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Why Kenya Kwanza administration is showing signs of intolerance
The Kenya Kwanza government is increasingly becoming politically intolerant as political commentators express fear of an authoritarian regime out to silence the Opposition.
By 2 days ago
Why Kenya Kwanza administration is showing signs of intolerance
Ruto vows to protect right to free education
President William Ruto has moved to quell public disquiet over the status of education funding, assuring Kenyans that every child will be given an opportunity to learn.
By 3 days ago
Ruto vows to protect right to free education
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How Railways land was allocated to developers
KRC losing millions annually in unpaid rent after illegal land allocations. Auditor General blames defunct local authorities and Commissioner of Land.
By 7 days ago
How Railways land was allocated to developers
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Why frustrated Kenyans cannot recall MPs
IEBC Secretary Marjan Marjan says there is no clear recall law after key Elections Act sections were declared illegal. Electoral body says it has so far received four petitions.
By 8 days ago
Why frustrated Kenyans cannot recall MPs
Wandayi explains rising fuel prices despite G-to-G deal
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi says high taxation is to blame for high fuel prices compared to other EA countries.
By 8 days ago
Wandayi explains rising fuel prices despite G-to-G deal
State's Sh2b fertiliser insurance programme to cushion over 250,000 farmers
At least 250,000 smallholder crop farmers are set to benefit from a fertiliser insurance programme aimed at cushioning them from climate-related risks.
By 9 days ago
State's Sh2b fertiliser insurance programme to cushion over 250,000 farmers
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Why the DCI has gone rogue
When he was deputy president, William Ruto accused the DCI of being weaponized for political gain. Now as President, the same unit is being accused openly targeting his opponents
By 10 days ago
Why the DCI has gone rogue
CA on spot again for switching off live broadcast
The Committee's vice chairman Caleb Amisi said that switching off live stream could cause further speculation, tension and anarchy in the country.
By 13 days ago
CA on spot again for switching off live broadcast
MPs grill Equalisation Fund board over mandate, projects
MPs accused the Fund of misdirecting billions meant for marginalised areas.
By 13 days ago
MPs grill Equalisation Fund board over mandate, projects
CA grilled over Telkom Kenya's Sh3.1B debt and shareholding
CA was on Wednesday put on the spot to explain the longstanding debt it is owed by Telkom Kenya, in addition to providing its shareholding status.
By 13 days ago
CA grilled over Telkom Kenya's Sh3.1B debt and shareholding
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'Toothless' NCIC blames funding shortfall for its weak bite on hate
Today, they are facing accusations of failing to effectively deal with politicians spreading hate each passing day.
By 14 days ago
'Toothless' NCIC blames funding shortfall for its weak bite on hate
HELB deficit locks out 160,000 from funding
HELB cash crunch leaves 160,000 students stranded, risking dropouts, campus unrest. Loans board warns lack of Sh49b could collapse higher education and human capital.
By 15 days ago
HELB deficit locks out 160,000 from funding
Vote theft: IEBC warns against reckless rhetoric as political tempers flare
The opposition is vowing to unseat President William Ruto while on the other, the Kenya Kwanza administration has asserted its firm grip on government even after the next election. 
By 16 days ago
Vote theft: IEBC warns against reckless rhetoric as political tempers flare
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Lawmakers quiz delays in multi billion-shilling Nyota jobs project
A parliamentary committee has cast doubt on the rollout of a countrywide job creation project following its lengthy delay despite drawing over one million applicants.
By 20 days ago
Lawmakers quiz delays in multi billion-shilling Nyota jobs project
39,017 registered teachers not on TSC payroll
At least 39,017 registered teachers are aged 45 and above but are not yet employed by the Teachers Service Commission.
By 21 days ago
39,017 registered teachers not on TSC payroll
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Passaris bows to pressure, shelves 'protests' Bill
Just about a week after presenting her proposals on the Public Order (Amendment) Bill 2025, Nairobi Woman MP Esther Passaris has shelved it, at least for the moment.
By 22 days ago
Passaris bows to pressure, shelves 'protests' Bill
Opposition skips streets, opts for virtual solidarity
No entry! That was what Kenyans woke up to on Monday morning as the Government barricaded almost all the entry points to the Nairobi CBD.
By 23 days ago
Opposition skips streets, opts for virtual solidarity
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Raila: This is my roadmap out of the mounting youth revolt crisis
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Monday unveiled a raft of proposals aimed at addressing the country’s growing political and socio-economic challenges.
By 23 days ago
Raila: This is my roadmap out of the mounting youth revolt crisis
Anger as Passaris seeks to keep public away from Parliament
Bill proposes a 100-meter no-protest zone around Parliament, the symbol of democracy. Critics have termed the move an infringement on people's rights and unconstitutional.
By 28 days ago
Anger as Passaris seeks to keep public away from Parliament
Bill sets timeline for stateless persons to apply for citizenship
Owen Baya’s Bill proposes stateless persons residing seven years to apply citizenship.The Bill also aims to grant citizenship to children of stateless parents.
By 28 days ago
Bill sets timeline for stateless persons to apply for citizenship
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Passaris proposes measures to manage future protests
Nairobi Woman Rep proposes designated protest zones to curb damage during demonstrations.
By 29 days ago
Passaris proposes measures to manage future protests
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MPs query KenGen spending on feasibility studies
KenGen is on the spot over Sh370 million it spent on feasibility studies, some conducted without the necessary approval from the Ministry of Energy.
By 29 days ago
MPs query KenGen spending on feasibility studies
Bill proposes age limit for Inspector General of police
Future Inspector General and Deputy Inspector Generals (DIGs) may not serve beyond the age of 60, should a new amendment seeking to introduce age limit sail through
By 29 days ago
Bill proposes age limit for Inspector General of police
Kalonzo: I will not jump ship and join Ruto
Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed claims that he is in talks with allies of President William Ruto with the intention of joining the government.
By 30 days ago
Kalonzo: I will not jump ship and join Ruto
Amin denies holding the missing blogger, labels him 'wanted'
DCI boss Mohammed Amin has said the National Police Service is not holding activist Ndiangui Kinyagia, who has been missing for 11 days now, and they are also looking for him.
By 30 days ago
Amin denies holding the missing blogger, labels him 'wanted'
Gachagua lashes out at Murkomen, dares their arrest
Former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua has absolved himself from blame that he funded goons to infiltrate Gen Z protests.
By 1 month ago
Gachagua lashes out at Murkomen, dares their arrest
Maraga keeps his word to 'walk with Gen Z' as he builds 2027 momentum
Retired Chief Justice David Maraga joined leaders in the streets supporting the Gen Z anniversary of the June 25, 2024 bloody encounter at the Parliament Buildings.
By 1 month ago
Maraga keeps his word to 'walk with Gen Z' as he builds 2027 momentum
Sh34.1 billion deal to boost food security, rural livelihoods
Kenya has signed an agreement with the International Fund for Agricultural Development worth Sh34.1 billion (US$262.6 million) to implement the Integrated Natural Resources Management Programme.
By 1 month ago
Sh34.1 billion deal to boost food security, rural livelihoods
State cracks down on harmful pesticides, bans 77 products
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has now banned 77 harmful pesticides, citing safety concerns.
By 1 month ago
State cracks down on harmful pesticides, bans 77 products
Kuria says consensus building to define 2027 polls
Former Cabinet Secretary, Moses Kuria has now likened the 2027 General Election to that of 2002, saying it will be more about consensus building.
By 1 month ago
Kuria says consensus building to define 2027 polls
Review hardship allowance for teachers, MPs say
Lawmakers say unfair allowances are fueling mass teacher attrition in rural counties as TSC, while acknowledging the disparities and maintains it only implements SRC advisories.
By 1 month ago
Review hardship allowance for teachers, MPs say
Gov't clarifies hustler fund allocation amid audit queries
The government has clarified that the Hustler Fund was allocated Sh20.2 billion, with a portion designated for lending and the rest set aside for asset counterpart funding.
By 1 month ago
Gov't clarifies hustler fund allocation amid audit queries
MPs demand action on aging teachers left jobless for years
MPs have asked TSC to compile data on registered teachers aged 45 and above who are yet to be formally employed.
By 1 month ago
MPs demand action on aging teachers left jobless for years
Hustler Fund hit by Sh8billion gap, PS blames 'procedural gaps'
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu questions how Sh8b was spent without proper request or accountability.
By 1 month ago
Hustler Fund hit by Sh8billion gap, PS blames 'procedural gaps'
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Gachagua credits survival to State insider network
The former Deputy President claims he receives insider tips from the NIS revealing government schemes targeting him.
By 1 month ago
Gachagua credits survival to State insider network
Union escalates Moi varsity crisis to Parliament
They accuse the institution’s management of ignoring audit directives, misusing public funds, and deploying flawed systems.
By 1 month ago
Union escalates Moi varsity crisis to Parliament
MPs back new police reforms amid public outcry over brutality
Ichung’wah supported the need for police culpability but cautioned against the blanket condemnation of the entire force.
By 1 month ago
MPs back new police reforms amid public outcry over brutality
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Auditor flags schools' capitation transfers
The Auditor General has raised concerns over unverified school capitation for the financial year ending June 30, 2023.
By 1 month ago
Auditor flags schools' capitation transfers
Duale: I will not take blame for illegalities in organ transplant report
 The CS was expected to present findings into alleged breaches in kidney transplants at Mediheal Group of Hospitals to the Health Committee.
By 1 month ago
Duale: I will not take blame for illegalities in organ transplant report
Raila's AU campaigns used Sh218 million in 2 weeks
The Foreign Affairs Ministry sought Sh523.8 million to support former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s campaign, as he ran for the African Union Commission Chairperson.
By 1 month ago
Raila's AU campaigns used Sh218 million in 2 weeks