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By Vatican News Pope Francis had a peaceful ninth night in the hospital, the Holy See Press Office published on Sunday morning, issuing its latest note to journalists as the Holy Father is being treated for double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Saturday …

Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has criticized the Kenya Kwanza administration for not regulating the sale of cheap imported rice, which undermines local farmers by creating unfair competition. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Ngurubani, Kirinyaga County, on Saturday, Kalonzo stated that President William Ruto’s government has …

Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka has called on the government to adopt a strategic approach to address the growing issue of foreign airlines poaching skilled personnel from the airline. He warned that if this trend continues unchecked, Kenya could face a shortage of highly qualified aviation professionals, which would negatively …

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has removed Professor Amukowa Anangwe from his position as the chairperson of the University of Nairobi (UON) Council. The decision was made public in a Gazette Notice issued on February 21st, 2025. Although Ogamba did not provide specific reasons for the revocation of Anangwe’s appointment, …

Thika town’s push to become Kenya’s sixth city has gained significant traction, with Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi presenting a city charter to the county assembly for approval. Wamatangi initiated the town’s journey toward city status by handing over a report and charter to the county assembly. The proposal, created by …

President William Ruto has appointed Habil Olaka as the new Non-Executive Chairperson of the Advisory Board for the Financial Inclusion Fund. Olaka, the former CEO of the Kenya Bankers Association, will serve a three-year term starting February 21, 2025. The appointment was announced in a gazette notice dated February 21, …

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr has strongly condemned the ongoing vandalism of vital facilities in markets throughout the county. He criticized those responsible for these criminal acts, stating that such behavior amounts to economic sabotage and negatively affects the delivery of services to local traders. Governor Mutula specifically highlighted the …

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has earned a distinguished international award after surpassing other African airports. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The airport was named the African Cargo Airport of the Year at the STAT Times International Awards for Excellence in Air Cargo. The award ceremony took place …

Health rights activists are calling on the government to ensure a steady supply of free condoms in universities and other higher learning institutions. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In Nakuru, sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) advocates, including clergy, student leaders, civil society organizations, and community leaders, have …

Kenya Power has announced scheduled power outages in certain areas of Nairobi and Garissa counties on Saturday. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The power cuts will take place between 9 am and 5 pm. In Nairobi, the affected areas will include Furniture International, Malplast, Economic Industries, Elgon Kenya, …