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UDA top officials in week-long tour to learn from Museveni's party

Officials of President Ruto’s party will today meet Museveni, who has been in power since 1986.The ruling party’s secretariat was also in Beijing to learn form the Chinese Communist Party.

UDA top officials in week-long tour to learn from Museveni's party

From aid freeze to Panama and Gaza: Inside Donald Trump's 'madness theory'

From aid freeze to Panama and Gaza: Inside Donald Trump's 'madness theory'

Ruto abolishes ID vetting, to open passport office in Northern Kenya

Ruto abolishes ID vetting, to open passport office in Northern Kenya

Ruto launches Northern Kenya charm offensive in four counties

Ruto launches Northern Kenya charm offensive in four counties

Narc dream fades as Karua puts last nail in party coffin

When Narc was born in 2001, it was a force to reckon with. It comprised politicians who were firebrand and believed in the power of their dreams.

Narc dream fades as Karua puts last nail in party coffin

Is the opposition coalition turning into a sinking ship?

The opposition is losing influence after the government successfully drew some of its members to its side. Some parties in Azimio have declared their intention to leave the coalition.

Is the opposition coalition turning into a sinking ship?

Gachagua, Kalonzo and Wamalwa join forces, vow to make Ruto a one term President

A new coalition, whose name is yet to be revealed, is united against President William Ruto and has now vowed to make him enter the annals of history as a one-term president.

Gachagua, Kalonzo and Wamalwa join forces, vow to make Ruto a one term President

How parastatal mergers and shutdowns hit hard big name appointments

Massive job losses especially to election losers and cronies of top honchos are among the victims of the Kenya Kwanza administration’s decision to dissolve and merge State corporations.

How parastatal mergers and shutdowns hit hard big name appointments

Cabinet approves foreign policy to strengthen security, diplomacy

The Cabinet has approved the revised Kenya Foreign Policy 2024, proposing institutional changes to strengthen the country’s diplomatic and security posture.

Cabinet approves foreign policy to strengthen security, diplomacy

Expectations high in Western Kenya as Ruto tours region

The President is expected to inspect various development projects in the region.The tour comes against the backdrop of a merger in parties.

Expectations high in Western Kenya as Ruto tours region

Farah Maalim kicked out as Wiper calls for Ruto to resign

The opposition is now asking President William Ruto to resign, accusing him of blatant refusal to respect and enforce the Constitution.

Farah Maalim kicked out as Wiper calls for Ruto to resign

IEBC: Lawyers warn of a ticking time bomb

Kenya is staring at a ticking time bomb because of its failure to restructure IEBC, as the country hurtles towards the 2027 General Election.

IEBC: Lawyers warn of a ticking time bomb

Fallout brewing? Muturi's candid stand on State's role in abductions

Muturi’s bold statements have ignited crucial conversations about government accountability and the troubling issue of abduction

Fallout brewing? Muturi's candid stand on State's role in abductions

Student who missed classes to attend to ailing mother scores A in KCSE

In 2024, an old kitchen was home for Ng’ang’a Paul Njoroge as he navigated his education journey.

Student who missed classes to attend to ailing mother scores A in KCSE

Knec CEO announces registration dates for three national exams

The Kenya National Examination Council is set to commence registration for three national examinations to be administered this year.

Knec CEO announces registration dates for three national exams

Raila's AU push enters final lap with bid getting endorsements

In about a month’s time, the hotly contested African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson elections will take place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Raila's AU push enters final lap with bid getting endorsements

Gachagua set to unveil 2027 plan

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua who has been a vocal critic of the government since his impeachment three months ago, says he is working to consolidate the Mt Kenya region vote.

Gachagua set to unveil 2027 plan

End of an era: No more Form One admissions as reforms start

Starting from the 2025 academic year, secondary schools will no longer have Form One admissions, marking a departure from the norm of the past four decades.

End of an era: No more Form One admissions as reforms start

If you thought 2024 was a busy year, then brace for defining 2025

It is a new year and picking from where 2024 left, it is expected to bring new activities that will shape not only the country’s future but also for generations to come.

If you thought 2024 was a busy year, then brace for defining 2025

School fire tragedy, floods and Gen Z protests disrupted education in 2024

The death of 21 minors at the Hillside Academy Endarasha in September 2024 was a tragic event in the basic education calendar in 2024.

School fire tragedy, floods and Gen Z protests disrupted education in 2024

2024: A whirlwind year of trials for some, blessings for others

Political turbulence characterised by the Gen-Z protests led to change in governance and will impact next year.Gachagua fall, shift from NHIF to SHIF.

2024: A whirlwind year of trials for some, blessings for others

Scramble for Gen Z as leaders eye 11m new voters in 2027

Political scientists say any political party, coalition or leader who wants to make significant impression in the 2027 elections must not ignore the Gen Z voters.

Scramble for Gen Z as leaders eye 11m new voters in 2027

KICD boss: There are enough books for CBC learners

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has dismissed reports of a looming crisis in textbooks for the Competency Based Curriculum.

KICD boss: There are enough books for CBC learners

BT maize in the spotlight amid reservations by concerned public

NBA has assured that a comprehensive process will be undertaken before the BT maize variety is placed in the market for farmers’ use. The process runs up to January 6.

BT maize in the spotlight amid reservations by concerned public

City bus project set for roll-out after Cabinet nod

The government is seeking to solve transportation challenges in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area, following the Cabinet’s approval to implement the Clean Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.

City bus project set for roll-out after Cabinet nod

Proposed law spells out stiff penalties for obstructing power transfer

The Cabinet has approved a Bill that seeks to punish anybody who disrupts the handing over of the presidency.

Proposed law spells out stiff penalties for obstructing power transfer

ODM reads malice in IEBC stalemate

According to Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, the IEBC is not just about the Secretariat, but the Commission itself, which is the decision-making body.

ODM reads malice in IEBC stalemate

Erskine and Charef: Meet dynamic duo behind Mjadala Africa debate

From award-winning journalism to global events, Erskine and Charef are redefining leadership dialogue across Africa.

Erskine and Charef: Meet dynamic duo behind Mjadala Africa debate

Gachagua: Ruto's 'one man show' dangerous

Gachagua said he is not a ‘yes man’ and that is why he disagreed with the president about a year ago when he insisted on implementing projects opposed by a majority of Kenyans.

Gachagua: Ruto's 'one man show' dangerous

Raila faces two competitors for AU seat in live TV debate today

Raila has been traversing AU countries seeking support of his candidature, with his latest campaign held in Chad on December 10.

Raila faces two competitors for AU seat in live TV debate today

LSK boss feted for advancing human rights and rule of law

LSK President Faith Odhiambo is the 31st Jurist of the year, having been recognised for advancing the rule of law and inspiring a new generation of legal minds.

LSK boss feted for advancing human rights and rule of law

Kindiki lauds Ruto for outreach, unity push

Kindiki lauded the President for his efforts to spearhead unity and inclusivity, with political, religious or ethnic differences notwithstanding.

Kindiki lauds Ruto for outreach, unity push

Ruto's frenzy of meetings amid public mistrust

William Ruto has been working round the clock in a bid to garner support for his broad-based government, against the backdrop of increasing public skepticism.

Ruto's frenzy of meetings amid public mistrust

ODM dismisses reports of coercion to vote by consensus

ODM has dismissed reports that its members were forced to vote by way of consensus during the grassroots elections held on Wednesday.

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ODM dismisses reports of coercion to vote by consensus

Mothers cry for justice, call for ethical reporting

Women recall how recklessly they received the tragic news of the death of their daughters. MCA whose daughter was killed last month wants such cases given special attention.

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Mothers cry for justice, call for ethical reporting

Omtatah eyes presidency, forms committee for 2027 elections

Okiya Omtatah has taken significant steps to establish an exploratory committee and is eager to see what actions are needed to succeed in this endeavour.

By 2 months ago

Omtatah eyes presidency, forms committee for 2027 elections

State warns private colleges offering unapproved courses

The Government has put on notice private institutions offering medical courses not approved by the relevant authorities.

By 2 months ago

State warns private colleges offering unapproved courses

Mudavadi leads Raila's AUC campaign at Great Lakes Region forum

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on the Great Lakes Region member states to support Raila Odinga’s bid for African Union Commission chairmanship.

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Mudavadi leads Raila's AUC campaign at Great Lakes Region forum

KCSE exams end amid security and integrity efforts

The Kenya National Examination Council reported that the exams were conducted smoothly, thanks to collaborative efforts ensuring no candidate was disadvantaged.

By 2 months ago

KCSE exams end amid security and integrity efforts

What Kenyans want from Ruto's second State of Nation address

On Thursday, President William Ruto will hold his second State of the Nation address, coming at a time Kenyans have persistently raised their disappointment with his administration.

By 2 months ago

What Kenyans want from Ruto's second State of Nation address

Foreign policy review to capture global shifts

A stakeholders’ validation forum on the draft foreign policy will be held Monday following weeks of engagement with various entities to enhance the document.

By 2 months ago

Foreign policy review to capture global shifts

Gachagua to Ruto: I am out of the way, now deliver to Kenyans

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the government to fulfil its promises to Kenyans, now that he is “out of the way.”

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Gachagua to Ruto: I am out of the way, now deliver to Kenyans

Parents weakest link in exam cheating, PS Kipsang says

Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang has criticised attempts by some parents to facilitate exam cheating.

By 2 months ago

Parents weakest link in exam cheating, PS Kipsang says

Trouble for Mt Kenya MPs faced with recall threat

MPs who voted to impeach Gachagua are having a rough time in their constituencies. Mathira MP faces a recall motion with signatures already being collected.

By 2 months ago

Trouble for Mt Kenya MPs faced with recall threat

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