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Kenya pleads for mercy as Margaret Nduta set for execution in Vietnam

Kenya has asked Vietnam to halt the execution of Margaret Nduta Macharia, a Kenyan woman sentenced to death for drug trafficking, as diplomatic efforts for reprieve continue.

Kenya pleads for mercy as Margaret Nduta set for execution in Vietnam

Sh1.7 billion project backs local fight against land degradation

Sh1.7 billion project backs local fight against land degradation

Kenyan engineers push AI frontier with global partnerships

Kenyan engineers push AI frontier with global partnerships

Doctors, civil servants to hold mass protest over salaries, medical cover

Doctors, civil servants to hold mass protest over salaries, medical cover

Kenya pushes for tougher global drug controls at Vienna summit

Kenya has called for enhanced global collaboration in tackling the misuse of controlled substances, urging further evaluation of drugs posing public health risks.

Kenya pushes for tougher global drug controls at Vienna summit

New Mbogolo Bridge to close for two weeks for completion

KeNHA will close the New Mbogolo Bridge along the Mombasa-Mtwapa-Kilifi road from Tuesday, March 18, at midnight until Tuesday, April 1, at midnight to allow for completion works.

New Mbogolo Bridge to close for two weeks for completion

IGAD urges restraint as South Sudan crisis escalates

IGAD has called for immediate de-escalation in South Sudan following renewed violence in Nasir, Upper Nile State, that has left scores dead and threatens the country’s fragile peace process.

IGAD urges restraint as South Sudan crisis escalates

New insurance plan shields Kenyan migrant workers as Labour reforms take shape

Every year, dozens of Kenyan migrant workers die or get stranded abroad with no structured way to return home.

New insurance plan shields Kenyan migrant workers as Labour reforms take shape

UDA extends registration for grassroots elections, adjusts poll dates in six counties

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has extended candidate registration for its Phase II grassroots elections to 21st March, pushing the deadline by a week.

UDA extends registration for grassroots elections, adjusts poll dates in six counties

Cabinet approves Bomas convention complex, key infrastructure projects

The government has approved the construction of the Bomas International Convention Complex, with work set to begin in two weeks.

Cabinet approves Bomas convention complex, key infrastructure projects

PCEA cleric ordered to pay Sh8 million as guarantors get reprieve

The Cooperative Tribunal has ordered PCEA elder David Nderitu Ndumo to repay a Sh8 million loan he took from Sheria SACCO more than five years ago, providing relief to his guarantors.

PCEA cleric ordered to pay Sh8 million as guarantors get reprieve

China's AI rise reshapes Africa's tech future amid global rivalry

China’s rapid advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are shifting the global tech landscape, with Africa emerging as a key player in this evolving dynamic.

China's AI rise reshapes Africa's tech future amid global rivalry

Ruto made the first move, not me, Raila defends cooperation

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has defended his decision to cooperate with President William Ruto, insisting that it was Ruto who approached him to help stabilise the country.

Ruto made the first move, not me, Raila defends cooperation

Kenya pushes for gender-sensitive drug policies at global forum

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to gender-sensitive drug policies, advocating for inclusive interventions that address the distinct challenges faced by men and women.

Kenya pushes for gender-sensitive drug policies at global forum

Sonko recognised for humanitarian work in East Africa

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has been recognised as the East African Humanitarian Personality of the Year for his support to vulnerable groups.

Sonko recognised for humanitarian work in East Africa

Karua urges women engineers to lead in policy and governance

Women engineers must take leadership roles and actively shape Kenya’s development by ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making, Martha Karua has said.

Karua urges women engineers to lead in policy and governance

Government dismisses claims Bomas of Kenya has been sold

The government has dismissed claims by Rigathi Gachagua that Bomas of Kenya has been sold to a Turkish national.

Government dismisses claims Bomas of Kenya has been sold

Millers reject claims of sidelining local wheat farmers

The Cereal Millers Association (CMA) has refuted claims that millers are prioritising wheat imports over locally produced wheat, saying the accusations are misleading and unfounded.

Millers reject claims of sidelining local wheat farmers

Protesters storm Jesus Winner Ministry over Ruto donation

Police on Sunday fired teargas to disperse protesters at Jesus Winner Ministry Church in Roysambu, where they had gathered to oppose President William Ruto’s Sh20 million donation to the church.

Protesters storm Jesus Winner Ministry over Ruto donation

KUCCPS opens applications for 13,823 public TTC slots for September intake

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened applications for 13,823 slots in public teacher training colleges (TTCs) for the September intake.

KUCCPS opens applications for 13,823 public TTC slots for September intake

Government to settle NHIF debts, prioritise small hospitals

Government will settle outstanding debts owed by the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund to healthcare providers, prioritising hospitals with claims of Sh10 million and below.

Government to settle NHIF debts, prioritise small hospitals

Nairobi leaders seek accountability on disaster management funds

Nairobi County leaders have demanded transparency from Governor Johnson Sakaja’s administration over the use of disaster management funds.

Nairobi leaders seek accountability on disaster management funds

Women volunteers rewrite history through digital knowledge campaigns

Women across Africa are driving efforts to close the gender gap in online information, with volunteers creating and translating content to amplify women’s stories.

Women volunteers rewrite history through digital knowledge campaigns

KMPDU, civil servants threaten strike over medical cover dispute

Civil servants have threatened to stage a nationwide strike from Monday, March 18, if the government fails to resolve the ongoing medical cover dispute linked to the Public Officers Medical Fund.

KMPDU, civil servants threaten strike over medical cover dispute

Kisii records 61 cases of diarrhoea linked to contaminated water

The Ministry of Health has reported an outbreak of an illness presenting with diarrhoea, fever, abdominal pain and headaches in South Mugirango, Kisii County, with 61 cases identified.

Kisii records 61 cases of diarrhoea linked to contaminated water

Kenya plans largest livestock vaccination campaign to boost exports

The government plans to vaccinate 22 million cattle and 50 million goats and sheep in a nationwide campaign aimed at opening global markets and boosting the livestock sector.

Kenya plans largest livestock vaccination campaign to boost exports

KNCHR decries killings, abductions in security crackdown in Isiolo, Marsabit

KNCHR has condemned human rights violations allegedly committed during the ongoing 'Operation Ondoa Jangili' security crackdown in Isiolo and Marsabit counties.

KNCHR decries killings, abductions in security crackdown in Isiolo, Marsabit

64 Kenyans rescued from scam compounds in Myanmar to return home

The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has confirmed that 64 Kenyans, rescued from scam compounds in Myanmar, are set to return home after crossing into Thailand.

64 Kenyans rescued from scam compounds in Myanmar to return home

Mutahi Kagwe: NCPB to mop up wheat stock, payments to farmers within 30 days

The National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) will collect 321,000 bags of wheat from farmers starting Tuesday, March 4, to address a market crisis that left farmers stranded with stock.

Mutahi Kagwe: NCPB to mop up wheat stock, payments to farmers within 30 days

Kindiki: Diaspora remittances now Kenya's top foreign exchange earner

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says diaspora remittances have overtaken tea and horticulture as Kenya's top foreign exchange earner.

Kindiki: Diaspora remittances now Kenya's top foreign exchange earner

National Water inks deal to restore river flow in flood-hit areas

National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority has signed a framework aimed at enhancing flood control through desilting of dams and dredging of rivers prone to floods.

National Water inks deal to restore river flow in flood-hit areas

Revealed: Phone call that forced Sakaja to apologise over garbage dispute

President William Ruto has revealed a phone call that forced Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja to apologise over the dispute between the Nairobi City County and Kenya Power.

Revealed: Phone call that forced Sakaja to apologise over garbage dispute

Kenya's smart appliances market set to double by 2029 on rising demand

Kenyan households are increasingly adopting smart home appliances, driven by demand for convenience, energy efficiency and connected living, with the market projected to more than double by 2029.

Kenya's smart appliances market set to double by 2029 on rising demand

SACCO leaders explore risk management strategies amid economic shifts

Savings and credit cooperative societies have been urged to adopt innovation and strengthen collaborations to navigate economic uncertainties affecting the sector.

SACCO leaders explore risk management strategies amid economic shifts

Wanjigi hires US lobby firm for 2027 presidential bid

Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has hired U.S. lobby firm Arsenal Government and Public Affairs Group to support his 2027 presidential bid, a source close to his secretariat has revealed.

Wanjigi hires US lobby firm for 2027 presidential bid

Banks close gap with mobile money wallets as Kenyans shift to mobile apps

Banks are closing the gap with mobile money wallets in Kenya's payments market, a surprise shift in a sector long dominated by mobile money, a new survey shows.

Banks close gap with mobile money wallets as Kenyans shift to mobile apps

Todonyang massacre: Bodies of two Kenyans recovered as search intensifies

Two bodies have been recovered in the search for missing Kenyans following a cross-border attack in Todonyang along the Kenya-Ethiopia border.

Todonyang massacre: Bodies of two Kenyans recovered as search intensifies

Kenya Airways suspends flights to Mauritius after cyclone warning

Kenya Airways has temporarily suspended flights to Mauritius after the closure of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport following a government cyclone warning.

Kenya Airways suspends flights to Mauritius after cyclone warning

Macadamia harvesting to begin March 1 as export ban extended

The Government has extended the raw in-shell macadamia export ban as harvesting begins on March 1.

Macadamia harvesting to begin March 1 as export ban extended

Todonyang attack: Kenya, Ethiopia launch search for missing fishermen

Kenyan and Ethiopian authorities have launched a joint search and rescue operation for missing fishermen and 15 boats following a cross-border attack in Todonyang, Turkana County.

Todonyang attack: Kenya, Ethiopia launch search for missing fishermen

Ogamba: State needs Sh100b for universities as admissions hit record high

The government is grappling with how to finance the highest-ever number of university qualifiers as concerns mount over the sustainability of the student-centred Funding Model.

Ogamba: State needs Sh100b for universities as admissions hit record high

CA warns against fibre optic infrastructure disruptions after City Hall crackdown

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has warned against disruptions to fibre optic infrastructure after Nairobi County removed cables in an ongoing dispute with Kenya Power over wayleave fees.

CA warns against fibre optic infrastructure disruptions after City Hall crackdown

Health ministry dismisses RUPHA's Sh30 billion claim, pledges NHIF bill reconciliation

The Ministry of Health has dismissed a claim by the Rural & Urban Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (RUPHA) that the government owes hospitals Sh30 billion in unpaid bills.

Health ministry dismisses RUPHA's Sh30 billion claim, pledges NHIF bill reconciliation

NEMA steps in as Kenya Power, Nairobi City County feud escalates

NEMA directs Nairobi City County to remove garbage dumped outside Stima Plaza, the headquarters of Kenya Power Company, following an ongoing dispute over unpaid bills.

NEMA steps in as Kenya Power, Nairobi City County feud escalates

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