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David Njaaga

Nairobi County says Naivas closure lacks legal basis

Nairobi County on Wednesday said it has not ordered the closure of Naivas Supermarket’s Moi Avenue branch, contradicting a directive by the County Assembly Health Committee.

Nairobi County says Naivas closure lacks legal basis

Naivas dismisses expired products claims after Nairobi health team calls for closure

Naivas dismisses expired products claims after Nairobi health team calls for closure

Kenya, Germany host Eastern Africa's first green hydrogen symposium in Nairobi

Kenya, Germany host Eastern Africa's first green hydrogen symposium in Nairobi

Betting regulator warns against surge in unlicensed online gambling platforms

Betting regulator warns against surge in unlicensed online gambling platforms

PCEA leaders clash over contempt charges in treasurer dispute

Contempt of court charges against PCEA Secretary General and Moderator have deepened following accusations of misleading delegates about a court order barring a treasurer’s installation.

PCEA leaders clash over contempt charges in treasurer dispute

MPs locked out of KICC over Sh50 million rent arrears

MPs have been locked out of offices at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) due to unpaid rent of more than Sh50 million.

MPs locked out of KICC over Sh50 million rent arrears

Gachagua finally quits UDA, blasts party for unfulfilled promises

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced his resignation from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing the party of abandoning its founding ideals and harming the country’s future.

Gachagua finally quits UDA, blasts party for unfulfilled promises

Malalah demands Ruto dissolve government after court ruling on Gachagua impeachment

Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malalah has called on President William Ruto to dissolve the government and seek a fresh mandate from the people.

Malalah demands Ruto dissolve government after court ruling on Gachagua impeachment

Duale, KMPDU chart path to boost doctors' pay, working conditions

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called for urgent reforms to address doctors’ pay, working conditions and stalled health sector agreements.

Duale, KMPDU chart path to boost doctors' pay, working conditions

Safaricom net income jumps 10.8pc to Sh69.8bn, first in East and Central Africa

Safaricom has reported a 10.8 per cent rise in net income to Sh69.8 billion for the year ending Monday, March 31, as total revenue surged past $3 billion.

Safaricom net income jumps 10.8pc to Sh69.8bn, first in East and Central Africa

Ruto hands over 47 disease surveillance vehicles to counties

President William Ruto has handed over 47 disease surveillance motor vehicles to county governments, strengthening Kenya’s public health infrastructure.

Ruto hands over 47 disease surveillance vehicles to counties

Kenya pushes for new law to tighten control on weapons-linked goods

Kenya is moving to tighten national security with the Strategic Goods Control Bill, 2025, a proposed law to regulate goods and technology that could be used to develop weapons of mass destruction.

Kenya pushes for new law to tighten control on weapons-linked goods

IGAD condemns drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Port Sudan

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) condemned recent drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Port Sudan, calling them unacceptable.

IGAD condemns drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Port Sudan

NTSA resolves number plate shortage, urges clients to collect plates

National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has confirmed the resolution of a months-long shortage of motor vehicle number plates.

NTSA resolves number plate shortage, urges clients to collect plates

Edukans, Kisumu Polytechnic to train 2,300 youth in green textile skills

At least 2,300 Kenyan youth are set to receive specialised training in green textile and fashion under the newly launched Wear the Green Future initiative.

Edukans, Kisumu Polytechnic to train 2,300 youth in green textile skills

President William Ruto signs Persons with Disabilities Bill into law

President William Ruto signed the Persons with Disabili ties Bill 2025 into law at State House, advancing the rights of people with disabilities in Kenya.

President William Ruto signs Persons with Disabilities Bill into law

Government bans over 50 harmful pesticide brands

The government has banned more than 50 harmful pesticide brands, particularly those already prohibited in their countries of origin.

Government bans over 50 harmful pesticide brands

Kenya eyes climate-smart investments in water and sanitation sector

Kenya eyes climate-smart investments in the water and sanitation sector.

Kenya eyes climate-smart investments in water and sanitation sector

Civil society pushes Kenya to fix gaps in early warning systems, boost disaster preparedness

Civil society organisations have urged the government to improve early warning systems to better prepare communities for disasters.

Civil society pushes Kenya to fix gaps in early warning systems, boost disaster preparedness

AU, IGAD pledge full support for South Sudan's peace deal after high-level talks

The African Union Commission (AUC) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have pledged continued backing for South Sudan’s push toward peace and democratic governance.

AU, IGAD pledge full support for South Sudan's peace deal after high-level talks

Kalonzo, Wamalwa warn Ruto against partisan IEBC appointments

Wiper Democratic Movement and Democratic Action Party leaders have warned President William Ruto against proceeding with appointments to the IEBC without consulting them.

Kalonzo, Wamalwa warn Ruto against partisan IEBC appointments

Kasipul MP Charles Were died from excessive bleeding, autopsy reveals

Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo Were, 51, died from excessive bleeding after being shot five times by unknown gunmen on Wednesday, April 30.

Kasipul MP Charles Were died from excessive bleeding, autopsy reveals

Kioni warns 2027 will punish weak leaders, backs Matiang'i as Jubilee's best hope

Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has declared that Kenya’s increasingly informed voters will no longer tolerate self-serving leaders.

Kioni warns 2027 will punish weak leaders, backs Matiang'i as Jubilee's best hope

'Zakayo shoe-ka': Kenyans flood social media with memes after shoe hits Ruto in Migori

Kenyans on social media have flooded timelines with jokes, memes and biting remarks after President William Ruto was hit by a flying shoe during a rally in Migori County on Sunday, May 4.

'Zakayo shoe-ka': Kenyans flood social media with memes after shoe hits Ruto in Migori

Kenya targets climate-smart water and sanitation breakthroughs at global conference

Kenya steps up efforts to transform its water and sanitation sector with focus on climate resilience, digital innovation and private investment ahead of Mombasa conference.

Kenya targets climate-smart water and sanitation breakthroughs at global conference

Engineers poised for global recognition as Washington Accord membership nears

Kenya will join the Washington Accord in June, granting its engineers global recognition and expanding employment opportunities worldwide.

Engineers poised for global recognition as Washington Accord membership nears

'We will enforce justice': Doctors issue strike ultimatum to counties

Doctors have threatened to strike if Nakuru, Laikipia and Kajiado counties fail to implement their part of a labour deal by May 24.

'We will enforce justice': Doctors issue strike ultimatum to counties

Families of victims killed in protests demand justice, compensation

The families of individuals killed during peaceful protests in June 2024 have called on President William Ruto and the Kenyan Parliament to take immediate action.

Families of victims killed in protests demand justice, compensation

One killed as Gor Mahia, Shabana FC fans clash at Gusii stadium

One person was killed and several others injured on Sunday, after rival fans of Gor Mahia and Shabana FC clashed at Gusii Stadium.

One killed as Gor Mahia, Shabana FC fans clash at Gusii stadium

Gachagua hosts opposition leaders as 2027 poll heat rises

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday hosted opposition leaders at his Wamunyoro home in Nyeri County, as political realignments intensified ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Gachagua hosts opposition leaders as 2027 poll heat rises

Raila demands probe into killing of Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has condemned and called for an urgent investigation into the killing of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were on Wednesday evening.

Raila demands probe into killing of Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were

Junet Mohamed: only one Finance Bill exists, ignore fake versions

Suna East MP Junet Mohamed on Wednesday told Parliament that the Finance Bill shared online in recent months is not the official document.

Junet Mohamed: only one Finance Bill exists, ignore fake versions

Your dues will be paid, Kagwe assures cane farmers, workers

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has assured that the planned leasing of Nzoia, Chemilil, Muhoroni, and Sony sugar factories will involve input from farmers and workers.

Your dues will be paid, Kagwe assures cane farmers, workers

Kenya, UK launch Lamu cotton processing plant to boost economy, jobs

Kenya, the UK and the County Government of Lamu have launched a new cotton processing facility in Lamu County.

Kenya, UK launch Lamu cotton processing plant to boost economy, jobs

Tributes pour in for Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were shot dead in Nairobi

Tributes have poured in for Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were who died Wednesday night after he was shot by unknown gunmen along Ngong Road in Nairobi.

Tributes pour in for Kasipul MP Ong'ondo Were shot dead in Nairobi

New global plan backs small travel firms with tools, funding and training

A new global initiative aims to help small and medium-sized travel enterprises access funding, digital tools and training to scale their businesses and compete globally.

New global plan backs small travel firms with tools, funding and training

MPs clash over BBC film linking police to 2024 protest killings

Lawmakers on Tuesday clashed over a new BBC documentary that links security officers to the killing of anti-tax protesters outside Parliament in June 2024.

MPs clash over BBC film linking police to 2024 protest killings

List: Betting websites operating illegally

The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has identified numerous betting websites operating illegally in Kenya.

List: Betting websites operating illegally

Police SACCO doubles capital levels as sector struggles with defaults

Kenya National Police Deposit-Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Society has doubled its capital ratios compared to the industry average, even as most SACCOs continue to face high loan defaults.

Police SACCO doubles capital levels as sector struggles with defaults

Kivutha Kibwana: Kenya's Constitution strong, but accountability remains weak

Former Makueni Governor Prof Kivutha Kibwana has called out the government for failing to fully implement the constitution, warning that key institutions are being undermined.

Kivutha Kibwana: Kenya's Constitution strong, but accountability remains weak

Govt urged to invest in youth-led innovation to tackle unemployment

The government has been urged to empower young innovators as a way to tackle Kenya’s unemployment rate and drive economic growth.

Govt urged to invest in youth-led innovation to tackle unemployment

Kenya health unions threaten protests over government plan to move workers

Two public sector unions have threatened to call nationwide protests unless the government halts the rushed formation and operationalisation of the Kenya National Public Health Institute (KNPHI).

Kenya health unions threaten protests over government plan to move workers

New sales training initiative launched in Nairobi to address skills gap

A new initiative aimed at transforming the sales profession in Africa has been unveiled in Nairobi.

New sales training initiative launched in Nairobi to address skills gap

KMPDU calls for probe into foreign doctors' hiring practices

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has called for an urgent investigation into the recruitment and licensing of foreign medical practitioners in the country.

KMPDU calls for probe into foreign doctors' hiring practices

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