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06 Jul

Kwale Governor Urges Youths to Maintain Peace and Support Tourism

admin0 CommentsNewsFatuma Achani, Kwale County

In the wake of nationwide demonstrations, Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani has called on the youth in Diani and Msambweni Subcounty to uphold the law and serve as peace ambassadors. The area, renowned for its tourism investments and attractions, has long been a vital source of income for the local community. Governor Achani's appeal comes after a tumultuous week of countrywide protests triggered by the passage of the controversial 2024/2025 Finance Bill by the National Assembly. The protests resulted in deaths, extensive property damage, and business disruptions. Criminal gangs exploited the unrest, causing further chaos and injuries in Diani. Addressing…

06 Jul

Machakos County: Nurses Threaten Strike Over Delayed Promotions and Lack of Supplies

admin0 CommentsNewsKenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) Machakos Branch Secretary Michael Saka, Nurses

Nurses in Machakos County are on the brink of a strike as they demand immediate action on long-standing issues of delayed promotions and inadequate medical supplies. Led by Kenya National Union of Nurses (KNUN) Machakos Branch Secretary Michael Saka, the health workers issued a stern warning on Thursday, giving the County Government a 21-day notice to address their grievances or face industrial action. Saka highlighted that over 1,015 nurses have been stuck in the same job group for the past seven years, despite promises from the Governor earlier this year to expedite promotions. While some nurses have seen progress, the…

06 Jul

Engineers Board of Kenya Prepares for Washington Accord Evaluation

admin0 CommentsNewsEngineers Board of Kenya (EBK), Washington Accord

The Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) conducted a significant retreat aimed at gearing up for the forthcoming Washington Accord evaluation. The primary objectives of the retreat were to draft Self-Assessment Reports, align engineering curricula with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) standards, and review accreditation criteria. This retreat marks a crucial step in ensuring that Kenya’s engineering education and accreditation processes meet international standards. Background of the Washington Accord The Washington Accord, established in 1989, is an international agreement among bodies responsible for accrediting engineering degree programs. It recognizes the substantial equivalency of programs accredited by those bodies and recommends that graduates of…

05 Jul

President Ruto Flags Off Kenyan Olympics Team with Pledge of Full Support

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President William Ruto has officially flagged off Kenya's 79-member National Olympics team from State House Nairobi, ahead of their participation in the upcoming Paris Olympics. The contingent comprises 70 athletes set to compete in various Olympic disciplines, alongside nine Paralympians. In his address, President Ruto reiterated the government's commitment to providing comprehensive support to the athletes, ensuring they represent Kenya with distinction at the international sporting event starting later this month in Paris, France. "We are fully behind our team as they embark on this journey to the Paris Olympics. Their dedication and achievements make us proud, and we have…

05 Jul

Suspected Child Traffickers Lynched by Mob in Butere

admin0 CommentsNewsChild Trafficking, Kakamega

Two individuals suspected of child trafficking killed by an enraged mob cornered in the Elukokho area of Butere Sub County, Kakamega County. According to Area Police Commander Julius Kiptoo, the victims, identified as of Somali origin, were part of a group attempting to abduct a class eight pupil from Buluanda Primary School. Kiptoo reported that the swift action of the child who raised an alarm alerted local residents, who swiftly mobilized with crude weapons to confront the traffickers. In the ensuing chaos, the mob overwhelmed the suspects, resulting in fatal injuries for two while the remaining seven managed to escape…

05 Jul

Man Charged with Murder of Form Four Student in Kakamega

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John Odinga, a middle-aged man, has been charged with the murder of Cynthia Akinyi, a Form Four student at Kibra Soccer Academy, in a case heard before Lady Justice Chirchir Chebet at the Kakamega High Court. The court was told that the incident occurred on October 4, 2021, as the deceased was traveling from Nairobi to Kakamega for the holidays. Akinyi’s journey began at the Country Bus terminus in Nairobi, where her aunt, Caroline Wanga, escorted her, paid her fare, and provided her with her uncle David Wanga’s phone number for her arrival at Shianda market in Kakamega County. Throughout…

05 Jul

Suspected Kidnapper Arrested, Victim Rescued

admin0 CommentsNewsKenya Police, Kidnap

After days of relentless pursuit, detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Dagoretti, Nairobi County, have successfully rescued a 7-year-old boy and apprehended the suspect responsible for his abduction. The incident, which took place on June 30, 2024, occurred in Kawangware, sending shockwaves through the local community. The young victim was abducted within the premises of his father’s church, Apostolic Pentecostal Church, located in the Congo area of Kawangware. The kidnapping left the clergyman's family in deep distress and ignited an intensive search operation by law enforcement. Detectives worked tirelessly for days to track down the boy. Their efforts…

05 Jul

Kenya Suspends Recruitment of Civil Servants For A Year

admin0 CommentsNewsMoses Kuria, Public Service Commission

The Ministry of Public Service has suspended all new and ongoing recruitment in the public service for the next one year. This measure, announced by the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Moses Kuria, aligns with austerity efforts to control runaway recurrent expenditures and ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management Act 2012, which mandates that Kenya’s public wage bill should not exceed 35 percent of national revenue. In a letter addressed to Amb. Anthony Muchiri, Chairperson of the Public Service Commission, Kuria cited the need to halt any new recruitment and any ongoing processes that have not been concluded. “During…

05 Jul

Meru County Refutes Controller of Budget Report on Foreign Travel Expenditure

admin0 CommentsNewsKawira Mwangaza

The Meru County government has strongly denied a recent report by the Office of the Controller of Budget claiming that it spent Ksh. 1 billion on foreign travels within nine months up to March 2024. In a media briefing held at the Meru County government headquarters today, Ibrahim Mutwiri, the County Executive Committee Member for Finance, clarified that the actual expenditure on foreign travel during that period was Ksh. 43.75 million, not Ksh. 1 billion as reported. Mutwiri explained, "The correct figure for the Meru County government's expenditure on foreign travel from June 2023 to March 2024 was Ksh. 43.75…

05 Jul

President Ruto’s Stringent Austerity Measures

admin0 CommentsNewsWilliam Ruto

In a bid to streamline government operations and enhance fiscal discipline, President William Ruto has unveiled a series of austerity measures aimed at reducing expenditure and improving efficiency across ministries and state agencies. Speaking during a press briefing, President Ruto outlined the following key initiatives: a. Dissolution of State Corporations: "47 State Corporations with overlapping and duplicative functions will be dissolved," President Ruto declared. This move is expected to eliminate operational and maintenance costs associated with these entities, with their functions integrated into respective line ministries. Employees currently working in these corporations will be transferred to ministries and other state…