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President Ruto Nominates Kithure Kindiki To Replace Rigathi Gachagua As Deputy President
18 Oct

President Ruto Nominates Kithure Kindiki To Replace Rigathi Gachagua As Deputy President

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President William Ruto has nominated Prof. Kithure Kindiki to replace former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who was impeached by Parliament. The announcement was made on Friday morning by Speaker Moses Wetangula in a communication to the National Assembly. "Pursuant to the provisions of Standing Order 42(1), I wish to report to the House that today morning I have received a message from the President regarding the nomination of Kithure Kindiki to fill the vacancy which has occurred in the Office of the Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya following the impeachment of the previous office holder," stated Wetangula. Prof.…
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Justice Mwamunye Forced to Adjourn Case on Adani After Kenyans Jam Virtual Session
17 Oct

Justice Mwamunye Forced to Adjourn Case on Adani After Kenyans Jam Virtual Session

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The High Court was on Thursday forced to adjourn its hearing of a case involving Adani Group Limited after Kenyans stormed the virtual courtroom, disrupting the session. Several Kenyans reportedly sneaked into the virtual court proceedings after accessing details of the online court session and began shouting "Adani Must Go! JKIA is not for sale," prompting the judge to intervene. Despite Justice Mwamunye's efforts to call the session into order, his efforts hit the rocks, forcing him to halt the proceedings. The judge announced that an appropriate time to reconvene would be announced in due course. "I understand your protests…
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UK NGO To Equip Uasin Gishu VTCs With Training Tools
16 Oct

UK NGO To Equip Uasin Gishu VTCs With Training Tools

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Vocational Training Centres (VTC) in Uasin Gishu County are set to benefit from training tools and equipment through a partnership between the County, and a UK non-governmental organisation, Work Aid International. Through the partnership, the VTCs across the county will benefit from plumbing, milk pasteurisers, masonry tools, bakery equipment, and tailoring, among other tools and equipment. Work Aid International East Africa Regional Coordinator, Grace Mwangi, said the NGO was involved in empowering young people in Africa towards assisting them to become self-reliant by developing their skills and knowledge needed to compete for the limited gainful employment opportunities. Ms. Mwangi made…
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MPs Kagucia, Wandeto demand Kiama’s reinstatement as UoN VC
16 Oct

MPs Kagucia, Wandeto demand Kiama’s reinstatement as UoN VC

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Two MPs have demanded the reinstatement of Stephen Kiama as University of Nairobi Vice Chancellor saying his term was yet to expire. Kiama was sent packing by the Prof Amukowa Anangwe-led UON council saying his services were terminated on September 27, 2024. Without divulging the reasons behind the termination of the VC’s contract, the council said the same was communicated to the besieged VC. Mukurweini MP John Kagucia and Geoffrey Wandeto of Tetu have challenged the decision of the council, saying it raises a lot of questions. They said in a presser at Parliament that the Vice Chancellor should be left…
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MPs launch probe into missing title deed papers
16 Oct

MPs launch probe into missing title deed papers

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Parliament has launched an inquiry into the theft of security documents used to print title deeds at the government printer. The move comes weeks after the documents mysteriously disappeared in what the ministry attributed to land cartels. On Wednesday, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi directed the Lands Committee to inquire into the matter following a petition by Machakos Senator Kavindu Muthama. “This incident poses a significant threat to the integrity of land ownership documents in our country and could potentially lead to widespread land fraud,” Muthama said in her petition. In the statement, Muthama wants the committee to summon the ministry…
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Ecozen Climate Smart Technology comes in handy for farmers
16 Oct

Ecozen Climate Smart Technology comes in handy for farmers

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Ecozen, a climate-smart technology provider, is encouraging farmers to adopt sustainable energy practices as a crucial strategy to reduce postharvest losses. With the agricultural sector grappling with the growing challenges of climate change and resource constraints, Ecozen’s innovative solar-powered solutions present a promising approach to boosting productivity while promoting sustainability. These technologies not only address immediate issues but also support long-term resilience in farming communities, helping farmers transition to more efficient, eco-friendly practices. Karthik Govindrajan, Vice President of International Business at Ecozen Solutions Pvt. Ltd., emphasized the growing importance of renewable energy in transforming agricultural practices. “At Ecozen, we manufacture…
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Stakeholders in research, innovation converge to address emerging health risks from immigrants influx
16 Oct

Stakeholders in research, innovation converge to address emerging health risks from immigrants influx

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Stakeholders in Research and Innovation are converging in a one week symposium geared towards addressing emerging health risks from immigrant’s influx amid regional conflicts in our surrounding countries. The event dubbed ‘Research and Innovation for Sustainable Production and livelihoods’ has attracted a wide array of stakeholders including representatives from higher learning institutions, Industries, government bodies, International partners and individuals. According to Mt. Kenya University Director of Research and Innovations, Dr. Francis Makoha, the platform allows participants to showcase inventive ideas that could lead to pioneering products and services, such as spin-offs and new ventures. Dr Makoha emphasized the critical need…
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CBK lowers benchmark rate to 12pc
10 Oct

CBK lowers benchmark rate to 12pc

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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has lowered interest rates by 75 basis points in its latest review. The Monetary Policy Committee on Tuesday announced a cut in lending rates for the second consecutive time to 12pc from 12.75pc citing a decline in inflation. “The MPC noted that overall inflation has declined further and is expected to remain below the midpoint of the target range in the near term, supported by stable food inflation attributed to improved supply from the ongoing harvests, a stable exchange rate, and lower fuel inflation,” said Dr Kamau Thugge, CBK Governor. Kenya’s annual inflation rate…
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Mogo Fined Ksh.10.9M For Misleading Loan Practices
04 Oct

Mogo Fined Ksh.10.9M For Misleading Loan Practices

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The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has ordered asset financier Mogo to pay a penalty of Ksh.10.9 million for engaging in false and misleading representation and engaging in unconscionable conduct against its customers. Investigations into Mogo's practices were initiated following complaints submitted to the Authority by four customers between May 6, 2023, and April 11, 2024. The company, which specializes in car financing and logbook loans, has also been ordered to refund three loan customers a total of Ksh.344,939. This amount reflects the excess charges they incurred during repayment, as well as discrepancies in the dollar exchange rate applied at…
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