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Disunity rocks DAPK as petitions target Wamalwa, Natembeya
The three-and-a-half-year-old DAP-K is in the throes of a bitter power wrangle pitting its party leader, Eugene Wamalwa and Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya   
By 7 days ago
Disunity rocks DAPK as petitions target Wamalwa, Natembeya
"It Is Evil!" Kigame slams KRA over Sh20 million tax debt claims
The government has once again trained its guns against activist and politician Reuben Kigame, who has been challenging its policies and vices. 
By 6 days ago
"It Is Evil!" Kigame slams KRA over Sh20 million tax debt claims
Suluhu's ban on foreign traders rattles EAC
Mudavadi says he has asked President Ruto to initiate talks with Tanzania. Trade CS warns the move undermines EAC protocol and would hurt both economies.
By 9 days ago
Suluhu's ban on foreign traders rattles EAC
Scholar Din-Kariuki launches book on migration, culture
The book also captures how food, cultural boundaries, and anticipated changes manifest across different cultures globally.
By 9 days ago
Scholar Din-Kariuki launches book on migration, culture
Kenyan, Chinese Forces celebrates years of collaboration
The event also marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. 
By 12 days ago
Kenyan, Chinese Forces celebrates years of collaboration
Chaos as 30,000 youths are inducted into Kazi Mtaani initiative
Some 30,000 youths have been onboarded into Kazi Mtaani initiative in an induction ceremony that saw thousands throng Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi. 
By 13 days ago
Chaos as 30,000 youths are inducted into Kazi Mtaani initiative
COMESA rolls out digital certificate of origin to streamline trade
Traders within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) countries have been urged to use electronic certificates of origin to transact within the region.
By 16 days ago
COMESA rolls out digital certificate of origin to streamline trade
Let the youths decide their future, ODM says
Secretary General Edwin Sifuna insisted that dialogue is an important avenue to address the concerns by Kenyans and especially the youth. 
By 19 days ago
Let the youths decide their future, ODM says
Democratic National Alliance party urges Ruto to retire after first term
The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) has asked President William Ruto to step down at the end of his first term, describing his administration as brutal and deaf to Kenyans.
By 22 days ago
Democratic National Alliance party urges Ruto to retire after first term
Why you should not miss an elected representative
Last year, Banisa constituents took to the streets, decrying the lack of representation in the National Assembly.
By 23 days ago
Why you should not miss an elected representative
Liquor traders oppose bid to bar persons below 21 years from taking alcohol
The Small and Medium Liquor Traders Association (Melta) has opposed sections of the Nacada proposed alcohol control regulations, warning that they could cripple livelihoods.
By 23 days ago
Liquor traders oppose bid to bar persons below 21 years from taking alcohol
UN rights agency asks State to stop police killings, address concerns
UN Commission on Human Rights "deeply troubled" by the trend of rights violations. Retired CJ Maraga and Cohesion Commission blame failed leadership for discontent.
By 30 days ago
UN rights agency asks State to stop police killings, address concerns
Boniface Kariuki mourned amid more police killings
The mask vendor was shot in the head at point-blank range by police in Nairobi on June 25. He succumbed to brain damage after being on life-support machine for nearly two weeks.
By 30 days ago
Boniface Kariuki mourned amid more police killings
Businesses suffer as police block access to Nairobi CBD
The heart of Nairobi City, on Monday, stood unnaturally still with empty streets-storefronts shuttered and all business premises remained closed in anticipation of planned protests. 
By 1 month ago
Businesses suffer as police block access to Nairobi CBD
Accept criticism, Kikuyu elders tell Ruto
The Kikuyu Council of Elders has criticised President William Ruto for failing to listen to the voice of the youth and has instead urged him to tolerate dissent. 
By 1 month ago
Accept criticism, Kikuyu elders tell Ruto
Tears flow for slain teacher as kin eulogise Ojwang' at solemn mass
Emotional tribute for teacher and influencer Albert Ojwang during his funeral service.Widow says ‘see you soon’ were his last words to her before his demise in police hands.
By 1 month ago
Tears flow for slain teacher as kin eulogise Ojwang' at solemn mass
Police, Quickmart dismiss claims of bodies hidden after Gen Z protests
The heavy police presence at a Supermarket premises in Nairobi's OTC area, several hours after the Gen Z protests cooled down has raised questions over what the state was concealing.
By 1 month ago
Police, Quickmart dismiss claims of bodies hidden after Gen Z protests
Traders lose millions to looters on rampage
Traders in Nairobi’s downtown area woke up on Thursday to billowing smoke and charred buildings, the aftermath of Wednesday’s protests that left a trail of destruction and despair.
By 1 month ago
Traders lose millions to looters on rampage
NACADA urges prevention first in war on drug abuse
The State anti-drug agency has rallied the country to prioritise prevention as the first strategy in the war against alcohol, drug and substance abuse.
By 1 month ago
NACADA urges prevention first in war on drug abuse
Dozens hurt as Kenyans mark first anniversary of Gen Z protests
Injuries mar the first anniversary commemoration of Gen Z protests in Kenya.
By 1 month ago
Dozens hurt as Kenyans mark first anniversary of Gen Z protests
IGAD urges member states to honour 10 per cent agriculture budget pledge
IGAD has urged its member states to honour a regional commitment requiring them to allocate at least 10 per cent of national budgets to agriculture.
By 1 month ago
IGAD urges member states to honour 10 per cent agriculture budget pledge
State halts market projects funded by the Housing Levy
The government has suspended the controversial utilisation of housing levy funds to construct markets across the country.
By 1 month ago
State halts market projects funded by the Housing Levy
Student unrest in technical institutions over fee hikes
Tension is rising high in technical colleges across the country as trainees lament over hike in tuition fees that they said have affected their learning progress.  
By 1 month ago
Student unrest in technical institutions over fee hikes
Treasury PS: State to automate debt servicing processes
Dr Kiptoo was appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Public Debt and Privatisation to respond to queries on the status of public debt. 
By 1 month ago
Treasury PS: State to automate debt servicing processes
Human rights groups demand DIG Lagat steps aside in Albert Ojwang death probe
Human rights groups have now joined the growing number of voices calling for Mr Lagat’s resignation
By 1 month ago
Human rights groups demand DIG Lagat steps aside in Albert Ojwang death probe
Kenya-China ties spark 200,000 Jobs, cultural boom
At least 200,000 jobs have been created through the bilateral cooperation between Kenya and China.
By 1 month ago
Kenya-China ties spark 200,000 Jobs, cultural boom
Cleric urge Ireland to halt aid to Tanzania over activists' detention
A cleric has urged Ireland to stop foreign aid to Tanzania should it fail to apologise over detention of activists Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan activist and lawyer Agather Atuhaire.
By 2 months ago
Cleric urge Ireland to halt aid to Tanzania over activists' detention
Nations urged to embrace dialogue amid escalating conflicts
Calls grow for nations to use dialogue in resolving escalating conflicts.
By 2 months ago
Nations urged to embrace dialogue amid escalating conflicts
Ruto revives Kazi Mtaani: Over 100,000 youths to land climate jobs
At least 100,000 youths are set to benefit from the Kazi Mtaani initiative.
By 2 months ago
Ruto revives Kazi Mtaani: Over 100,000 youths to land climate jobs
CSOs warn Finance Bill, 2025 will increase poverty
A group of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has raised concerns over budget proposals in the 2025 Finance Bill that, if passed, will reduce funding for essential programmes
By 2 months ago
CSOs warn Finance Bill, 2025 will increase poverty
Pesticides regulator questions Nyandarua potato study
A pesticide regulator has raised concerns over the credibility of a recent study that found Nyandarua potatoes to be unsafe for human consumption.
By 2 months ago
Pesticides regulator questions Nyandarua potato study
City Hall defies court order, evicts Woodley residents over rent arrears
Court ordered devolved unit to halt the evictions until the matter is fully heard and determined. Some residents say they are lawful title deed holders or beneficiaries of a 2019 rent waiver.
By 2 months ago
City Hall defies court order, evicts Woodley residents over rent arrears
PS Omollo: Homa Bay ready to host Madaraka Day celebrations
Homa Bay County will host the 62nd Madaraka Day as the country marks the attainment of self-rule from British colonial powers in 1963.
By 2 months ago
PS Omollo: Homa Bay ready to host Madaraka Day celebrations
Over 1000 families benefitted from State's parenting initiative
At least 1,000 families have benefitted from a parent empowerment initiative across the country, the government has said.
By 2 months ago
Over 1000 families benefitted from State's parenting initiative
Inventor Assistance Program shields Kenyans from exploitation
A new technology that helps in protecting inventors from exploitation has begun to bear fruits.
By 2 months ago
Inventor Assistance Program shields Kenyans from exploitation
Agency moves to revive cotton farming in Siaya and Busia
A government agency has initiated efforts to revive the ailing cotton farming in Siaya and Busia counties. 
By 2 months ago
Agency moves to revive cotton farming in Siaya and Busia
Underfunding blamed for child crisis in country, report reveals
A new report raises concerns over the underfunding of children's programmes in Kenya.
By 2 months ago
Underfunding blamed for child crisis in country, report reveals
PWDs demand the implementation of new laws to address systemic barriers
People With Disabilities (PWDs) now want a newly signed Act that guarantees them easy access to justice implemented. 
By 2 months ago
PWDs demand the implementation of new laws to address systemic barriers
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We called him Bob: Kenyans recall time with a down to earth Pope Leo
The new pontiff first came to Kenya in 2001 and has visited the country several times. He helped facilitate Catholic Church missions across the country, including in remote regions.
By 2 months ago
We called him Bob: Kenyans recall time with a down to earth Pope Leo
New family claims controversial Cheluget land, plans sale to government
The Narok land row has taken a new twist as more controversies emerge in the ownership and succession.
By 2 months ago
New family claims controversial Cheluget land, plans sale to government
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