Opposition leaders have made it unequivocally clear that the government must engage with them and seek consensus on the final list of appointments for commissioners to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). They expressed serious concerns regarding the selection process, asserting that the panel led by Dr. Nelson Makanda failed to meet the necessary…
Some people enter journalism for the bylines. My friend stepped into the newsroom looking for something much deeper. He believed storytelling could transform lives and uplift communities. Let’s call him the Nomad, a journalist who turned vision into action in the digital news space. The Nomad did not follow the crowd. While most reporters scrambled…
A major overhaul at the recently closed expansive Kibuye Market has begun aimed at improving its sanitation and sewerage systems. The week-long renovation before it’s reopening, will involve unblocking poor drainage systems and repairing sanitary facilities, including toilets. Illegally erected structures that are obstructing sewer flow and access to pathways will be removed. Additionally, a…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has come under scathing attacks by leading government figures following his recent remarks urging African youths to rise and rescue their countries from poor governance. According to President Ruto’s close allies, Uhuru neglected the youth agenda during his tenure and opted for leaders who should have long retired. “He never trusted…
The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is poised to enhance its healthcare service provisions as it transitions to national management by 30th June. The transition move was kickstarted as per Article 187 of Kenyan Constitution (2010) following the Cabinet’s approval on 11th March. JOOTRH has subsequently been categorized as a Level 6A…
Kisumu County has registered a significant drop in Malaria disease prevalence from 27 percent in 2015 to the current 19 percent. This follows a raft of measures rolled out by the government and development partners to tame the killer disease. It involved the mass distribution of insecticide-treated nets, accurate diagnosis and treatment of the disease…
Kenya has inked 20 pacts with China to bolster their diplomatic and development ties. The agreement establishes substantial investments in transformative projects across infrastructure, green energy, health, education, culture, ICT, the job market, and the Blue Economy. President William Ruto, alongside his counterpart, President Xi Jinping, witnessed the signing ceremony held at the Great Hall…
In 2021, the United Nations reported that disposable diapers are one of the biggest contributors to plastic waste globally. According to the report, every minute around the world, over 300,000 disposable nappies/diapers enter landfills, incinerate or pollute the environment, including our oceans. In the EU alone, it is estimated that 33 billion single-use nappies/diapers are…
Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration (CS), Kipchumba Murkomen, has announced that a special police unit will be formed soon to combat the spiralling threat of human trafficking in the country. He said the move would enhance the enforcement of labour migration regulations and ensure perpetrators are held to account. Kenya is one of…
Pope Francis has passed on aged 88 years on Easter Monday morning. His death was confirmed by Cardinal Kevin Farrell The Holy See’s last public appearance was yesterday during the Easter Urbi et Orbi, where he blessed thousands of people at St.Peter’s Vatican Square and toured the piazza with his Popemobile. “At 7.35 this morning,…