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26 Jul

Rwanda: Northern Corridor Meetings Mark Significant Progress in Regional Integration

admin0 CommentsAfricaKenya, Kigali, Rwanda, Uganda

The second day of the ongoing Northern Corridor Integration Projects (NCIPs) meetings at the Radisson Blue Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda, has marked a pivotal moment in the implementation of directives from the 14th NCIPs Heads of State Summit. The meetings focused on the Single Customs Territory (SCT) and the Immigration, Tourism, Trade, Labour, and Services (ITTLS) cluster. The ITTLS cluster meetings produced recommendations aimed at expediting the implementation of East African Community (EAC) directives to accelerate regional development. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for September 2024 to finalize updates before the 15th Summit. Partner States are to reconstitute their ITTLS…

25 Jul

Lawyer Donald Kipkorir Blocked Arrest of Former Treasury CS Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u

admin0 CommentsNewsDonald Kipkorir, Prof. Njuguna Ndung'u

In a candid revelation, lawyer Donald B. Kipkorir shared the behind-the-scenes efforts that saved former Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury Prof. Njuguna Ndung'u from arrest during his tenure as Central Bank Governor. Kipkorir disclosed that Prof. Ndung'u, who had fallen out with then-President Uhuru Kenyatta over alleged procurement corruption, sought his help to avoid arrest. "Because fear is gone, let me tell you about our dismissed National Treasury CS Finance Minister Prof. Njuguna Ndung'u. As Central Bank Governor, he fell out with President Uhuru Kenyatta. The Government was going to arrest him on alleged procurement corruption. He came to…

25 Jul

NARC Kenya Exits Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition

admin0 CommentsNewsMartha Karua, NARC Kenya

NARC Kenya has officially announced its exit from the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition, citing untenable conditions due to prevailing political developments. Yesterday, President William Ruto nominated four members of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), an affiliates party, to join his government as cabinet secretaries: Hassan Joho, Wycliffe Oparanya, John Mbadi and Opiyo Wandayi. In a letter dated July 25, 2024, addressed to Junet Mohammed, the Secretary General of the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Secretariat, NARC Kenya communicated its decision. The letter, signed by Asha Bashir, the Acting Secretary General of NARC Kenya, states, "Kindly take note that…

25 Jul

MPs AND Senators slam donor influence in the health sector for funding HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and vaccine programs.

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A joint session of Parliament's Health Committee has raised concerns about attempts by donor partners in the health sector to economically disadvantage Kenya through practices that foster overdependence on their support for financing programs related to HIV/AIDS, malaria, and vaccine procurement. The National Assembly Health Committee and the Senate Standing Committee on Health allege that these agencies have developed a habit of creating algorithms designed to advance their interests at the expense of the Kenyan people. The lawmakers pointed an accusing finger at the Global Fund and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI), describing them as the most…

25 Jul

ODM Bags Four Positions in Ruto’s Cabinet

admin0 CommentsNewsHassan Joho, John Mbadi, William Ruto

Four members of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have been nominated for Cabinet Secretary positions in the Kenya Kwanza government. The nominees are part of President William Ruto's effort to create a broad-based government. The ODM members nominated include Wycliffe Oparanya for Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs, Hassan Joho for Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs, James Opiyo Wandayi for Energy and Petroleum, and John Mbadi for the National Treasury and Economic Planning. In addition to the four ODM nominees, other nominees announced today by President Ruto are: Former Attorney General Justin Muturi for Public Service and Human Capital…

25 Jul

Explosion at Mandera Hotel Leaves Five Civilians Seriously Injured

admin0 CommentsCountiesMandera County, Terrorism

Five civilians are nursing serious injuries following an explosion that occurred at a hotel in Mandera County on Wednesday. Mandera County Police Commander Samuel Mutunga confirmed the incident, which took place around 12:10 pm on Wednesday. According to Mutunga, the attacker placed a paper bag containing an improvised explosive device (IED) outside the hotel. The suspicious package was noticed by hotel workers shortly before it exploded, injuring five individuals, including some passersby. The injured were promptly rushed to Mandera Referral Hospital for treatment. Police Commander Mutunga assured residents of their safety and pledged to continue the investigation until the perpetrators are…

24 Jul

Wavinya Scolds Raila Over ODM Inclusion In Ruto’s Cabinet

admin0 CommentsNewsWavinya Ndeti, William Ruto

Just hours after President William Ruto announced his second set of Cabinet nominees, including key figures from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti took a jab at opposition leader Raila Odinga for his party's decision to join the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking at Katangi in Yatta Sub-County during the launch of the tarmacking of Katangi-Kithimani road, Governor Ndeti declared that the Wiper party would now assume the role of opposition in national politics. "We are telling Raila that we respect his decision. As Wiper party members, we contend with your choice. Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka supported you…

24 Jul

Ethiopian Airlines Faces Suspension of Flights to Eritrea

admin0 CommentsAfricaAirlines, Eritrea, Ethiopia

Ethiopian Airlines has announced it received a notice from the Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority regarding the suspension of all flights to Eritrea. The notice, dated July 21, 2024, indicates the suspension will take effect on September 30, 2024. The Eritrean Civil Aviation Authority cites "consistent and persistent malicious trading practices" by Ethiopian Airlines as the reason for the suspension. Allegations include systematic and organized passengers' luggage theft, pilferage, damage, prolonged delays, and loss without compensation. Additionally, they accuse Ethiopian Airlines of unjustified and unwarranted price hikes and other irregularities. Despite repeated calls for rectification, no improvements have been made, leading…

24 Jul

President William Ruto Announces New Cabinet Nominations

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President William Ruto has announced a series of new cabinet nominations. The appointments, aimed at reinforcing key ministries, bring a blend of experienced and fresh faces to the forefront of Kenya's executive branch. The nominees are expected to lead their respective ministries with immediate effect, pending approval. New Cabinet Nominations: 1. Ministry of Defence: Hon. Roselinda Soipan Tuya 2. Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry: Hon. Aden Barre Duale 3. The National Treasury and Economic Planning:Hon. John Mbadi Ng'ongo 4. Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry: Hon.Salim Mvurya Mgala 5. Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife: Ms. Rebecca Miano 6. Ministry of…

24 Jul

Kenya’s Valarie Waswa picked for inaugural ITU-Huawei digital talent program

admin0 CommentsTechnologyHuawei, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)

Valarie Neema Waswa of Kenya is among the inaugural cohort of the Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) fellows who recently completed their development week in Switzerland. The GCYLP, an initiative launched by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in partnership with Huawei, supports 30 fellows each year for a period of three years. Fellows, aged 18-28, receive mentorship and financial support to use digital technology to drive community development over the course of one year. The program's week-long activities include leadership fireside chats, an intergenerational panel discussion, and visits to Geneva University, Palais de Nations, and Huawei Switzerland in Zurich.…