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President William Ruto will lead the event, which will be attended by three visiting heads of state. The ceremony celebrates Kenya’s shift to a republic 61 years ago, following its independence in 1963. Security has been significantly enhanced at the venue, with thorough screening measures for all attendees. Additional security …

In a interview at Inooro TV on Thursday morning, Mary Muthoni, the Principal Secretary (PS) for Public Health and Professional Standards in the Ministry of Health, provided an insightful overview of the transformative reforms currently underway in Kenya’s health sector, aimed at achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) for all citizens. …

President William Ruto has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a strong partnership with religious faiths, emphasizing their shared role in promoting national cohesion and providing essential social services such as education, healthcare, and support for the vulnerable. The President made these remarks during a meeting at State House Nairobi, …

Ten miners are feared dead after a devastating collapse at the Hillo gold mine in Dabel, Marsabit County, on Tuesday. The incident occurred despite the closure of the mines earlier this year following a tragic clash over resource-sharing that claimed 13 lives. Local authorities reported that seven bodies have been …

A funeral service in Huruma village, Mwea, Kirinyaga County, turned chaotic on Wednesday when a swarm of bees attacked mourners attending the burial of Faith Njeri. The sudden attack forced the mourners to flee for safety, leaving the body unattended for hours. Several individuals were injured in the attack and …

President William Ruto has enacted seven new parliamentary Bills aimed at advancing the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. These include the Kenya Revenue Authority (Amendment) Bill 2024, the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill 2024, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (Amendment) Bill 2024, and the Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill 2023, as well as …

Vihiga County has introduced new policies to combat Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and protect children, aiming to improve the well-being of these vulnerable groups. Anne Desma, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Social Services, Sports, and Culture, explained that these policies establish a legal framework to address the …

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has started using advanced Near Infrared Technology (NIR), called Pillscan, to improve medicine quality control. In a statement released on Wednesday, the PPB explained that the new technology will enhance its quality control by detecting substandard and counterfeit drugs, ensuring that medicines are safe, …

The African Union has announced a televised debate for candidates running for the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), set to take place this Friday at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Kenya’s candidate for the AUC Chairperson position, Raila Odinga, will face two challengers — …

Mary Muthoni, the Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards in the Ministry of Health, has announced that the Linda Mama maternal healthcare program has been integrated into the Social Health Authority (SHA) and now provides a broader range of services. On December 9, 2024, Muthoni shared a message …