New Measures Announced for Bodaboda Riders Following Machakos Sexual Assault

The Bodaboda Safety Association of Kenya (BAK) has mandated compulsory training for all boda boda riders nationwide, focusing on passenger safety, respect, and ethical behavior. This decision comes after a disturbing incident involving a boda boda rider in Machakos County, who faces accusations of sexually assaulting a female passenger. Reports indicate that the rider picked…

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US President Biden postpones maiden trip to Africa

US President Joe Biden has postponed his trip to Germany and Angola, potentially ending the excitement surrounding what would have been his maiden trip to Africa since he took power. The White House on Tuesday confirmed the grapevine that had swirled on social media networks over the past week, that Mr Biden would not be…

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Ruto appoints Munyori Buku to head presidential press service

President William Ruto has appointed Munyori Buku to head the presidential press service following a vacancy in the position occasioned by the appointment of former State House communications boss David Mugonyi to Communications Authority. Munyori Buku was appointed to head the critical communications department after serving as the Public Communications Secretary at the State House…

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Cooperatives hold key role in development

Cooperative societies hold big potential to enhance the livelihoods of people across various sectors, including agriculture, education, the environment, and small and medium-sized enterprises, by effectively mobilizing resources. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, noted that for governments and institutions seeking to access concessional funding, cooperatives must be recognized as vital partners due to their remarkable…

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DP Gachagua to face Senate plenary in impeachment trial

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at the National Assembly on October 8, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The Senate will hear Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment trial in a plenary next week after a motion to form a committee failed.  Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot had proposed the creation of an 11-member committee to handle the case,…

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Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge lands major role at United Nations

Kenya’s marathon great Eliud Kipchoge has been named UNESCO ambassador for sports, integrity and values a second straight year, adding another feather to his cap. Two-time Olympics champion Eliud Kipchoge has been named United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) ambassador. Kipchoge was named the UNESCO ambassador for sports, integrity and values for a…

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Ichung’wah Rubbishes Gachagua’s Defense, Labels It Emotional Manipulation

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has criticized Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Monday night press briefing on his impeachment, dismissing it as a futile attempt to gain public sympathy. Gachagua, who is facing impeachment charges brought forward by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, held the two-hour briefing at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi. The…

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Mozambique polls open with eyes on transition plan

Mozambique went to the polls on Wednesday as the region watched to see how the country transits to its next leader. Some 17 million voters trooped to the election centres to elect the President, members of Parliament and local assemblies and provincial governors. Another 333,000 voters were expected to cast their ballots at Mozambican missions…

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Ksh13M bhang set ablaze in bold anti-narcotics initiative

In a significant move against drug trafficking, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) led the destruction of a substantial haul of Cannabis Sativa valued at approximately Ksh13,140,000. The operation, overseen by DCI Regional Coordinator for Nyanza, Lenny Kisaka, involved a collaborative effort among various stakeholders, including Kisumu County security teams, officers from the National Environment…

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Apple music launches global Amapiano category page

In a historic move, Apple Music has today launched a dedicated global Amapiano category page, celebrating the genre’s popularity by featuring the best that the genre has to offer. Apple Music also launched three Amapiano genre charts for Top Songs, Top Albums and Top Videos where users will find only the best and biggest hits…

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