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Emmanuel Kipchumba

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 1 month ago

Lengthy disciplinary process major frustration for police

Atwoli criticises Gachagua for opposing Marikiti traders' relocation

Atwoli criticises Gachagua for opposing Marikiti traders' relocation

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 1 month ago

Aladwa backs Nyongo's call to support government

Aladwa backs Nyongo's call to support government

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Civil society rejects Ruto's committee on university funding model

Civil society rejects Ruto's committee on university funding model

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

$Multimedia University student beaten by police suffered fractured leg$

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

CAK nominee vows to protect consumers from rogue firms

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Climate change agenda in 2024 ASK show

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Digital riders seek legal protections, fair treatment

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

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

Raila succession war rips through ODM with several interests at play

A fierce succession battle has ripped through Raila Odinga's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), as several politicians line up to succeed him as the party's leader.

By Brian Otieno and Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Raila succession war rips through ODM with several interests at play

Ugandan youth in Kenya condemn human rights violations

The Kenyan chapter of Uganda's People Power Movement has condemned ongoing human rights violations in Uganda, including the recent shooting of opposition leader Bobi Wine.

By Stephanie Wangari and Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Ugandan youth in Kenya condemn human rights violations

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 Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Nairobi's Ngara gas explosion leaves trail of destruction

Unique toilet boosts sanitation and tackle poverty in city slums

The Fresh Life Toilets, equipped with handwashing facilities and a system that separates urine and faecal waste to prevent odour and diseases, have become a beacon of hope for residents.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Ryan Kerubo 2 months ago

Unique toilet boosts sanitation and tackle poverty in city slums

Here's why the new identity cards will have an expiry date

The need to meet International Standards is one of the reasons your national identity card will have an expiry date, PS for Immigration and Citizen services, Julius Bitok, has revealed.

By Emmanuel Too, Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago

Here's why the new identity cards will have an expiry date

EAC Cabinet Secretary Askul vows to mitigate effects of climate change in Asal regions

Askul has promised to prioritise mitigation of effects of climate change in Asal regions, promoting peaceful coexistence among communities and improving food and nutrition security.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 3 months ago

EAC Cabinet Secretary Askul vows to mitigate effects of climate change in Asal regions

Businessman Jimi Wanjigi detained, to be presented in court

Businessman Jimmy Wanjigi has been detained at the Kamukunji police station, shortly after appearing before the Regional Investigation Officer at the Nairobi area police station.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 3 months ago

Businessman Jimi Wanjigi detained, to be presented in court

Multi agency team rolls out crackdown on fake pesticides

According to the PCPB, the operation, also targets pesticides sold in open-air markets through hawking, car boot sales and temporary structures.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 3 months ago

Multi agency team rolls out crackdown on fake pesticides

Stay away from forests, Duale warns land grabbers

The Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has put on notice grabbers of forest land saying that it will not happen under his watch.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 3 months ago

Stay away from forests, Duale warns land grabbers

Wandayi promises to lower cost of power, fuel

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has promised to bring down the cost of electricity and fuel.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Peterson Githaiga 3 months ago

Wandayi promises to lower cost of power, fuel

Nairobi digital boda operators threaten to strike over harassment by 'Kanjo'

Riders under the Digital Boda Drivers and Deliveries Association of Kenya have issued a 14-day strike notice to the government over failure to set price regulation policies.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 3 months ago

Nairobi digital boda operators threaten to strike over harassment by 'Kanjo'

Kanja's fate in limbo as he awaits House endorsement, or rejection

The designate police boss has been acting as IG since resignation of Japhet Koome.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 3 months ago

Kanja's fate in limbo as he awaits House endorsement, or rejection

Engineers' lobby asks State to pay pending bills

IEK President Shammah Kiteme noted that the matter, if addressed, has the potential to bring immediate relief to many businesses.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 4 months ago

Engineers' lobby asks State to pay pending bills

Postmortem on bodies recovered from Kware dumpsite kicks off

The postmortem on bodies recovered from Kware dumpsite in Mukuru Kwa Njenga, Nairobi, began Monday evening at City mortuary.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 4 months ago

Postmortem on bodies recovered from Kware dumpsite kicks off

Occupy State House plan still-born after youth change protests course

Looters took advantage of demonstrations to cut metal barriers and break glass windows of shops and made away with goods worth millions of shillings.

By James Wanzala and Emmanuel Kipchumba 4 months ago

Occupy State House plan still-born after youth change protests course

What next after President Ruto fails to sign Finance Bill

There is uncertainty on what next as the President cannot withdraw a bill from parliament. Ruto promised dialogue with the youth but failed to talk about military deployment

By Brian Otieno and Emmanuel Kipchumba 4 months ago

What next after President Ruto fails to sign Finance Bill

Pain, grief and agony as families mourn fallen kin

Pain, grief and agony engulfed the air as family members, relatives and friends gathered in various city hospitals to view the bodies of those shot during the Tuesday protests.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 4 months ago

Pain, grief and agony as families mourn fallen kin

Defiant president orders crackdown on 'dangerous people'

Ruto says he will unleash security agencies on "planners and financiers".

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Brian Otieno 4 months ago

Defiant president orders crackdown on 'dangerous people'

Nakuru water feted for good service

Nakuru Water and Sanitation Services Company has been feted by the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) for outstanding performance in service delivery in the water sector.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 5 months ago

Nakuru water feted for good service

CRA unveils guide to assist counties raise more revenue

The model covers trade licensing fees, building plan approval fees, parking fees, market access fees and housing rent.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 5 months ago

CRA unveils guide to assist counties raise more revenue

Kenya to export one million kilos of tea to China as it eyes Sh211b

Tea export earnings to May this year have increased from Sh68.73 billion to Sh88.28 billion.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 5 months ago

Kenya to export one million kilos of tea to China as it eyes Sh211b

South Sudan's opposition wants elections postponed

Pagan Amum said South Sudan is having a deep national crisis, with a torn social fabric and failure in the talks was not an option.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba, Emmanuel Kipchumba and John Mwangi 5 months ago

South Sudan's opposition wants elections postponed

Voting method next battlefront for UDA candidates in Nairobi poll

Embakasi North MP James Gakuya is opposed to electronic voting.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Fidellis Mogaka 5 months ago

Voting method next battlefront for UDA candidates in Nairobi poll

Cleric eulogises Journalist Shadrack Mitty as devout Christian

Apostle Peter Manyuru of Jesus Teaching Ministry where Mitty was an ardent worshipper described him as his spiritual son who supported the ministry.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 5 months ago

Cleric eulogises Journalist Shadrack Mitty as devout Christian

Two injured in Nairobi gas tanker explosion

The tanker was ferrying Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) when it burst into flames at Stage Mpya terminus, leaving people scampering for safety.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 5 months ago

Two injured in Nairobi gas tanker explosion

Koskei urges housing stakeholders to leverage on technology

Stakeholders in real estate have been urged to take advantage of innovation and technology to address the housing challenge in the country.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Fiddelis Mogaka 5 months ago

Koskei urges housing stakeholders to leverage on technology

Gikomba traders count losses after demolition of stalls

Traders termed the demolitions inhumane and out of touch with the reality of the suffering Kenyans.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 5 months ago

Gikomba traders count losses after demolition of stalls

State, EU launch Sh36 billion green energy project

The government in partnership with the European Union has launched the Green Resilient Electricity System Programme for Kenya, with the support of Global Gateway.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

State, EU launch Sh36 billion green energy project

Nacada bans billboards promoting alcohol near schools

Nacada expressed concern over the increased promotion of alcoholic drinks and alcohol use through billboards erected near schools in the country.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

Nacada bans billboards promoting alcohol near schools

EACC recommends prosecution of FKF president, Jirongo over graft

The list of the individuals is contained in EACC quarterly report covering the period from January 1, 2024, to March 31, 2024.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

EACC recommends prosecution of FKF president, Jirongo over graft

Farmers to benefit from China-Kenya Tea Trade Centre

The cooperation between Kenya and China in the tea sector received a boost after the launch of the China-Kenya Tea Trade Centre.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

Farmers to benefit from China-Kenya Tea Trade Centre

Murkomen: Repair of roads, bridges damaged by floods to cost Sh30 billion

The government needs Sh30 billion to repair critical infrastructure including roads and bridges damaged by floods across the country.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

Murkomen: Repair of roads, bridges damaged by floods to cost Sh30 billion

Residents of Runda forced to use canoes as water submerges homes

Residents say they feel neglected and abandoned by the government which has ignored their plight for several weeks. They want the county to unblock a water pan which has been blocked by a developer.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

Residents of Runda forced to use canoes as water submerges homes

Why five storey apartment in Uthiru collapsed

Residents told The Standard that the landlady had earlier informed the tenants that she had sought the services of an engineer to ascertain the safety of the building.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Pkemoi Ng'enoh 6 months ago

Why five storey apartment in Uthiru collapsed

It's a dog's life for those living in camps, shelters

There is fear of disease outbreaks in the camps as residents still grapple with rains. Women and children bear the heaviest brunt as a result of the flooding

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 6 months ago

It's a dog's life for those living in camps, shelters

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