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07 Jul

Kalonzo Musyoka Calls for #SabaSaba to Be National Holiday

admin0 CommentsNewsKalonzo Musyoka, Saba Saba Rally, Sabasaba Protests

Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for #SabaSaba to be recognized as a national holiday to honour the heroes who fought for democratic space in Kenya. Musyoka emphasized the importance of acknowledging both past and present efforts in the struggle for democracy. "Kenya's Gen Z have carried the struggle of #SabaSaba and are our heroines and heroes. Their sacrifices will not be forgotten. You have changed Kenya forever," Musyoka stated. As the nation reflects on #SabaSaba, Musyoka posed a critical question: "We ask on this #SabaSaba, are we a democracy?" This query invites contemplation on the current state of democratic…

07 Jul

DP Gachagua praises President Ruto over X-Space engagement with Gen-Z

admin0 CommentsNewsGen Z, Rigathi Gachagua, William Ruto, Youth

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Saturday evening praised President William Ruto for engaging and fielding questions from young Kenyans, Generation Z, through audio conversation on X-Spaces. Speaking in Nyeri town, the Deputy President lauded the young people for seeking to have a conversation with the President virtually, adding that this marked a turning point in public engagement towards good governance. "The young people did well to speak and this a new beginning for our country- that everybody matters. Every Kenyan has something to contribute to the wellbeing of our nation, including the young people. In fact, they know more than…

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

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

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…

06 Jul

LSK Opposes Presidential Taskforce on Forensic Audit of Public Debt

admin0 CommentsNewsFaith Odhiambo, Law Society of Kenya

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has publicly voiced its opposition to the recently established Presidential Taskforce on Forensic Audit of Public Debt. The Taskforce, formed under Gazette Notice No. 8261 of 2024, is mandated to audit public debt within 90 days and report its findings to the President. Yesterday, President William Ruto set up the debt Taskforce for a three-month operation. It is comprised of Nancy Onyango, Former Director of the Office of Internal Audit and Inspection (OIA) at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), who will lead the Taskforce. She will be deputized by Prof. Luis G. Franceschi. Other…