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Transport sector crisis deepens as operators split over planned nationwide strike
The crisis stems from a surge in incidents where vehicles, particularly matatus, are torched by mobs following road accidents.
By 3 days ago
Transport sector crisis deepens as operators split over planned nationwide strike
NACADA announces 2026 national drug prevention essay writing competition
NACADA said the competition aims to empower learners to actively engage in substance use prevention through critical thinking, reflection, and positive advocacy.
By 4 days ago
NACADA announces 2026 national drug prevention essay writing competition
Kenya army dependents get technical skills boost under militaryprivate sector partnership
One hundred and twenty dependents of Kenya Army servicemen and women have been commissioned to join the Defence Forces Technical College
By 5 days ago
Kenya army dependents get technical skills boost under militaryprivate sector partnership
Wakoli faults Bungoma county over poor state of ECDE facilities
Wakoli described the situation as unacceptable and deeply disturbing. 
By 4 days ago
Wakoli faults Bungoma county over poor state of ECDE facilities
Transport operators threaten nationwide strike over rising vehicle arson
The looming shutdown threatens to disrupt public transport, cargo movement and economic activity.
By 4 days ago
Transport operators threaten nationwide strike over rising vehicle arson
Boda boda riders distance themselves from arson on matatus
The Digital Boda Drivers has condemned recent incidents of arson targeting matatus, firmly distancing boda boda riders from the violence .
By 4 days ago
Boda boda riders distance themselves from arson on matatus
Alarm as millions of pupils lack basic reading and numeracy skills
Education stakeholders have raised concerns over deepening gaps in foundational learning in Kenyan schools.
By 6 days ago
Alarm as millions of pupils lack basic reading and numeracy skills
Council for Legal Education moves to review exam quality
Council's CEO Jack Mwimali said the review focuses on identifying both strengths and weaknesses in the examination and training process, with corrective action to be taken where gaps are found.
By 5 days ago
Council for Legal Education moves to review exam quality
Kaimosi University seeks partnership to allow students drive climate action
Youth for Green Action Kenya, students and university administrators explored practical, campus-based solutions to environmental challenges, setting the stage for a partnership.
By 5 days ago
Kaimosi University seeks partnership to allow students drive climate action
Kenya bets on indigenous knowledge innovation bank to turn tradition into economic power
For generations, Kenyan communities have carried wealth in their memories, in the herbs that healed, the foods that fed families, the songs that preserved history
By 5 days ago
Kenya bets on indigenous knowledge innovation bank to turn tradition into economic power
Majority of Kenyans dissatisfied with new CBC curriculum, Infotrak survey
It has now emerged that a majority of parents are skeptical about the CBC, with many saying it has not improved learning compared to the old 8-4-4 system.
By 5 days ago
Majority of Kenyans dissatisfied with new CBC curriculum, Infotrak survey
Kenyan businesses urged to tap universities for research-driven growth
While the country is brimming with entrepreneurial energy, many companies struggle to survive beyond their first two years, often hindered by a lack of finance, market access, and research capacity.
By 5 days ago
Kenyan businesses urged to tap universities for research-driven growth
Boost to Kibera children as Australian education partners launch community library
Children in Kibera have received a significant boost to their learning prospects with the launch of a new community library at Ayany Primary School
By 5 days ago
Boost to Kibera children as Australian education partners launch community library
UHC workers demand written assurance on permanent contracts
Universal Health Coverage healthcare workers on Monday staged a peaceful procession to Afya House
By 6 days ago
UHC workers demand written assurance on permanent contracts
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How prison officer is rewriting the future of inmates' children
Chrispinus Wafula, stationed at Kakamega GK Prison, has turned compassion into action, quietly transforming the lives of children whose parents are serving jail terms.
By 8 days ago
How prison officer is rewriting the future of inmates' children
Wamboka accuses former MP of diverting Sh20 million education funds from Bumula
Bumula MP Jack Wamboka has accused former legislator Mwambu Mabonga of misappropriating millions of shillings meant for education in Bumula Constituency
By 9 days ago
Wamboka accuses former MP of diverting Sh20 million education funds from Bumula
How a Bungoma officer Is rewriting the future of prisoners' children by keeping them in school
Chrispinus Wafula, a Kenya Prisons Service officer, has turned compassion into action, quietly transforming the lives of children whose parents are serving jail terms.
By 9 days ago
How a Bungoma officer Is rewriting the future of prisoners' children by keeping them in school
Business owners count heavy losses after Mukuru demolitions
Small businesses in Mukuru Kwa Njenga have suffered heavy losses following Tuesday’s demolitions
By 13 days ago
Business owners count heavy losses after Mukuru demolitions
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How Lang'ata women inmates are preparing for life after prison through beauty skills
Women here have learnt techniques ranging from natural hair styling to basic makeup artistry.
By 12 days ago
How Lang'ata women inmates are preparing for life after prison through beauty skills
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Union faults Sh230m pan paper payout, claims workers sidelined
In late November 2025, the national government released Sh230 million to pay terminal dues owed to former Pan Paper employees
By 12 days ago
Union faults Sh230m pan paper payout, claims workers sidelined
Alliance-bound student trapped in dumpsite
John scored 64 points in his KJSEA examinations at Zau School, a strong performance that earned him admission to Alliance Boys High School.
By 16 days ago
Alliance-bound student trapped in dumpsite
Activist petitions EACC to halt smart city project over alleged irregularities
A Bungoma-based activist has petitioned the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to intervene and halt the ongoing smart city project at the Bungoma airstrip.
By 15 days ago
Activist petitions EACC to halt smart city project over alleged irregularities
15 rehabilitation centres slapped with closure notices over lack of medical personnel
NACADA says 30 facilities have been denied accreditation, while an additional 56 facilities with compliance gaps will remain under close monitoring.
By 17 days ago
15 rehabilitation centres slapped with closure notices over lack of medical personnel
ODM grassroots leaders intensify calls for NDC
They warn that failure to regularise party leadership in line with the constitution risks plunging the party into uncertainty ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By 18 days ago
ODM grassroots leaders intensify calls for NDC
Education lobby group decries chaotic transition as Grade 10 reporting begins
More than 1.13 million pioneer CBE learners begin reporting to senior school on Monday
By 22 days ago
Education lobby group decries chaotic transition as Grade 10 reporting begins
Sunshine schools, Moi Educational Centre post stellar results in 2025 KCSE exam
Students, teachers, parents, and administrators broke into celebrations marked by thanksgiving, applause, and expressions of pride.
By 25 days ago
Sunshine schools, Moi Educational Centre post stellar results in 2025 KCSE exam
Government launches Sh1.9b Last Mile project to bring power to 27,000 homes
At least 27,000 households in Bungoma County are set to be connected to electricity under the government’s Last Mile Connectivity.
By 27 days ago
Government launches Sh1.9b Last Mile project to bring power to 27,000 homes
Walkways become new informal marketplaces
Makeshift businesses are rapidly spreading from city centres into surrounding estates and residential neighbourhoods.
By 27 days ago
Walkways become new informal marketplaces
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Back to school: Grade 10 textbook printing to start after Sh5.64bn release
The Ministry of Education has released Sh5.64 billion to KICD to support the printing and nationwide distribution of Grade 10 textbooks for public schools.
By 28 days ago
Back to school: Grade 10 textbook printing to start after Sh5.64bn release
Uganda denies plans to block internet during election as Starlink restricted
The Ugandan government has dismissed claims that it has shut down internet ahead of the upcoming general election, calling the reports false and misleading.
By 28 days ago
Uganda denies plans to block internet during election as Starlink restricted
Ruku says only two people trapped in South C collapsed building
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says the revised figure on people suspected to have been trapped was reached after reviewing CCTV footage from the area.
By 1 month ago
Ruku says only two people trapped in South C collapsed building
Venezuela accuses US of 'aggression' as explosions rock Caracas
Multiple explosions rock Venezuela’s capital, Caracas; government declares a state of emergency amid tensions between the US and Venezuela.
By 1 month ago
Venezuela accuses US of 'aggression' as explosions rock Caracas
Families appeal for speedy rescue of kin trapped in collapsed building
The family spokesperson, said that they are not engaging in blame game but want their loved ones rescued from the rubble.
By 1 month ago
Families appeal for speedy rescue of kin trapped in collapsed building
National crackdown on road safety as schools set to open next week
The government has launched a nationwide road safety crackdown ahead of the reopening of schools next week.
By 1 month ago
National crackdown on road safety as schools set to open next week
How an AI platform is rebuilding patients record in Kenya
Tiba is an artificial intelligence-powered health platform to address challenges faced by patients and clinicians.
By 1 month ago
How an AI platform is rebuilding patients record in Kenya
Lusaka swears in new CPSB members, vows to end nepotism
Governor Lusaka said the appointments followed a competitive, transparent and merit-based recruitment process.
By 1 month ago
Lusaka swears in new CPSB members, vows to end nepotism
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Shee Kupi: Man who built Kiunga's camp-free refugee community
Refugees fleeing drought and conflict in Somalia successfully integrated into Kiunga’s community, thanks to Shee Kupi.
By 1 month ago
Shee Kupi: Man who built Kiunga's camp-free refugee community
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Thirty and unrushed: How women are redefining marriage timelines, myths
Turning 30 for Kenyan women is no longer a countdown to marriage.
By 1 month ago
Thirty and unrushed: How women are redefining marriage timelines, myths
Justice Ibrahim stood for truth, colleagues say as he's laid to rest
Former Chief Justice David Maraga described his former Supreme Court colleague Mohamed Ibrahim as a judge of rare uprightness and discipline and had zero tolerance for corruption.
By 1 month ago
Justice Ibrahim stood for truth, colleagues say as he's laid to rest
KNCHR decries prevailing challenges amid progress in legislation
KNCHR has expressed concerns that Kenya continues to face persistent human rights challenges.
By 1 month ago
KNCHR decries prevailing challenges amid progress in legislation
CBK hits a sour note for lovers' day
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