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Jacinta Mutura

Grace Njoki: From surgery to cell for exposing how new health system flopped

Grace Njoki and other patients stormed Afya House to voice their frustrations after SHA systems failed. She was arrested on Thursday evening at a city hospital as she booked for surgery.

By Jacinta Mutura 13 days ago

Grace Njoki: From surgery to cell for exposing how new health system flopped

Grace Njoki freed on Sh10,000 cash bail

Grace Njoki freed on Sh10,000 cash bail

By Jacinta Mutura and Catherine Imuraget 14 days ago

Family and legal fraternity unite in tribute to life of Judy Thongori

Family and legal fraternity unite in tribute to life of Judy Thongori

By Jacinta Mutura 16 days ago

Trump's policies spark fears for immigrants and minority rights

Trump's policies spark fears for immigrants and minority rights

By Jacinta Mutura 16 days ago

State seeks tighter control over digital space to combat threats

The government wants social media firms to establish physical addresses for monitoring. Plans for a Technology Responsibility Charter to curb cyber threats underway.

By Jacinta Mutura 20 days ago

State seeks tighter control over digital space to combat threats

Rights lobby links secret units within DCI, NIS to abductions

A human rights organisation has claimed that special units are responsible for the widespread abductions occurring in Kenya.

By Jacinta Mutura 21 days ago

Rights lobby links secret units within DCI, NIS to abductions

Over 1,000 pupils at risk as Gatoto School stares at forceful takeover

The Board questions the hidden agenda behind the abrupt school ownership change as a new head teacher deployed amid management takeover controversy.

By Jacinta Mutura 26 days ago

Over 1,000 pupils at risk as Gatoto School stares at forceful takeover

Where dreams align: Wayne and Will's unstoppable bond

From matching outfits to shared passions, Wayne and Will Isanda have always walked in perfect harmony.

By Jacinta Mutura 27 days ago

Where dreams align: Wayne and Will's unstoppable bond

Outrage over SHA policy on teenage mothers

The announcement by Social Health Authority Chief Executive Officer Robert Ingasira that teenage mothers will have to pay for insurance premiums has elicited mixed reactions.

By Jacinta Mutura 27 days ago

Outrage over SHA policy on teenage mothers

State to distribute 9 million Grade Nine textbooks

The Ministry of Education has procured more than nine million textbooks for Grade 9, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has announced.

By Jacinta Mutura 28 days ago

State to distribute 9 million Grade Nine textbooks

KCSE: Girls outnumber male candidates in 2024 since start of KCSE exams

For the first time, more female than male candidates sat last year's Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination.

By Jacinta Mutura 28 days ago

KCSE: Girls outnumber male candidates in 2024 since start of KCSE exams

22,000 government services, disrupted as E-Citizen crushes

At least 22,000 government services were unavailable for a better part of Friday after the e-citizen payment platform crashed.

By Jacinta Mutura and James Wanzala 1 month ago

22,000 government services, disrupted as E-Citizen crushes

Hope, unity and accountability dominate New Year messages

Political leaders to ordinary citizens, messages of peace and resilience were also shared.Church leaders called on Kenyans to remain hopeful in 2025.

By Jacinta Mutura and James Wanzala 1 month ago

Hope, unity and accountability dominate New Year messages

Children on migration face exploitation, violence, UN says

Children are three times more likely than adults to suffer violence and abuse during migration.Many are detained or trafficked into forced labour.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Children on migration face exploitation, violence, UN says

Uhuru, Raila allies land top positions in Ruto government

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga continue to reap from President William Ruto's appointments.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Uhuru, Raila allies land top positions in Ruto government

Mudavadi assures nation of tight security during Christmas season

Acting Interior CS Musalia Mudavadi says anyone intent on engaging in criminal acts during the festive season will be dealt with decisively.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Mudavadi assures nation of tight security during Christmas season

State clears 609,805 passport backlog

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi attributed the clearance of passport backlog to investment in two modern printers, capable of processing 500 passports per hour.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

State clears 609,805 passport backlog

AG's office gives couples chance to say 'I do' in style for extra fee

Couples can now exchange vows on a serene garden setting or elegant private rooms at the Office of the Attorney General.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

AG's office gives couples chance to say 'I do' in style for extra fee

State creates new permit classes to attract foreign workers

The government has introduced new categories of work permits in a bid to attract professionals seeking to work in Kenya.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

State creates new permit classes to attract foreign workers

Ruto unveils Sh28 billion plan to modernise police, prison services

The government will modernise the National Police Service at a cost of Sh28 billion over the next two years, President William Ruto has said.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Ruto unveils Sh28 billion plan to modernise police, prison services

Good news as state to fast-track dual citizenship for Kenyans in diaspora

Kenyans who were forced to denounce their citizenship after moving to other countries before the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution can now apply for dual citizenship.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Good news as state to fast-track dual citizenship for Kenyans in diaspora

60,000 skilled workers certified through Recognition of Prior Learning, says DP

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced that 60,000 skilled workers without formal education have been certified through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) programme.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

60,000 skilled workers certified through Recognition of Prior Learning, says DP

Sexual violence victims narrate their ordeal in fight for justice

According to Grace Wangari, a psychologist, a lack of proper handling of sexual violence has a lifelong implication on the victims, especially children.

By Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Sexual violence victims narrate their ordeal in fight for justice

Undercover police, special units to be deployed to enhance security during festivities

Undercover officers and specialised units will be deployed to assist regular police to intensify patrols during festivities, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has said.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

Undercover police, special units to be deployed to enhance security during festivities

Survivor to champion: Aftin's unbreakable fight against FGM

UNICEF defines FGM as 'all procedures involving partial or total removal of the female external genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical reasons.'

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

Survivor to champion: Aftin's unbreakable fight against FGM

Pain of Mathare floods victims in bid to replace crucial documents

Affected residents lost IDs, birth certificates, academic papers to April flash floods. They have appealed to the government to help them replace the documents.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

Pain of Mathare floods victims in bid to replace crucial documents

Mudavadi gazettes 31 new sub-counties to improve service delivery

Mudavadi said the move was necessitated by population growth and to comply with the ministerial 2:1 ratio requirement.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

Mudavadi gazettes 31 new sub-counties to improve service delivery

SHA rollout successful despite challenges, governors say

The transition to SHA represents a pivotal moment in Kenya's healthcare reform, with governors insisting that collaboration and patience are vital for its success

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

SHA rollout successful despite challenges, governors say

KNCHR report: State on spot over surge in killings, abductions

At least 60 people were killed during the Gen-Z protests in June and July, according to a report by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

KNCHR report: State on spot over surge in killings, abductions

Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups

Civil societies have said President William Ruto's administration has undermined national interest through corruption, poor governance and violation of human rights.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

Ruto is to blame for ills afflicting Kenyans, say civil society groups

KNCHR accuses State of killings, abductions and violation of human rights

At least 60 people were killed during the Gen-Z protests held in June and July this year, a report by Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has revealed.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

KNCHR accuses State of killings, abductions and violation of human rights

Fruits of Saudi Arabia love turn sour: Kenyan mothers fight for their stateless children

The children are of mixed descent; unrecognised back in their mothers' country while their fathers' countries do not know they exist. Equally, the host country does not know they exist.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

Fruits of Saudi Arabia love turn sour: Kenyan mothers fight for their stateless children

How expat parents in Saudi can apply for birth certificates online

Repatriates applying for birth certificates for their children born in Saudi Arabia can do so online following specific legal and procedural requirements.

By Jacinta Mutura 2 months ago

How expat parents in Saudi can apply for birth certificates online

CS Tuya calls for enhanced mental wellness for inmates, officers

Calls to prioritise mental wellness for prison workers and inmates dominated the closing ceremony of the three-day day Correctional Services Week.

By Jacinta Mutura 3 months ago

CS Tuya calls for enhanced mental wellness for inmates, officers

Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees

Human rights groups have condemned the government over the repatriation of four Turkish refugees.

By Jacinta Mutura 3 months ago

Human rights groups protest repatriation of four Turkish refugees

Mudavadi says 7, 000 Kenyans stranded in Lebanon amid conflict

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi says that out of the estimated 26,000 Kenyans in Lebanon only 7,119 have registered to be evacuated.

By Jacinta Mutura and Josphat Thiong'o 3 months ago

Mudavadi says 7, 000 Kenyans stranded in Lebanon amid conflict

Despair rules in Lebanon as Kenyan workers cry out for help

As war rages in Lebanon, Kenyan migrant workers have found themselves between a rock and a hard place even as the Kenya government begins the process to evacuate them.

By Okumu Modachi and Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Despair rules in Lebanon as Kenyan workers cry out for help

Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets

Archbishop of Nairobi Philip Anyolo said the new centre under the Rescue Dada program builds to the church's efforts to protect and support vulnerable children.

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Rescue Dada centre gives hope to destitute girls in the streets

New project launched to boost fight for children's rights

The fight for children rights has received a major boost after the launch of a new project aimed at strengthening protection of child rights in the country.

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

New project launched to boost fight for children's rights

Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations

As the Kenya Kwanza gov't marks two years in office, boasting of milestones, civil society and human rights groups have raised concerns over the growing disregard for human rights.

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Human rights groups raise alarm over escalating human rights violations

Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act

The man in his 40s had mastered her routine and would spot her playing with friends. He was arrested but later released with police saying the case was dismissed in court.

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Multi-defilement victim, 12, lives in fear but police reluctant to act

Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans

The demand for Chinese language is steadily growing in Kenya, offering a wide range of professional opportunities

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Chinese language unlocks opportunities for Kenyans

Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming

The government has embarked on a strategic shift in its school feeding program by piloting a new homegrown model in Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties.

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Homegrown school feeding program launched to support education, boost local farming

Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board

The debate that parents and the government have shied away from is once again in the fore, with Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba weighing in.

By Jacinta Mutura 4 months ago

Hillside tragedy revives debate on whether learners should board

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