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Kisumu City has ordered the immediate closure of Kibuye Market following a public health risk assessment that revealed multiple safety concerns. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to City Manager Abala Wanga, a thorough inspection by the public health department uncovered hazardous conditions that pose a serious threat …

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has affirmed that Kenya is well-prepared to meet the European Union’s upcoming flower import standards, with necessary protocols already submitted. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Kenya has developed and presented a False Codling Moth (FCM) System Approach protocol to the EU to ensure …

The panel responsible for selecting the next chairperson and six commissioners of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has completed its interview process, shifting the spotlight to President William Ruto. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Chaired by Nelson Makanda, the panel concluded its interviews on April 25 …

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta fondly recalled a memorable and humorous moment involving the late Pope Francis during his 2015 visit to Kenya, sharing how the Pope once asked him to leave his own office at State House. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during a requiem Mass for …

Survivors of sexual violence during the 2007/08 post-election unrest have voiced frustration over yet another delay in the delivery of a long-awaited judgment in their appeal case. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The ruling, which was expected on Friday, April 25, 2025, had already been postponed from its …

Joel Munuve, the MCA for Nairobi’s Kariobangi North ward, passed away due to a blood clot in his lungs, according to an autopsy carried out at Lee Funeral Home. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor confirmed that Munuve suffered a pulmonary embolism—a condition …

Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has declared that Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is the most capable contender to challenge and unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during an interview with Citizen TV, Wambua expressed confidence in Kalonzo’s national appeal …

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula will travel to the Vatican on Thursday evening to attend the funeral of the late Pope Francis, set to take place on Saturday at St. Peter’s Square. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Wetang’ula, who is a practicing Catholic, was chosen by President William …

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has launched a crackdown on illegal occupation of public land, with a specific focus on government-owned parcels used by police and prison services. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during the launch of the Jukwaa La Usalama security engagement forum in Kitui County …

The Ministry of Health is preparing to release standardized payment guidelines for the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical cover targeting indigent and vulnerable households, a move aimed at advancing the implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Following consultations with the Council of Governors …