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Uganda demands answers on activist Atuhaire detained in Tanzania

Uganda High Commission in Tanzania writes to Dar es Salaam police requesting to visit detained activist Agather Atuhaire; seeks details on her case and possible return to Uganda.

Uganda demands answers on activist Atuhaire detained in Tanzania

New advisory team to oversee rollout of job-linked training policy

New advisory team to oversee rollout of job-linked training policy

Tharaka Nithi promotes 21 doctors after deal with KMPDU

Tharaka Nithi promotes 21 doctors after deal with KMPDU

Police arrest six after fatal shooting of Father Bett in Baringo

Police arrest six after fatal shooting of Father Bett in Baringo

Autoimmune hepatitis: the hidden liver disease many don't know about

When people think about liver disease, they imagine issues caused by drinking alcohol or infections like hepatitis B or C.

Autoimmune hepatitis: the hidden liver disease many don't know about

Rights coalition faults Tanzania over detention of Mwangi, Atuhaire incommunicado

The Police Reforms Working Group Kenya on Wednesday condemned the arrest and incommunicado detention of Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan lawyer Agather Atuhaire by Tanzanian authorities.

Rights coalition faults Tanzania over detention of Mwangi, Atuhaire incommunicado

Rights groups demand release of activists arrested in Tanzania

Human Rights Defenders demand release of activists Boniface Mwangi and Agatha Atuhaire arrested on Monday in Tanzania; they were to observe opposition leader Tundu Lissu’s treason trial.

Rights groups demand release of activists arrested in Tanzania

Kenya health union condemns police force on UHC protest in Nairobi

The Kenya National Union of Medical Laboratory Officers on Tuesday condemned what it described as excessive force used by police during a major protest in Nairobi over universal healthcare rights.

Kenya health union condemns police force on UHC protest in Nairobi

Kenya urges swift adoption of pandemic treaty at WHO assembly

Kenya has called on countries to urgently adopt a new global pandemic treaty and finalise its annex to guarantee technology transfer and fair benefits for developing nations.

Kenya urges swift adoption of pandemic treaty at WHO assembly

High Court rejects Orwoba bid to halt UDA ouster

The High Court has dismissed a petition by nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba seeking to block her expulsion from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

High Court rejects Orwoba bid to halt UDA ouster

Nairobi SACCO leads with all-electric bus fleet to CBD

A Nairobi SACCO has become the first in the city to operate an all-electric bus fleet on a key route, running 12 electric buses between Kariobangi South and Nairobi Central Business District (CBD).

Nairobi SACCO leads with all-electric bus fleet to CBD

Amnesty International criticises Kenya's Saudi envoy for downplaying domestic worker abuse report

Amnesty International has urged the Kenyan government to act after its ambassador to Saudi Arabia dismissed a report detailing abuse of 72 Kenyan domestic workers.

Amnesty International criticises Kenya's Saudi envoy for downplaying domestic worker abuse report

Mwangi claims life in danger after night raid by armed men at Dar hotel

Activist Boniface Mwangi has claimed that his life is in danger after armed men who said they were police officers tried to force him out of his hotel room in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Mwangi claims life in danger after night raid by armed men at Dar hotel

Koech: Kenya wants partnership not pressure from US

Defence, Foreign Affairs and Intelligence Committee chair Koech responds to US claims on China ties, says Kenya is not shifting allegiance but widening bilateral relations.

Koech: Kenya wants partnership not pressure from US

EACC arrests Natembeya over alleged Sh1.4 billion graft in county projects

EACC officers arrested Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya on Monday morning in connection with alleged embezzlement of Ksh.1.4 billion in county funds.

EACC arrests Natembeya over alleged Sh1.4 billion graft in county projects

Martha Karua, two human rights defenders denied entry to Tanzania

Martha Karua, the People’s Liberation Party leader, claims Tanzanian officials denied her entry on Saturday morning at Mwalimu Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam.

Martha Karua, two human rights defenders denied entry to Tanzania

Rights group slams Tanzania over detention of Karua and two others

Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition has condemned the arrest and detention of Martha Karua, Gloria Kimani and Lynn Ngugi at Julius Nyerere International Airport.

Rights group slams Tanzania over detention of Karua and two others

Nairobi County says Naivas closure lacks legal basis

Nairobi County on Wednesday said it has not ordered the closure of Naivas Supermarket’s Moi Avenue branch, contradicting a directive by the County Assembly Health Committee.

Nairobi County says Naivas closure lacks legal basis

Naivas dismisses expired products claims after Nairobi health team calls for closure

Naivas Supermarket has dismissed claims that expired products were found on its shelves or that any of its Nairobi outlets have been shut down.

Naivas dismisses expired products claims after Nairobi health team calls for closure

Kenya, Germany host Eastern Africa's first green hydrogen symposium in Nairobi

Kenya and Germany have launched the first Eastern Africa Regional Green Hydrogen Symposium in Nairobi, opening a rare forum to chart a shared green hydrogen agenda across borders.

Kenya, Germany host Eastern Africa's first green hydrogen symposium in Nairobi

Betting regulator warns against surge in unlicensed online gambling platforms

Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has warned against a growing number of unlicensed online gambling platforms targeting Kenyan users as sports betting surges across Africa.

Betting regulator warns against surge in unlicensed online gambling platforms

PCEA leaders clash over contempt charges in treasurer dispute

Contempt of court charges against PCEA Secretary General and Moderator have deepened following accusations of misleading delegates about a court order barring a treasurer’s installation.

PCEA leaders clash over contempt charges in treasurer dispute

MPs locked out of KICC over Sh50 million rent arrears

MPs have been locked out of offices at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) due to unpaid rent of more than Sh50 million.

MPs locked out of KICC over Sh50 million rent arrears

Gachagua finally quits UDA, blasts party for unfulfilled promises

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced his resignation from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing the party of abandoning its founding ideals and harming the country’s future.

Gachagua finally quits UDA, blasts party for unfulfilled promises

Malalah demands Ruto dissolve government after court ruling on Gachagua impeachment

Former UDA Secretary General Cleophas Malalah has called on President William Ruto to dissolve the government and seek a fresh mandate from the people.

Malalah demands Ruto dissolve government after court ruling on Gachagua impeachment

Duale, KMPDU chart path to boost doctors' pay, working conditions

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called for urgent reforms to address doctors’ pay, working conditions and stalled health sector agreements.

Duale, KMPDU chart path to boost doctors' pay, working conditions

Safaricom net income jumps 10.8pc to Sh69.8bn, first in East and Central Africa

Safaricom has reported a 10.8 per cent rise in net income to Sh69.8 billion for the year ending Monday, March 31, as total revenue surged past $3 billion.

Safaricom net income jumps 10.8pc to Sh69.8bn, first in East and Central Africa

Ruto hands over 47 disease surveillance vehicles to counties

President William Ruto has handed over 47 disease surveillance motor vehicles to county governments, strengthening Kenya’s public health infrastructure.

Ruto hands over 47 disease surveillance vehicles to counties

Kenya pushes for new law to tighten control on weapons-linked goods

Kenya is moving to tighten national security with the Strategic Goods Control Bill, 2025, a proposed law to regulate goods and technology that could be used to develop weapons of mass destruction.

Kenya pushes for new law to tighten control on weapons-linked goods

IGAD condemns drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Port Sudan

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) condemned recent drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Port Sudan, calling them unacceptable.

IGAD condemns drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Port Sudan

NTSA resolves number plate shortage, urges clients to collect plates

National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has confirmed the resolution of a months-long shortage of motor vehicle number plates.

NTSA resolves number plate shortage, urges clients to collect plates

Edukans, Kisumu Polytechnic to train 2,300 youth in green textile skills

At least 2,300 Kenyan youth are set to receive specialised training in green textile and fashion under the newly launched Wear the Green Future initiative.

Edukans, Kisumu Polytechnic to train 2,300 youth in green textile skills

President William Ruto signs Persons with Disabilities Bill into law

President William Ruto signed the Persons with Disabili ties Bill 2025 into law at State House, advancing the rights of people with disabilities in Kenya.

President William Ruto signs Persons with Disabilities Bill into law

Government bans over 50 harmful pesticide brands

The government has banned more than 50 harmful pesticide brands, particularly those already prohibited in their countries of origin.

Government bans over 50 harmful pesticide brands

Kenya eyes climate-smart investments in water and sanitation sector

Kenya eyes climate-smart investments in the water and sanitation sector.

Kenya eyes climate-smart investments in water and sanitation sector

Civil society pushes Kenya to fix gaps in early warning systems, boost disaster preparedness

Civil society organisations have urged the government to improve early warning systems to better prepare communities for disasters.

Civil society pushes Kenya to fix gaps in early warning systems, boost disaster preparedness

AU, IGAD pledge full support for South Sudan's peace deal after high-level talks

The African Union Commission (AUC) and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) have pledged continued backing for South Sudan’s push toward peace and democratic governance.

AU, IGAD pledge full support for South Sudan's peace deal after high-level talks

Kalonzo, Wamalwa warn Ruto against partisan IEBC appointments

Wiper Democratic Movement and Democratic Action Party leaders have warned President William Ruto against proceeding with appointments to the IEBC without consulting them.

Kalonzo, Wamalwa warn Ruto against partisan IEBC appointments

Kasipul MP Charles Were died from excessive bleeding, autopsy reveals

Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo Were, 51, died from excessive bleeding after being shot five times by unknown gunmen on Wednesday, April 30.

Kasipul MP Charles Were died from excessive bleeding, autopsy reveals

Kioni warns 2027 will punish weak leaders, backs Matiang'i as Jubilee's best hope

Jubilee Party Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has declared that Kenya’s increasingly informed voters will no longer tolerate self-serving leaders.

Kioni warns 2027 will punish weak leaders, backs Matiang'i as Jubilee's best hope

'Zakayo shoe-ka': Kenyans flood social media with memes after shoe hits Ruto in Migori

Kenyans on social media have flooded timelines with jokes, memes and biting remarks after President William Ruto was hit by a flying shoe during a rally in Migori County on Sunday, May 4.

'Zakayo shoe-ka': Kenyans flood social media with memes after shoe hits Ruto in Migori

Kenya targets climate-smart water and sanitation breakthroughs at global conference

Kenya steps up efforts to transform its water and sanitation sector with focus on climate resilience, digital innovation and private investment ahead of Mombasa conference.

Kenya targets climate-smart water and sanitation breakthroughs at global conference

Engineers poised for global recognition as Washington Accord membership nears

Kenya will join the Washington Accord in June, granting its engineers global recognition and expanding employment opportunities worldwide.

Engineers poised for global recognition as Washington Accord membership nears

'We will enforce justice': Doctors issue strike ultimatum to counties

Doctors have threatened to strike if Nakuru, Laikipia and Kajiado counties fail to implement their part of a labour deal by May 24.

'We will enforce justice': Doctors issue strike ultimatum to counties

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