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Ruto urges African banks to back green industrialisation

Ruto urges African banks to back green industrialisation

President William Ruto has urged African commercial and development finance banks to dedicate more financial resources towards the continent's green and environmentally friendly industrialisation.

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about 20 hours ago
Every part of Kenya will benefit from development, DP affirms

Every part of Kenya will benefit from development, DP affirms

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the government is determined to roll out development projects and programs in every part of the country, calling out those attempting to divide the country along tribal lines.

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about 20 hours ago
Ministry assures public of vaccine access amid shortages

Ministry assures public of vaccine access amid shortages

No child will miss a single dose of any vaccine, the Principal Secretary Medical Services Ouma Oluga has assured.

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about 21 hours ago
Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

A section of leaders have made a rallying call for national unity, responsible leadership, and an end to divisive and tribal politics, there the urgent need to focus on development and service delivery for all Kenyans.

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about 20 hours ago
Turning Vision into Action: Ruto hosts key meeting on AGII implementation

Turning Vision into Action: Ruto hosts key meeting on AGII implementation

President William Ruto is set to convene a High-Level Consultative Meeting today on the Africa Green Industrialization Initiative (AGII), a transformative Pan-African effort aimed at positioning the continent as a global leader in green manufacturing and climate-smart industrial

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1 day ago
Who delivered, who didn’t? Ruto to reveal public sector scorecard

Who delivered, who didn’t? Ruto to reveal public sector scorecard

President William Ruto will officially release the Report on the Evaluation of the Performance of Ministries, State Corporations, and Tertiary Institutions for the Financial Year 2023/2024 on Wednesday, 11th June 2025, at State House, Nairobi. The report is the result of the Annu

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UDA moves to rein in dissent, two MCAs on chopping block

UDA moves to rein in dissent, two MCAs on chopping block

The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has summoned two nominated Members of County Assembly over allegations of disloyalty and support for a rival political outfit linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Joyce Mwangi (Nairobi County) and Ann Thumbi (Nyeri

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Eid-ul-Adha: Ruto sends special message to Muslim community

Eid-ul-Adha: Ruto sends special message to Muslim community

President William Ruto has sent a message of goodwill to the Muslim community in the country as they celebrate Eid-ul-Adha on Friday. “As you celebrate the blessed occasion of Eid al-Adha, following the sacred day of Arafah and the pilgrimage of Hajj. May Allah Almighty accept

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Orengo commends SHA rollout, seeks closer collaboration with Ruto

Orengo commends SHA rollout, seeks closer collaboration with Ruto

Siaya Governor James Orengo has voiced his support for the government’s Social Health Authority (SHA), commending its positive impact on healthcare delivery in his county. The governor made his remarks while leading a delegation of leaders and professionals from Siaya County to

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Court orders Treasury staff to refund millions earned through fraudulent allowances

Court orders Treasury staff to refund millions earned through fraudulent allowances

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has secured a significant legal victory by recovering over Ksh 39 million that was fraudulently paid as unauthorized allowances to two senior officials in the National Treasury. In a landmark ruling delivered on Wednesday, Lady Jus

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Ruto hosts Orengo and Siaya leaders, pledges development support

Ruto hosts Orengo and Siaya leaders, pledges development support

President William Ruto met with leaders and businesspeople from Siaya County at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday. The President assured the delegation, led by Governor James Orengo, of the government’s commitment to development projects in both the county and the nation. He an

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2 days ago
Housing for All: State crafts plan for diaspora participation in home ownership

Housing for All: State crafts plan for diaspora participation in home ownership

The Government of Kenya has embarked on a strategic initiative aimed at integrating Kenyans in the diaspora into the Affordable Housing Programme. This announcement was made on Thursday following a consultative meeting between Roseline Njogu, the Principal Secretary for Diaspora

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2 days ago
MPs reveal Organ harvesting syndicate beyond Mediheal Group of Hospitals

MPs reveal Organ harvesting syndicate beyond Mediheal Group of Hospitals

It has now emerged that the organ harvesting syndicate in the North Rift region did not involve Mediheal Group of Hospitals alone, it was merely one of the conduits. Investigations have revealed that the criminal network behind the illicit trade in human organs spans multiple fac

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We’ve made interventions to reduce macadamia production cost, Kindiki says

We’ve made interventions to reduce macadamia production cost, Kindiki says

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, says the Government has made deliberate interventions to reduce the cost of Macadamia production.

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2 days ago
Mudavadi calls for expedited consolidation of processes on UNSC reforms

Mudavadi calls for expedited consolidation of processes on UNSC reforms

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi took part in the 13th African Union Committee of Ten (C-10) Ministerial Meeting in Lusaka, Zambia.

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2 days ago
State to review low capitation to schools

State to review low capitation to schools

Education CS Julius Ogamba has said the Government is working closely with schools that received low capitation to rectify the matter following a glitch in the disbursement of the funds.

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Ogiek community demands enforcement of historic land rights ruling

Ogiek community demands enforcement of historic land rights ruling

Members of the indigenous Ogiek community have reiterated their calls for the Government of Kenya to fully comply with a historic ruling by the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights in 2017, which affirmed their ancestral land rights in the Mau Forest. Speaking on the side

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Mediheal organ trade probe to commence today

Mediheal organ trade probe to commence today

Investigations into the alleged illegal organ transplants and trafficking at Mediheal Group of Hospitals is set to begin today.

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UNSC Reform: Mudavadi joins African leaders in Lusaka for C-10 talks

UNSC Reform: Mudavadi joins African leaders in Lusaka for C-10 talks

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi is attending the 13th Ministerial Meeting of the African Union Committee of Ten Heads of State and Government (C-10) regarding the reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

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3 days ago
Patient awarded Ksh157M payout for medical negligence

Patient awarded Ksh157M payout for medical negligence

The High Court has ordered a city hospital to pay a patient Ksh 157M for medical negligence In a landmark judgment on Wednesday, Justice Alexander Muteti directed the Aga Khan Hospital and the doctor who performed surgery on Ms. Naila Qureshi between 2005 and 2006 to pay Ksh 157,

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3 days ago
Kenya lauded for championing digital accessibility at Inclusive Africa Conference

Kenya lauded for championing digital accessibility at Inclusive Africa Conference

Kenya’s role as a digital innovation hub and its emphasis on accessibility as an economic opportunity has been lauded at the 6th Inclusive Africa Conference during the commemoration of Global Assistive Technologies (AT) Day.

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3 days ago
Six new envoys present their credentials to President Ruto

Six new envoys present their credentials to President Ruto

President William Ruto received the credentials of six new envoys to Kenya at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday.

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3 days ago
CS Duale tours KNH, calls for enhanced leadership and accountability

CS Duale tours KNH, calls for enhanced leadership and accountability

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called for enhanced leadership and accountability in national referral hospitals, emphasising the need for governance standards that reflect the vital roles these institutions play in delivering quality healthcare. Speaking during his visit

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4 days ago
Ruto: Global South needs responsive financial system

Ruto: Global South needs responsive financial system

President William Ruto has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to championing the reform of the international financial

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3 days ago
Global Education Forum opens in Nairobi with focus on teachers, AI, and system reforms

Global Education Forum opens in Nairobi with focus on teachers, AI, and system reforms

More than 200 educationists are convening in Nairobi to discuss the future of teaching and education in the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other technological advancements. The three-day workshop, jointly organized by the Ministry of Education and the Aga Khan Foundation

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4 days ago
Gov’t launches nationwide ID registration drive for secondary students

Gov’t launches nationwide ID registration drive for secondary students

The government has launched a nationwide ID registration drive targeting secondary school students who have reached the age of 18. Principal Secretary for Education, Julius Bitok, stated that the initiative set to be implemented during the second term aims to facilitate a smooth

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4 days ago
Duale roots for full digitization to end health sector fragmentation

Duale roots for full digitization to end health sector fragmentation

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ending fragmentation in the health sector by implementing a fully digitized system.

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4 days ago
Natembeya graft case: Court grants EACC 16 more days to conclude probe

Natembeya graft case: Court grants EACC 16 more days to conclude probe

A Nairobi court has granted Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) detectives 16 more days to finalise investigations into the graft case against Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya.

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4 days ago
Shollei calls for action against Koimburi over alleged staged abduction

Shollei calls for action against Koimburi over alleged staged abduction

National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei wants disciplinary action taken against Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi, following allegations that he staged his own abduction. She insists that Koimburi has no valid reason to be hospitalised and has labelled the MP

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4 days ago
Murkomen engages UN officials in high-level talks on security, refugee affairs

Murkomen engages UN officials in high-level talks on security, refugee affairs

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has advocated for Kenya’s strengthened partnership in addressing emerging security challenges and refugee matters. The CS, currently in Geneva, Switzerland, for the 8th Session of the Global Platform for

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4 days ago