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Nancy Baraza - led panel on GBV kicks off county forums

Mental health advocates have highlighted the need for holistic approaches to recovery and prevention.

Nancy Baraza - led panel on GBV kicks off county forums

Reprimanded CS Ruku? Not me - Kindiki repulses

Reprimanded CS Ruku? Not me - Kindiki repulses

MP Peter Salasya evades alleged arrest attempt in Mombasa

MP Peter Salasya evades alleged arrest attempt in Mombasa

GSU officer kills partner and child in Lamu after domestic dispute

GSU officer kills partner and child in Lamu after domestic dispute

DCI warns of spike in vehicle theft across Kenya

DCI says that the tactics used include carjacking, robbery with violence, theft, and car hire scams.

DCI warns of spike in vehicle theft across Kenya

Ruto nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC chairperson

Names of the nominees have been sent to Parliament for approval.

Ruto nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC chairperson

President Ruto congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election

The new pontiff was introduced in Latin with his chosen papal name.

President Ruto congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election

Wanted: Businessman Philip Aroko asked to surrender to police

DCI has assured that all information shared will be treated with confidentiality.

Wanted: Businessman Philip Aroko asked to surrender to police

My summon politically instigated - businessman Aroko claims

DCI had issued an alert urging the businessman to surrender immediately.

My summon politically instigated - businessman Aroko claims

President Ruto forgives man who threw a shoe at him in Migori

"Our President, having a big heart, has forgiven those responsible," Mwaura stated.

President Ruto forgives man who threw a shoe at him in Migori

Didmus Baraza defends Ruto's growing team of advisers amid criticism

Baraza urged critics to focus on results, not the headcount of Ruto's advisers.

Didmus Baraza defends Ruto's growing team of advisers amid criticism

Government to stabilize maize flour prices amid supply concerns

In April, Kagwe announced plans to import 5.5 million bags of yellow maize.

Government to stabilize maize flour prices amid supply concerns

Key suspect in the murder of Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were arrested

A vehicle believed to have trailed the legislator before the attack was also recovered.

Key suspect in the murder of Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were arrested

IPOA launches probe into MP Ong'ondo's murder as DCI investigates civilian involvement

IPOA has launched independent investigations to determine whether any police officer was involved in the fatal shooting of Kasipul Member of Parliament, Charles Ong'onda Were.

IPOA launches probe into MP Ong'ondo's murder as DCI investigates civilian involvement

FKE reaffirms commitment to social dialogue, raises concern over Labour Day exclusion

FKE has expressed concern over what it described as a break from the long-standing tradition of a multilateral collaboration during this year's Labour Day celebrations.

FKE reaffirms commitment to social dialogue, raises concern over Labour Day exclusion

Draft Finance Bill 2025 tabled in Parliament

The draft will now be submitted to the Committee on Finance for consideration and public participation.

Draft Finance Bill 2025 tabled in Parliament

Ruto appoints Makau Mutua as Senior Advisor on Constitutional Affairs

Ruto termed Prof Mutua as a distinguished scholar.

Ruto appoints Makau Mutua as Senior Advisor on Constitutional Affairs

Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo killed in Nairobi

Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were killed.

Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo killed in Nairobi

Radio icon Edward Kwach dies at 52

Standard Group journalist and radio icon Edward Kwach dies after a short illness, family confirms; he was a presenter on Spice FM’s #SpiceDrive.

Radio icon Edward Kwach dies at 52

DCI vows crackdown on betting advertisements, influencers

DCI has also reaffirmed its support for the Betting Control and Licensing Board in enforcing the directive.

DCI vows crackdown on betting advertisements, influencers

Cabinet endorses budget cuts and reforms to curb deficit, boost economy

The Finance Bill, 2025 focuses on tightening tax administration rather than introducing new tax hikes.

Cabinet endorses budget cuts and reforms to curb deficit, boost economy

Wanjigi criticises Ruto's SGR expansion deal with China

Wanjigi says the SGR project was initially budgeted at Sh55b but ballooned to Sh1.1 trillion.

Wanjigi criticises Ruto's SGR expansion deal with China

Derrick Rusana elected new University of Nairobi Students Association President

The new student leader will serve a one-year term.

Derrick Rusana elected new University of Nairobi Students Association President

KNEC dispatches KCPE, KCSE certificates to Directors of Education

The certificates have been distributed through Sub-County Directors of Education across the country.

KNEC dispatches KCPE, KCSE certificates to Directors of Education

Ruto secures deal to extend Standard Gauge Railway to Malaba

President Ruto also witnessed the signing of investment deals worth KSh137 billion.

Ruto secures deal to extend Standard Gauge Railway to Malaba

"Talk to your youth before guns do": Wetang'ula to Baringo MPs

On their part, the targeted MPs expressed their readiness to control the security situation.

"Talk to your youth before guns do": Wetang'ula to Baringo MPs

IPOA launches probe into alleged police assault in Narok

IPOA has vowed to take action against anyone found guilty of the incident.

IPOA launches probe into alleged police assault in Narok

Explainer: The embalming process of Pope Francis

The embalming process involves making a small incision above the collarbone.

Explainer: The embalming process of Pope Francis

Uhuru mourns Pope Francis, hails him as symbol of religious unity

Uhuru Kenyatta eulogised Pope Francis as a true embodiment of religious unity.

Uhuru mourns Pope Francis, hails him as symbol of religious unity

Choosing a new Pope - Papal conclave

The position can only be declared vacant following the death or resignation of a Pope.

Choosing a new Pope - Papal conclave

Why Easter is associated with eggs

An egg, with its hard shell and hidden life within, became a powerful metaphor for the tomb from which Christ emerged.

Why Easter is associated with eggs

Itumbi apologises to Butere Girls, says ban on Echoes of War 'unnecessary'

Dennis Itumbi has apologised to Butere Girls High School drama students following police action against them, after they declined to perform their play, Echoes of War in Nakuru.

Itumbi apologises to Butere Girls, says ban on Echoes of War 'unnecessary'

Adidas Originals opens flagship store in Nairobi

The opening aims to connect with the local community while highlighting the brand’s dedication.

Adidas Originals opens flagship store in Nairobi

Ruto slams 'Echoes of War' play, vows to protect children from politics

“We must reject those trying to poison our youth with negative ethnicity and divisive politics,” Ruto stated.

Ruto slams 'Echoes of War' play, vows to protect children from politics

Duale - 40 percent coverage achieved in Universal Health Coverage

The contracted facilities are available to the public on the SHA website www.sha.go.ke,

Duale - 40 percent coverage achieved in Universal Health Coverage

Ruto gazettes new Cabinet and Principal secretaries

Ruku and Cheptumo are expected to be sworn into office on Thursday,

Ruto gazettes new Cabinet and Principal secretaries

Liaise with police - IG Kanja responds to Gachagua's assassination claims

IG Kanja refuted reports that authorities had failed to provide Gachagua with security.

Liaise with police - IG Kanja responds to Gachagua's assassination claims

Committee endorses appointment of Ruku and Cheptumo as CSs

National Assembly Committee on Appointments recommends appointment of Geoffrey Ruku and Hannah Cheptumo to Cabinet, await MPs consideration.

Committee endorses appointment of Ruku and Cheptumo as CSs

IPOA: 37 police officers convicted amid challenges in oversight role

“IPOA cannot arrest anyone. We depend on the police to arrest themselves." Hassan remarked.

IPOA: 37 police officers convicted amid challenges in oversight role

Government to uphold court ruling on police reforms, says PS Omollo

Despite the court ruling, the Interior Ministry has maintained its commitment to reforming the security sector.

Government to uphold court ruling on police reforms, says PS Omollo

Born to roam: Nissan X-Trail T30 turns 25

The Nissan X-Trail T30, the inaugural model in the X-Trail series, marks its 25th anniversary this year.

Born to roam: Nissan X-Trail T30 turns 25

Ministry to review drama festival guidelines after Butere Girls incident

Bitok says the review aims to ensure stricter compliance and prevent similar incidents in the future.

Ministry to review drama festival guidelines after Butere Girls incident

CS Ogamba faults Butere Girls for using Malala to direct school drama

The Education CS emphasized that Malala’s involvement was in direct violation of the festival rules.

CS Ogamba faults Butere Girls for using Malala to direct school drama

Two arrested as NACADA raids drug dens in Makueni

NACADA says local communities play a crucial role in the operation against drug abuse.

Two arrested as NACADA raids drug dens in Makueni

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