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President William Ruto has announced a 12 per cent increase in general wages and a 15 percent rise for agricultural workers during Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County.
Speaking before a large crowd, the President said the adjustment was intended to ease the impact of rising living costs and…
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Seven people were killed in Tseikuru in Kitui County, prompting an appeal for calm from Kalonzo Musyoka.
Kalonzo, the leader of the Wiper Democratic Movement, described the killings as painful and deeply troubling. He warned against retaliatory violence and urged communities to avoid revenge,…
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Social media platforms have become the primary source of news for many people in Kenya, overtaking traditional outlets such as television, radio and newspapers.
This shift reflects a wider global pattern, as audiences increasingly turn to digital platforms for timely and easily accessible…
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President William Ruto is reorganising his political network in the Mt Kenya region to strengthen support ahead of the 2027 election.
The move reflects efforts to stabilise a key voting bloc that was central to his 2022 victory but has recently shown signs of dissatisfaction. At the same time,…
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The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has nominated Court of Appeal judge Mohamed Warsame for appointment to Kenya’s Supreme Court.
The nomination follows a series of public interviews in Nairobi, where candidates were assessed on integrity, professional competence, and their approach to…
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Kenya has deployed military personnel to Nairobi to support search-and-rescue efforts after heavy rains flooded more than 100 homes and displaced hundreds of residents.
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) were sent to assist emergency teams as conditions worsened across affected areas. Nairobi North…
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Teachers in Kenya will receive expanded medical cover after the government reached an agreement with the Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT), removing out-of-pocket charges and revising benefits under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF).
The agreement follows weeks of tension over…
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Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen told the Judicial Service Commission he would remain impartial if appointed to the Supreme Court, despite concerns about his past role as President William Ruto’s lawyer.
Appearing before the commission on 28 April at the Milimani Law Courts, Kigen was questioned…
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Teachers in several parts of Kenya have begun industrial action as the second school term starts, increasing pressure on the government and the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to address disputes over employment terms, healthcare, and allowances.
The protests, organised by the Kenya Union of Post…
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Kenya’s Senate has summoned Kisumu Governor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o to explain alleged failures in the management of municipal boards within the county.
The action follows deliberations by the Senate’s Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations Committee, chaired by Mohamed Abbas. Lawmakers are…
