Senator Questions KAA on Reported Secret Lease Deal with Indian Firm for JKIA

Senator Richard Onyonka has called on Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to clarify its involvement in a controversial agreement with Adani Airport Holdings Limited, an Indian firm, to lease Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Petitioning the Senate Committee on Roads and Transport, Onyonka sought a statement regarding the purported deal with Adani, which would see JKIA…

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Governor Natembeya calls for scrapping of Competency-Based Curriculum

Trans-Nzoia County Governor George Natembeya has called for the abolition of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), citing concerns over its impact on the future prospects of Kenyan children. Speaking on Friday at the commissioning of a twin Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) classroom at MEZA Primary School, Natembeya criticized the government’s handling of the education sector….

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KCB appoints Patrick Odhiambo as new head coach

Patrick Odhiambo. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] KCB FC has appointed tactician Patrick Odhiambo as the new head coach on a one-year contract, effective July 15 ahead of the 2023/2024 season. Odhiambo , who joins from Kakamega Homeboyz FC, replaces Bernard Mwalala, who has left the Bankers to pursue personal interests. The appointment follows the Football Kenya Federation…

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Mwaura Addresses Postponement of National Dialogue Forum by President Ruto

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura yesterday addressed the postponement of the national multi-sectoral dialogue forum announced by President William Ruto, shedding light on the reasons behind its delay. Originally slated to commence on Monday, July 15, the six-day dialogue aimed to tackle pressing national issues by convening representatives from political parties, religious groups, civil society, employers,…

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Education committee raises alarm over budget cuts threatening school programs in Kenya

The National Assembly Committee on Education, chaired by Julius Melly, met with Dr. Belio Kipsang, PS, State Department for Basic Education in consideration of Supplementary Estimates 1 for 2024/25 financial year. The revised budget, presented PS Bellio Kipsang, has caused concern among Committee Members who fear critical education programs may be crippled. The State Department’s…

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Youth shine at Nyanza Regional Youth Chess tournament in Kisumu

Junior chess masters in action during the Nyanza Region Chess Championship.[Washington Onyango,Standard] The Nyanza Regional Youth Chess Tournament held at Kasagam Secondary School on Sunday saw a remarkable turnout, with over 450 students participating in the prestigious event. The tournament highlighted the immense talent present in the region, particularly in the under 17 categories where…

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X Influencer Francis Gaitho Charged for Spreading False Information on Kware Killings and Massacres

Social media influencer Francis Gaitho is facing legal action for allegedly spreading false information, particularly concerning the arrest of the prime suspect in the Kware killings by the DCI. The prosecution claims that on July 15, 2024, at approximately 1400 hours, Gaitho deliberately published misleading information through his X social media account from an undisclosed…

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TV host Shiksha Arora leaves KBC after 3 years

Renowned TV host cum news anchor Shiksha Arora is set to leave the Kenya Broadcasting Cooperation (KBC ) after three years of service. Taking to her official social media platforms, the vibrant media personality revealed that she would be hosting her last show on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 9.00 pm. Arora while announcing her…

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