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  A total of 1,319 individuals have been shortlisted for the position of IEBC Commissioners. Read More

  It paused military aid to Kyiv on Monday following a dramatic breakdown in relations in the Oval Office last week, when Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky was told to leave after an angry meeting with US President Donald Trump. Read More

  Homa Bay County recorded the highest number of applicants for the chairperson position, with five candidates. Kisii, Bungoma, and Trans Nzoia counties followed with three candidates each, while Siaya, Nyeri, and Baringo counties had two each. The remaining counties had either one or no applicants. Read More

  The Social Health Insurance (SHA) which replaced National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) has faced numerous challenges in implementation. Read More

  A Naivasha High Court has found former United Nations (UN) employee Nicholas Koskei guilty of murdering his wife, Rhoda Mumbi Mutua, at Jacaranda Lake Elementaita Lodge in Gilgil, Nakuru County. The court established that Koskei lured Mumbi to the lodge on July 8, 2017, under the pretense of celebrating his 36th birthday and reconciling their marital differences. However, the trip took a tragic turn when Mumbi was found dead in the bathtub of their hotel room later that night. During the trial, lead prosecutor Nelly Maingi presented compelling evidence, including forensic reports, circumstantial evidence, and testimonies from 17 witnesses. Their
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  Political activist Morara Kebaso has officially aligned his Inject Party with the opposition coalition, signaling a strategic move ahead of the 2027 general election. In an update on Wednesday, March 5, Morara stressed that his party’s role extends beyond merely criticizing the government. Instead, Inject Party aims to offer alternative solutions while championing the principles of good governance. He underscored the party’s commitment to youth empowerment, advocating for opportunities that allow young people to work, grow, and thrive in a fair economic landscape. “Inject Party has joined the opposition coalition. Our job is not to complain about this or that
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  Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Deborah Barasa has unveiled a series of transformative reforms aimed at improving Kenya’s healthcare system and addressing concerns surrounding the Social Health Authority (SHA). Speaking during a press briefing on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, CS Barasa announced that SHA will start publicly disclosing payments to health facilities next week to promote transparency. “The Ministry has also launched a Claims Tracking Dashboard to speed up payments, with nationwide training underway to help health providers streamline claim submissions,” she stated. By the end of March, 15 high-volume hospitals will integrate into the Health Information Exchange (HIE) system, allowing
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  A joint Parliamentary committee has dismissed a proposal by the National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) to extend senators’ terms from five to seven years, citing constitutional and financial concerns. In a report tabled before both the Senate and the National Assembly, the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee stressed that such a change would require a complete constitutional overhaul. “Altering the term and date of election of members of the Senate would require a complete overhaul of the constitution,“ the report stated. The committee, chaired by Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei and Tharaka MP George Murugara, argued that holding Senate elections separately from other
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  The Nairobi County Assembly is pushing for new regulations to bring order to non-motorized transport and reduce congestion in the Central Business District (CBD). On Tuesday, Kileleshwa MCA Robert Alai introduced a motion calling for mandatory registration and regulation of non-motorized transport, including wheelbarrows, rickshaws, handcarts, animal-drawn carts, luggage trolleys, and tricycles. Alai emphasized that these measures aim to improve road safety and streamline movement in the city. “This initiative aims to tackle the growing congestion and safety concerns caused by the widespread use of these transport modes, which account for 45 percent of mobility in the county, according to
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  The government is stepping up efforts to address the growing issue of street families in Kenya. Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary (CS) Alfred Mutua has announced plans for a nationwide census aimed at identifying and rehabilitating street families while ensuring they receive proper living conditions. Speaking before the Senate on Wednesday, Mutua reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of homeless individuals and restoring their dignity. He emphasized that the initiative seeks to reintegrate them into society by providing essential support and resources. Mutua pointed out that the number of street families has surged in recent years, largely
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