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An emergency East African Community (EAC) summit in Nairobi has urged the Congolese government to engage all parties in the ongoing conflict, including the M23 rebel group and other armed factions, to put an end to the violence. The summit, convened by President William Ruto, took place virtually on Wednesday …

The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has called for the annulment of Aisha Jumwa Katana’s appointment as chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board (KRB), arguing that she lacks the necessary professional qualifications and that the appointment process was improper. Jumwa, a former Cabinet Secretary for Gender, was named by …

President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has merged with Amani National Congress (ANC) to create the United Democratic Party. Cecily Mbarire, UDA chairperson, announced that Lamu Governor Issa Timamy, who was ANC’s leader, will take on the role of deputy party leader in the new formation. As a result, …

President William Ruto has appointed former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa as the non-executive chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board. According to a Gazette notice dated January 17, the appointment will take effect immediately, and she will serve a three-year term. The notice, signed by President Ruto, cites his authority …

President William Ruto is set to depart for the United Arab Emirates on Monday evening to attend the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) Summit. According to a statement from State House, the President will address the summit during its opening session, which will focus on “Exploring the Global Energy Transition.” …

President William Ruto has encouraged students who recently took the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams to make use of the newly introduced mid-year exams to boost their grades and qualify for admission to higher learning institutions. While handing over Lenana School Primary in Dagoretti South, President Ruto emphasized …

Guo Haiyan, the newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Kenya, has officially presented her credentials to President William Ruto at State House in Nairobi, committing to strengthening the relationship between the two nations. Ambassador Guo, who succeeds Dr. Zhou Pingjian, expressed her determination to boost bilateral ties, especially in the areas …

On Monday, President William Ruto met with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi, just days after Kiraitu expressed concerns that the region was being sidelined by the government. Last month, Kiraitu accused President Ruto of neglecting the Meru community in top government appointments since the formation of the broad-based administration. Photos …

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has called out leaders from the Central region who are pressuring President William Ruto to complete stalled infrastructure projects. Sakaja reminded them that Ruto has only been in office for two years and urged the public to be patient. He highlighted that, in contrast to previous …

President William Ruto and his deputy, Kithure Kindiki, are attending Sunday church services in separate locations. President Ruto is in Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County, where he is taking part in an interdenominational service. Meanwhile, Kindiki is in Embu, attending a Sunday service at the Full Gospel Church in Kamumu, Mbeere …