Cabinet Secretary for ICT, William Kabogo, has enlisted the help of a daring and articulate Kiambu Gen Z who took to his inbox to sharply criticize the non-functioning free Wi-Fi hotspots he had installed across the area. Taking to his Facebook page on Thursday, January 30, 2025, Kabogo posted photos of himself with the youth,…
As the fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo escalates, international pressure has been piling on Rwanda to withdraw its forces from Goma. The latest is from the United Kingdom, which has threatened to withhold aid from the East African nation, which is accused of backing the M23 rebels that now control much of…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has joined President William Ruto in sending condolences to the United States (US) following a tragic mid-air collision in Washington, D.C. that resulted in multiple fatalities. In a heartfelt statement on January 30, 2025, Wetangula expressed deep sorrow over the incident, which involved an American Airlines passenger plane and a…
President William Ruto has revealed that Kenyans living abroad sent home more than Ksh64.6 trillion in remittances in 2024. In a statement shared via his X account on Thursday, January 30, 2025, President Ruto, who is currently in Egypt on a two-day state visit, emphasized the importance of Kenyans in the diaspora to the nation’s…
A side by side of Rwandan President Paul Kagame and his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa. [File, Standard] Rwandan President Paul Kagame has accused South African President Cyril Ramaphosa of distorting facts and making deliberate attacks amid the escalating conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In a post on X, Ramaphosa announced…
President William Ruto has revealed the subject of discussions during the 24th extraordinary summit of heads of state of East African Community president held virtually on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. At the height of the ongoing violent clashes in Congo on Monday, January 27, 2025, Ruto, the current chair of the East African Community, called…
Kenya and Egypt have signed 12 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance trade, security, and diplomatic cooperation. President William Ruto announced that the agreements will focus on key sectors, including investment, political consultations, maritime partnerships, youth empowerment, space cooperation, telecommunications, housing, scientific research, and diplomatic training. He also revealed that both nations are finalizing critical…
The Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Korir Sing’oei has highlighted the importance of a united regional effort to restore peace in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). His remarks came after the Extra-Ordinary Summit of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State convened on Wednesday, January 29, 2025,…
Tshisekedi skipped the EAC meeting that was held virtually on Wednesday and chaired by President William Ruto. The East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) are set to hold a joint summit to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). EAC Chairperson, President William Ruto has…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged political rivals who are focused on making President William Ruto a one-term leader, calling their motivation both unrealistic and unfounded. Speaking during a consultative meeting with leaders from Tharaka Nithi on Wednesday, Kindiki questioned why some leaders continue to push for Ruto’s one-term presidency, despite his significant accomplishments since…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has firmly rejected calls from some politicians urging him to oppose President William Ruto’s policies, similar to how his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, supposedly disagreed with his former boss. Kindiki made it clear that opposing government policies does not fall within the Deputy President’s responsibilities. He questioned those advising him to oppose…
Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has hit back at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s calls for salaried Kenyans to ensure President William Ruto is not reelected in 2027. Gachagua had urged salaried workers to take a stand against Ruto, citing excessive taxation as the main grievance. “The biggest task we…
The 2025 Safari Rally promises an exhilarating experience with the introduction of two new stages, Chief Executive Officer Charles Gacheru has revealed. During a tour of the course in Naivasha, Gacheru stated, “We’ve added two fresh stages—a 5km shakedown at Camp Moran and an 8km race at Morendat Farm—to enhance the thrill for fans and…
Sebastian Coe has unveiled his vision for IOC leadership, promising bold reforms on female sport, governance and commercial opportunities ahead of elections. World Athletics President Sebastian Coe is set to present his vision for the future of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in Lausanne on Thursday, as he bids to succeed Thomas Bach as the…
Raila Odinga seeing off DRC President H.E. Felix Tshisekedi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. [File, Standard] President William Ruto yesterday assembled the heads of the East African Community (EAC) to discuss the escalating conflict in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Under immense foreign pressure, DRC President Felix Tshisekedi and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda…