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Joyce Kithure urges youth to embrace STEM for Kenya's future

The Second Lady of Kenya Dr Joyce Kithure has called on students to embrace STEM courses, emphasising their role in solving societal challenges and driving economic growth.

Joyce Kithure urges youth to embrace STEM for Kenya's future

Amnesty International calls for human rights focus during Dutch State visit to Kenya

Amnesty International calls for human rights focus during Dutch State visit to Kenya

Ruto aende, alafu? Raila defends Ruto amid public uproar

Ruto aende, alafu? Raila defends Ruto amid public uproar

Geoffrey Monari appointed new HELB CEO

Geoffrey Monari appointed new HELB CEO

Taifa Care will be a success, Health CS Barasa affirms

Health CS Deborah Barasa says pending claims may be due to errors from hospitals, says SHA has settled Sh4 billion claims, so far.

Taifa Care will be a success, Health CS Barasa affirms

Private accommodation being used as drug dens, warns NACADA

NACADA raises alarm over private rental spaces, including Airbnb units, being used as drug dens; urges hosts and property managers to verify guests, flag suspicious activities.

Private accommodation being used as drug dens, warns NACADA

Ida and Rachel hold first meeting a day after UDA-ODM pact

The two leaders called for unity among women and emphasised the need to empower each other while creating opportunities for those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Ida and Rachel hold first meeting a day after UDA-ODM pact

Girls learn taekwondo to protect themselves amid rising GBV cases

In response to the alarming rise in femicide and GBV in Kenya, young girls are being trained in Taekwondo as a self-defense measure to protect themselves.

Girls learn taekwondo to protect themselves amid rising GBV cases

Market our industries, don't just ridicule: CS Kinyanjui tells Gen Z

Trade CS Lee Kinyanjui believes that instead of only calling out the government’s shortcomings, young people should also use their platforms to promote industries and sectors in the country.

Market our industries, don't just ridicule: CS Kinyanjui tells Gen Z

Private hospitals call off SHA boycott after Ruto's directive

Rural and Urban Private Hospitals Association calls off SHA boycott immediately after government pledges to clear NHIF arrears; MAKL services remain suspended.

Private hospitals call off SHA boycott after Ruto's directive

Clinical officers resume strike over unmet demands

Clinical officers protest outside Afya House, Nairobi, over unmet demands, including non-implementation of 2024 return-to-work formula and exclusion of members from SHA

Clinical officers resume strike over unmet demands

CS Mutua: Kenyans to undergo attitude training ahead of abroad postings

Labour Ministry to introduce an ‘attitude training’ program for Kenyans seeking jobs abroad, to ensure they adapt to foreign workplace systems, CS Mutua says.

CS Mutua: Kenyans to undergo attitude training ahead of abroad postings

Mbadi opposes Sh2.6b goodwill payout to ex-councilors

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has stated he will not proceed with his predecessors’ plan to pay Sh2.6 billion ex-gratia to former councilors.

Mbadi opposes Sh2.6b goodwill payout to ex-councilors

Join us or form your party, Millie Odhiambo tells Gen Zs

Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, March 4, Odhiambo emphasised that challenging the status quo from the sidelines is ineffective and that true political change can only be achieved from within.

Join us or form your party, Millie Odhiambo tells Gen Zs

State offered me Sh4 million to impeach Gachagua, Senator Maanzo says

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo claims he was offered a Sh4 million bribe to vote in favor of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.

State offered me Sh4 million to impeach Gachagua, Senator Maanzo says

Tassia fire that razed several houses contained

Fire razes houses in Tassia, Embakasi East; firefighters, authorities at the scene as cause remains unknown.

Tassia fire that razed several houses contained

210 Nairobi National Park acres destroyed in wildfires

All wildfires across the country contained, except at Ruma Nat. Park, at least 210 acres of Nairobi National Park destroyed; Tourism CS Miano says.

210 Nairobi National Park acres destroyed in wildfires

Baba is back: Raila makes political comeback after AUC loss

Speaking at ODM’s 20-year celebrations in Busia on Friday, February 28, Odinga, addressing an electrified crowd that cheered him on, declared: “Baba amerudi!”

Baba is back: Raila makes political comeback after AUC loss

Clinical officers criticise SHA job advert, demand inclusivity

Clinical officers threaten to sue SHA over alleged discrimination in a job advert, demand inclusion alongside surgeons, doctors, and those with PhDs, Masters, and Bachelors.

Clinical officers criticise SHA job advert, demand inclusivity

JSC defies Ombudsman summons, terms them unconstitutional

JSC condemns summonses by CAJ against its members, says action regrettable and undermines the rule of law, vows to seek legal redress.

JSC defies Ombudsman summons, terms them unconstitutional

Health unions oppose government's plan to merge regulatory bodies

Health practitioners oppose government's plan to merge regulatory bodies, warns of bureaucracy, unaccountability, and complex licensing requirements, among other issues.

Health unions oppose government's plan to merge regulatory bodies

Forest fires may continue till mid-march, KFS warns

Kenya Forest Service suspends vegetation burning near forests, warns wildfires may persist until mid-March amid blazes in Mt. Kenya and Aberdare forests.

Forest fires may continue till mid-march, KFS warns

Kenya to settle Sh161b debt by October as Mbadi admits government wastage

Speaking on Spice FM on Thursday, February 27, Mbadi noted that the debt, which accrued from commercial loans (Eurobonds and syndicated loans), is due by October 2025.

Kenya to settle Sh161b debt by October as Mbadi admits government wastage

Are you a single man looking to adopt a child in Kenya? Here's how

However, for single men, there’s a major restriction. “A single man can adopt a child, but only to the extent of a relative,” Okonji adds.

Are you a single man looking to adopt a child in Kenya? Here's how

NACADA to launch initiative to address drug abuse in universities

The initiative will be conduct in a series of regional engagements to bring together all stakeholders in the university education sector.

NACADA to launch initiative to address drug abuse in universities

Explainer: What are unclaimed assets and how do you claim them?

She explains that any account that remains dormant for two years in banks, Saccos, or other financial institutions, where the owner cannot be traced, must be declared unclaimed.

Explainer: What are unclaimed assets and how do you claim them?

When pregnancy turns deadly: Understanding ectopic pregnancy and its risks

Dr Jumba highlights several factors that can lead to an ectopic pregnancy, including the use of emergency contraceptives.

When pregnancy turns deadly: Understanding ectopic pregnancy and its risks

Part of JKIA grassland on fire

Part of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport grassland towards 75 Airport North Road on fire, firefighters and police at the scene, Red Cross confirms

Part of JKIA grassland on fire

Authorities: Fire at JKIA contained, operations unaffected

UPDATE: Fire breakout at JKIA grassland contained, no airport operations affected, Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri says cause unknown.

Authorities: Fire at JKIA contained, operations unaffected

Kindiki, Mudavadi slam Muheria's 'advertising agency' remarks

In response, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi defended the government, emphasising the importance of keeping the public informed about ongoing projects and policies.

Kindiki, Mudavadi slam Muheria's 'advertising agency' remarks

'It's my job to know all parts of Kenya,' Ruto responds to viral road mastery videos

"I fairly know many places. I would tell you the roads in Northern Kenya the way I would tell you the ones in Central, Western, and many parts of the country.…It is the job I applied for,” Ruto said.

'It's my job to know all parts of Kenya,' Ruto responds to viral road mastery videos

Popular Nairobi nightclub under scrutiny after reveler's death

A popular entertainment joint at Ngong Racecourse in Nairobi, is facing scrutiny following the controversial death of a Strathmore University student.

Popular Nairobi nightclub under scrutiny after reveler's death

Besigye remains in custody as court hears plea for his release

Ugandan High Court Judge Douglas Singiza has ruled that opposition leader Kizza Besigye will remain in custody as his legal team continues to push for his release.

Besigye remains in custody as court hears plea for his release

General Muhoozi's poll to decide Besigye's fate elicits reactions

Uganda Chief of Defense Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has sparked concern among netizens with his latest post suggesting that the fate of opposition leader.

General Muhoozi's poll to decide Besigye's fate elicits reactions

'I am not bitter'; Raila speaks after AUC vote loss

Kenya's AUC chair candidate Raila Odinga concedes defeat, says not bitter over loss and is available to offer other services; plans to return home and focus on other matters.

'I am not bitter'; Raila speaks after AUC vote loss

Government doubles miraa prices

Government announces new miraa prices; Grade 1 rises to Sh1,300 per kg from Sh700, Grade 2 to Sh700 from Sh350, and Alele doubles to Sh1,000 per kg.

Government doubles miraa prices

'Come home, Baba,' Kenyans react to Odinga's AUC loss

Djibouti's Foreign Affairs Minister Mahmoud Youssouf wins AUC chairmanship with 33 votes in the seventh round, defeating Kenya's Raila Odinga after at least 4 rounds.

'Come home, Baba,' Kenyans react to Odinga's AUC loss

Fuel prices remain unchanged

Fuel prices remain unchanged in latest EPRA review; petrol to continue retailing at Sh176.58, diesel at Sh167.06 and kerosene at Sh151.39 per litre in Nairobi.

Fuel prices remain unchanged

AUC elections: What we know so far

President William Ruto arrives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for the 38th African Union Summit as AUC chairperson elections set for Saturday, February 15.

AUC elections: What we know so far

North Eastern MPs slam Natembeya, Kalonzo over ID vetting remarks

"What the president has done is remove an unconstitutional practice. The vetting process is one of the most undignified experiences for the people from the North Eastern," says Wajir South MP Adow.

North Eastern MPs slam Natembeya, Kalonzo over ID vetting remarks

The battle for Opposition supremacy: Who will have the last word?

Prof. Macharia Munene argues that Matiang’i’s current backing is largely external, with minimal grassroots support.

The battle for Opposition supremacy: Who will have the last word?

EAC, SADC leaders call for ceasefire in Eastern DRC, plan security measures for Goma

EAC, SADC leaders call for immediate ceasefire in eastern DRC, direct Chiefs of Defence Forces to meet within five days to develop a securitization plan for Goma.

EAC, SADC leaders call for ceasefire in Eastern DRC, plan security measures for Goma

DCI probing mysterious death at KNH

An insider, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the incident occurred in the psychiatric ward and may have involved an attack by another patient.

DCI probing mysterious death at KNH

Kenyans in Netherlands deliver petition seeking reconsideration of Dutch royals' visit

A delegation of Kenyans in the Netherlands has formally submitted a petition urging the Dutch government to reconsider King and Queen's planned visit.

Kenyans in Netherlands deliver petition seeking reconsideration of Dutch royals' visit

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