Rigathi Gachagua has declared that the Mt Kenya region has fully settled its political debt to President William Ruto. Speaking at a burial in Mbooni Constituency, Makueni County, on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, Gachagua confirmed that the ‘Murima’ region no longer owes any political allegiance to the President. Gachagua explained that Mt Kenya had fulfilled…
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has ramped up his efforts to secure the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson position as the fight for the prestigious continental role nears its conclusion. In his latest move, Raila visited President Faustin-Archange Touadera of the Central African Republic to seek his endorsement for the role. Raila shared details…
Sports CS Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed the areas that are being worked on first at Kasarani Stadium to get it ready for 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN). Sports Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed the areas that will be given priority at Kasarani Stadium to ensure it is ready to host the 2024 African Nations…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised the demolitions of houses in Nyama Villa Estate in Kayole, Nairobi County. Speaking at Mbooni Constituency in Makueni County on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, where he attended a burial, Gachagua argued that the demolitions were wrongly timed. He detailed that those who okayed the demolitions could have allowed…
An experienced member of police will conduct an additional review into the Australian athletics scandal involving former coach Alex Parnov. Australian golden girl Nina Kennedy is at the heart of a disturbing scandal that has rocked Australian athletics as allegations of inappropriate behavior by former pole vault coach Alex Parnov surface. Parnov is accused of…
The Cabinet has moved to address the University of Nairobi’s (UoN) looming financial crisis, approving a comprehensive transformation strategy aimed at resolving the institution’s financial challenges and restoring its academic and operational excellence. During a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Cabinet Secretaries approved the University of Nairobi Transformation Strategy, which seeks to tackle…
President William Ruto’s Cabinet has approved the Assumption of Office of President and Transition of Executive Authority Bill, 2024, designed to streamline government transitions after elections. According to a Cabinet brief released on Tuesday, December 17, the bill proposes a Ksh10 million fine for government officials who obstruct the transfer of power between outgoing and…
In a lengthy statement released yesterday, the Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA) has called on President William Ruto’s administration to “pause the current exercise to allow time for adequate public sensitization” before proceeding with the much-debated livestock vaccination program. The KVA’s letter serves as a pointed critique of the government’s handling of the campaign, which they…
The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a presidential working group to create a comprehensive strategy for addressing femicide. This new group will collaborate with religious leaders, parents, schools, security agencies, and other key stakeholders to identify existing gaps in laws, enforcement, and societal values that contribute to the crisis. The working group will be…
President William Ruto has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to proceed with the nationwide livestock vaccination programme scheduled for January 2024, dismissing propaganda and misinformation spread by some leaders. Speaking at the annual Kimalel Goat Auction in Baringo County on Tuesday, the President said the vaccination initiative is critical for disease control and boosting the quality…
Acting Interior CS Musalia Mudavadi. [Collins Oduor, Standard] The government has introduced a new permit for professional employees of religious organizations across the country that directs them to pay Sh120, 000 fee annually. Out of the Sh120, 000, Sh100, 000 covers the issuance of the permit for a period of one year and the remaining…
President William Ruto and his deputy Kithure Kindiki bought goats worth Ksh15 million during the 10th edition of the Kimalel goat auction in Baringo on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. During the auction which brought together more than 4,000 goats in one market according to Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi, Ruto bought 700 goats at a cost…
President William Ruto has vowed to continue with the planned vaccination of bovine animals despite opposition from a section of leaders. Speaking during the annual Kimalel goat auction in Baringo County on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Ruto stated that the purpose of the vaccination was to make the animal products comply with international standards of…
Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff Felix Koskei has lost his sister, Esther Chebet Rugut. In a statement on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Koskei confirmed the demise of Rugut but he did not immediately disclose what led to her death. Felix eulogised his sister as a trailblazer whose legacy will be defined by…
Cabinet holds last meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 12. [PCS] The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a presidential working group to develop a comprehensive approach to addressing femicide. The working group will engage religious leaders, parents, schools, security agencies, and all other stakeholders to identify gaps in law, enforcement, and social values…