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Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome has been urged to apologize and retract his statements regarding the ongoing doctors’ strike by 6 PM, or face consequences, according to reports. Koome had issued a stern warning to the doctors, labeling the strike as disruptive and unlawful, citing its adverse effects on …

By: BBC One person has been killed and 10 others injured after a cable car cabin collided with a broken pole and burst open in southern Turkey. Passengers plummeted to the ground following the crash on Friday evening after the supporting pylon collapsed near Antalya. The whole cable car system …

Isaac Mwaura, the government spokesperson, has outlined a comprehensive strategy aimed at resolving the current delays in passport issuance. This initiative entails the issuance of one million passports and three million identity cards, facilitated by the acquisition and installation of two new passport printing machines at Nyayo House. Mwaura disclosed …

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has reassured its members of the integrity of the upcoming grassroots elections. Cleophas Malala, the Secretary-General, stated that the elections would be digitally conducted, marking a significant step forward for democracy in the country. Addressing the issue on Saturday, Malala affirmed, “I want to …

Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways, is optimistic about securing an equity investor by the year’s end. Allan Kilavuka, the airline’s CEO, has noted significant interest from potential investors. In an exclusive interview with a local media, Kilavuka expressed confidence that the infusion of capital could revive the airline’s profitability. ALSO …

The National Police Service has addressed concerns regarding a viral video featuring armed men in plain clothes marching in Tangulbei, Baringo County. According to NPS Spokesperson Resila Onyango, the individuals in the video are National Police Reservists undergoing training. Onyango clarified that the footage, circulating on social media, depicts the …

A 17-year-old third-year student who disappeared after fatally injuring his 12-year-old cousin in Kagio, Kirinyaga County, has been apprehended. The teenager, a student at Gathuthiini Secondary School, was captured at his uncle’s residence in Ruaka, Kiambu County, as confirmed by Kirinyaga Police Commander Andrew Naibei. Naibei stated that the teenager …

Motorists are expressing discontent with the poor condition of the Mlolongo-Katani road in Machakos County. They highlight the frustration caused by its current state, urging swift government action for repair. Joseph Kamau, a local resident, described the road as a disaster and a daily nightmare for users. Despite being under …

The Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rains starting Saturday and lasting until 6 pm on April 18, 2024. Expect intense rainfall in various regions including the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, Highlands West and East of the Rift Valley, Nairobi area, Southeastern Lowlands, Coast, and the northern sector. Rainfall …

A counterfeit medical practitioner operating in Kayole, Nairobi County, has been apprehended for allegedly deceiving patients by running an unlicensed medical clinic while posing as a qualified medical practitioner. James Waweru Njenga, aged 45, was seized by a team of investigators and officers from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) …