By REUTERS At least six people were killed and 10 injured on Saturday by bomb explosions in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu and a town in the country’s Middle Shabelle region, police and witnesses said. It was not immediately clear who had carried out the attacks, although Islamist militant group al-Shabaab frequently …
Read More »Teachers Service Commission Invites Applications for 46,000 Teacher Vacancies
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced an exciting opportunity for qualified teachers as it seeks to fill 46,000 vacancies on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. This recruitment drive aims to enhance the quality of education across the nation. Available Posts The available positions are distributed as follows: – …
Read More »Uganda Receives First Batch of Pipes for Crude Oil Project
By: The East African Uganda on Monday received the first batch of coated line pipes for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, which was delivered to the main camp and pipe yard in Kyotera District, signalling the project developers’ intent to fast track the laying and construction of the cross-border …
Read More »MPs To Introduce Ouster Motion Against DP Gachagua
Members of Parliament (MPs) are expected to introduce an ouster motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua today, Tuesday, at 2:30 PM in the National Assembly. Majority Leader and Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah confirmed that the impeachment motion will be presented to the House. For the motion to pass, it needs …
Read More »Safaricom’s KSh 104.8 Billion Healthcare Project Approved by National Assembly
The National Assembly’s Health Committee has given the green light to Safaricom’s KSh 104.8 billion Integrated Information Technology System (IITS) for Universal Healthcare. This initiative aims to digitize Kenya’s healthcare system and had previously faced criticism over its procurement process and Safaricom’s involvement. However, after a thorough review, the committee …
Read More »Concerns Arise Over Social Health Insurance Fund Rollout
Uncertainty surrounds the launch of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) scheduled for tomorrow due to issues with the Means Testing Instrument (MTI), which is used to calculate annual premium contributions for informal sector households. It was revealed that the Ministry of Health and SHIF conducted a pilot project in …
Read More »Third Attempt to Halt Gachagua Impeachment Fails
A third attempt to halt the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has failed, as a three-judge bench in the High Court’s Constitutional Division declined to issue interim orders. This follows the unsuccessful efforts of former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Cleophas Malalah and the civil society group Sheria …
Read More »Activist Morara Kebaso Arrested in Kahawa Sukari
Political activist Morara Kebaso has been arrested at his Kahawa Sukari offices under unclear circumstances. During the arrest, authorities seized electronic devices, including phones and laptops. His lawyer, Pareno Solonka, reported that Kebaso has been held incommunicado since his arrest, with officers claiming to be acting on “orders from above.” …
Read More »Ex-Governor Waititu Arrested for Inciting Remarks
Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu was arrested on Monday and taken to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters due to alleged inciting comments he made in Ruiru. His lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, confirmed the arrest was related to these remarks. Waititu is currently detained at the DCI’s Serious Crime Unit. …
Read More »Operations at JKIA Disrupted Due to Jet Fuel Supply Issue
Nairobi, September 26, 2024 – Operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) were temporarily disrupted on Thursday morning following a supply disruption of Jet A-1 fuel. The disruption affected several flights and caused delays, inconveniencing passengers and airline operations. In a statement, the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) confirmed that …
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