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  The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court will today morning deliver judgment in the KSh588 million corruption case against former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Ndung’u Waititu Babayao, his wife, and implicated county officials. Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzioki, who found the accused with a case to answer, will deliver the final verdict on whether or not they should be sent
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  The doctors at the facility had downed their tools last week, citing failure by the hospital’s management to address their grievances and implement the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Read More

  The government will allocate Sh3.09 trillion for recurrent spending with an additional Sh5 billion proposed for the Contingency Fund. Read More

  Prime cabinet secretary Musalia Mudavadi arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Tuesday February 11, 2025 for the African Union (AU) Summit, to lead the last-minute campaigns for Raila Odinga’s AUC Chair bid. In a statement on Tuesday evening, Mudavadi noted that the AU Summit is  a landmark event where Kenya has presented a candidate for
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  Veteran journalist Smriti Vidyarthi has officially announced her departure from Nation Media Group (NMG) after an impressive 16-and-a-half-year career with the broadcaster. On Monday, February 10, 2025, Vidyarthi expressed her gratitude to viewers and NMG for their unwavering support throughout her journey in journalism. “Sixteen and a half years of service to the Nation Media Group and to the nation at large. Thank you for trusting me. For now, tune in tonight at 9 pm for my last bulletin on NTV,” she stated. A familiar face in Kenyan journalism, Vidyarthi has been a prime-time news anchor, covering major live events, breaking news, and conducting high-profile interviews. She pursued her higher education in the United Kingdom,
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  It is not surprising that Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata is the best-performing head of a devolved unit in Kenya. Kang’ata has been ranked as Kenya’s best-performing county boss, securing a 68 percent approval rating in the latest CountyTrak Performance Survey by Infotrak Research. Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya followed closely with 64 percent, while Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga took third place with 61 percent. Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o scored 59 percent, while Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo and Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich tied for fifth place at 57 percent each. A total of 14 governors scored above 50 percent, reflecting strong public approval of their leadership. These include Kisii Governor Simba Arati (55 percent), Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro
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  The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has exposed the most corrupt public offices in Kenya, highlighting the widespread graft affecting government institutions. According to the National Ethics and Corruption Survey 2023, released on Tuesday, corruption remains deeply rooted in key public offices, undermining service delivery for millions of Kenyans. The report ranks the County Health Department, National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), County Commissioner’s Office, Public Service Commission, and County Public Service Boards as the top five most corrupt institutions, each recording 100% graft prevalence. Kenyans seeking services in these institutions often face demands for bribes to ensure faster processing, according to the EACC report. Other agencies that recorded 100% corruption prevalence include the National Construction Authority (NCA), the
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  Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo and Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murango have been ranked as the most popular senators in 2024, according to a recent Infotrak survey. The report, released Tuesday, shows that both senators led with a 52 percent approval rating. Murang’a Senator Joel Nyutu and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah followed closely, securing third place with 50 percent each. Nyandarua Senator John Methu and Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka trailed slightly with 49 percent, while Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna scored 45 percent. Six senators ranked lower in popularity, each scoring 42 percent. They include Kwale Senator Issa Juma Boy, Machakos Senator Agnes Kavindu, Nyeri Senator William Wahome, Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang, Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei, and Bungoma Senator Wafula Wakoli. Infotrak conducted the survey between October and December 2024, gathering
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  Kenya ranked 121st out of 180 countries in the 2024 Corruption Perception Index (CPI), according to a report by Transparency International Kenya (TI-K). The country scored 32 out of 100, marking a slight improvement from 31 points in 2023. Despite this progress, Kenya’s score remains below the Sub-Saharan Africa average of 33 points and well below the global average of 43 points. A score under 50 indicates serious corruption levels in the public sector, highlighting ongoing governance and accountability challenges. In a statement released on February 11, TI-K noted that despite increased public awareness and civic engagement, corruption remains a major issue in Kenya. How Kenya Compares to East Africa Within East Africa, Rwanda leads the region with 57 points, improving
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  The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has received international recognition for its new banknotes, which feature cutting-edge security measures designed to prevent counterfeiting. In a statement on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, CBK announced that it was honored at the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (HSP-EMEA) Conference for its innovative currency design. The new banknote series, introduced in August 2024 and printed by a German firm, captured global attention for its enhanced anti-counterfeiting features. The award was presented in Basel, Switzerland, during an event that brought together security document experts specializing in government-issued documents, including currency, excise stamps, ID cards, e-passports, visas, and vehicle documents. Enhanced Security Features Kenya’s new currency series includes Ksh1,000, Ksh500, Ksh200, Ksh100, and Ksh50 banknotes, maintaining a familiar
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