Gaborone, Botswana – Nov 9– Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has expressed Kenya’s strong backing for Raila Odinga’s candidacy to lead the African Union Commission (AUC) during his official visit to Gaborone. This comes shortly after Kenya officially endorsed Odinga’s bid, positioning him as a leader capable of addressing Africa’s conflicts …

President William Ruto has extended his congratulations to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump following his election victory, during a phone call in which the two leaders focused on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring areas of mutual interest. Ruto expressed optimism about Trump’s upcoming term and underscored the significance of U.S.-Kenya cooperation …

On Wednesday, the Lamu County Assembly turned down James Gichu’s nomination for Deputy Governor. Currently serving as the County Executive Committee member for Agriculture, Gichu was nominated by Governor Issa Timamy to fill the vacancy left by Deputy Governor Raphael Munyua, who passed away last month due to health issues. …

The High Court upheld the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) directive regarding stipend rates for healthcare interns, dismissing five petitions that challenged SRC’s decision on the grounds of discrimination and alleged overreach. The combined petitions, brought by healthcare interns and professional organizations, claimed that SRC’s establishment of standard stipend rates …

The second suspect in the murder of Wells Fargo HR manager Willis Ayieko has been killed in Kisumu after escaping a police shootout on Wednesday night. On Thursday afternoon, Kisumu police shot the suspect linked to Ayieko’s death. Nyanza Regional Police Chief Patrick Tito reported that the suspect was fleeing …

The High Court has lifted the orders preventing Deputy President Designate Kithure Kindiki from taking his oath of office. The ruling came from a three-judge panel led by Justice Eric Ogola, along with Justices Anthony Mrima and Fredah Mugambi. This decision effectively removes the conservatory orders, allowing Kindiki to be …

Tabitha Gatwiri, a well-known content creator and actress, has passed away. Reports indicate that she fell ill two days ago, and her brother found her unresponsive in her home after growing concerned when she didn’t answer his calls. He broke into her house and tragically discovered her lifeless body. Her …

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a request from the Kenyan government for a Ksh.78 billion loan to help improve its fiscal policies. This decision follows a meeting to review the seventh and eighth evaluations, which had been interrupted in early June due to anti-government protests. The IMF expressed …

Peter Okong’o, former Deputy Managing Editor and journalist at Standard Group, has passed away. His colleagues and friends from various organizations expressed their sorrow upon learning of his death on the morning of October 31. Okong’o worked at the Mombasa Road media house for over seven years, starting in 2011, …

President William Ruto has traveled to Burundi for the 23rd Summit of COMESA (Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa) in Bujumbura. As per Article 147 of the Constitution, the Deputy President assists the President in his duties and serves as his main aide. Article 134 states that the Deputy …