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The national government has launched the construction of the 60th Huduma Centre at Shaviringa in Tiriki East Sub County, in a move aimed at enhancing access to government services for residents of Vihiga County and neighbouring areas. The…
Kenya’s e-Citizen platform is impressive by regional standards. Over 22,000 government services, 14 million registered users, and somewhere between KES 750 million and KES 1 billion flowing through it every single day. The platform handles…
Kenyan peacekeepers deployed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have continued with security operations despite an Ebola outbreak in the region, combining military operations with strict public health measures to protect both…
The government has announced significant progress in the construction of the long-delayed Dhogoye Bridge in Usenge, Siaya County, saying the project is expected to restore a critical transport link between Siaya and Busia counties while…
The High Court has ordered that members of the media be excluded from proceedings in the trial of eight suspects accused in connection with the deaths of 16 students in the Utumishi Girls’ fire incident. The court issued its ruling on June…
The Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) has paid out Sh390.8 million to policyholders and claimants affected by the collapse of insurance companies, as it begins processing compensation claims for customers of Trident Insurance Company…
Murang’a public servants have been sensitized to the enhanced benefits available to them under the newly established Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF) within the Social Health Authority (SHA). The exercise, which brought together…
The government has launched a three-day Information and Communication Technology (ICT) integration training programme for 459 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers in Marsabit County as part of efforts to strengthen teachers’ digital…
Media personality and journalist Janet Mbugua is returning to television screens after a hiatus, this time as the host of NTV’s new show named Healthy Nation. In an announcement on June 26, the show will be themed “Your Health, Your…
The government has intensified efforts to position Kenya as a leading global tourism destination, with a target of attracting at least five million international tourists this year. Tourism Principal Secretary Prof. Julius Bitok, who also…
When Uganda’s Consul General in Mombasa declared that the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) linking Kenya and Uganda would cement the Port of Mombasa’s role as East Africa’s leading trade gateway, the remarks were easy to dismiss as diplomatic…
National Government Administration Officers (NGAO) in Vihiga County have been directed to intensify the fight against illicit brew and drug abuse to protect the lives and future of Kenyans. Speaking at Kaimosi Friends University during a…
The government has announced progress in the construction of the Sh2.5 billion Dhogoye Bridge in Usenge, Siaya County, saying the project will improve transport connectivity and boost trade between Siaya and Busia counties once completed.…
Kenyans travelling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under specific residency conditions will now be able to obtain visas on arrival following a new initiative aimed at easing travel and strengthening economic ties. In a statement on…
The 2027 General Election will be one of the most consequential moments in Kenya’s democratic journey since the 2010 Constitution. Every election cycle gives citizens a chance to take stock of the nation’s progress, identify unfulfilled…
Two suspected drug traffickers have been arrested in Kilifi County following an intelligence-led police operation that resulted in the seizure of a large consignment of bhang. The National Police Service (NPS) said the suspects were…
The construction of the long-awaited Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension will commence in July 2026. Kenya Railways confirmed that preparations for the multi-billion-shilling project are now in the final stages.…
Universities have been challenged to strengthen research and innovation initiatives that deliver practical solutions to societal challenges and create tangible benefits for communities. Speaking during the official opening of the 5th Meru…
A constitutional petition has been filed before the High Court in Nairobi, with Cape Holdings Limited and two of its directors seeking to halt the enforcement of a Sh10.68 billion decretal sum, arguing that a substantial portion of the…
A 37-year-old woman was killed following a violent domestic dispute at Amboseli area in Dagoretti, Nairobi, with police arresting her husband over the incident. According to police, the incident was reported on Thursday at 4:20. The…
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has directed the Kenya Producer Responsibility Organization (KEPRO) to review the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) fee structure, citing compliance concerns with the Sustainable…
Equity Group is set to expand its insurance business in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) after shareholders approved the establishment of three new insurance subsidiaries, subject to regulatory approvals. The expansion…
Residents of Meru County continue to face disruptions in accessing healthcare services as the doctors’ strike enters its fourth week, affecting operations in public health facilities. Patients seeking treatment at county hospitals have…
For many farmers, flowers are grown for beauty or the ornamental market. However, one bright yellow flower is quietly proving to be a valuable ally in vegetable production, helping farmers reduce pest attacks, improve soil health and make…
