Absa Bank appoints Mohamed Nyaoga as board chair

Former CBK chairperson Mohamed Nyaoga appointed Absa Bank Board chair, effective October 1, he replaces Charles Muchene who has been at the helm for nine years.

By Esther Nyambura 9 days ago

Governors urge counties to ignore notice on ambulance registration

Council of Governors urges counties to ignore KMPDC notice on ambulance registration, says it has no power to enforce such requirements.

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

Ruto allocates 20pc of affordable houses to teachers

Teachers to receive 20 per cent of all affordable houses under new MoU with Housing Board, President Ruto says move aims to guarantee them a decent living.

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

SHA appoints new directors

SHA appoints four new directors; Board Chairperson Abdi Mohamed says new appointees to help steer authority's mandate of providing financial risk protection.

By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago

Revealed: What caused lawyer Kyalo Mbobu's death

Lawyer Kyalo Mbobu died from excessive bleeding and severe injuries after being shot eight times, two bullets recovered, Government Pathologist Johansen Oduor confirms.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Lawyers to stage protests following Kyalo Mbobu's murder

Lawyers to hold nationwide protests tomorrow over killing of advocate Kyalo Mbobu, LSK President Odhiambo demands justice and prosecution of perpetrators.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

In photos: Ruto receives newly-appointed ambassadors

President William Ruto received credentials from eight newly appointed ambassadors at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, September 10.

By Esther Nyambura 15 days ago

Media Council on the spot over support for Faith Odhiambo's place in Ruto panel

In its strongly worded statement, MCK accused sections of the media of "unprofessional conduct" and hypocrisy for what it termed as attempts to "vilify" Odhiambo.

By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago

NACADA seizes illicit alcohol, arrests three in Kawangware

NACADA seizes 450 drums of illicit alcohol, 300 bags of molasses, and 1000 litres of ready-to-sell chang'aa in a raid in Kawangware, Nairobi County, arrests three suspects linked to the operation.

By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago

'Kenya is borrowing Sh3.4 billion every day' - Ndindi Nyoro

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government for what he terms as an over-reliance on public debt, warning that it risks over burdening future generations.

By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago

Explainer: What to expect during the Blood Moon eclipse

For those in Nairobi, the eclipse will start to occur at around 6:28 p.m. and reach its maximum eclipse at 9:12 p.m., before coming to an end.

By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago

Ogamba: Investigation on 'ghost' schools to be completed tomorrow

A report on ghost schools by the Ministry of Education is set to be released on Friday, September 4, Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has said.

By Esther Nyambura 20 days ago

United Opposition appoints Mukhisa Kituyi as spokesperson

United Opposition appoints Dr Mukhisa Kituyi as spokesperson and Head of Secretariat, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka confirms.

By Esther Nyambura 21 days ago

Henry Tanui appointed new Hustler Fund CEO

Hustler Fund Board appoints Henry Tanui as new CEO for a three-year renewable term, he takes over from Elizabeth Nkukuu.

By Esther Nyambura 21 days ago

Ruto's housing pledge to Harambee Stars is a conditional 'gift' - Ichung'wa

Speaking in Parliament, Ichung'wa clarified that the President did not mean he would take houses from the Housing Project and hand them to the players.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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'Oops government?' State's habit of speaking first, clarifying later

But even President William Ruto hasn't been spared from the "oops" catalogue.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

CHAN 2024 roars to life in Tanzania's 'grand' opening

Hundreds of football fans have thronged the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam and the flutter of national flags as the 2024 CHAN officially kicks off in Tanzania.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Regional blocs merge peace missions for DRC

EAC, SADC, and AU agree to merge mediation efforts into one African-led peace process for eastern DRC; African Union Commission to coordinate resources and aid.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Why student nurses were recalled - Duale

Health CS Aden Duale says student nurses who were recalled were placed for internships irregularly; only certified graduates will be posted.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Wake up; Museveni challenges leaders on meaningful development

Kenya and Uganda to sign agreement on resource sharing between Turkana and Karamojong communities in bid to end border conflicts, President Ruto says.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Disown Mbadi, Joho and Wandayi over ODM's role in gov't, MP Hamisi tells Raila

MP Hamisi now wants Odinga to disown Cabinet Secretaries John Mbadi, Opiyo Wandayi, Hassan Joho, and Wycliffe Oparanya, arguing that their government involvement is detrimental to ODM.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Stakeholders call for girl-centered spaces amid rising grooming concerns

Stakeholders have called on county governments, educational institutions, and civil society organisations to establish and support girl-centered spaces across Kenya.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Lobby groups demand immediate release of activist Mwabili Mwagodi

Kenya Human Rights Commission condemns the arrest of activist Mwabili Mwagodi, demands his immediate release and full disclosure of his whereabouts.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Harold Kipchumba nominated to replace Mbadi

IEBC reallocates one special seat in National Assembly and nine in various County Assemblies, nominates Harold Kipchumba to replace John Mbadi as Member of Parliament.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Government announces new wheat prices

90kg bag of Grade 1 wheat to sell at minimum price of Sh4,750, Grade 2 at Sh4,650 in 2025/26 season, Agriculture Food Authority says.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Gender Ministry demands urgent probe into Susan Njoki's murder

The Ministry of Gender strongly condemned the brutal murder of Dr Susan Njoki, the CEO and founder of Toto Touch Kenya.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Reckless! Ndindi Nyoro says on Talanta Stadium bond

Kiharu Member of Parliament, Ndindi Nyoro, has faulted the government for acquiring a Sh44.8 billion debt through the Nairobi Securities Exchange.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Duale's warning shot to quacks

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has issued a stern warning to unlicensed pharmacists and individuals posing as doctors, cautioning them against dispensing medical services.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

'I'm ready to sacrifice my ambitions to support Gen Zs,'- Wajackoyah

Roots Party Leader George Wajackoyah says he is willing to step aside from the 2027 race if a young, capable leader comes forward to vie for the top seat.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

CS Wandayi defends fuel levies amid outcry over high prices

Petroleum CS Opiyo Wandayi has defended the multiple levies and taxes imposed on petroleum products, saying they are essential as they support critical services offered to Kenyans.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Activist Boniface Mwangi arrested

Activist Boniface Mwangi arrested from his home in Lukenya, Machakos, his wife, Njeri says he is being taken to DCI headquarters on Kiambu Road; reason for arrest unclear.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Boniface Mwangi, Agatha Atuhaire sue Tanzanian government

Activists Boniface Mwangi, Agatha Atuhaire file case at EA Court of Justice challenging human rights violations by Tanzania gov't in May, each seek Sh129m compensation and other demands.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Expert: Why fuel prices have shot up

According to Chomba, such geopolitical unrest typically forces oil tankers to avoid the Middle East route, opting for longer, more expensive paths that drive up distribution costs globally.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

'There are no killer police squads,' says Murkomen

Interior CS Murkomen denies existence of police squad linked to extrajudicial killings, says to issue a policy directive on use of force and firearms by police on Friday

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

KeRRA Director General Philemon Kandie resigns

Philemon Kandie resigns as Kenya Rural Roads Authority Director General after three years; Board appoints Jackson K. Magondu in acting capacity.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

KNCHR: 38 killed, 130 injured during Saba Saba protests

38 people killed, 130 injured during Saba Saba protests, KNCHR says majority of victims youth under 25, including two children.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Fahima Abdallah elected IEBC Vice Chairperson

New IEBC Commission elects Fahima Araphat Abdallah as Vice Chairperson, Chairman Erastus Ethekon confirms.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Kindiki to critics: There are no shortcuts to power, wait for 2027 polls

DP Kindiki asks government's critics to wait for the 2027 elections to challenge the Kenya Kwanza administration, now that IEBC is fully constituted.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Ndindi Nyoro accuses State of negligence during Saba Saba protests

Nyoro, on Thursday, July 10, questioned the effectiveness of the country's intelligence agencies and demanded accountability from top security officials.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Cybervergent listed among 2025 WEF technology pioneers

Among the honorees is Cybervergent, one of the few African firms to receive this global recognition.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago