The Council of Governors (CoG) asserts that there has been no agreement between the State and county governments to facilitate the transfer of the management of early childhood development and education centres (ECDE) to the national government. The Governors’ stance comes in response to Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ezekiel …
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President William Ruto’s performance in 2023 has been assessed at a grade of D plain, according to the most recent opinion poll conducted by the Infotrak research and consulting company. The survey indicates that Ruto received a D plain, with a 47 percent approval rating from Kenyans, while his deputy, …
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Kenya’s Treasury has affirmed its commitment to meeting all debt obligations related to the $2 billion Eurobond, which matures in July 2024. The country recently made a payment of $68.7 million (Ksh10.8 billion) in interest, abandoning its initial plan for a $300 million buyback. In a statement, CS National Treasury …
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Police are probing the suspected homicide of four individuals accused of trespassing on a Del Monte pineapple farm by security guards, according to a statement by a regional commissioner on Thursday. The quartet was reported missing a week ago, with two bodies discovered on Sunday and another two found the …
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A recent report discloses that Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) have utilized over Ksh.3 billion on travels within a three-month period. The report from the Controller of the Budget exposes the extravagant spending of MCAs on both domestic and international trips. During the first quarter of the 2023-2024 fiscal year, …
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The Maliza Uhalifu Operation is set to expand its coverage to include Meru, Isiolo, and Marsabit counties, according to Interior CS Kithure Kindiki. The decision aims to effectively dismantle bandit networks in these regions. During a strategic planning session with security teams from Rift Valley and Eastern Regions, as well …
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Bishop Paul Kariuki Njiru from the Catholic Diocese of Wote has prohibited priests from blessing same-sex couples, opposing Pope Francis’ directive. Bishop Kariuki argued, in a statement, that the Vatican’s decision contradicts scriptural and Catholic traditions regarding marriage and sexuality. He pointed out that the ‘FIDUCIA SUPPLICANS’ declaration lacks clear …
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Three Kenyan fishermen, initially reported missing during a fishing expedition plagued by an outboard engine malfunction and a rogue wave, have safely returned home. Welcomed by Mr. Salim Mvurya, the Cabinet Secretary for Mining and Blue Economy, at Mbaraki Wharf in Mombasa County, they spent 22 days stranded at sea …
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In the world of broadcasting, change is a constant companion, and today marks a significant moment for one of TV47’s beloved hosts, Flora Limukii. After an enriching journey of one year and nearly five months, she has decided to bid farewell to the familiar airwaves of TV47 and embark on …
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The Energy Petroleum Regulator Authority (EPRA) has announced a reduction in the prices of Super Petrol, Diesel, and Kerosene as part of its latest monthly price review. In a statement released on Thursday, EPRA disclosed that the cost of petrol would decrease by Ksh.5, while Diesel and Kerosene would see …
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