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Farmers urged to deliver quality macadamia nuts, reject low prices

Macadamia farmers urged to deliver mature, high-quality nuts to collection centers nationwide as harvesting underway, MACNUT warns against accepting payments below Sh100 per kg.

Farmers urged to deliver quality macadamia nuts, reject low prices

List: 15 unauthorised universities and colleges operating in Kenya

List: 15 unauthorised universities and colleges operating in Kenya

Ndindi Nyoro out, Samuel Atandi in as new Budget Committee chair

Ndindi Nyoro out, Samuel Atandi in as new Budget Committee chair

Love for family, golf, and law: How Chebukati's children remember him

Love for family, golf, and law: How Chebukati's children remember him

Ruto: Sabata Secondary school to be renamed after Chebukati

Sabata Secondary School in Kiminini, Trans Nzoia, to be renamed after ex-IEBC Chair Wafula Chebukati; 15 additional classrooms built, President Ruto announces.

Ruto: Sabata Secondary school to be renamed after Chebukati

Ruto, Raila sign political pact to work together

President Ruto, ex-PM Odinga sign political pact at KICC, Nairobi, that establishes collaboration framework between UDA and ODM; agree to implement NADCO report

Ruto, Raila sign political pact to work together

February inflation rate rises to 3.5 per cent

Inflation rate rises to 3.5 per cent in February from 3.3 per cent in January, driven by higher food, electricity, and water prices, KNBS says.

February inflation rate rises to 3.5 per cent

'We're no pushovers!' Kindiki fires back at critics

Kindiki accused unnamed individuals of trying to provoke him into public outbursts.

'We're no pushovers!' Kindiki fires back at critics

Rwanda condemns UK for sanctions, aid suspension

Rwanda criticises the UK for pausing bilateral aid and imposing sanctions over its role in DRC conflict, says it's unreasonable to expect compromises on its national security.

Rwanda condemns UK for sanctions, aid suspension

How many more diplomatic blunders until Kenya gets it right?

It has been an exasperating week to be Kenyan—at least for those who care about diplomacy and foreign policy. One diplomatic misstep after another has left many wondering: When will it stop?

How many more diplomatic blunders until Kenya gets it right?

US State Secretary Rubio, Ruto call for ceasefire in DRC

DRC crisis: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Ruto call for an immediate ceasefire, say there's no military solution to the conflict.

US State Secretary Rubio, Ruto call for ceasefire in DRC

Former IEBC Chair Wafula Chebukati is dead

Former IEBC Chairperson Wafula Chebukati dies in Nairobi after a long illness, family confirms; he was 63.

Former IEBC Chair Wafula Chebukati is dead

'Good luck, buddy,' Ruto tells Raila ahead of AUC vote

AUC vote: President Ruto, Raila Odinga, and several delegates arrive at AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, ahead of the polls set to begin at 11 am.

'Good luck, buddy,' Ruto tells Raila ahead of AUC vote

I apologise, says Moussa Faki as he exits tough AUC role

Outgoing AUC chairperson Moussa Faki apologises for ‘missed opportunities and mistakes’ during his 8-year tenure, marked by coups and conflicts across Africa.

I apologise, says Moussa Faki as he exits tough AUC role

Angola President Lourenco is new AU chairperson

Angola President Joao Lourenco takes over AU chairmanship for one term, suceeding Mauritania’s Cheikh El Ghazouani.

Angola President Lourenco is new AU chairperson

DRC conflict can't be resolved militarily, says Ruto at joint summit

DRC crisis: President Ruto acknowledges involvement of external actors with differing interests, says conflict cannot be resolved militarily; urges Congolese government to cooperate.

DRC conflict can't be resolved militarily, says Ruto at joint summit

Kithure Kindiki: 100 days in

From the outset, Kindiki’s mission was clear: restore public trust, mend political fractures, and reassure the Mt. Kenya region of its place in government.

Kithure Kindiki: 100 days in

Abductions, killings are State-sponsored, claims Kalonzo

Abductions: Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka calls for a commission of inquiry into extrajudicial killings, alleges they are ‘State-sponsored.’

Abductions, killings are State-sponsored, claims Kalonzo

Guinea Bissau President Embalo backs Odinga’s AUC bid

President Ruto announces plans to engage Transport Ministry and KQ to expand route connectivity between Kenya and Guinea Bissau, to ease movement of people, goods.

Guinea Bissau President Embalo backs Odinga’s AUC bid

I was abducted, not arrested, Grace Mulei details ordeal with police

Grace Mulei, a patient arrested for ‘causing disturbance’ at Health Ministry offices, freed on Sh10,000 cash bail; lawyers condemn the arrest as arbitrary.

I was abducted, not arrested, Grace Mulei details ordeal with police

Pharmacy Board warns against sale, import of unregistered products

Pharmacy and Poisons Board warns stakeholders against trading, importing or handling any unregistered products; non-compliant facilities will face license revocation.

Pharmacy Board warns against sale, import of unregistered products

ODM's Timothy Bosire rejects Ruto's NTSA offer

ODM Treasurer Timothy Bosire rejects President William Ruto's job as NTSA chair, says he was not consulted prior to appointment.

ODM's Timothy Bosire rejects Ruto's NTSA offer

Kenya's Haiti mission could receive more US support

U.S. State Secretary nominee Marco Rubio suggested that the U.S. may increase its backing for the mission, though questions about its long-term commitment remain under the Trump administration.

Kenya's Haiti mission could receive more US support

Kenyan lawyer and rights activist Judy Thongori is dead

Kenyan lawyer and rights activist Judy Thongori dies in India after a short illness, family says; she sued govt over failure to meet 30pc women representation.

By 2 months ago

Kenyan lawyer and rights activist Judy Thongori is dead

Ruto departs for one-day official visit to Kampala

Pres. Ruto leaves for a one-day official visit to Uganda to attend the AU Extraordinary Summit on agricultural development; focus on AU reforms, food security talks.

By 2 months ago

Ruto departs for one-day official visit to Kampala

Former CS Karanja faces tough questions on brief stint at Agriculture ministry

Karanja acknowledged shortcomings in communication during his tenure, noting that clear messaging is a priority for President William Ruto’s administration.

By 2 months ago

Former CS Karanja faces tough questions on brief stint at Agriculture ministry

War on illicit liquor: Gachagua asked to back claims of targeting Mt Kenya youth

Interior PS Omollo challenges Gachagua to provide evidence to back claims that the government is targeting Mt Kenya residents with illicit alcohol, asks him to file an official complaint.

By 2 months ago

War on illicit liquor: Gachagua asked to back claims of targeting Mt Kenya youth

Ruto nominates former PS Kimonye, ex-IEBC commissioner Molu to PSC

President Ruto nominates Mary Kimonye as PSC Vice-chairperson, ex-IEBC commissioner Boya Molu, Francis Meja, and five others as members pending vetting and approval.

By 2 months ago

Ruto nominates former PS Kimonye, ex-IEBC commissioner Molu to PSC

KQ suspends flights to Comoros and Mayotte amid cyclone Chido threat

Kenya Airways suspends flights into Comoros and Mayotte islands, until Monday, Dec 16, due to poor weather conditions as tropical cyclone Chido approaches.

By 3 months ago

KQ suspends flights to Comoros and Mayotte amid cyclone Chido threat

Inside Ruto's phone call with Donald Trump

Top of the agenda was the Kenya-led peacekeeping mission in Haiti, which Ruto has championed for months.

By 4 months ago

Inside Ruto's phone call with Donald Trump

In pictures: Kenyans gather at KICC for Kindiki's swearing-in

Security heightened ahead of Kithure Kindiki's swearing-in as deputy president at KICC, Nairobi; he is set to take oath from 10 am.

By 4 months ago

In pictures: Kenyans gather at KICC for Kindiki's swearing-in

All 108 staff in Deputy President's office sent on leave

Gachagua impeachment: All 108 staff in the office of Deputy President ordered to proceed on immediate compulsory leave, amid constitutional process.

By 4 months ago

All 108 staff in Deputy President's office sent on leave

Fact-check: What we know about Kindiki's swearing-in

Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi sluggish, no official government function taking place despite claims of DP-Elect Kindiki's swearing-in; courts have temporarily barred the process.

By 4 months ago

Fact-check: What we know about Kindiki's swearing-in

Kithure Kindiki: The man, the myth, the next deputy president?

Leading the list of potential successors is Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki.

By 4 months ago

Kithure Kindiki: The man, the myth, the next deputy president?

Timeline of Gachagua impeachment trial, day 2

The trial continues to draw intense public interest, with the Deputy President expected to present witnesses in his defense.

By 4 months ago

Timeline of Gachagua impeachment trial, day 2

DP Gachagua suffering severe chest pains, says Muite

DP Gachagua is suffering intense chest pains and is admitted to Karen Hospital in Nairobi; his doctors recommend full rest, lead counsel Paul Muite confirms.

By 4 months ago

DP Gachagua suffering severe chest pains, says Muite

Kindiki, Waiguru top preferred Gachagua successors

20 per cent of Kenyans favor Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as the preferred successor.

By 5 months ago

Kindiki, Waiguru top preferred Gachagua successors

Tana River Governor Dhado, MP Hiribae arrested over clan clashes

Tana River Governor Dhado Godana and Galole MP Said Hiribae are being questioned at the DCI headquarters on Kiambu Road.

By 5 months ago

Tana River Governor Dhado, MP Hiribae arrested over clan clashes

Public participation in Gachagua's impeachment to continue tomorrow

National Assembly Clerk extends public participation in DP Gachagua’s impeachment motion to Saturday, October 5.

By 5 months ago

Public participation in Gachagua's impeachment to continue tomorrow

List: The 291 MPs backing Gachagua's impeachment motion

291 MPs including Kimani Ichungwah, Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi, and Murang’a Woman Rep Betty Maina are supporting DP Gachagua's impeachment motion.

By 5 months ago

List: The 291 MPs backing Gachagua's impeachment motion

A game for all: Inside Switzerland push for gender parity in football

A study published in the University of Bern journal in 2023 found that, to date, many male-dominated sports still see lower participation rates among girls and women.

By 5 months ago

A game for all: Inside Switzerland push for gender parity in football

Skyward Express suspends all flights to Kakamega over runaway's 'poor' state

Skyward Express suspends all flights to and from Kakamega effective Monday, September 30, cites safety concerns owing to a poor state of the county’s airstrip.

By 5 months ago

Skyward Express suspends all flights to Kakamega over runaway's 'poor' state

Church denies rumours of Cardinal John Njue's death

His Eminence John Cardinal Njue is alive and well, Nairobi Auxiliary Bishop Rev. Wallace Ng’ang’a says following rumours of his death.

By 5 months ago

Church denies rumours of Cardinal John Njue's death

Traffic near Syokimau Railway Station to be disrupted for one month

Traffic to be disrupted on Mombasa Road near Syokimau Railway station for one month, from Friday, Sept 20 to Tuesday, Oct 22 to allow for road realignment and construction of a footbridge.

By 6 months ago

Traffic near Syokimau Railway Station to be disrupted for one month

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