Special Olympics Kenya athletes were among the Kenyans who were conferred State honours by President William Ruto at State house today. So did the Mathare Youth Sports Association Founder Bob Munro. Special Olympics athlete Purity Kandie was awarded the Head of State Commendation for her oustanding achievements in the Special Olympic games where she…
Governor of Nairobi Johnson Sakaja said that a road in South C will be named after beloved rapper and icon of the early 2000s E-Sir, born Issah Mmari Wangui. Governor Sakaja announced the news at the 61st Jamhuri celebrations that took place at the Uhuru Gardens presided over by President William Ruto. During his address,…
President William Ruto pledged on Thursday that he will continue reaching out to all political leaders in Kenya as part of his commitment to guiding the nation towards prosperity. Speaking a few days after visiting his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, at his home in Ichaweri, Kiambu County, the head of state noted that he will sustain…
Veteran rapper Madtraxx has strongly condemned controversial anti-government blogger Francis Gaitho for threatening musicians scheduled to perform at Jamhuri Day celebrations on December 12, 2024. The rapper’s remarks came in response to Gaitho’s post on social media, which warned artistes of potential consequences for participating in the national event. In a tweet posted on Wednesday,…
President William Ruto has urged the Kenya Copyright Board and music industry players to establish a transparent royalty collection system that correctly pays artists what they are owed. Speaking during the 61st Jamhuri celebrations, the President said that creatives who were the heartbeat of Kenya’s culture had been overlooked and undermined. The President and his…
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has criticized individuals opposing the government’s livestock vaccination initiative, calling them cynical and pessimistic. The vaccination program, championed by President William Ruto, aims to immunize millions of livestock across the country. However, some leaders have opposed it. Through a statement shared on his X account on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, Cherargei…
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to base their criticism of the government on truth and verifiable facts. He warned that divisive narratives risk undermining the country’s progress. Speaking during the 61st Mashujaa Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, the Head of State said he is open to criticism from Kenyans as long as it is…
President William Ruto says his administration is achieving key targets under the Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) as Kenya marks 61st Jamhuri Day. Speaking at Uhuru Gardens during the marking of the country’s independence day, President Ruto said through the Hustler Fund, his administration has been able to enhance financial inclusion across the country by…
Wajir Air Base (WAB) has become the latest Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) unit to receive its Presidential and Regimental Colour during the 61st Jamhuri Day Celebration. The event took place at Uhuru Gardens where the Jamhuri Day celebrations was held presided by President William Ruto, the Commander in Chief of the armed forces. President William…
President William Ruto during Jamhuri celebrations at Uhuru Gardens. [PCS, Standard] President William Ruto has accused critics of peddling fake news and distorting facts about his administration’s development agenda on social media. Speaking during the Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, Ruto warned that such practices could threaten the nation’s freedom, democracy, and progress….
President William Ruto has received praise for engaging with his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, and opposition leader Raila Odinga in a bid to promote unity within Kenya’s political landscape. Speaking during the Jamhuri Day celebrations held at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi today, Deputy President Prof. Kindiki Kithure noted that Ruto’s efforts to engage with Uhuru and…
#Arts&Culture The National Museums of Kenya has announced that the historic town and archaeological site of Gedi will officially receive its certificate on Friday 13th December 2024 affirming its inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and becoming Kenya’s eighth World Heritage Site. On hand to receive this Certificate will be His Excellency President William…
Jamhuri Day celebrations were held at the Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi. President William Ruto led the nation in marking this day. Photos below were taken by KBC Digital Photographer Jackson Mnyamwezi. President William at Uhuru Gardens. Photo/Jackson Mnyamwezi President William arrives at Uhuru Gardens. Photo/Jackson Mnyamwezi President William during the playing of the national anthem….
Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Nelson Havi has downplayed President William Ruto’s recent visit to former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Gatundu residence, calling it politically insignificant. The meeting, described by Ruto as an effort to promote unity and reduce tribal tensions, stirred public speculation due to the strained history between the two leaders. During…
Late Tuesday evening, President William Ruto hosted a secretive gathering at State House, Nairobi. The meeting brought together key lawmakers from opposition leader Raila Odinga’s political stronghold in Nyanza. According to The Star, it started around 7pm and stretched late into the night, raising eyebrows due to its hushed nature and lack of official photographs….