TSC re-advertises 1,631 promotion slots for teachers
Teachers Service Commission has re-advertised 1,631 promotional positions for serving teachers, giving educators another chance to compete.
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Ex-Crips leader found guilty in 1996 murder of rapper Tupac Shakur
Former gang boss Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been found guilty of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur – the first conviction in a cold case that has intrigued hip-hop…
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Kenya Finally Apologizes to the World After JKIA Mess
The Kenyan government has apologized for the widespread disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after an aviation workers’ strike caused flight delays and cancellations, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. In a…
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Flight disruptions persist at JKIA as KAWU calls off strike
Several flights have been cancelled as the aviation workers go-slow enters day two at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Passengers have been waiting for hours for updates on their flights, with some travellers having spent…
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Aviation workers call off strike after deal on pay, union dues
The deal also clears the way for fresh negotiations between KAWU and the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) over a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), after the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) withdrew its earlier…
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Kenya Aviation Workers Call Off Strike
The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has called off its ongoing strike following an agreement reached with the government and key aviation sector stakeholders. The return-to-work agreement was signed after a meeting chaired by Cabinet…
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Ruto: Cancer drug prices slashed sevenfold in Pfizer deal
President Ruto said the reduction would, in some cases, bring the cost of a single treatment cycle from as much as Sh1 million to below Sh50,000.
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Mudavadi apologises over JKIA disruption, promises urgent resolution
The government apologised for the disruption of operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), which has left passengers facing delays and disrupted Kenya’s international air connectivity. Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary…
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Huawei has put a 10,400 mAh battery inside a 4.7mm tablet
Huawei’s MatePad Pro 12-inch is 4.7mm thin with a 10,400 mAh battery, thinner and lighter than Apple’s own iPad Pro.
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Apple’s $2,000 foldable without Face ID is a compromise the Ultra name shouldn’t carry
Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra reportedly drops Face ID for a Touch ID button. On a $2,000-plus phone, that’s backwards
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Kenya secures major cancer drug price cuts in Pfizer deal
Kenya has secured a major breakthrough in cancer treatment after signing an agreement with US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer that will significantly reduce the cost of medicines used to treat several cancers. President William Ruto said the…
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Xiaomi debuts LPDDR6 with CXMT outpacing Samsung and SK Hynix
Chinese memory maker CXMT has begun LPDDR6 mass production ahead of Samsung and SK Hynix, with Xiaomi 18 Fold first.
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Britam holdings reports 52% tise in pre-tax profit to Shs3.8Billion
Nairobi, August — Britam Holdings Plc reported a 52% increase in profit before tax for the six months ended June 30, providing a solid start to its ASCEND 2026-2030 strategy as underwriting revenue and investment income grew. Pre-tax…
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Govt apologises over JKIA disruption as Mudavadi says talks to end aviation strike continue
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 31— The government has apologised for the disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) as an aviation workers’ strike entered its second day, saying urgent talks were…
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Maraga taskforce called for return of old police uniform, report reveals
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has released the full report of the National Taskforce on Police Reforms, nearly three years after it was submitted to President William Ruto on November 16, 2023. The report reveals the service to the…
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Cancer drug prices set to drop as Kenya seals deal with Pfizer
Cancer patients in Kenya are set to benefit from significantly lower medicine costs following an agreement between the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) and US pharmaceutical company Pfizer. In a statement on X, President William…
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Govt moves to shield schools, national exams from looming El Niño disruption
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 31 — The government is stepping up preparations to protect learners, teachers and schools from disruptions as Kenya braces for a potentially strong El Niño weather event…
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KUSCCO officially placed under liquidation after registration is cancelled
The Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO) Limited has officially been placed under liquidation following the cancellation of its registration by the Commissioner for Co-operative Development. The decision was announced…
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Nairobi county races to clear drains ahead of anticipated El Niño rains
The weekly operation, running from August 31 to September 6, is targeting some of the city’s busiest and most congested areas, including Gikomba, Muthurwa, Wakulima, Korogocho, Kangemi and Toi markets.
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Tim Cook leaves Apple today, and this is the fifteen-year record
Tim Cook leaves Apple’s top job today after fifteen years. The supply chain, the FBI letter, and Apple Silicon.
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Human rights defender calls for action against goonism
A Kericho-based human rights defender has raised concern over the growing use of goons to disrupt public gatherings and intimidate citizens, warning that the trend threatens Kenya’s democratic space and respect for human rights. In an…
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Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging: Applications, Benefits, and Future Trends
Musculoskeletal disorders affect millions of people worldwide, ranging from acute sports injuries and tendon tears to chronic conditions such as arthritis and repetitive strain injuries. Accurate imaging plays a critical role in diagnosing…
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Muhanda calls for urgent action to end nurses’ strike
Kakamega Woman Representative Elsie Muhanda has called on the Council of Governors to move with speed to resolve the nationwide nurses’ strike, saying the ongoing industrial action is disrupting access to essential healthcare services.…
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Flights disrupted for second day as Transport Ministry stays silent on aviation strike
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 31 — Kenya’s aviation strike entered its second day on Monday, with hundreds of passengers facing delays and cancellations as the Ministry of Roads and Transport remained…
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