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07 Jul

Cabinet Secretary Embroiled in Scandal During Foreign Trip

admin0 CommentsNewsCabinet Secretary, Kenya

A Cabinet Secretary known for frequently making headlines for the wrong reasons has landed in hot water again. During an official foreign trip, the CS found himself at the centre of a scandal involving an extramarital affair. According to sources, the CS was accompanied by one of his girlfriends, a woman who is married. Unbeknownst to them, the woman's husband had discovered their plans and traveled ahead of the pair, booking a room at the same hotel they intended to stay in. Upon their arrival, the husband confronted the duo in the hotel lobby. The situation quickly escalated as the…

07 Jul

Kalonzo Musyoka Says Rex Masai’s Sacrifice Sparks Governance Shift

admin0 CommentsNewsKalonzo Musyoka, Rex Kanyike Masai

Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has declared that Rex Kanyike Masai's sacrifice during protests against the Finance Bill 2024 in Nairobi County will catalyze significant change in Kenya's governance. Rex, among the Gen Z protesters armed with plastic water bottles and national flags, faced the harsh reality of Inspector General of Police Japheth Koome's "Shoot-To-Kill" order, becoming the first casualty in a series that claimed 40 young Kenyan lives and left hundreds injured over the past two weeks. As the nation grapples with these tragic events, Rex Kanyike Masai's legacy serves as a poignant reminder of Kenya's ongoing struggle for justice…

07 Jul

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani Commits to Supporting Local Film Industry

admin0 CommentsEntertainmentDavid Anguka, Fatuma Achani, Kwale County, Mvera

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani has pledged to nurture and support talents in the burgeoning film industry of the coastal county. In a recent meeting with film producer David Anguka and local actors in Matuga Sub County, Governor Achani emphasized her administration's commitment to fostering creativity, innovation, and growth in the local film sector. "We are dedicated to creating an environment that nurtures creativity and innovation," said Governor Achani. "Our administration will invest in the necessary infrastructure to ensure the growth of the local film industry, complementing the efforts of stakeholders who have built this industry from the ground up." Governor…

07 Jul

Communications Authority of Kenya Revokes 27 Licenses for Postal and Courier Operators

admin0 CommentsNewsCommunications Authority of Kenya (CA)), David Mugonyi

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), under the direction of Director General David Mugonyi, has revoked licenses for more than 20 courier and parcel service providers/operators. This decisive action is in line with the provisions of the Kenya Information and Communications Act, 1998. Mugonyi emphasized that this measure is necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and maintain the integrity of the communications sector in Kenya. The affected service providers/operators will no longer be authorized to operate or provide the services specified in their respective licenses. The affected companies are: Borderline Ventures Limited Bullbar Logistics and Couriers Company Limited Chauffers…

07 Jul

Haiti’s New Government Seeks to End Gang Violence and Facilitate Elections

admin0 CommentsWorldHaiti, Prime Minister Garry Conille

Haiti's newly installed Transitional Presidential Council and Government have called for the mobilization of all available resources to ensure this transition is the final one. Addressing the United Nations Security Council, interim Prime Minister Garry Conille stressed the critical need to address the rampant gang violence that has stymied political progress and economic development. Conille emphasized that with 12,000 armed gangs holding 12 million people hostage, no political or economic projects can succeed without first tackling the security crisis. In his inaugural public appearance before the Council, Conille revealed that the new Government has already engaged in several working sessions…

07 Jul

Forest Ecosystems: The Life Support of Our Planet, Stresses UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed

admin0 CommentsWorldBrazzaville, Congo, United Nations

UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed emphasized the critical role forest ecosystems play in sustaining life on Earth. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the first International Conference on Afforestation and Reforestation in Brazzaville, held under the auspices of the Republic of Congo with the support of the African Union, marked a significant step in global efforts to combat deforestation and promote sustainable development. "I am deeply honored to be here today at the inaugural International Conference on Afforestation and Reforestation," began Deputy Secretary-General Mohammed. "We congratulate President Denis Sassou Nguesso for his visionary initiative launched in 2022 at the UN…

07 Jul

Ruto Congratulates Keir Starmer on Election as UK Prime Minister

admin0 CommentsNewsKeir Starmer, Kenya, United Kingdom, William Ruto

President William Ruto has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Keir Starmer following his election as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. In a statement, President Ruto lauded Starmer's victory and the Labour Party's overwhelming support in the recent elections. "On behalf of the government and the people of Kenya, I wish to convey my utmost congratulations to Sir Keir Starmer on the overwhelming support garnered by the Labour Party at the just-concluded elections and his subsequent appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom," President Ruto stated. President Ruto highlighted that Starmer's election reflects the United Kingdom's citizens' deep…

07 Jul

Government to Permanently Relocate Flood-Affected Schools in Tana River County

admin0 CommentsNewsAli Wario, Ezekiel Machogu, Harsama Kello, Tana River

The national government has announced plans to permanently relocate some of the schools affected by floods in Tana River County. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu, during a tour of schools and IDP camps in Tana Delta Sub County, emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring uninterrupted learning activities in the region. He was accompanied by Principal Secretary for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) Harsama Kello and Garsen MP Ali Wario. “We have set aside funds that will be topped up with the NGCDF for the construction of classrooms and improving infrastructure in schools,” said Machogu. The ministry has allocated funds for…

06 Jul

Mudavadi to Grace CPF’s AGM Tuesday

admin0 CommentsNewsMusalia Mudavadi

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will on Tuesday grace the County Pension Fund (CPF) Annual General Meeting. The event will be held at the Edge Convention Centre, Nairobi. The AGM will provide a comprehensive overview of the CPF Group Schemes' performance over the past year, highlighting key achievements and outlining strategic plans for the future.

06 Jul

Machakos County to name a street after Rex Kanyike, a Youth Killed in Nairobi

admin0 CommentsNewsBabu Owino, Edwin Sifuna, Machakos, Rex Kanyike Masai, Wavinya Ndeti

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has announced plans to lobby the Machakos County Assembly to approve the naming of a street after Rex Kanyike Masai, a Generation Z youth who tragically lost his life during the finance bill protests in Nairobi. Speaking during Rex’s burial in Kyamuthanga village, Muvuti location in Machakos on Friday, Governor Wavinya Ndeti honored Rex as a hero who should be remembered for his bravery and dedication to fighting for the rights of Kenyans. Rex was fatally shot during demonstrations against the 2024 Finance Bill, which sparked widespread protests across the country. "Rex was a hero. He…