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U.S. Embassy launches American Corner Mtaani to drive innovation

The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi is seeking to foster innovation through the launch of American Corner Mtaani at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS).

U.S. Embassy launches American Corner Mtaani to drive innovation

PS Omollo mobilises 3,950 chiefs for monthly one million tree planting

PS Omollo mobilises 3,950 chiefs for monthly one million tree planting

Faki praises credible elections in Botswana

Faki praises credible elections in Botswana

Government closes Ominicare Medical after patient death

Government closes Ominicare Medical after patient death

PCEA officials to defend themselves in court for ignoring court order

Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) officials are set to defend themselves in court starting 26 November 2024, for alleged contempt of court.

PCEA officials to defend themselves in court for ignoring court order

Maize production projected at 75 million bags for 2024

Maize production is projected at 75 million bags for 2024, boosted by the government's fertilizer subsidy programme and favourable weather conditions.

Maize production projected at 75 million bags for 2024

Home sweet home, says Gachagua after Kindiki inauguration

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua marked Kithure Kindiki’s inauguration as Kenya’s new Deputy President with a message celebrating faith, family and homecoming.

Home sweet home, says Gachagua after Kindiki inauguration

Political uncertainty challenges Kenya's real estate growth

Kenya’s real estate market is feeling the effects of political uncertainty, with developers and investors expressing concerns regarding the risks tied to frequent election cycles.

Political uncertainty challenges Kenya's real estate growth

Nairobi women rally for cancer awareness in Githurai

Women in Nairobi’s Githurai face a pressing health challenge with rising cancer diagnoses and limited knowledge about prevention and early detection.

Nairobi women rally for cancer awareness in Githurai

Ruto outlines plans to boost revenue collection

President William Ruto aims to increase Kenya's revenue collection from 14 per cent to 22 per cent of GDP over the next decade.

Ruto outlines plans to boost revenue collection

Nairobi's electric taxi fleet aims to transform public transport landscape

Infrastructure development poses a challenge for adopting electric vehicles in the country.

Nairobi's electric taxi fleet aims to transform public transport landscape

Solar solutions push to reduce post-harvest losses in farming

It is becoming increasingly urgent for farmers to adopt sustainable energy practices to counter growing post-harvest losses.

Solar solutions push to reduce post-harvest losses in farming

Supreme Court upholds Finance Act 2023, invalidates key sections

The Supreme Court has upheld the Finance Act 2023 but found specific sections unconstitutional citing procedural violations.

Supreme Court upholds Finance Act 2023, invalidates key sections

Ruto commends efforts to combat hunger in schools

Childhood hunger continues to hinder educational success in Kenya.

Ruto commends efforts to combat hunger in schools

Government to verify high-impact projects in Nyanza and Western regions

Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary begins phase two verification of high-impact projects in Nyanza and Western regions, including housing, roads and agriculture; exercise runs until October 31.

Government to verify high-impact projects in Nyanza and Western regions

Activist Boniface Mwangi released without charges after alleged abduction

Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has been released after spending hours at the Kamukunji Police Station.

Activist Boniface Mwangi released without charges after alleged abduction

Rights activist Boniface Mwangi allegedly abducted

Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has reportedly been abducted from his Ukambani home early Sunday morning by unidentified individuals.

Rights activist Boniface Mwangi allegedly abducted

Former Education PS Karega Mutahi dies

Former Education Principal Secretary Karega Mutahi is dead.

Former Education PS Karega Mutahi dies

Stakeholders call for action to boost women's role in food systems

Stakeholders in agriculture are calling for enhanced support for women to overcome barriers and improve food systems.

Stakeholders call for action to boost women's role in food systems

Ruto unveils plans for Turkana's Human Origins Museum at cultural festival

President William Ruto has announced plans to establish the Home of Human Origins Museum and Science Park in Turkana County.

Ruto unveils plans for Turkana's Human Origins Museum at cultural festival

KCSE candidates to receive Maisha Card before exams conclude, says Bitok

Candidates sitting for this year’s Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) will receive the new Maisha Card before the end of the examination.

KCSE candidates to receive Maisha Card before exams conclude, says Bitok

Kenya's energy goals could be jeopardised by foreign treaty, say experts

Nearly 25 per cent of Kenya's population lacks reliable electricity, despite progress in expanding access and enhancing renewable energy capacity.

Kenya's energy goals could be jeopardised by foreign treaty, say experts

Faki calls for justice in Mozambique post-election deaths

African Union Commission Chair Moussa Faki has condemned the post-election violence in Mozambique that led to the deaths of lawyer Elvino Dias and PODEMOS party official Paulo Guambe.

Faki calls for justice in Mozambique post-election deaths

IN PICTURES: Ruto leads Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale

President William Ruto arrived at Kwale Stadium shortly before 10 a.m. Sunday to lead the 61st Mashujaa Day celebrations.

IN PICTURES: Ruto leads Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale

Milimani Court magistrate Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga dies

Milimani Commercial Court Resident Magistrate Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga is dead.

Milimani Court magistrate Zena Atetwe Rashid Jalenga dies

President Ruto announces Sh3 billion to clear NHIF arrears

President William Ruto has announced the release of Sh3 billion to settle outstanding payments owed to the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and healthcare providers.

President Ruto announces Sh3 billion to clear NHIF arrears

Dagoretti North students to benefit from TVET scholarship program

At least 200 underprivileged students in Dagoreti, Nairobi, who failed to meet university admission requirements are being given an unexpected opportunity for higher education.

Dagoretti North students to benefit from TVET scholarship program

Ruto's Cabinet Secretaries praise Kindiki's nomination as DP-elect

Congratulatory messages have poured in for Kithure Kindiki following his clearance by the National Assembly as Deputy President nominee, pending his swearing-in.

Ruto's Cabinet Secretaries praise Kindiki's nomination as DP-elect

Dutch beer maker to pay Kenyan distributor Sh 1.7b after Supreme Court loss

The Supreme Court has dealt Dutch beer maker a major blow after throwing out its case challenging Sh1.7 billion award to a Kenya distributor.

Dutch beer maker to pay Kenyan distributor Sh 1.7b after Supreme Court loss

Kenya's real estate boom fails to ease housing crisis

Kenya's booming real estate market, driven by major infrastructure projects, has failed to address a severe housing shortage, leaving over two million people in need of affordable homes.

Kenya's real estate boom fails to ease housing crisis

Tears flow as allies break down for Gachagua

Allies of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Thursday evening broke down as they expressed their frustration with the government for continuing his impeachment process while he remains hospitalised.

Tears flow as allies break down for Gachagua

High Court in Kerugoya halts Kithure Kindiki's appointment as DP

High Court in Kerugoya has barred Kithure Kindiki from assuming the office of Deputy President following a case filed by David Mathenge and Peter Kamotho.

High Court in Kerugoya halts Kithure Kindiki's appointment as DP

Deborah Barasa: Polio vaccine safe despite mild side effects during campaign

Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa says the recent polio vaccine is safe, addressing concerns after reports of side effects during the campaign.

Deborah Barasa: Polio vaccine safe despite mild side effects during campaign

Belio Kipsang: Combating stigma key to inclusive education

Education leaders and stakeholders are calling for more support to tackle challenges in inclusive education, particularly for children with disabilities.

Belio Kipsang: Combating stigma key to inclusive education

Manufacturers turn to renewable energy to tackle rising costs

Manufacturers are facing mounting pressure to adopt renewable energy as environmental concerns grow and market competition intensifies.

Manufacturers turn to renewable energy to tackle rising costs

WHO donates over 15 million tablets and Mpox kits to combat tropical diseases

The World Health Organization (WHO) has donated 15,215,000 tablets for Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), valued at USD 1.7 million.

WHO donates over 15 million tablets and Mpox kits to combat tropical diseases

Why Ndindi Nyoro is unlikely to succeed Gachagua as DP

As Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua faces an impending Senate trial following his impeachment by Parliament, several politicians from the Mount Kenya region are emerging as potential successors.

Why Ndindi Nyoro is unlikely to succeed Gachagua as DP

Impeachment: Gachagua calls for peace, says 'God is on the throne'

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for peace ahead of his impeachment process in the Senate on Wednesday, October 16.

Impeachment: Gachagua calls for peace, says 'God is on the throne'

Uhuru Park reopens after temporary closure

Uhuru Park is now fully operational after a temporary closure due to damage from citywide protests in June.

Uhuru Park reopens after temporary closure

Avoid vaccine rumours, Health ministry says after reports of polio side effects

The Ministry of Health is investigating unverified reports of adverse effects linked to the recent polio vaccination campaign.

Avoid vaccine rumours, Health ministry says after reports of polio side effects

Government extends civil servants' insurance to November, transitioning to SHA

The State Department for Public Service has extended the Comprehensive Medical Insurance Scheme for Civil Servants until Tuesday, November 21, 2024.

Government extends civil servants' insurance to November, transitioning to SHA

Kenya elected to UN Human Rights Council

Kenya has been elected by the UN General Assembly to serve on the Human Rights Council for a three-year term starting 1 January, 2025.

Kenya elected to UN Human Rights Council

Gachagua turns to Bible after impeachment

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua posted Bible verses on X moments after his impeachment, sharing his message with followers barely an hour after the parliamentary vote.

Gachagua turns to Bible after impeachment

MPs express mixed reactions to Gachagua's impeachment

MPs have expressed mixed reactions following the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday, October 8, after 281 members voted to remove him from office for gross misconduct.

MPs express mixed reactions to Gachagua's impeachment

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