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Detectives are investigating the death of a pregnant woman who collapsed and died on the road in Korogocho slums, Nairobi, on Sunday night. Witnesses reported that the woman, experiencing stomach pain, had visited a local chemist for relief. The attendant provided her with a painkiller and advised her to seek …

Five family members, including a woman and her four sons, have died in a road accident in the Mbaruk area along the Nakuru-Nairobi highway. The crash occurred at 7 a.m. when a Mercedes, driven by Christopher Ambani, collided head-on with a lorry. The lorry was en route to Nairobi, while …

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria now asserts that he recommended to President William Ruto the inclusion of Opposition leaders in his government. Kuria explained that his suggestion was based on his assessment of potential problems if the Opposition was not involved. Although he is no longer in government, …

Kisumu County Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has undertaken a reshuffle of Chief Officers in his administration to enhance service delivery. The reorganization affects several key departments, with some officers being reassigned to new roles and others either promoted or retained in their current positions. According to the Governor, this realignment is …

KTN News has officially closed its doors and merged with its parent station, KTN Home. The merger is part of a larger restructuring effort by the Standard Group, which owns both stations.   The move is expected to streamline operations and reduce costs, allowing the company to focus on its …

The National Assembly Committee on Appointments has rejected the nomination of Soi Lang’at as Gender cabinet secretary.   In a report tabled in Parliament by Majority leader Kimani Ichung’wah on Wednesday, all other nominees were approved except for Soi.

Narc Kenya leader Martha Karua has firmly stated that she would never accept a position in President William Ruto’s Cabinet. In response to inquiries about whether she would have accepted a nomination, Karua reiterated that she would not and affirmed her well-known stance on the matter. Karua clarified that she …

At the Paris Games, Kenyan-born Bahraini Winfred Mutile Yavi claimed gold in the 3,000m steeplechase with a new Olympic record of 8:52.76. Faith Cherotich, the former World Under-20 champion, secured third place with a season-best time of 8:55.15. Cherotich’s performance earned Kenya its fourth medal, although her fellow Kenyan and …

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has rolled out allowances for educators in special schools to help attract and keep them in these institutions. Nancy Macharia, CEO of TSC, disclosed this development while speaking to the Cohesion and Equal Opportunities Committee. She also informed the Committee that there is a shortfall …

By: The Citizen Shisha smoking, also known as hookah or waterpipe smoking, has gained increasing popularity among university students in Tanzania.   This trend is particularly noticeable during weekends and at music festivals, where students gather to enjoy the social experience that shisha provides.   While many view shisha as …