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In Kenya’s dynamic media landscape, radio remains a cornerstone for both information dissemination and entertainment, maintaining its relevance despite the digital revolution. The Media Council of Kenya has released its latest report, offering insights into radio listenership trends spanning from 2021 to 2023. Key findings indicate fluctuations in daily listening …

A recent video has surfaced showing a Philippine ship being targeted by water cannons from China’s Coast Guard on April 30, 2024, near Scarborough Shoal. Incidents like this have occurred before, reflecting the ongoing tensions in the disputed South China Sea. The South China Sea is a significant and strategic …

Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has been ranked as the worst-performing minister. In a report released by TIFA on Thursday, Linturi scored an E of 25 per cent. According to findings of the poll, Linturi is considered the most responsible for the poor quality (if not “fake”) …

A tragic event unfolded on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, as the commander of a police base in Ruai, Cyprian Walunya Kasili, lost his life when his car was swept away by flooding in Machakos County. The incident occurred near River Kware in Matungulu, where concerned citizens spotted the submerged vehicle …

President Ruto in pursuant to section 9 (2) (a) of the KDF Act, has promoted Lt Gen Charles Muriu Kahariri to the rank of General & appointed him The CDF, replacing the late General Francis Ogolla. Major General Thomas Njoroge Ng’ang’a Posted to National Defence University and appointed Deputy Vice …

The leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, has expressed his solidarity with Kenya in the face of devastating floods that have caused loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure and property. Via X, formerly Twitter, Pope Francis conveyed his spiritual closeness to the Kenyan people and his deep …

Six individuals were rescued from inundated residences in Kitengela, Kajiado County, subsequent to a substantial rainfall on Wednesday morning. The Kenya Red Cross, in an update at 7 a.m., reported ongoing search efforts in areas including Deliverance Road, Balozi Road, Baraka Road, Blessed Court, New Valley, Changombe, and KAG. ALSO …

The Kenya National Highways Authority has declared the closure of a segment of Thika Road at Kahawa Sukari Drift, extending from Kahawa Barracks to Kenyatta University, due to heavy rainfall in the city. Motorists traveling to Thika are advised to utilize Kiambu Road, then divert onto Northern Bypass towards Ruiru …

Addressing the nation on Labour Day at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, President William Ruto appealed to doctors to end their strike, assuring them that the government is committed to addressing their grievances, albeit over an unspecified period. Acknowledging financial constraints, Ruto stated that while the government is prepared to address …

KeNHA announces the reopening of the Athi River-Namanga Road following a temporary closure due to flooding at Kimalat area on Wednesday morning. The floodwaters causing the closure have receded, according to an update from the Kenya National Highways Authority on Wednesday afternoon. ALSO READ: EPRA Orders Shutdown of Flooded Petrol Stations …