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Mike Kihaki

Public varsities on the breaking point as debts hit Sh72 billion

Public universities in the country are in a financial crisis, steering on the edge of collapse under a staggering Sh72.2 billion debt.

Public varsities on the breaking point as debts hit Sh72 billion

Kuppet: Capitation cuts will undermine public education

Kuppet: Capitation cuts will undermine public education

Dr David Ngugi appointed NACOSTI Acting Director-General

Dr David Ngugi appointed NACOSTI Acting Director-General

Moi University staff get redundancy letters, weeks after notice

Moi University staff get redundancy letters, weeks after notice

President Salva Kiir is alive and well, South Sudan Ministry says

South Sudan has dismissed rumors claiming that President Salva Kiir Mayardit has died, calling them “baseless and malicious.”

President Salva Kiir is alive and well, South Sudan Ministry says

Why mitumba still dominates Kenya's clothing market

Additionally, the average household spends Sh409 per quarter on used clothing compared to Sh783 on new items, confirming the affordability gap Mitumba fills.

Why mitumba still dominates Kenya's clothing market

We acted within our mandate as UoN council, Anangwe team says

The UoN Council has dispelled what it describes as “false narratives” surrounding its performance, role in leadership appointments, and its Chairperson’s conduct.

We acted within our mandate as UoN council, Anangwe team says

Booted: Eddy Oketch ordered to leave Senate for disorderly conduct

Migori Senator Eddy Oketch was ordered out of the Senate chambers after a heated exchange with temporary Speaker Catherine Mumma on Wednesday, May 14.

Booted: Eddy Oketch ordered to leave Senate for disorderly conduct

Business lobby calls for urgent reforms to unlock private sector

Kenya’s private sector is straining under the weight of systemic challenges, according to a nationwide survey conducted by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Business lobby calls for urgent reforms to unlock private sector

Breaking barriers in regional education

Higher Education PS Beatrice Inyangala has called for the dismantling of barriers that impede student and staff mobility, emphasizing that education should be at the heart of regional development.

Breaking barriers in regional education

Getaway rider in Kasipul MP Were's murder arrested

Detectives on Tuesday, May 13, arrested another suspect in connection with the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were.

Getaway rider in Kasipul MP Were's murder arrested

Duale blames fraud for EduAfya scheme collapse

Health CS Aden Duale accused some hospitals of orchestrating fraudulent deals that led to the collapse of the EduAfya medical scheme.

Duale blames fraud for EduAfya scheme collapse

Haiti mission operating without support and equipment, says Mudavadi

Kenya’s peacekeeping mission in Haiti has been operating without adequate logistical support or equipment, Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said.

Haiti mission operating without support and equipment, says Mudavadi

Lobby group faults Ruto over remarks on abductions

VOCAL Africa dismisses President Ruto’s claims that all victims of forced disappearances and abductions reunited with families, terms remarks inaccurate; some individuals still unaccounted for.

Lobby group faults Ruto over remarks on abductions

Kindiki, Ruku downplay spat after clash over stalled roads- Photos

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has firmly denied claims that he disrespected or publicly chastised Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku during a weekend meeting in Embu County.

Kindiki, Ruku downplay spat after clash over stalled roads- Photos

Learning institutions, student numbers surge amid quality fears

According to the 2025 Economic Survey by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, the number of basic learning institutions rose by 38.8 per cent, from 93,281 in 2023 to 129,463 in 2024.

Learning institutions, student numbers surge amid quality fears

Ruto champions digital trade, global partnerships at Kenya-EU Forum

President William Ruto has outlined Kenya's vision to become a regional hub for software development, unveiling key measures at the Kenya-European Union Business Forum.

Ruto champions digital trade, global partnerships at Kenya-EU Forum

Kenya and Finland forge strategic partnership

Kenya and Finland have pledged to foster their six-decade-long diplomatic ties, focusing on education, climate action, trade, peace, and multilateral cooperation.

Kenya and Finland forge strategic partnership

Ogamba promises swift resolution to varsities' management turmoil

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has pledged to resolve management wrangles bedevilling institutions of higher learning, promising swift government action to restore order.

Ogamba promises swift resolution to varsities' management turmoil

Finnish president in Kenya for first-ever state visit to celebrate 60 years of ties

Finnish President Alexander Stubb and First Lady Suzanne Innes-Stubb are in Kenya for a two-day state visit to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations.

Finnish president in Kenya for first-ever state visit to celebrate 60 years of ties

Nairobi County launches crackdown on land rate, rent defaulters

Property owners with late land rate payments in Nairobi face a sweeping enforcement operation starting Monday, May 12, when the grace period officially ends.

Nairobi County launches crackdown on land rate, rent defaulters

Constituents unrepresented as electoral gaps persist

Several constituencies and one county remain without representation in Parliament for months, despite the Constitution requiring that by-elections be conducted whenever such seats fall vacant.

Constituents unrepresented as electoral gaps persist

Leaders hail the strength of mothers on "World Women's Day"

President William Ruto has hailed the foundational role women play in shaping society, saying their impact echoes through generations.

Leaders hail the strength of mothers on "World Women's Day"

Government steps up labour migration strategy with loans, training

The Kenyan government, through the Youth Enterprise Development Fund, has spent Sh102 million to support at least 450 young Kenyans in securing employment opportunities abroad.

Government steps up labour migration strategy with loans, training

Moi Forces Academy-Lanet first girls' school to offer Aviation Technology

Moi Forces Academy-Lanet become the first national girls' school to offer Aviation Technology, setting a new precedent in the country’s education sector, opening up skies for young women.

Moi Forces Academy-Lanet first girls' school to offer Aviation Technology

Requiem mass draws leaders, family mourning Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve

A requiem mass for Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve is underway at All Saints Cathedral, Nairobi, as mourners gather to honour the late politician ahead of his Friday burial in Mwingi, Kitui County.

Requiem mass draws leaders, family mourning Kariobangi North MCA Joel Munuve

Budget cut hits education amid rising numbers

According to the Economic Survey 2025, the expenditure for education is projected to fall from Sh601.5 billion in 2023/24 to Sh594.2 billion in 2024/25, a 1.2 per cent decline.

Budget cut hits education amid rising numbers

United States backs Kenya's regional peace efforts, Haiti mission

The United States has reaffirmed its support for Kenya's leadership in regional peace efforts and its role in leading the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission in Haiti.

United States backs Kenya's regional peace efforts, Haiti mission

A woman at the top: Could Anne Amadi become the next IEBC chair?

For ten years, she served as Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, managing the institution’s finances, administration, and personnel.

A woman at the top: Could Anne Amadi become the next IEBC chair?

Will this man, Charles Nyachae, be the next IEBC chairman?

Charles Ayieko Nyachae is no stranger to power, legacy, or controversy, the 67-year-old lawyer has spent a lifetime navigating the complex intersections of law, politics, and public service.

Will this man, Charles Nyachae, be the next IEBC chairman?

Mudavadi meets US lawmakers in Washington

Prime Cabinet Secretary and CS Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi has held a meeting with Congressman Brian Mast, Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee at Capitol Hill.

Mudavadi meets US lawmakers in Washington

Were's bodyguard, driver arrested in connection to Kasipul MP murder

Detectives said the pair gave conflicting statements about their knowledge and actions during the shooting, prompting their continued detention.

Were's bodyguard, driver arrested in connection to Kasipul MP murder

Ogamba issues one year directive on school title deeds

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has directed all Regional, County, and Sub-County Education Officers to ensure schools in their areas acquire title deeds within a year.

Ogamba issues one year directive on school title deeds

Wetang'ula urges Kasipul MP's family to ignore malice on social media

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged the family of the late Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were to ignore a wave of online criticism and focus on grieving in unity.

Wetang'ula urges Kasipul MP's family to ignore malice on social media

Recruitment of next TSC boss kicks off as Macharia exits

The Teachers Service Commission has launched a search for a new chief executive officer, marking the conclusion of Nancy Macharia's ten-year leadership at the organisation.

Recruitment of next TSC boss kicks off as Macharia exits

Teachers fume over plan to slash their hardship allowance

Teachers across Kenya are furious as the government’s proposed cut to hardship allowances threatens their morale and commitment.

Teachers fume over plan to slash their hardship allowance

Kenyatta University's three-year bitter fight to reclaim hospital

The Vice Chancellor and a member of the university council were removed, effectively stripping KU of any decision-making power.

Kenyatta University's three-year bitter fight to reclaim hospital

TSC begins search for Nancy Macharia's replacement

TSC has officially started the nationwide search for its next Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, marking the end of Dr. Nancy Macharia’s significant 10-year leadership at the commission.

TSC begins search for Nancy Macharia's replacement

TSC announces over 2,000 vacancies for CBC teachers

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has declared 2,014 teaching positions vacant nationwide to address the persistent shortage in primary, junior, and senior secondary schools.

TSC announces over 2,000 vacancies for CBC teachers

Mudavadi in Washington to cement Kenya and US ties

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, arrived in Washington, D.C., this week for high-level bilateral talks aimed at deepening Kenya–US relations.

Mudavadi in Washington to cement Kenya and US ties

Scrap metal dealers warn of industry collapse over new tax proposal

Scrap metal dealers have appealed to Parliament over proposed changes in the Finance Bill, 2025 that would raise the withholding tax on scrap metal transactions to five per cent.

Scrap metal dealers warn of industry collapse over new tax proposal

Parliament to cover morgue fees, airlifting slain MP Were's body

Parliament will cater for morgue fees, airlifting of the body, and travel costs for the family of Kasipul MP Ong’ondo Were, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has said.

Parliament to cover morgue fees, airlifting slain MP Were's body

Ruto accuses opposition of tribal politics, urges focus on service delivery

President Ruto accuses opposition leaders of dividing the country along tribal lines, through toxic politics at the expense of service delivery to Kenyans.

Ruto accuses opposition of tribal politics, urges focus on service delivery

Rights groups slam mishandling of Kisumu Police brutality case, demand justice for victims

30 human rights organisations condemn delays and procedural irregularities in the prosecution of police officers accused of deaths, rapes and injuries in Kisumu County during 2023 protests.

Rights groups slam mishandling of Kisumu Police brutality case, demand justice for victims

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