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09 Jul

JCC Founder Bishop Allan Kiuna, Passes Away After Long Battle with Cancer

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Bishop Allan Kiuna, the esteemed Founder and General Overseer of Jubilee Christian Centre (JCC), has passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer. The revered religious leader died peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith and community service that has touched countless lives. Bishop Kiuna, alongside his wife Reverend Kathy Kiuna, founded JCC in 1999. The church has since grown into one of Kenya’s largest and most influential Christian congregations, known for its vibrant worship services, charitable initiatives, and strong community outreach programs. The news of his passing has been met with an outpouring of grief and tributes from church…

09 Jul

MP Peter Kaluma Opposes Scrapping of NG-CDF, Criticizes Senators’ Proposal

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Homa Bay Town MP, Peter Kaluma, has strongly opposed the proposal by some Senators to abolish the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), calling it ill-advised and misguided. Kaluma defended the NG-CDF, citing its significant impact on improving school infrastructure across the country. He emphasized that the fund had played a crucial role in revitalizing neglected schools and establishing new educational facilities in remote areas. "The NG-CDF has not only rebuilt our schools but has also ensured access to education in remote regions where schools were previously nonexistent," Kaluma stated. He criticized the suggestion to channel the funds through county…

09 Jul

Train Derails And Kills One, Leaves 66 Injured in Kajiado

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A tragic train derailment in the Duka Moja area of Kajiado West sub-county has resulted in one fatality and left numerous passengers injured on Tuesday morning. The passenger train, owned by Tata Chemicals Limited Magadi, was traveling from Magadi to Kajiado town, carrying over 100 passengers and goods. According to eyewitnesses, the train lost control as it approached a bridge around 8 am, veered off the tracks, and overturned. The accident caused chaos and panic among passengers. Sixty-six individuals with minor injuries were quickly rushed to Kajiado County Referral Hospital, where they received treatment and were subsequently discharged. Ten others,…

09 Jul

Suba South MP Caroli Omondi Challenges ODM Party Over Recall Threats

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Suba South legislator Caroli Omondi has criticized the ODM party leadership for their recent threats to oust him from his parliamentary post. Omondi asserted that last week’s decision by the party to recall him was an empty threat with no legal backing. Omondi emphasized that those calling for his recall are not voters in his constituency and thus have no mandate to remove him. This statement follows the ODM party leadership's announcement last Tuesday to initiate the process of recalling Omondi and five other MPs for supporting the controversial Finance Bill 2024. Addressing his constituents, Omondi urged them not to…

09 Jul

Ruto To Sign The IEBC Amendment Bill, 2024. Have You Read it?

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President William Ruto is set to formally assent to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Amendment Bill, 2024 today, marking a significant milestone in electoral reform ahead of the upcoming general elections. The bill, which was recently passed by both houses of Parliament, aims to enhance the transparency and efficiency of Kenya's electoral processes. But have you read it? Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2024

09 Jul

Kenya Media Sector Working Group Calls for National Dialogue After Gen-Z Protests

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The Kenya Media Sector Working Group (KMSWG) has recognized the recent protests led by Kenya's Gen-Z, emphasizing the critical national conversation they have ignited. The KMSWG commends the courage and determination of these young Kenyans in bringing pressing issues to the forefront of public discourse, demanding respectful and genuine attention from those in authority. The protests have highlighted various concerns, including economic hardship, youth unemployment, educational challenges, and the need for good governance. The KMSWG applauds the government's decision to withdraw the Finance Bill (2024) in response to the protests, viewing it as a positive step towards listening and adapting.…

08 Jul

President Ruto to Assent to the IEBC Amendment Bill, 2024 Tomorrow

admin0 CommentsNewsIEBC ACT 2024, IEBC BIll 2024, William Ruto

President William Ruto is set to sign the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Amendment Bill, 2024, into law tomorrow. This move comes in response to the demands of Gen Z protesters, who have been calling for greater accountability and the recall of underperforming members of parliament. The Bill will also address concerns in constituencies that have been without legislators, such as Banissa Constituency, which fell vacant following the death of MP Kulow Hassan more than 12 months ago. The IEBC Amendment Bill, 2024, seeks to introduce pivotal reforms aimed at refining the operational framework of the IEBC. The proposed…

08 Jul

Kilifi Leaders Demand Unconditional Release of Arrested Gen Z Protesters

admin0 CommentsNewsKilifi County, Senator Stewart Madzayo

Kilifi leaders are calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Kilifi Gen Zs who participated in the recent weekly protests against the finance bill. In a press briefing held in Kilifi town, Senator Stewart Madzayo and Malindi MP Amina Mnyazi alleged that approximately ten youths, previously released by the courts last week, were rearrested and are currently being detained without any formal charges. Madzayo, who also serves as the Senate Minority Leader, urged President William Ruto to urgently summon the Kilifi County Police to ensure the youths' release, as their current whereabouts remain unknown. “These youths were exercising their…

08 Jul

Clinical Officers End 99-Day Strike, Set to Resume Work Tuesday

admin0 CommentsNewsClinical Officers, Council of Governors (CoG), Strike

Clinical officers who have been on strike for the past 99 days will return to work starting Tuesday morning. The national union has called off the strike and urged its members to report to their respective workplaces immediately. However, clinical officers in hospitals run by the national government will remain on strike. The union accuses the Ministry of Health of failing to honor any of their demands. According to George Gibore, the national secretary general of the clinical officers' union, county governments, through the Council of Governors (CoG), have fulfilled their commitments. These include providing insurance covers for clinical officers…

08 Jul

Murkomen: Your Feedback is Key As We Review Roads Maintenance Levy

admin0 CommentsNewsKipchumba Murkomen, Road

The Ministry of Roads and Transport has announced a proposed review of the Roads Maintenance Levy to address a significant maintenance deficit. In a statement issued on 8th July, 2024, Roads Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen thanked Kenyans for their input on road maintenance. “We will analyse the reports received on email and social media platforms as well as the submissions made today, and we will come up with a decision that corresponds with the recommendations from the public”. The road network in Kenya has expanded from 166,451km in 2016 to 239,122km in 2024, necessitating regular upkeep. The current levy of…