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  WHO stated that it will assess laboratory capacity, support laboratory officers in identifying the disease, and enhance coordination and capacity for outbreak response. Read More

  Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, directed that NCPB will make payments to farmers within 30 days after delivery to the warehouses across the country. Read More

  Injendi passed away on Monday, February 17, at the age of 58, while receiving treatment at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi. Read More

  Tension is high in Kerio Valley following an attack where two primary school pupils were among three people shot dead by bandits in Koitumo area, Marakwet East Sub-County on Monday March 3, 2025 in the evening in a suspected retaliatory attack. The incident was confirmed by area chief Lawrence Mutwol, who explained that the two
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  A High Court directive is compelling the late Samuel Mutua Kivuitu’s family to settle a prolonged inheritance dispute—but one particular piece of property remains the center of a bitter deadlock. The former Electoral Commission of Kenya Chairman passed away in 2013, leaving a sizeable estate and a deeply divided household. His second wife, Priscilla Ndululu, and children from both his first and second marriages are struggling to find common ground on how to allocate various assets. Justice Stephen Riechi instructed them to present a complete list of undisputed properties for distribution, yet the Garden Estate residence has held everything in
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  Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has suspended two county officers for allegedly orchestrating the dumping of garbage outside Kenya Power’s Stima Plaza offices in Nairobi. Addressing MPs on Monday morning, Sakaja condemned the act as shameful and confirmed that investigations are ongoing. He emphasized that disciplinary action would follow based on the findings. “It is a very unfortunate situation that has us here. The dumping incident was completely uncouth, wrong and it is not something that governments do,” Sakaja stated. “The dumping was very primitive. On behalf of the staff, I apologise to the people of Kenya. It will never happen
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  The government has reassured the public that it is actively managing the situation after a mysterious illness broke out in Kisii County, affecting over 200 people in three villages. Health officials report that the disease has spread through South Mugirango, triggering severe symptoms such as diarrhea with bloody stool, high fever, and intense headaches. Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has urged residents to remain calm as health authorities investigate the cause and implement necessary interventions. Speaking to the press on Monday, March 3, 2025, PS Muthoni confirmed that health officials are on the ground, actively
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  Health workers in Kisii County are on high alert as they grapple with a puzzling disease that has left dozens hospitalized. At least 20 new patients have been rushed to various facilities, fueling suspicions that contaminated water sources may be at the heart of the outbreak. A mother caring for her feverish three-year-old is among those seeking urgent help for symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, and diarrhea. “We have been moving around, and so far, we have rushed 20 more people to various hospitals,” said Kennedy Omari, the County Health Promotion Officer. Some patients, like 60-year-old John Obara, have been
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  The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has endorsed the government’s Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), calling it a game-changer in Kenya’s journey toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Speaking on Monday, ODM Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga described SHIF as a significant upgrade from the now-defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). She acknowledged that while the initiative has faced serious challenges, fixing these issues should be a top priority. “SHIF is the best medical scheme we have ever had as a country. Previous governments failed to realise UHC, but this is a bold attempt to achieve it,” Wanga said on
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  The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has waived Ksh140 billion in tax penalties, interest, and fines under the ongoing Tax Amnesty Program, offering relief to millions of taxpayers. In a statement released on March 3, 2025, KRA confirmed that more than 1.9 million taxpayers have benefited from the initiative since its launch on December 27, 2024. The amnesty, reintroduced through the Tax Procedures (Amendment) Act, 2024, allows taxpayers to clear their records without facing additional penalties. It applies to tax debts accrued up to December 31, 2023, reinforcing KRA’s commitment to assisting taxpayers in settling past obligations without an overwhelming financial burden. The program will remain open until June
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