The High Court has stopped the rollout of the Sh2.1 billion road upgrade deal between the Nakuru County Government and the National Youth Service (NYS) until a legal challenge questioning its legality is resolved. In a Wednesday ruling, the court classified as urgent a petition by activists Paul Muchiri and …
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A new petition is calling on Parliament to halt the government’s planned sale of a 15% stake in Safaricom, raising concerns about transparency, valuation, and potential long-term financial risks. Lawyer Francis Wanjiku has submitted a memorandum to the National Assembly’s Finance and Privatization committees, warning that the State could be …
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By: Florence Atieno, Laikipia University As Christmas approaches, excitement is building. Families are traveling, friends are planning reunions and communities across the country are preparing to celebrate. But while this season brings joy, it also calls for extra caution to protect ourselves and those around us. Every festive season sees …
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The mother of popular Kenyan gospel artiste Beatrice Mbugua, widely known as Betty Bayo, has formally appealed to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) to launch an inquest into the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s death. Click Here To Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Joyce Wairimu, through her …
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Environmental activist Truphena Muthoni, 22, has launched an extraordinary bid to set a new Guinness World Record by continuously hugging a tree for 72 hours. This demanding challenge, taking place outside Governor Kahiga Mutahi’s office, is aimed at highlighting the urgent need for global climate action. Click here to join …
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Raila Odinga Junior has announced plans to restore his late father Raila Odinga’s famed “Hammer” vehicle and eventually place it at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga mausoleum in Kang’o Ka Jaramogi. “My plan is to restore it and take it to the museum at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi,” he said, responding to …
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More than 100 women and girls were killed in Kenya between January and March 2025, a spike the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) says has become “a disturbing and urgent national crisis.” The alarming rise pushed the President to form a Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence—covering femicide—via …
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Tanzania has directed citizens to mark Independence Day from home on December 9, with only essential workers allowed to report to work, as authorities move to prevent planned anti-government demonstrations. Government spokesperson Mussa Azzan Zungu said the directive aims to preserve national order, while Police Spokesperson David Misime warned that …
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WOTE, Dec 8, 2025 — A critical care nurse from Makindu Sub-County Hospital has been celebrated for her heroic response that helped save the life of Israel’s Ambassador to Kenya. Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has awarded MaryConcepta, a highly skilled critical care nurse, a commendation letter in recognition of her …
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By: Rebecca Atieno, Laikipia University Graduation gowns shine brightly on stage, symbolizing success, but behind them lie untold stories of sacrifice, effort, and perseverance. Beneath every smile is a mind filled with questions: Am I prepared? What happens next? Will I make it? Years of late nights, tough exams, personal …
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