Deputy President (DP) Kithure Kindiki said some organizations have squandered public funds without providing commensurate value He emphasized that the government has no choice but to recommend the dissolution and sale of loss-making government agencies in order to reduce the use of public funds Cabinet noted that parent ministries would take over the functions of…
Nairobi is set to host the second Financing Agrifood Systems Sustainability (FINAS) 2025 Dialogue Conference from 20th to 22nd May at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). Stakeholders in the agri-food systems sector on Tuesday convened for an insightful pre-conference dialogue, a build-up for the FINAS 2025 Conference in Nairobi. The one-day workshop on loan…
President William Ruto's administration announced plans to review the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) a year after its launch At a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, January 21, the Kenyan government first exempted almost all African countries from ETA requirements, citing the need to promote tourism and regional cooperation The Cabinet said the government will introduce fast-track…
The government is committed to restoring Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) as the nation’s leading broadcaster, ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has affirmed. During his inaugural visit to KBC studios after his swearing-in last week, Kabogo emphasized the importance of efficiency and collaboration in revitalizing the state-owned broadcaster. Kabogo toured several departments, including…
The family of John Kiama Wambua has expressed shock at his alleged involvement in the murder of his wife They describe him as a quiet, calm, and friendly person who rarely caused any trouble Stephen Kisanga, a close friend, also revealed that Kiama never showed violent behavior in the many years he knew him. Nairobi…
Prominent lawyer Danstan Omari has officially announced his candidacy for the Nairobi County Senate seat in the 2027 general elections. Speaking during an interview on Wednesday, January 22, Omari emphasized the need for strong and effective leadership to represent Nairobi in the Senate. Omari praised the current senator, Edwin Sifuna, as a capable and firm…
Butchers at Gwa-King'u Business Center were saddened after news spread that a woman was caught on camera soaking customers' meat in urine. The word spread like wildfire, and people have been avoiding their food like a plague, and that has cost them their livelihood. A resident of Nyandarua also said that men have decided to…
On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, President William Ruto chaired the first cabinet meeting of the year, but one key figure was notably absent—Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi. Muturi’s absence follows his recent claims that President Ruto and his government were involved in the alleged abduction of his son, Leslie Muturi. Since revealing the details…
President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi arrive for a cabinet meeting at Kakamega State Lodge on January 21, 2025. [PSC, Standard] The political tiff between President William Ruto and his former Deputy Rigathi Gachagua has deepened as the president launched scathing attacks and criticisms against his former deputy. Although…
On Thursday, January 23, local newspapers provided detailed information about cases of violence against women, while the last two weeks since the new year have shown an increase in such incidents. Kenyan newspaper headlines on Thursday, January 23. Photo: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation The newspaper reported…
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed is confident that Kenya, along with its co-hosting partners Uganda and Tanzania, will deliver a world-class experience at the 2024 CHAN tournament. Originally scheduled for February, the 2024 edition was postponed to August by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) due to delays in infrastructure readiness. Mohammed welcomed…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, through the State Department of Livestock, is launching a new livestock identification and traceability system aimed at helping Kenyans track their animals more effectively. Under the new system, livestock owners will soon be required to provide identification before selling animals at slaughterhouses. Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke explained that…
Kenya has waived Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirements for African nationals visiting the country, aiming to promote regional integration and enhance tourism. The Cabinet approved the policy during a meeting in Kakamega County on Tuesday, citing the need to ease travel across the continent. However, Somalia and Libya remain excluded from the exemption due to…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will gain expanded authority to investigate bank accounts, mobile money accounts, and call data records under the proposed Anti-Corruption Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill, introduced by Attorney General Dorcas Oduor, seeks to amend the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, providing the commission with stronger powers to investigate graft-related…
The Kisii High Court has sentenced four men to a combined total of 135 years in prison for their role in the horrific lynching of four elderly individuals accused of practising witchcraft in Banda Sub-location, Marani Sub-County. According to a statement released by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the…