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Tigania East MP Mpuru Aburi Reports Threats to Life to DCI in Meru
16 Sep

Tigania East MP Mpuru Aburi Reports Threats to Life to DCI in Meru

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Tigania East Member of Parliament Mpuru Aburi has filed a statement with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Meru, alleging that his life is in danger. Aburi claims that there are coordinated efforts by some individuals, allegedly supported by a senior politician from Meru County, to plan his assassination. In his statement, Aburi indicated that these threats are linked to his strong political stance and positions within Meru County. He expressed concern that his outspoken views and political actions might have triggered these dangerous intentions against him. Aburi’s lawyer, Anthony Mwenda, emphasized the importance of documenting these threats with…
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Government Officers to Lead Nairobi River Restoration, Says President Ruto
16 Sep

Government Officers to Lead Nairobi River Restoration, Says President Ruto

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President William Ruto has announced that National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) will play a key role in the restoration of the Nairobi River Basin, as part of the government’s Climate WorX initiative set to begin on October 1. The initiative aims to transform the heavily polluted Nairobi River into a commercial and recreational asset, aligning with the city’s status as Kenya's capital and the global environmental capital, being the host city for the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). "Nairobi, as the capital of Kenya and host of UNEP, cannot continue to have a river in such a polluted state. The…
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Mt. Kenya Leadership Contest Heats Up as Waiguru Defends Region’s Qualified Leaders
16 Sep

Mt. Kenya Leadership Contest Heats Up as Waiguru Defends Region’s Qualified Leaders

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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has affirmed that the Mt. Kenya region is not lacking in qualified leaders for national representation. Speaking in Mwea during the distribution of socio-economic empowerment items, Waiguru emphasized that leadership in the region is based on proven track records, not individual dominance. She also reiterated the region's support for President William Ruto's development agenda. The governor's remarks come amid rising political tension in the region, as 48 MPs from Mt. Kenya and the diaspora recently endorsed Interior CS Kithure Kindiki as their link to the Executive, sidelining Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. This development, seen as a…
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ICT Sector Working Group Presents Reform Recommendations to CS Dr. Margaret Ndung’u
16 Sep

ICT Sector Working Group Presents Reform Recommendations to CS Dr. Margaret Ndung’u

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The Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, Dr. Margaret Ndung’u, has received a comprehensive report from the ICT Sector Working Group (SWG) recommending reforms in the country's ICT policies, laws, and operational structures. The report was presented during a ceremony at the Kenya School of Government (KSG). The SWG, which was established in September 2023, conducted an extensive review of the current ICT sector, collecting data and engaging various stakeholders. The report offers recommendations across ten key themes, including digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, emerging technologies, and media broadcasting, aiming to foster growth in Kenya's digital economy over the…
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Kiambu Governor Orders Probe into Allegations of Malpractice by Health Workers
16 Sep

Kiambu Governor Orders Probe into Allegations of Malpractice by Health Workers

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Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has ordered investigations into allegations of malpractice by a few health workers accused of colluding with private clinic owners to deny patients services and medications in order to refer them to the private facilities. The governor said those found guilty will face legal action in addition to termination. Speaking at the groundbreaking of the Uthiru Level Three Hospital in Kabete, the governor expressed concern over reports of patients being denied care and treatment at public health facilities. He said that despite significant investments in the health sector, including securing drug supplies and acquiring necessary equipment, some…
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Speaker Wetang’ula Calls for Swift Reconstitution of IEBC Ahead of Parliament’s Resumption
15 Sep

Speaker Wetang’ula Calls for Swift Reconstitution of IEBC Ahead of Parliament’s Resumption

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The Speaker of the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Moses Wetang’ula, this Sunday attended a solemn service at Chebukwa Catholic Church in Bungoma County, where he took the opportunity to call for the swift reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). His appeal comes ahead of Parliament's resumption after its recess. Speaking to the congregation, Hon. Wetang’ula emphasized the urgency of addressing the IEBC issue as there were many pending commission activities which had stalled due to lack of commissioners. "We cannot afford further delays on boundary reviews or pending by-elections in our wards and constituencies. I urge those…
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Lamu Leaders and Elders Vow to Defend Borders Amid Escalating Dispute with Garissa County
15 Sep

Lamu Leaders and Elders Vow to Defend Borders Amid Escalating Dispute with Garissa County

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Lamu County leaders and Bajuni community elders held a meeting to address the escalating border dispute with Garissa County, sparked by the recent posting of a chief from Garissa to Dar es Salaam Point in Ishakani, a location claimed to be within Lamu's borders. The Bajuni Council of Elders, led by Sultan Omar Shariff, and local elected officials strongly opposed the move and vowed to defend their county's territorial integrity. Lawyer Yusuf Abubakar, representing the community, emphasized that the boundaries between Lamu and Garissa are well-defined under the District and Provinces Act. The group plans to present maps and evidence…
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One Million Kenyans Face Poverty Due to Health Costs, Cancer a Major Cause
14 Sep

One Million Kenyans Face Poverty Due to Health Costs, Cancer a Major Cause

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One million Kenyans are at risk of falling into poverty each year due to high healthcare costs, with cancer being the leading factor, according to Dr. Patrick Amoth, Director General for Health. Speaking at the launch of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month at Kenyatta University Teaching Research and Referral Hospital (KUTRRH), Dr. Amoth emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring cancer treatment is fully covered under the new Social Health Authority (SHA) medical scheme, set to roll out on October 1, 2024. The event, themed "Reducing the Survival Gap," featured a public awareness walk and the commissioning of a pediatric oncology…
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Gachagua: Gov’t linking Jua Kali Sector to jobs, business financing
11 Sep

Gachagua: Gov’t linking Jua Kali Sector to jobs, business financing

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The Government is developing a framework of linking certified Jua Kali Sector workforce to formal employment and business financing opportunities locally and internationally, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said. The framework, which is underpinned by validation of skills and expertise of Jua Kali artisans as stipulated by the Recognition of Prior Learning Policy launched in March 2023, will provide a roadmap on assisting the workforce in the informal sector transition to the formal space for better pay and improved contribution to building a better economy. Under the RPLP,  skilled and experienced artisans apply to designated Technical and Vocational Education Training…
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Passengers stranded at JKIA following aviation workers’ strike
11 Sep

Passengers stranded at JKIA following aviation workers’ strike

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Passengers at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport are stranded following the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) strike that began at midnight. The strike has interrupted operations at Kenya’s airports with KAWU Secretary General Moss Ndiema appealing to travelers who had intended to use Kenya’s airports to make alternative plans. The Secretary General of KAWU which represents aviation workers from KAA, KCA, KQ, Swissport Kenya, Tradewinds Aviation Services and Eurocraft Agencies has also urged the government to set aside plans to lease airport operations Adani Airports Holding of India. On Monday, the High Court granted the Law Society of Kenya (LSK)…
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