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Inua Jamii beneficiaries are required to prove they are alive under a new government directive introducing a nationwide Proof of Life verification exercise. In a statement issued on May 14 by the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection,…
At least 6.3 million learners in primary, junior, and secondary schools risk missing out on government capitation after the State Department for Basic Education flagged a Ksh71.7 billion funding gap for the 2026/27 financial year. While…
President William Ruto has granted university charters to key research institutions, allowing them to now offer degree programmes. Speaking at the State House in Nairobi, the Head of State granted charters to the Kenya Medical Research…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) has gained popularity, rising from 9 percent approval in September 2025 to 16 percent in May 2026. According to a new TIFA Research survey released on May 14,…
President William Ruto has emerged as the top candidate in the presidential race, according to the preferred 2027 presidential election winners’ poll by Taifa Research. Among the top seven prominent presidential candidates, Ruto was in the…
TikToker Maribel Irungu, also known as Immac Wakabari Irungu, has died following a prolonged struggle with Bipolar I Disorder, her family has confirmed. Irungu, who was diagnosed with the condition in 2018, built a strong following on…
The University of Nairobi (UoN) Council has appointed Prof. Ayub N. Gitau as its 9th Vice-Chancellor, ushering in a new leadership team at one of Kenya’s leading public universities. According to an announcement on Thursday, May 14, Prof.…
Kenya is moving to formally recognize skills acquired outside universities and colleges, to ensure they are recognized across Africa. Addressing the media on May 14, the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Higher Education and…
Mwanahamisi Hamadi is a popular journalist, television personality, and producer whose name resonates with audiences across the country. Hamadi is known for her eloquence and effortless command of Kiswahili, which has made her one of the…
Heavily armed police officers staged a night raid at the home of contractor Desmond Shivachi before detectives summoned him for questioning in an alleged organized crime probe linked to Trans Nzoia investigations. The operation, captured…
Lulu Khadija Hassan, popularly known as Lulu Hassan, is a journalist, news anchor, producer, and CEO of Jiffy Pictures. She co-hosts the Nipashe Wikendi, a Swahili-language news bulletin that airs on Saturday and Sunday on Citizen TV…
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested suspects linked to the KSh5.2 million fraud scheme in the Attorney General’s office. According to the DCI, the three suspects arrested had siphoned KSh…
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has addressed concerns over delayed payment to Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) examiners contracted to oversee the 2025 national examinations. Speaking during an interview on…
Mohammed “Mo” Gulamabbas Dewji, popularly known as Mohammed Dewji, is a Tanzanian billionaire businessman, industrialist, philanthropist, and former politician. Devji is the owner and CEO of Mohammed Enterprises Tanzania Limited (MeTL…
The United States Department of State has warned passport applicants against using artificial intelligence tools or digitally edited images when submitting passport photos, saying altered pictures will not be accepted and could delay…
Kenya’s Principal Secretary in the State Department for Foreign Affairs, Korir Sing’oei, has explained the country’s decision to issue passports to Sudanese Generals. Speaking during an interview on May 14, PS Sing’oei clarified reports on…
Dr. Job Obwaka’s widow, Everose Obwaka Chemutai, has revealed that her late husband faced direct pressure from the Office of the President over an ongoing court case related to the Nairobi Hospital dispute. Speaking during an emotional…
The National Police Service (NPS) has confirmed the arrest of 153 people during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi. In a press briefing on Wednesday, Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mahmoud expressed appreciation to the Kenya…
Kenya’s electricity sector faces its biggest shake-up in decades after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) gazetted new regulations that will open the market to competition and reduce Kenya Power’s long-held dominance. The…
The government has proposed a Ksh 3,000 monthly stipend for village elders across the country in a move aimed at formally recognizing their role in supporting the National Administration. Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, on May…
The Trump administration is temporarily easing one of its own tough visa enforcement measures to clear the way for international fans attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which starts next month. Under the new policy announced Wednesday, May…
Allegations that the CIA removed boxes of documents tied to the John F. Kennedy assassination and the controversial MKUltra program from the office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard have triggered renewed…
A Senate hearing on the FBI budget took a sharp personal turn this week when Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenged FBI Director Kash Patel over alcohol use, only for the confrontation to spill onto social media with receipts in hand. It…
The ESSEC Business School and a panel of local business and industry leaders have sealed a partnership agreement to advance executive training and talent development by providing exposure to real-world business environments. At the…
