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On Thursday, Kithure Kindiki, the nominee for Cabinet Secretary, informed Parliament that if he is reappointed to the Interior Ministry, he will clearly define specific areas for protests, picketing, and petitioning. During his vetting for the position, Kindiki, who previously served as Interior CS, revealed that before President William Ruto …

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed his sorrow over the death of political commentator Prof. Ngugi Njoroge, describing him as “profoundly humorous, warm, and charming.” In a post on X, Gachagua conveyed his deep sadness at the loss of his long-time friend. He highlighted Njoroge’s significant contributions as a political …

The Meru High Court has referred the impeachment motion against Governor Kawira Mwangaza to Njuri Ncheke for alternative dispute resolution. According to court documents obtained by Citizen Digital, Mwangaza and her legal team are required to appear before Njuri Ncheke on Wednesday, July 31. Njuri Ncheke has been instructed to …

Kenya’s government has officially filed documents to support Raila Odinga’s candidacy for the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). The submission, led by Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei, was made to both the Dean of the Eastern Region, Dharmraj Busgeeth, and the Office of the Legal …

Kenyans have until next Wednesday to submit their opinions on the suitability of the 10 Cabinet Secretary nominees before they undergo vetting. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has referred the nominees’ list from the President to the Committee on Appointments as of Tuesday. According to a notice dated July 24 …

Rebecca Miano has responded following her omission from President William Ruto’s list of nominees submitted to the National Assembly for vetting, a move that has sparked public speculation. Miano, previously serving as Cabinet Secretary for Investments and Trade, was slated for reassignment as Attorney General in Ruto’s recent Cabinet nominations. …

The Director of Public Prosecutions, Renson Ingonga, has instructed the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) to investigate the shooting incident involving journalist Catherine Wanjeri Kariuki. Wanjeri, who works at Kameme FM and TV, was reportedly shot by police on July 16, 2024, while covering anti-government protests in Nakuru. In a …

In a somber announcement today, Mbaitu FM confirmed the untimely passing of Mercy Mawia, a beloved figure on Kamba radio. Mercy, affectionately known as “Kamuwetangi,” was the vibrant host of the station’s Drive Show until her sudden demise earlier this morning. According to a statement released by Mbaitu FM, Mercy …

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has announced that the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) selection panel members will be officially gazetted by the following Tuesday. This marks the beginning of the process to fill vacancies at the electoral body, vacant for over a year, amidst calls for its reconstitution …

Three individuals have been hospitalized following a multi-vehicle collision on the Southern Bypass, which occurred on Tuesday. The incident involved three vehicles and prompted an immediate response from multiple emergency agencies. The crash took place along the Southern Bypass, connecting Lang’ata to Ole Sereni in Nairobi County, resulting in significant …