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A critical blood shortage at Embu Level 5 Hospital has sparked public outrage after an expectant mother reportedly waited for several days to undergo a life-saving Caesarean Section (CS) due to shortage of blood required to facilitate the…
At least 150 young people from Kajiado North have completed a fully sponsored driving training programme under the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), equipping them with skills expected to improve their…
The world is running out of time to deliver on its promise of sustainable cities and communities, a new United Nations report has warned, painting a stark picture of a global housing crisis that is undermining progress toward Sustainable…
Old Mutual has extended its nationwide Financial Wellness Drive to the Coast region, pitching camp in Mombasa this week to deliver practical financial education, expert advisory services, and tailored financial solutions to local…
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has defended the Ksh 8.3 billion infrastructure project at the Port of Mombasa following criticism that the amount being spent is too high for what has been described as a road construction project. KPA says…
Kenya’s commercial banks recorded a combined pre-tax profit of Sh111.8 billion in the four months to April 2026, reflecting strong growth in lending and improved asset quality that has boosted the sector’s earnings. Data released by the…
Tusker FC have been handed a place in the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup, stepping in for Sudanese giants Al Merreikh SC after the North African side withdrew from the tournament. The Mozzart Bet Cup champions’ invitation comes as a fitting…
Trophies aren’t always physical; sometimes the biggest prize you can win is the glory that follows months of sacrifice. That’s how football administrators, county officials, club executives, players, and fans felt following a glittering…
France dealt Morocco a bitter sense of déjà vu on Thursday, beating them 2-0 in the World Cup 2026 quarterfinal in Boston, the exact same scoreline by which Les Bleus eliminated the Atlas Lions in the 2022 semifinal in Qatar. Kylian…
Kenyan traders and logistics firms using Tanzanian ports and border posts may face higher clearing costs after the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (TASAC) moved to enforce minimum service fees for clearing and forwarding agents. In…
A recent agitation by school heads to have school fees hiked has been put on hold after Education CS Julius Ogamba termed the move as unprocedural. Ogamba noted that while the tutors may have a valid reason to call for hiking of fees,…
President William Ruto has directed county governments to waive business permit fees for beneficiaries of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme for two years. Speaking on Friday, July 10, during the…
The county government of Tana River is activating contingency plans for the impending El Nino rains to reduce its normally devastating effects. Scientists contend that El Nino as part of a larger climate cycle is a naturally occurring…
The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) has announced that the High Court has dismissed an objection filed by the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA). In a notice on July 9, KIM said the court’s decision…
Migori governor Ochilo Ayacko has dismissed claims of drug and oxygen shortages at Migori County Referral Hospital after an impromptu inspection found the facility well stocked with essential medicines, a fully operational oxygen plant and…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has opened applications for first-time loans, scholarships, and bursaries for the 2026/2027 academic year. In a notice issued on Friday, July 10, HELB called on eligible applicants to submit their…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has now hinted at going for the Presidency in 2032, as part of ensuring continuity of the policies, programs and agenda of the Kenya Kwanza Government. Speaking for the first time in a long time…
Vihiga governor Dr.Wilber Ottichilo has officially launched the county’s coffee sector revitalization programme, marking a renewed push to restore the region’s once-thriving coffee industry. The initiative aims to empower farmers,…
The Abagusii Cultural and Development Council of Elders has criticized the increased cases of political violence being witnessed across the county. Speaking to the press in Kisii town, the Chairperson of the Council Araka Matundura…
Community leaders, legal advocates and grassroots organisations meeting in Harare at the ongoing African Ecofeminism Convening have renewed calls for governments, mining companies and international financiers to respect community land…
Kenyan manufacturers and exporters are set to benefit from a new government strategy aimed at increasing exports to the European Union (EU) by addressing trade barriers, improving compliance with international standards and enhancing…
The rapid growth of short-term rental accommodation is opening new opportunities for young entrepreneurs, with digital platforms increasingly becoming the bridge between property owners and guests At the centre of this transformation is a…
Thousands of young Kenyans are set to benefit from the second phase Nyota Start-Up Capital Programme following its launch today (Friday) by President William Ruto. Nyota Programme is set to enable young entrepreneurs across the country to…
President William Ruto has called for accelerated investment and stronger partnerships to ensure universal access to clean cooking across Africa. The President said nearly one billion Africans still rely on traditional fuels that threaten…
