Kenyan police officers and security personnel take position to protect Parliament as protesters storm the building in Nairobi, Kenya, on June 25. According to data from the Police Reforms Working Group (PRWG), at least 53 deaths occurred on Tuesday following anti-Finance Bill, 2024 protests in Nairobi. Of these fatalities, 23 were recorded between 7 am…
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, was named ‘The World’s Most Improved Airline’ and ranked number one for the Best Economy Class Airline Catering at the 2024 Skytrax World Airline Awards. The event was hosted by Skytrax, the international air transport rating organization, known for its evaluation of the global airline industry. The…
The athletics fraternity in Elgeyo-Marakwet County is over the moon after athletics coach Elkanah Rutto bagged the North Rift Region Tujiamini Gold award. The athletics fraternity in Elgeyo-Marakwet County has a reason to celebrate after athletics coach Elkanah Rutto bagged the North Rift Region Tujiamini Gold award in a collective show of effort by the…
City Hall has committed to covering hospital expenses for injured protesters in county-run hospitals and morgue expenses for twelve bodies. Health Executive Committee Member Susan Silantoi made this announcement as human rights groups suggested that more deaths had gone unreported following the chaotic breach of Parliament during Tuesday’s anti-Finance Bill (2024) protest. Silantoi confirmed that…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it is closely monitoring the situation in Kenya following the nationwide youth-led anti-finance bill protests. In a statement, the IMF affirmed its commitment to helping Kenya overcome its economic challenges. “The IMF is closely monitoring the situation in Kenya. Our main goal in supporting Kenya is to help it…
Former world javelin champion Julius Yego achieved a historic feat at the African Championships following another gold medal but Olympics qualification is still not achieved. Julius Yego won his fifth African title following a dominant throw at the African Championships in Doula, Cameroon but did not get the Olympic qualifying standard. Yego had a throw…
The Ministry of Health’s committee established to ensure a smooth transition to the new Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) has recommended suspending the planned rollout of the system from July 1 due to problems with the digital platform designed for contribution payment and registration. The transition committee of the Social Health Authority (SHA), tasked with…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on Kenyans to call off planned protests and embrace dialogue as he condoled with families of those who lost loved ones in the demonstrations. Mr Gachagua on Wednesday appealed to the young people of Generation Z and others to heed to President William Ruto’s call…
The youth in Africa and Kenya in particular have rarely taken farming as a lifetime venture owing to the misconception that it a preserve of the poor with limited prospect making it big. The stigma associated Farming as a career is so grave that even parents would not encourage their children to take up as…
A look back at Kenya’s 2017 COSAFA Cup journey showcasing emerging talents and strategic plays under coach Adel Amrouche. Seven years ago, Kenya embarked on a memorable campaign at the 2017 COSAFA Cup held in Zambia. Despite an early exit the squad showed flashes of brilliance that underscored their potential in African football. The tournament…
After a day of deadly clashes between protesters opposed to the Finance Bill and anti-riot police on Tuesday, President William Ruto has announced that he will not sign the Finance Bill 2024, finally yielding to widespread public opposition. In a statement read at State House in the company of UDA Members of Parliament, President Ruto…
President William has officially written to the Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula to withdraw the Finance Bill 2024. In a statement on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Ruto expressed his decision to withdraw the bill, saying it was informed by widespread public dissatisfaction with the contents of the bill. “This evening President William Ruto,…
President William Ruto on Wednesday announced the withdrawal of the contentious Finance Bill 2024, a day after violent protests that saw Parliament invaded by those who took part in demonstrations. In doing so, the head of state said he was acting in the best interests of the ordinary citizens given the opposition that greeted the…
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga today presided over the official opening of the new 2NK Karatina branch Nyeri County. Speaking during the function, Kahiga called on more investors to come into the county noting that by opening the branch office, local investors had demonstrated their faith in Nyeri County…
Eliud Kipchoge and Lebron James have tried the new Nike shoes that massage feet and given their take on them before they are launched into the market. World marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge and Lakers star Lebron James have expressed their opinion on the newly unveiled Nike sneakers that allegedly massage a person’s feet. Nike…