PS Tourism John Ololtuaa (center) with tourism partners and stakeholders during MKTE partners meeting where the 2024 edtion of the event was also launched Investors in Kenya’s tourism sector are urged to leverage the upcoming Magical Kenya Travel Expo (MKTE) to forge global partnerships and enhance business opportunities. Tourism PS John Ololtuaa emphasized that MKTE…
Creating a backyard oasis with a well-maintained pool and spa can provide endless relaxation and enjoyment. However, ensuring these features remain in top condition requires consistent care and attention. This guide outlines essential tips for maintaining a pool and spa, helping keep your backyard retreat pristine and inviting. Regular Cleaning for Sparkling Water Maintaining clean…
The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) has published an extensive directory of officially registered private security companies, each accompanied by its unique PSRA registration number. In a recent announcement, PSRA confirmed that a total of 799 companies have successfully met all criteria and are now recognized as authorized security service providers. To facilitate verification of…
Popular Twitter activist Hanifa Adan has responded to Health CS Susan Nakhumicha’s recent remarks questioning the ongoing fundraising efforts for medical bills of protesters injured during recent demonstrations. CS Nakhumicha announced Wednesday morning that 235 out of 294 victims had already received free treatment and had been discharged, a service provided by the government. However,…
On Wednesday, the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) released a report indicating that Kenya’s economy grew at a slower pace of five percent in the first three months of 2024, down from 5.5 percent in the corresponding period last year, amidst a challenging business environment characterized by high interest rates. KNBS stated that except…
Normalcy returned to Nairobi’s central business district as protesters kept off the anticipated Thursday anti-tax demos allowing the reopening of businesses and the public transport sector for Kenyans. A spot check by KBC Thursday showed that shops and eateries were operational, while vehicles, including Public Service Vehicles, were operating normally in various areas. However, police…
Doctors say baby Arianna Wairimu needs to undergo an urgent bone marrow transplant in India before July 5, 2024, to save her life. [Courtesy] As an unimaginable adversity stays, Teresa Ndungu’s world has been turned upside down. Watching helplessly as her 11-month-old daughter, Arianna Wairimu, once a bundle of joy, battle a rare and deadly…
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has suspended further employment of civil servants. In a circular, the CS directed the Public Service Commission to halt new and ongoing recruitment, including ongoing interviews for shortlisted candidates in public service. Going forward, Kuria announced that any future hiring in the public sector will be justified by genuine…
Google Translate has expanded its language support to include Dholuo, the language of the Luo tribe, in its largest update yet for the online translation service. Announced by Alphabet-owned tech giant Google, the update introduces 110 new languages to Google Translate, facilitated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Google’s PaLM 2 large language model, which also…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna disclosed the staggering amount allocated to his GK vehicle for use on the Nairobi Expressway upon his appointment as the Deputy Minority Whip at the Senate. On Wednesday morning, Sifuna used the Nairobi Expressway and was surprised to find Kes.377,000 remaining on his Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) card. The ETC system…
Gen Zs light candles in honour of their fallen peers who died during peaceful protests at Kenyatta National Hospital on June 30, 2024. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] 39 people were killed and 361 injured during the anti-Finance Bill protests countrywide, the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has said. In a statement signed by the commission’s…
The Managing Trustee of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), David Koross, has assured retirees that they will soon receive their claims within 24 hours as the fund digitizes its systems. NSSF is leveraging technology to streamline claims payments and eliminate long-standing bureaucratic hurdles that retirees have faced for years. Koross also announced that the…
Safaricom has announced a multi-million shilling support initiative for Kenyans affected by the recent protests against the Finance Bill 2024. Speaking at Kenyatta National Hospital, Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa announced that the telecommunications company will allocate Kes.5 million to provide assistive devices to those injured during the protests. Ndegwa also stated that Safaricom will issue…
Homabay Senator Moses Kajwang’ on Thursday questioned why Kenyan citizens must acquire a voter’s card for them to exercise their constitutional right to elect their representatives. While expressing his opposition to voter listing, Kajwang’ urged fellow Senators to make a case to the effect that once one is in possession of a National Identity Card,…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has issued a stark warning regarding planned violence and looting during protests scheduled for Thursday and Sunday this week, affirming that authorities will respond decisively. In a statement, CS Kindiki underscored the government’s commitment to quelling the reign of terror perpetrated by criminal gangs and ensuring public safety, despite attempts…