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04 Jul

Wajir Governor boosts health services by commissioning 200 new healthcare workers

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Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi has claimed that his administration is struggling with pilferage of medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and essential medical items at various health facilities across the county. This comes despite Governor Abdullahi’s administration allocating 40 percent of its annual budget to healthcare, with healthcare workers alone consuming a substantial Sh2 billion. Speaking at the Wajir Afya House during the commissioning of 200 healthcare workers on Thursday, Governor Abdullahi stated that his administration is also grappling with staff attendance issues at various work stations. He attributed these problems to the presence of ghost workers, which he said has adversely affected…

04 Jul

President Ruto Chairs Critical Cabinet Meeting Amid Calls for Resolutions

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President William Ruto is currently presiding over a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi. According to Statehouse Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed, this is first Cabinet meeting Ruto has chaired since the nationwide protests against the Finance Bill 2024 began on 25th June, 2024. The meeting follows calls from several Senators urging the President to make significant changes to his administration. Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale publicly demanded the dismissal of certain Cabinet Secretaries and the abolition of various public offices, including the Chief Administrative Secretary office and the Office of the First Lady. Khalwale also called for the removal of the Inspector…

04 Jul

Defence CS Aden Duale Defends June Ruto’s Enrollment in National Security Program

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Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has defended the enrollment of President William Ruto’s daughter, June Ruto, in a one-year National Security Strategy program at the National Defence College (NDC). Duale’s clarification comes in response to public outcry from Kenyans who view June’s selection as a blatant instance of nepotism within the Kenya Kwanza administration. The controversy arose after unverified reports claimed that June Ruto had been appointed Director of Foreign Service and would be participating in the NDC course. Speaking on Citizen TV, Duale clarified that June was nominated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where she is employed, to…

04 Jul

Standard Group Employees Protest Over Unpaid Wages with Music-Only Broadcasts

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In an unprecedented move, employees of Standard Group's radio stations—Radio Maisha, Spice FM, Berur FM, and Vybez Radio—have put all programming on hold, opting to play only music as they protest against unpaid wages. The employees, who have not been paid since August 2023, have taken a stand by refusing to go on air and are demanding immediate action from the management. One employee, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed their frustration, saying, "We have been patient for 10 months, hoping the situation would improve. But nothing has changed, and we can't continue working under these conditions." The Standard Group…

04 Jul

Uganda Begins Direct Bulk Importation of Petroleum Products Through Kenya

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The Ugandan government has initiated the direct bulk importation of petroleum products, marking a significant shift in its fuel supply strategy. The first consignment, carried by Mt. Navig 8 Martinez, arrived with 58,000 metric tonnes of petrol in Mombasa, imported by the Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC) since its establishment in 2015. This new government initiative through UNOC aims to lower petroleum prices by streamlining distribution to oil marketers within Uganda, effectively locking out many previous importers. Uganda selected Kenya over Tanzania for its modern oil handling infrastructure, following the launch of the KSh40 billion new Kipevu Oil Terminal (KOT)…

04 Jul

KeSSHA Pledges to Reform School Funding and Examination Processes

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The newly elected chair of the Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KeSSHA), Willie Kuria, has vowed to initiate crucial dialogues with the government, specifically through the Ministry of Education, to ensure that school capitation funds are sent directly to schools. Kuria emphasized that the current delays in capitation from the government hinder the smooth operation of educational institutions. Speaking during the celebrations at Murang’a High School, Kuria criticized the government for the funding delays, stating, "It affects education since schools are unable to run smoothly." His commitment to streamlining the funding process aims to alleviate these issues and ensure that…

03 Jul

DP Gachagua asks youth to call off protests

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked young people to call off planned peaceful protests to guard against infiltration by criminals whose mission is to cause mayhem in the country. The Deputy President said cessation of the protests will give room to security officers to crackdown on and deal firmly with criminals who Tuesday meted violence on other Kenyans, besides looting and destroying property. Speaking in Mirera village, in Laikipia County, Mr Gachagua appealed to young people to call off the protests given that President William Ruto has acceded to their demands and dropped the Finance Bill 2024. He said it…

03 Jul

Safaricom Supports Kenyans Affected by Protests

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Safaricom has announced a comprehensive response plan to aid Kenyans affected by the ongoing situation in the country, commencing with immediate after-care for patients, and infrastructure development support to hospitals. Speaking at Kenyatta National Hospital, where Safaricom and M-PESA Foundations made a KES 15 million donation, Safaricom CEO, Peter Ndegwa, said “Our Foundations are there to stand with people, especially in times of need. We are happy to provide hospitals with structured support in times of emergencies, both for infrastructure improvement and patient recovery.’’ As part of the donation, KES 10 million will go to the hospital’s Disaster Response Centre,…

03 Jul

Raila Odinga Condemns Criminal Elements in Protests

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Former Prime Minister and ODM Leader Raila Odinga has condemned the escalation of violence and criminal activities during the recent protests that started as peaceful demonstrations by young Kenyans. In a press release issued today, Odinga highlighted the degeneration of initially peaceful protests into chaos, looting, and destruction of property. "What started as an expression of disaffection with the government by young Kenyans through peaceful protests and presentation of petitions to authorities degenerated into chaos and mayhem yesterday," Odinga stated. He emphasized that the original protestors, primarily from Gen Z, were not responsible for the violent turn of events. Odinga's…

03 Jul

IPOA Condemns Attacks on Police Officers During Protests

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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has expressed serious concerns over the recent attacks on police officers during the ongoing Anti-Finance Bill protests across the country. In a press release issued today, IPOA highlighted specific incidents including a raid on Bondo Police Station in Siaya County and the assault of a police officer attached to Sigomere Police Station, who is currently receiving treatment for serious injuries at Maxcure Hospital in Kisumu. The IPOA, which is responsible for monitoring police conduct, has been investigating reports of police excesses during the protests. However, it has also noted with alarm the growing number…