Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi announced that the government’s online services through eCitizen have significantly reduced corruption among some employees and transformed public service into a more accessible, affordable, and customer-centric system for both local and international users. While joining President William Ruto at the first anniversary of eCitizen, Mudavadi emphasized that the online service…
President William Ruto has instructed the Chief Executive Officers of over 30 government agencies to join the e-Citizen platform within one week or resign. During the first anniversary celebration of the e-Citizen Directorate at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi, the President also requested a list of organizations that continue to use alternative revenue…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was on Thursday, November 28, 2024, forced to flee after chaos rocked a burial event he had attended in Limuru, Kiambu county. What began as a solemn occasion quickly spiraled into chaos as a rowdy crowd disrupted the event when they started shaking a tent Gachagua was seated alongside his…
The Government will roll out the mass the vaccination of livestock starting January 2025, President William Ruto has said. Speaking Thursday after holding talks with the leadership of United Democratic Movement (UDM) party, State House Nairobi, the Head of State said the vaccination programme is meant to effectively control livestock diseases and ensure healthier breeds….
President William Ruto during the first anniversary of the E-Citize platform at the KICC, Nairobi. [PCS] President William Ruto has given a one-week deadline to the Chief Executive Officers of 34 government agencies to onboard their services to the E-citizen platform or face disciplinary action. Among the agencies named are the Independent Police Oversight Authority…
Two French rugby players face a court decision on rape allegations in Argentina amid legal debates, public backlash and sports reforms. A brother of Argentina’s justice minister who is also one of the defense attorneys in the controversial rape case involving two French rugby players has expressed optimism that the charges against his clients will…
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka,(centre) with Jesus Teaching Ministry Bishop Peter Manyuru(left) and Jubilee party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni during a church service at the church on 24,November 2024.[Benard Orwongo,Standard] Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s strategy to endear himself to the Mt Kenya region is now clear after his Kamba community was on Wednesday reintegrated into…
Dr. Christian Emeruwa, CAF’s Head of Safety and Security, conducts a hands-on training session with stewards at Nyayo Stadium. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials have started their second round of inspections in Kenya to evaluate the country’s preparedness for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). This visit focuses on stadiums, training facilities, and…
The government has addressed concerns regarding the SHA payment system, explaining why health tax deductions are not processed through the official government paybill. Gerald Bitok, Director of Public Communication at State House, clarified that the decision to deposit funds directly into the Social Health Authority (SHA) account is due to the urgent need for health…
The Kenyan government faces growing pressure to reveal all the details of its controversial deals with the Adani Group, despite President William Ruto’s directive to have them cancelled. On Wednesday, November 27, the High Court ordered the state to provide proof that the Adani-JKIA deal had been officially terminated. Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued the directive…
President William Ruto has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to leveraging technology and innovation to combat unemployment and create sustainable job opportunities. Speaking at the launch of the 4th Kenya Innovation Week in Nairobi, the President emphasized Kenya’s growing role as a global innovation hub. “Kenya is now a leading destination for global venture capital. Harnessing…
The Kenya Association of Air Operators (KAAO) has applauded President William Ruto’s decision to cancel the Privately Initiated Proposal (PIP) for the concessioning of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The association believes that this move is a step in the right direction towards a more transparent and inclusive approach to modernizing the airport. In a…
Mathira MP Rigathi Gachagua, September 29, 2021. [FILE,Standard. ] Kenya Kwanza’s purge on leaders associated with impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has now extended to the Senate. Nyeri Senator Wahome Wamatinga has now joined the plum Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC), replacing a Gachagua ally John Kinyua of Laikipia. In the changes announced by the Majority…
The government is using technology and innovation to create jobs and tackle the unemployment challenge in the country, President William Ruto has said. The President said Kenya is scaling up investments in innovation to not only position Kenya as a global innovation hub, but also support start up businesses and empower the youth. He said…
Marc Dillard has assumed the role of US ambassador to Kenya in an acting capacity following the resignation of Meg Whitman earlier this month. Dillard, who had been serving as deputy ambassador, announced that he is the Chargé d’Affaires in a video posted on social media on November 27, 2024. Chargé d’Affaires is a diplomat…