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Sakaja: Military, police and prisons owe Nairobi Sh2.7bn in land rates
Governor Sakaja has revealed that the city is owed Sh2.7 billion in outstanding land rates, with police stations, prisons, and military barracks being among the biggest defaulting tenants.
By Edwin Nyarangi 21 hrs ago
Sakaja: Military, police and prisons owe Nairobi Sh2.7bn in land rates
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Five-hour capture: How Sifuna stormed city in bold show of strength
Linda Mwananchi movement turned the capital into a stage for an open challenge to President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election
By Edwin Nyarangi 2 days ago
Five-hour capture: How Sifuna stormed city in bold show of strength
Omtatah suspended from Senate over 'yapping' remark
Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has suspended Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah from the House for three sitting days after he tried to justify remarks he made against President William Ruto.
By Edwin Nyarangi 5 days ago
Omtatah suspended from Senate over 'yapping' remark
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Ruto gives foreign traders 90-day ultimatum to regularise businesses
The government has given foreign nationals operating businesses in Kenya a 90-day ultimatum to regularise their immigration, work permits, business registration and licensing
By Edwin Nyarangi 7 days ago
Ruto gives foreign traders 90-day ultimatum to regularise businesses
Mungatana criticises government over crackdown on foreign nationals
The Government has introduced a 90-day window for foreign nationals to regularise their status as Senator Danson Mungatana condemns attacks and anti-Burundian sentiments.
By Edwin Nyarangi 7 days ago
Mungatana criticises government over crackdown on foreign nationals
Kilifi woman hacked to death over witchcraft allegations
A 67-year-old woman was hacked to death by unknown assailants in her compound in Malindi, Kilifi County, who accused her of allegedly practicing witchcraft.
By Edwin Nyarangi 6 days ago
Kilifi woman hacked to death over witchcraft allegations
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IG Kanja under fire from senators for failing to arrest Isiolo Governor
The Senate has summoned IG Douglas Kanja to explain why police have failed to arrest and present Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo before a committee after he repeatedly ignored its summonses.
By Edwin Nyarangi 8 days ago
IG Kanja under fire from senators for failing to arrest Isiolo Governor
Senate resumes sittings with full in-tray
The Senate is set to resume sittings after a month-long recess with a full in-tray of Bills, Motions and statements lined up for discussion and approval by the House.
By Edwin Nyarangi 7 days ago
Senate resumes sittings with full in-tray
Kenya seeks to reopen Vancouver consulate to ease services for diaspora
Kenya has renewed efforts to reopen its consulate in Vancouver City to make it easier for thousands of Kenyans living in British Columbia and other parts of western Canada to get government services.
By Edwin Nyarangi 7 days ago
Kenya seeks to reopen Vancouver consulate to ease services for diaspora
Bishop Wanjiru declares her bid for Nairobi Governorship seat
Former Starehe MP Margaret Wanjiru has declared her bid for Nairobi governor on a platform focused on restoring order, improving services and creating opportunities for city residents.
By Edwin Nyarangi 9 days ago
Bishop Wanjiru declares her bid for Nairobi Governorship seat
Senate asked to reject Bill seeking to allow inter county transfer of staff
The Senate has been asked to reject the County Governments Amendments Bill 2024
By Edwin Nyarangi 11 days ago
Senate asked to reject Bill seeking to allow inter county transfer of staff
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Two tribes account for a third of workforce in 51 state agencies
The Senate has established that atleast 1404 out of the 1924 employees at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions(ODPP) come from only six ethnic communities
By Edwin Nyarangi 13 days ago
Two tribes account for a third of workforce in 51 state agencies
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Wamuchomba gives Ruto 3 days to act or lose support over allies' hate speech remarks
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has asked President William Ruto to take action against his allies, making inflammatory remarks
By Edwin Nyarangi 14 days ago
Wamuchomba gives Ruto 3 days to act or lose support over allies' hate speech remarks
Mbadi tells Senate Counties owe Pension Schemes Sh 115.7 billion
CS John Mbadi has said that County Governments owe pension schemes a total of Sh115.7 Billion comprising principal interest, penalties and the actuarial deficit of this amount.
By Edwin Nyarangi 15 days ago
Mbadi tells Senate Counties owe Pension Schemes Sh 115.7 billion
Okiya Omtatah asks KNEC to provide details on procurement of examination materials
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah wants the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) to provide details concerning the procurement, contracting and printing of national examination.
By Edwin Nyarangi 19 days ago
Okiya Omtatah asks KNEC to provide details on procurement of examination materials
Bars, hotel stakeholders raise concern over sidelining in tobacco control Bill
Bars and hotel stakeholders have raised concerns over their sidelining in the public participation process as the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill moves from the Senate to the National Assembly.
By Edwin Nyarangi 18 days ago
Bars, hotel stakeholders raise concern over sidelining in tobacco control Bill
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KATIBA 16: Sh87b unaccounted for in counties as weak controls hurt devolution
Kenya is marking 16 years since the promulgation of the new constitution with the adoption of Devolution which created two levels of government at the National Level and the 47 Counties
By Edwin Nyarangi 20 days ago
KATIBA 16: Sh87b unaccounted for in counties as weak controls hurt devolution
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Rigging thunderbolt: Gachagua takes on IEBC over 2027 election technology kits
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has accused IEBC of being behind a plot to rig the 2027 General Election through a digital voting system to be supplied by a South Korean company.
By Edwin Nyarangi 20 days ago
Rigging thunderbolt: Gachagua takes on IEBC over 2027 election technology kits
China, Kenya and Tanzania advance community-based conservation
African conservation experts presented case studies highlighting community-based conservation initiatives and the use of technology to strengthen wildlife and environmental protection.
By Edwin Nyarangi 19 days ago
China, Kenya and Tanzania advance community-based conservation
Gachagua accuses Ruto of harrassing small scale gas traders
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto’s administration of harassing small-scale gas traders, alleging illegal seizures, extortion and efforts to dominate the LPG market.
By Edwin Nyarangi 20 days ago
Gachagua accuses Ruto of harrassing small scale gas traders
MPs chide Gachagua over attacks on women leaders
Women MPs have condemned former DP Rigathi Gachagua over alleged gender-based attacks and intimidation of women leaders and their families.
By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago
MPs chide Gachagua over attacks on women leaders
MPs want government to ring-fence tourism revenue for wildlife victims
MPs are calling for a legally protected share of Kenya’s tourism earnings to fund and increase compensation for victims of human-wildlife conflict.
By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago
MPs want government to ring-fence tourism revenue for wildlife victims
PS Mbaika taken to task over compensation delays for expansion of Wajir Airport
MPs have pressed Aviation PS Teresiah Mbaika to explain delays in compensating Wajir Airport landowners and resolving long-standing plans to expand the key facility.
By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago
PS Mbaika taken to task over compensation delays for expansion of Wajir Airport
Gachagua accuses IEBC of a plot to rig 2027 general election
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has alleged a plot to manipulate Kenya’s 2027 election through a controversial South Korean technology company and interference with the voters’ register.
By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago
Gachagua accuses IEBC of a plot to rig 2027 general election
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Why UhuRuto rivalry is far from over
The political rivalry between President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta is far from over as the country heads towards the 2027 general election.
By Edwin Nyarangi 22 days ago
Why UhuRuto rivalry is far from over
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Is NCIC a toothless Bulldog?
NCIC is under scrutiny over how it will handle high-profile individuals accused of making inflammatory remarks ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Edwin Nyarangi 23 days ago
Is NCIC a toothless Bulldog?
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Senators raise concerns over deteriorating KICC despite Sh1.9b renovation
Senators have raised concerns over the deteriorating condition of the iconic KICC despite the government spending Sh 1.9 billion on its renovation.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Senators raise concerns over deteriorating KICC despite Sh1.9b renovation
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The 13th parliament has been accused of being the house of bribery and outright corruption
Parliament faces mounting bribery and corruption allegations, with lawmakers and leaders making claims of cash-for-votes and extortion in legislative and oversight processes.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
The 13th parliament has been accused of being the house of bribery and outright corruption
Young musicians get new platform to showcase talent and earn
Participants will be required to show their dance moves to win flash prizes starting from Sh2,000 up to Sh250,000, depending on the strength of creativity and the work put in a live rap challenge.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Young musicians get new platform to showcase talent and earn
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Grand coalition: Uhuru's move as opposition seeks to deliver another 2002 moment
Opposition leaders are pushing for a united coalition and single presidential candidate, drawing lessons from NARC's 2002 victory ahead of 2027.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Grand coalition: Uhuru's move as opposition seeks to deliver another 2002 moment
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Kalonzo unveils Azimio plan for super coalition
Azimio plans to rebrand and expand its coalition, seeking new allies and a united front ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Kalonzo unveils Azimio plan for super coalition
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Recipe for rigging: Battle looms over plan to scrap IEBC's livestreaming of election results
A controversial proposal to scrap the mandatory livestreaming of election results from polling stations has set the stage for a fresh battle over the transparency of the 2027 General Election.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Recipe for rigging: Battle looms over plan to scrap IEBC's livestreaming of election results
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Uhuru to chair Azimio talks on formula for picking presidential candidate
The Azimio Coalition Council will hold a meeting, chaired by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, with the key agenda being to establish a formula for identifying the opposition flagbearer.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Uhuru to chair Azimio talks on formula for picking presidential candidate
Kalonzo will not work with Ruto ahead of 2027 elections, Wiper leaders say
Wiper Patriotic Front has denied claims that Kalonzo Musyoka held a meeting with President William Ruto to discuss a working arrangement ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Kalonzo will not work with Ruto ahead of 2027 elections, Wiper leaders say
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Sifuna, Osotsi removed from powerful Senate Committees
 Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi have been moved from their powerful Senate committee positions.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Sifuna, Osotsi removed from powerful Senate Committees
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Murkomen, Wahome under fire for snubbing Senate summons
The Senators said that it was disturbing that Wahome and Murkomen did not show up to address the concerns of the residents of Two Rivers Crescent Estate in Ruiru, Kiambu County.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Murkomen, Wahome under fire for snubbing Senate summons
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Why CS Duale is in the spot over alleged ethnic remarks
Senators have put Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on the spot over utterances he made in Mandera County on Tuesday that may arouse ethnic tensions in the country.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Why CS Duale is in the spot over alleged ethnic remarks
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Ogamba: No student will be left out under new university funding model
Education CS Julius Ogamba has defended the new university funding model, saying it is designed to guarantee government support for all eligible students.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Ogamba: No student will be left out under new university funding model
Nairobi ramps up emergency response with 406 personnel, seven fire stations
Nairobi City County has established a 406-member Fire and Rescue workforce and operationalised seven strategically located fire stations across the capital.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Nairobi ramps up emergency response with 406 personnel, seven fire stations
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Wetang'ula defends Ruto agenda to spread development to marginalised areas
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula defended President William Ruto’s development agenda, saying the government has prioritised equitable development in marginalised regions.
By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago
Wetang'ula defends Ruto agenda to spread development to marginalised areas
Nollywood icon Olu Jacobs dies aged 84
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By Joan Oyiela
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Luhya-Iteso row erupts over Sibembe cultural grounds in Busia
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By Benard Lusigi and Mary Imenza
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Banks urged to finance investments in blue economy
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By Mohamed Maarufu and Willis Oketch
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Stakeholders seek changes to education bills
Education
By Martin Ndiema
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