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Emmanuel Kipchumba

Police recruitment looms amid security concerns in the north

The government has announced an upcoming police recruitment, marking the first such exercise under President William Ruto’s administration.

Police recruitment looms amid security concerns in the north

NACADA raids another lounge in crackdown on shisha trade

NACADA raids another lounge in crackdown on shisha trade

Outrage in Majengo as teenager killed after Ramadan prayers

Outrage in Majengo as teenager killed after Ramadan prayers

Majengo: One dead, officer injured as police clash with protesters

Majengo: One dead, officer injured as police clash with protesters

Engineers urged to champion environmental sustainability

Engineers in the country have been urged to take a leading role in promoting environmental sustainability.

Engineers urged to champion environmental sustainability

Two arrested at city club as NACADA cracks down on Shisha

The two were arrested on Wednesday night after NACADA’s enforcement officers raided Paris Lounge in Lang’ata and confiscated a large consignment of shisha products.

Two arrested at city club as NACADA cracks down on Shisha

Family demands answers after mysterious death of kin in Saudi

Rachel Njoki died under unclear circumstances in Saudi Arabia where she had gone to seek a job to provider for her two sons.

Family demands answers after mysterious death of kin in Saudi

Juja MP arrested over remarks on AUC

Juja MP George Koimburi was arrested on Tuesday morning following remarks he made on Sunday at a church service regarding the funding of Raila Odinga’s campaign for the AUC.

Juja MP arrested over remarks on AUC

Standard Sacco estate seeks DCI probe over road

Residents of the Standard Media Group Sacco in Mavoko Sub-County have petitioned the DCI to investigate documents from the Machakos County lands office.

Standard Sacco estate seeks DCI probe over road

Kenyans, Ugandans online demand the release of Kizza Besigye

Nearly 90 days after the alleged abduction of Ugandan opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye in Kenya, pressure is mounting on the Ugandan government to release him.

Kenyans, Ugandans online demand the release of Kizza Besigye

Catholic church calls for cancellation of debts burdening Africa

The Church argued that debt is not merely an economic burden but a moral issue that exacerbates poverty, undermines development, and restricts access to essential services.

Catholic church calls for cancellation of debts burdening Africa

Detectives pursue crucial leads into KNH murder

Detectives are trying to establish the motive behind the gruesome murder of Gilbert Kinyua Muthoni, a patient at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) where nobody seems to have noticed the killer.

Detectives pursue crucial leads into KNH murder

Secret FGM practices pose new challenge in fight to end the cut

For decades, Kenya has been at the forefront of the global fight against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), making commendable progress in reducing prevalence rates.

Secret FGM practices pose new challenge in fight to end the cut

New machine to help fight skin cancer in Kajiado

Persons with albinism in Kajiado no longer have to travel long distances for skin cancer treatment following the installation of a new treatment machine at the county referral hospital.

New machine to help fight skin cancer in Kajiado

Why Mlolongo abductees won't be buried soon

The families of Justus Mutumwa and Martin Mwau, two men who went missing in Mlolongo and were later found dead, will have to wait longer before burying their loved ones.

Why Mlolongo abductees won't be buried soon

One year of pain: Mradi explosion survivors still nursing wounds

On that fateful night, the tragic gas blast shattered lives, with survivors now grappling with physical and emotional scars.

One year of pain: Mradi explosion survivors still nursing wounds

Family of murdered kin demand for justice

The family of a young woman brutally murdered and dumped in Ngong Forest, is demanding justice as her killer remains at large nearly a month after her body was found.

Family of murdered kin demand for justice

Nairobi's perennial flooding crisis: a failure of promises and planning

Nairobi's roads have turned into rivers once again with the heavy rains experienced recently pointing to a recurring issue.

Nairobi's perennial flooding crisis: a failure of promises and planning

Standoff in Mathare over rising insecurity concerns

The unrest was triggered by the brutal killing of a man who was stabbed to death while taking his three-year-old son to school in the early hours.

Standoff in Mathare over rising insecurity concerns

How will Sakaja balance order and livelihoods in Nairobi CBD?

County issued directive mandating that hawking be confined to backstreets.Hawkers argue the designated areas are not ideal for business.

How will Sakaja balance order and livelihoods in Nairobi CBD?

Experts voice concerns over rising accidents involving light aircrafts

For about two years now, Kenya has witnessed a number of air accidents which has resulted in loss of lives leaving trail of questions.

Experts voice concerns over rising accidents involving light aircrafts

Bungei and police spokesperson Onyango among officers moved

The National Police Service has announced sweeping leadership changes at a time when the country’s security agencies are under intense scrutiny over alleged human rights violations.

Bungei and police spokesperson Onyango among officers moved

Selling on backstreet lanes impossible, defiant hawkers tell Sakaja

Some of the restricted areas include Moi Avenue, Haile Selassie Avenue, Kenneth Matiba Road, Latema Road, Ronald Ngala Street, Mfangano Street, Hakati Road, and River Road.

Selling on backstreet lanes impossible, defiant hawkers tell Sakaja

Families in agony as four abducted Mlolongo friends remain missing

Muema, a second-hand bag seller, was reportedly abducted with his three friends. The High Court has ordered the Inspector General of Police to produce them in court.

By 2 months ago

Families in agony as four abducted Mlolongo friends remain missing

Family's lucky escape after violent attack along Southern Bypass

The Southern Bypass in Nairobi has become a dangerous hotspot where criminals target unsuspecting motorists to rob them and unleash violence.

By 2 months ago

Family's lucky escape after violent attack along Southern Bypass

Odede, human rights defender who challenged State oppression

KNCHR boss Roseline Odede has been celebrated for her fearless defense of justice. She leaves behind a legacy as a human rights defender.

By 2 months ago

Odede, human rights defender who challenged State oppression

Lucky escape for family after attack along southern Bypass

The Southern Bypass in Nairobi has become dangerous as criminals target unsuspecting motorists.

By 2 months ago

Lucky escape for family after attack along southern Bypass

Kenyans cautious on cryptos amid global surge

Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin have seen their prices surge after Donald Trump - a strong backer of cryptos - was elected US president.

By 2 months ago

Kenyans cautious on cryptos amid global surge

Nairobi health workers decry stipend delays, lack of gear

Community Health Promoters in Nairobi have raised concerns over delayed stipends, lack of medical cover, and inadequate work gear, which they say hinder their ability to perform effectively.

By 2 months ago

Nairobi health workers decry stipend delays, lack of gear

MPs with voice in public but muted in Parliament

Among the silent MPs are notable figures like Oscar Sudi (Kapseret), George Aladwa (Makadara), and Irene Njoki (Bahati).

By 3 months ago

MPs with voice in public but muted in Parliament

Concerns over rise of technology-enabled gender-based violence

The violence, according to Chief Justice Martha Koome, is manifested through stalking, cyberbullying, sexual harassment, defamation, and exploitation.

By 3 months ago

Concerns over rise of technology-enabled gender-based violence

Kalonzo urges use of technology for free and fair elections

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for the adoption of technology in the electoral process in the country, highlighting its potential to enhance transparency and fairness.

By 3 months ago

Kalonzo urges use of technology for free and fair elections

KU hospital staff down tools over medical cover, sacking of CEO

The staff accused the Board of meddling in the institution’s daily operations, citing the directive to send Dagane on leave.

By 3 months ago

KU hospital staff down tools over medical cover, sacking of CEO

Nairobi strengthens hospitality sector with new opening

As Nairobi continues to solidify its position as a key business and tourism hub in Africa, the demand for high-quality accommodations in the city’s Westlands area has surged.

By 3 months ago

Nairobi strengthens hospitality sector with new opening

I will champion the rule of law, Omtatah says

Okiya Omtatah, who recently announced his intention to run for president in 2027, has pledged to prioritise the rule of law and full implementation of the 2010 Constitution.

By 3 months ago

I will champion the rule of law, Omtatah says

Local businesses urged to embrace sustainable practices

Businesses have been urged to adopt sustainable practices to address emerging global challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and economic instability.

By 3 months ago

Local businesses urged to embrace sustainable practices

Woodley estate residents seek external intervention over 'illegal' evictions

Residents of Woodley Estate in Nairobi are now calling for external intervention after the demolition of their homes in what they termed as an illegal and brutal eviction.

By 3 months ago

Woodley estate residents seek external intervention over 'illegal' evictions

Come clean on cancellation of Adani deals, civil society tells state

Civil society organisations under the banner of Okoa Uchumi Coalition have said the government must come clean on cancellation of deals with Adani Group.

By 3 months ago

Come clean on cancellation of Adani deals, civil society tells state

Atwoli: NHIF workers will be automatically transitioned into SHA

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli said NHIF workers would be automatically transitioned into the newly established Social Health Authority (SHA).

By 3 months ago

Atwoli: NHIF workers will be automatically transitioned into SHA

Seven residents burnt to death and scores injured in Pumwani night fire

At least seven people died, a dozen injured and more than 50 households destroyed following Tuesday’s night fire that razed Kitui village in Pumwani, Nairobi.

By 3 months ago

Seven residents burnt to death and scores injured in Pumwani night fire

Cost of animal feeds to reduce

The cost of animal feeds in the country is expected to reduce following the lifting of the ban on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their products.

By 3 months ago

Cost of animal feeds to reduce

Taxes will not fund medical scheme, doctors' unions clarify

Medical practitioner’s unions have clarified that the public servants’ comprehensive medical insurance scheme will be funded exclusively through allowances forfeited by the workers themselves.

By 3 months ago

Taxes will not fund medical scheme, doctors' unions clarify

Looming shutdown in counties over cash crisis

CoG chair says counties are on the brink of exhausting funds by December. But Treasury CS Mbadi said money owed to counties for October was released yesterday.

By 3 months ago

Looming shutdown in counties over cash crisis

Shutdown looms in counties over cash crisis

Counties across Kenya are facing a severe financial crisis that could force them to halt operations entirely by January.

By 3 months ago

Shutdown looms in counties over cash crisis

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