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List: Betting websites operating illegally

The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has identified numerous betting websites operating illegally in Kenya.

List: Betting websites operating illegally

New global plan backs small travel firms with tools, funding and training

New global plan backs small travel firms with tools, funding and training

MPs clash over BBC film linking police to 2024 protest killings

MPs clash over BBC film linking police to 2024 protest killings

Police SACCO doubles capital levels as sector struggles with defaults

Police SACCO doubles capital levels as sector struggles with defaults

Kivutha Kibwana: Kenya's Constitution strong, but accountability remains weak

Former Makueni Governor Prof Kivutha Kibwana has called out the government for failing to fully implement the constitution, warning that key institutions are being undermined.

Kivutha Kibwana: Kenya's Constitution strong, but accountability remains weak

Govt urged to invest in youth-led innovation to tackle unemployment

The government has been urged to empower young innovators as a way to tackle Kenya’s unemployment rate and drive economic growth.

Govt urged to invest in youth-led innovation to tackle unemployment

Kenya health unions threaten protests over government plan to move workers

Two public sector unions have threatened to call nationwide protests unless the government halts the rushed formation and operationalisation of the Kenya National Public Health Institute (KNPHI).

Kenya health unions threaten protests over government plan to move workers

New sales training initiative launched in Nairobi to address skills gap

A new initiative aimed at transforming the sales profession in Africa has been unveiled in Nairobi.

New sales training initiative launched in Nairobi to address skills gap

KMPDU calls for probe into foreign doctors' hiring practices

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has called for an urgent investigation into the recruitment and licensing of foreign medical practitioners in the country.

KMPDU calls for probe into foreign doctors' hiring practices

Kindiki to lead talks on limited forest access in Dundori

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki will next week meet leaders and residents in Dundori, Bahati constituency to agree on limited forest access for farming and conservation.

Kindiki to lead talks on limited forest access in Dundori

Kenya gaming operators push for player safeguards, back Gambling Control Bill

The Association of Gaming Operators Kenya (AGOK) has called for greater responsibility in the rapidly evolving gaming industry amid increased public interest and national debate.

Kenya gaming operators push for player safeguards, back Gambling Control Bill

MP Kiarie calls for investigation into MCA Munuve's 'curious' death

Dagoretti South MP John ‘KJ’ Kiarie has called for a thorough investigation into the death of Kariobangi North Member of County Assembly (MCA) Joel Munuve, describing it as "curious."

MP Kiarie calls for investigation into MCA Munuve's 'curious' death

KMPDU demands answers as Kisumu fails to remit health deductions

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) is demanding answers from the Kisumu County Government over the failure to remit health deductions taken from doctors’ salaries.

KMPDU demands answers as Kisumu fails to remit health deductions

New initiative targets hunger and climate shocks in rural Kenya

Food insecurity continues to affect vulnerable communities in the country, with many families struggling to access sufficient and nutritious food.

New initiative targets hunger and climate shocks in rural Kenya

Professionals call for audit of illegal high rise buildings in Nairobi

Built environment professionals in Nairobi have raised alarm over a growing crisis of illegal and irregular high-rise developments in the city, warning that the surge threatens public safety.

Professionals call for audit of illegal high rise buildings in Nairobi

Duale appoints probe team on organ transplant practices, targets Mediheal

Health CS Aden Duale appoints an Independent Investigative Committee on Tissue and Organ Transplant Services, chaired by Prof Elizabeth Bukusi and 12 members.

Duale appoints probe team on organ transplant practices, targets Mediheal

Sakaja blames Nairobi drainage crisis on funding delays

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has blamed the national government for failing to release road maintenance funds, saying the city’s drainage systems are overwhelmed by unprecedented rains.

Sakaja blames Nairobi drainage crisis on funding delays

Ruto arrives in China to push for rail, road and export deals

President William Ruto has arrived in China for a five-day state visit focused on strengthening economic ties, securing infrastructure funding and boosting Kenya’s exports.

Ruto arrives in China to push for rail, road and export deals

DCI probes organ trafficking allegations at Mediheal Hospital

DCI launches investigation into alleged organ trafficking at Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu; Transnational Organized Crime Unit to lead probe, urges victims to report.

DCI probes organ trafficking allegations at Mediheal Hospital

Duale guns blazing over organ trafficking at Mediheal

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale did not hold back as he took aim at the Ministry of Health leadership over allegations of organ trafficking at Mediheal Hospital.

Duale guns blazing over organ trafficking at Mediheal

Pope Francis dies aged 88, Vatican announces

Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and first Latin American pontiff, has died aged 88 in Rome, Vatican officials announced on Easter Monday.

Pope Francis dies aged 88, Vatican announces

President Ruto joins global leaders in mourning Pope Francis

President William Ruto has joined world leaders in mourning Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday, aged 88, in Rome.

President Ruto joins global leaders in mourning Pope Francis

From Buenos Aires to the Vatican: the rise of Pope Francis

The news of Pope Francis's death on Monday, April 21, marked the end of a historic papacy shaped by humility, reform, and an unconventional rise to the throne of Saint Peter.

From Buenos Aires to the Vatican: the rise of Pope Francis

Two killed in wildlife attacks in Nairobi, Nyeri

Two people have been killed in separate wildlife attacks in Nairobi and Nyeri, the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has confirmed.

Two killed in wildlife attacks in Nairobi, Nyeri

Kenyan beverage maker gets Africa's first global green certification

A shift in consumer demand across Africa is forcing global alcohol producers to rethink their growth strategies, with sustainability and local relevance taking centre stage.

Kenyan beverage maker gets Africa's first global green certification

How an education policy can safeguard your child's future

For many parents, the cost of education is a growing concern as the demand for quality schooling continues to rise.

How an education policy can safeguard your child's future

Money trap: Why many Kenyans struggle to grow wealth

The first step is identifying what one wants to achieve financially and then creating a roadmap to get there.

Money trap: Why many Kenyans struggle to grow wealth

Lobby group demands action over leadership crisis in Nakuru

A Nakuru-based lobby group is demanding immediate intervention to address what it terms a leadership vacuum and governance crisis in the county.

Lobby group demands action over leadership crisis in Nakuru

Kenya listed among top USAID health aid beneficiaries

Kenya is among the top recipients of USAID funding, a new financial memo shows, with over $100 million allocated to health and development projects.

Kenya listed among top USAID health aid beneficiaries

UNICEF warns 14 million children face nutrition service cuts in 2025

At least 14 million children worldwide risk losing access to essential nutrition services in 2025 due to reductions in donor funding, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned.

UNICEF warns 14 million children face nutrition service cuts in 2025

President Ruto mourns with Beatrice Elachi after son's death

President William Ruto has sent his condolences to Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi following the death of her son, Elvis Murakana Namenya.

President Ruto mourns with Beatrice Elachi after son's death

KMPDC rolls out SMS service to verify doctors, curb quacks

KMPDC launches an SMS verification service to help the public confirm credentials of doctors, hospitals, and medical camps, aiming to curb fraudulent medical practitioners and enhance patient safety.

KMPDC rolls out SMS service to verify doctors, curb quacks

Kindiki: Expanding irrigation key to agricultural productivity

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for an increase in land under irrigation to improve agricultural productivity and boost farmers' earnings.

Kindiki: Expanding irrigation key to agricultural productivity

Clinics in restricted zones must move or face closure, warns KMPDC

The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has directed health facilities operating in restricted areas to relocate within six months, warning of closures for non-compliance.

Clinics in restricted zones must move or face closure, warns KMPDC

Kenya's property sector eyes green housing amid cost, policy concerns

Kenya’s push for sustainable housing is gaining momentum as real estate players and the government explore eco-friendly solutions.

Kenya's property sector eyes green housing amid cost, policy concerns

Kenya in its worst period as debt peaks, warns Mbadi

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called on Kenyans to take a firm stand against corruption, warning that the country is at a critical economic juncture due to mounting debt.

Kenya in its worst period as debt peaks, warns Mbadi

EACC recovers grabbed Kenya Railways land in Kisumu

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered public land valued at Sh25 million that was illegally allocated to a private individual in Kisumu County.

EACC recovers grabbed Kenya Railways land in Kisumu

Nyachae: I quit from regional court over 'unfair' Sh258,000 salary

Charles Nyachae told IEBC selection panel he resigned as a judge of the East African Court of Justice due to dysfunction and financial challenges within the East African Community.

Nyachae: I quit from regional court over 'unfair' Sh258,000 salary

Amadi: IEBC chair needs high emotional intelligence and legal reforms

IEBC chairperson candidate Anne Amadi has called for high emotional intelligence, strong leadership and legal reforms to strengthen the electoral body.

Amadi: IEBC chair needs high emotional intelligence and legal reforms

It was a malicious attack, Amadi denies links to Sh102 million gold fraud

Former Judiciary Registrar Anne Amadi has dismissed allegations linking her to a Sh102 million gold scam, says she resigned from the implicated law firm in 2014 and had no involvement in the matter.

It was a malicious attack, Amadi denies links to Sh102 million gold fraud

Govt to release 1 million more fertiliser bags as demand surges

Ministry of Agriculture says it has resolved logistical challenges affecting fertiliser distribution and will release 1 million more bags from Monday to meet high farmer demand.

Govt to release 1 million more fertiliser bags as demand surges

Crypto fraud surges in Africa as Binance backs tougher regulations

Cryptocurrency fraud is rising across Africa, with scammers exploiting regulatory gaps and the rapid adoption of digital currencies.

Crypto fraud surges in Africa as Binance backs tougher regulations

Tuju accuses Supreme Court judges of bias in open letter to CJ Koome

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has accused Supreme Court of Kenya judges of bias and irresponsibility in handling key cases.

Tuju accuses Supreme Court judges of bias in open letter to CJ Koome

From salt to kidney failure: The foods putting you at risk

It starts with a pinch of salt. Then a plate of fries, a can of soda, or a juicy steak.For many Kenyans, these are everyday indulgences, enjoyed without a second thought.

From salt to kidney failure: The foods putting you at risk

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