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The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has urged Parliament to shield proposed education reforms from political interference, warning that changes to the administration of Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) could disrupt learning and…
St Peter’s Budokomi Senior School Principal Dishon Shiundu has urged the government to introduce national environmental cleaning days to promote conservation, combat pollution and mitigate the effects of climate change. Speaking after…
For years, Mary Atieno endured long and exhausting journeys to access antenatal services while pregnant with her four children, walking more than 25 kilometres to clinics in Uriri Market. The 47-year-old resident of Ombo village recalls…
West Mugirango Member of Parliament Stephen Mogaka has urged students to take their education seriously and make the most of their parents’ sacrifices, saying academic success offers a pathway to better career opportunities and financial…
Mwea Member of Parliament Mary Maingi has called on the government to establish a high-performance sports academy at Wang’uru International Stadium to nurture emerging talent and provide young athletes with opportunities to advance their…
A 35-year-old woman has died, while a second woman remains in critical condition after the two were allegedly attacked with knives by a man at a rental property near Kajiado Police Station. The incident happened on Monday, October 12, at…
A forum representing National Youth Council (NYC) election aspirants has moved to the High Court in Kiambu seeking the lifting of orders suspending the long-awaited council elections, saying young Kenyans cannot be subjected to another…
Uasin Gishu County is moving beyond simply building water infrastructure to ensure the taps keep flowing for years to come. Through the Department of Environment, Climate Change, Natural Resources, Water, Irrigation, Sanitation and Energy…
Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has pledged to prioritise the welfare of county employees, promising to strengthen job security, career progression and staff motivation to improve service delivery to residents. The governor said public…
The government plans to spend Sh20 billion to construct and upgrade 350 kilometres of roads in Nandi County in a major infrastructure investment expected to improve transport, boost agricultural production and stimulate economic growth.…
The East African Community (EAC) is seeking to strengthen youth participation in agriculture through the implementation of regional policies, improved access to agribusiness opportunities, and the establishment of a national youth…
Residents of Elgeyo Marakwet County are grappling with rising food prices and dwindling supplies of essential commodities amid the end of prolonged dry conditions that have affected crop production, reduced milk yields and increased the…
Construction of 67 school kitchens is underway across Murang’a County ahead of the January 2027 rollout of an expanded school feeding programme. The planned expanded feeding programme is targeting more than 200,000 learners in public…
The County Government of Uasin Gishu is leaving nothing to chance as it prepares to host visitors for this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations. On Monday, the Directorate of Tourism brought together hoteliers and officers from the National…
President William Ruto has pledged Sh500 million to complete and equip Ziwa Level V Hospital in Soy Constituency, describing the project as critical to expanding specialised healthcare across the North Rift. The President made the…
Strengthening community health services and tapping Social Health Authority (SHA) funds have been identified as the main ways to sustain emergency health and nutrition services in Turkana County as donor funding shrinks. The priorities…
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) have launched a five-day training programme for senior managers aimed at enhancing skills, improving port efficiency and unlocking Kenya’s…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected Sh90.05 billion in customs revenue in September, exceeding its target by nearly Sh1 billion on the back of increased imports and strong growth in non-oil revenue. In a statement released to the…
Kenya Shujaa retained their Safari Sevens title for a historic fifth consecutive time after defeating Kenya Morans 24-5 in an all-Kenyan final played yesterday evening. The victory at the 28th edition of the tournament extended Shujaa’s…
The Government has assured diplomats, international organisations and development partners of Kenya’s readiness to contain an imported Ebola case, as authorities intensify surveillance, contact tracing and other public health response…
The State Department for Correctional Services is enhancing its social crime prevention strategies through stronger community participation and partnerships. Speaking during the 3rd Community Probation Volunteers (CPV) Joint Coordinating…
Kenya is set to host the 13th World Potato Congress(WPC) scheduled to take place from the 26th to 30th October 2026 at Sawela Lodges and Convention Centre in Naivasha, Nakuru County. This is the first time that the World Potato Congress…
Kenya has unveiled an ambitious water infrastructure and agricultural transformation plan aimed at boosting food security, expanding irrigation and unlocking the economic potential of Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs). Cabinet Secretary for…
Hundreds of women in Kilifi County are earning income through environmental conservation, turning tree planting and forest restoration into sustainable livelihood opportunities as efforts to combat climate change intensify. The women,…
