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Betty Njeru And Benjamin Imende

New Air Force boss Fatuma shines light on gender equality

Fatuma’s rise through the military ranks has been celebrated as a milestone in advancing gender equality within the armed forces.

By 6 months ago

New Air Force boss Fatuma shines light on gender equality

Raila promises better terms for varsity dons if elected President

Raila promises better terms for varsity dons if elected President

By Josphat Thiongó 2 years ago

It has been a thorny path to political deal for 'Iron Lady' Martha Karua

It has been a thorny path to political deal for 'Iron Lady' Martha Karua

By Josphat Thiongó 2 years ago

Safina party to endorse Wanjigi as flagbearer in NDC

Safina party to endorse Wanjigi as flagbearer in NDC

By Josphat Thiongó 2 years ago

MCAs eyeing MP seats in dilemma on when to quit

Confusion continues to deepen on whether MCAs seeking parliamentary seats in the August 9 elections are required to resign by today’s deadline.

By Josphat Thiongó 2 years ago

MCAs eyeing MP seats in dilemma on when to quit

Battle for Embakasi Central gains momentum as elders endorse Guyo

The Nairobi County Assembly Majority Leader, who also doubles as the Matopeni/Springvalley MCA, is seeking to oust the incumbent, Benjamin Mwangi.

By Josphat Thiongó 2 years ago

Battle for Embakasi Central gains momentum as elders endorse Guyo

Kiraitu launches party, roots for formation of coalitions

The governor said the party would articulate the interests of the people of his region.

By Josphat Thiongó 2 years ago

Kiraitu launches party, roots for formation of coalitions

Senate fights off extortion claims by governors in infrastructure projects probe

Senators and governors are once again at loggerheads over a probe on multi-billion shillings infrastructure projects in counties.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Senate fights off extortion claims by governors in infrastructure projects probe

Group tells MPs to pass laws that empower IEBC

Elog has called on Parliament to pass the pending laws to ensure that the IEBC is aptly prepared for the 2022 General Election.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Group tells MPs to pass laws that empower IEBC

EACC probes jobs board over staff promotions

The anti-graft agency is probing alleged irregular promotion of staff between 2017 and 2020.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

EACC probes jobs board over staff promotions

Ruto opposes bid to create powerful PM and two DP positions

Ruto asked Kenyans to ignore leaders propagating tribal politics to ascend to power, and instead upraise leaders based on their agenda.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Ruto opposes bid to create powerful PM and two DP positions

We've nothing to hide in the Buxton project, says Joho

Joho also castigated reports that the demolitions carried out by his administration were in violation of human rights.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

We've nothing to hide in the Buxton project, says Joho

Pensioners risk losing billions in NSSF projects, warns State audit

Pensioners under the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) risk losing Sh8.1 billion through questionable land deals and infrastructure projects.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Pensioners risk losing billions in NSSF projects, warns State audit

MPs grill nominees set to fill TSC five top jobs

The nominees presented their plans on how they will deal with challenges facing the education system

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

MPs grill nominees set to fill TSC five top jobs

Residents petition Uhuru, City Hall over 257-acre land dispute

The land row began in May 2018, after the National Land Commission, through a letter dated May 10, 2018 directed the Land Registrar to revoke titles.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Residents petition Uhuru, City Hall over 257-acre land dispute

Delayed funding, graft cartels blamed for devolution mishaps

Treasury estimates that counties owe contractors and suppliers Sh100 billion.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Delayed funding, graft cartels blamed for devolution mishaps

IEBC extends election materials tender submission deadline

The submission deadline is now August 27, 2021. This was communicated through an addendum notice posted on IEBC’s website.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

IEBC extends election materials tender submission deadline

Uhuru, MPs pay tribute to Statesman Wilson Nthenge

President Uhuru Kenyatta has eulogised the late former Kamukunji MP George Gregory Wilson Nthenge.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Uhuru, MPs pay tribute to Statesman Wilson Nthenge

Jubilee and ODM revive plans for 2022 coalition

Parties have formed a technical committee to identify instruments to ratify a merger between the two parties.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Jubilee and ODM revive plans for 2022 coalition

Hawker gets Sh430,000 after losing teeth in scuffle with county askaris

The hawker will receive Sh300,000 for the loss and damage of five teeth at Sh60,000 each, another Sh56,000 for a broken jaw connection.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Hawker gets Sh430,000 after losing teeth in scuffle with county askaris

MCAs want graft-ridden bursaries cheques system back

The MCAs argue that the Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) system has led to discrepancies in vouchers issued to parents

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

MCAs want graft-ridden bursaries cheques system back

City MCAs resolve to terminate the contract of county attorney

The Justice and Legal Affairs Committee had recommended the termination of Kwamboka’s contract for abuse of office.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

City MCAs resolve to terminate the contract of county attorney

Nyauchi in a spot over poor record as MP

Nyauchi said if appointed he would ensure the commission was more transparent to political parties and voters.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Nyauchi in a spot over poor record as MP

City Hall pledges 1,042 affordable houses by December

Construction of the first 1,042 housing units in Pangani, Nairobi, will be complete by December, City Hall has said.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

City Hall pledges 1,042 affordable houses by December

EACC probes Sh257m City Hall tender on Covid-19

The anti-graft agency has summoned Nairobi county Chief Officer in charge of Finance Halqano Diida Waqo for interrogation.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

EACC probes Sh257m City Hall tender on Covid-19

City Hall banks on new levies to fund Sh37 billion county budget

The increased levies will affect land and property rates, single businesses, parking fees and gaming casinos.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

City Hall banks on new levies to fund Sh37 billion county budget

NMS to acquire land, set up bus terminus at Globe roundabout

Once implemented, the terminus will join six others poised to decongest the capital.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

NMS to acquire land, set up bus terminus at Globe roundabout

Speaker declines Sh35m house ‘gift’ from MCAs

The decision to acquire an official residence for the Speaker was arrived at following a directive by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Speaker declines Sh35m house ‘gift’ from MCAs

Mt Kenya leaders reassure Raila on 2022

ODM leader cut short his Coast tour to represent President Kenyatta at key meeting.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Mt Kenya leaders reassure Raila on 2022

Counties get additional Sh53b in spending plan

All 47 county governments are among the biggest beneficiaries in this year’s budget after getting an extra Sh53.5 billion in equitable share.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Counties get additional Sh53b in spending plan

COTU boss Atwoli gets street named after him

Nairobi County Government has renamed a road after workers' union boss Francis Atwoli.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

COTU boss Atwoli gets street named after him

KANU revamps city branch leadership

The Kenya African National Union (KANU) party has revamped its operations ahead of next year's elections.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

KANU revamps city branch leadership

ODM de-whips seven city MCAs over Imwatok ouster

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party chairman John Mbadi has waded into the supremacy wrangles rocking the Nairobi County Assembly.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

ODM de-whips seven city MCAs over Imwatok ouster

Nairobi MCAs root for Sh1.5 billion ward special account

Nairobi County MCAs are pushing for a Sh1.5 billion general-purpose account to specifically manage funds allocated for ward development projects.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Nairobi MCAs root for Sh1.5 billion ward special account

DP Ruto banks on regional caucuses to win support

Ruto hosted former councilors from Kajiado County at his official residence in Karen where they discussed the bottom-up economic model.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

DP Ruto banks on regional caucuses to win support

Covid-19 has hit journalists hard, lobby says

The Covid-19 pandemic has worsened already poor working conditions for majority of journalists in Africa...

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Covid-19 has hit journalists hard, lobby says

Sialai gets new term as National Assembly clerk

In a letter to the Parliamentary Joint Services, PSC secretary Jeremiah Nyegenye announced that it would re-appoint Sialai on contract.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Sialai gets new term as National Assembly clerk

Petition lodged against team picked to select IEBC officials

The Petitioner argues that their nomination was void of transparency, integrity, openness and accountability.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Petition lodged against team picked to select IEBC officials

All eyes on Lusaka as court reinstates Malala

Lusaka is now a 'man' of interest after the sacked senators from the Majority side (Jubilee Party) questioned how he would navigate the same.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

All eyes on Lusaka as court reinstates Malala

Governor ordered to appear in court

Mandera Governor Ali Roba and two other county officials have been ordered to appear in court today to show cause

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Governor ordered to appear in court

MCAs demand to know how NMS has spent Sh27.1b

Notably, officers from NMS have been appearing before the Senate where they have responded to queries on expenditure.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

MCAs demand to know how NMS has spent Sh27.1b

Why it will be hard to stop Kenyan politicians this year

Ban on political gatherings by president might not last long as there are still loopholes leaders can exploit.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Why it will be hard to stop Kenyan politicians this year

NMS invites bids for renovation of 38 key roads in Industrial Area

NMS has started the construction of 408km of access roads in Nairobi's informal settlements

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

NMS invites bids for renovation of 38 key roads in Industrial Area

Land rates in Nairobi set to rise in new valuation system

The law requires that the valuation roll is reviewed after every 10 years.

By Josphat Thiongó 3 years ago

Land rates in Nairobi set to rise in new valuation system

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