Tag Archives: Davis Chirchir

CS Chirchir Sounds Alarm as Learners Return to School

Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has appealed to motorists, parents, and guardians to remain vigilant and prioritise the safety of school-going children as learning institutions reopen for the first term. Chirchir warned that the resumption of schools is expected to lead to a sharp increase in traffic on roads nationwide, …

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Court Rejects Petition Against High Fuel Prices

A petrol station attendant fuelling a car. Photo I File

Kenyans hoping for lower fuel prices have been dealt a blow after the High Court dismissed a petition challenging the government’s pricing framework. The case, filed in December 2023 by Kituo cha Sheria, sought to compel the State to stabilise and cut fuel costs, which at the time stood at …

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Govt to Set Up Highway Rest Stops for Lorries

The government plans to set up designated resting areas for lorries along major highways and widen road sections at high-risk blackspots as part of efforts to reduce road accidents. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir said the ministry will use telematics to track truck …

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MPs Grill Chirchir Over Aircraft Accident Investigation Delays

Members of Parliament have criticized Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir over delays in concluding investigations into aircraft accidents in Kenya. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel During a session with officials from the Ministry of Roads and Transport, the National Assembly’s Committee on Delegated Legislation, led by Chairperson Samuel …

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KQ Faces Losses of At Least Sh80 Million Due to Adani Protests

Kenya Airways (KQ) incurred losses of at least Sh80 million during recent demonstrations against the government’s agreement with Adani Company concerning the takeover of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). CEO Allan Kilavuka disclosed on Monday that the strike caused significant flight disruptions, leading to substantial financial losses for the airline. …

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Embakasi MP Demands CS Chirchir’s Impeachment over Gas Blast

Embakasi East Member of Parliament, Babu Owino, has called for the impeachment of Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir due to his failure to comply with a Senate summon regarding the tragic gas explosion in Embakasi. In an address to the Senate Energy Committee chaired by Wahome Wamatinga on Wednesday, Babu …

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