee on university funding model

CAK nominee vows to protect consumers from rogue firms

The nominee for the position of director general at the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has vowed to protect consumers from unfair market practices.

By 3 months ago

CAK nominee vows to protect consumers from rogue firms

Multimedia University student beaten by police suffered fractured leg

The Multimedia University student brutally assaulted by police officers on Tuesday during protests is admitted to a hospital in Rongai

By 3 months ago

$Multimedia University student beaten by police suffered fractured leg$

Digital riders seek legal protections, fair treatment

Digital boda-boda riders now want the government to enact laws that will allow them receive fair treatment in the industry.

By 3 months ago

Digital riders seek legal protections, fair treatment

Climate change agenda in 2024 ASK show

This year's Agricultural show in Nairobi will be based on climate change, Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Chief Executive Officer Bratram Muthoka has announced.

By 3 months ago

Climate change agenda in 2024 ASK show

Desparate wait for travellers as CS holds talks to end JKIA strike

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport was thrown into a state of paralysis following aviation workers strike that led to cancellation of flights

By 3 months ago

Desparate wait for travellers as CS holds talks to end JKIA strike

Nairobi's Ngara gas explosion leaves trail of destruction

The fire is believed to have started at a hotel in the neighbourhood and quickly spread to nearby stalls that stored gas cylinders.

By 3 months ago

Nairobi's Ngara gas explosion leaves trail of destruction

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