KDF acquires newly refurbished Z9 helicopters from China

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has acquired newly refurbished Z9 helicopters from China Aviation Technology Import and Export Corporation (CATIC). Speaking when he led the commissioning ceremony at the Kenya Army Corps of Aviation, Commander of the Kenya Army Lieutenant General David Tarus commended the support by CATIC’, highlighting the partnership as a crucial step…

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House Committee Proposes Key Amendments to Improve Election Processes

A House committee has proposed significant constitutional amendments to improve election procedures, including an extension of the timeline for hearing presidential election petitions. In its report to the National Assembly, the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) supported a Judiciary request to extend the Supreme Court’s timeframe for resolving presidential election disputes from 14 to…

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Banissa Subcounty Referral Hospital successfully performs first-ever caesarean section

The Banissa Subcounty Referral Hospital has successfully conducted its first-ever caesarean section. The achievement marks a crucial advancement in maternal healthcare and emergency services, ensuring that more families in the region have access to essential surgical care. The successful procedure follows the recent upgrade of the hospital to a Level 4 referral facility by the…

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‘It’s hurting our sport’- Fred Kerley explains why prodigies like Quincy Wilson should not race against senior athletes

Fred Kerley believes young athletes should stay in junior categories to develop mentally and physically without the intimidation and pressures of senior competition, which he says can harm their careers and benefit coaches more than the athletes themselves. Reigning Olympic bronze medallist Fred Kerley has explained why having young athletes compete with the seniors is…

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Kenya Power To Issue Dividends for First Time Since 2017

The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced a net profit of Kes.30 billion for the financial year ending June 30, 2024. During a financial results announcement in Nairobi on Tuesday, October 29, Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira revealed that KPLC will distribute dividends to its shareholders for the first time in over seven…

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Agnes Kalekye assumes office as KBC Managing Director

KBC Managing Director Agnes Kalekye Agnes Kalekye has officially assumed the role of Managing Director at the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC). A court order initially blocked Kalekye’s appointment in May this year, which delayed her assumption of office. However, on October 25 the court issued a stay allowing her to take control of operations at…

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