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  Concerns have emerged in Meru County following reports of a possible Cabinet reshuffle, with speculation that President William Ruto may dismiss Water Cabinet Secretary Eric Muriithi Muuga. Sources close to the President have indicated that Ruto may introduce at least two new faces from Mt Kenya East into his ever-evolving broad-based government. The speculation surfaced after a recent meeting between Ruto and veteran politician Kiraitu Murungi, a key figure in Mt Kenya politics. As Ruto continues to engage influential leaders from the region, discussions around the reshuffle have intensified. If the reshuffle takes place, it would come just weeks after
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  Murder convict Joseph Irungu, alias Jowie, has raised concerns over the extended delay in accessing his trial record, a crucial document for his appeal against the death sentence. Jowie was sentenced to death on March 13, 2024, for the murder of Monica Kimani and filed a notice of appeal two days later. Nearly a year later, his legal team has yet to receive the trial records required to move forward with the appeal at the Appellate Court. These records, which include the trial proceedings, judge’s notes, and judgment, are essential for any proper appeal. Through his lawyer, Andrew Muge, Jowie
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  The state visit by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima to Kenya will go ahead as planned, despite strong opposition from some Kenyans. The Dutch government confirmed that the visit, scheduled for March 18 to March 20, 2025, will proceed after receiving over 300 emails from Kenyans urging the cancellation of the royal trip. These emails primarily expressed concerns about human rights violations in Kenya, particularly after a series of abductions and disappearances of individuals critical of President William Ruto’s government. Dutch public broadcaster Nederlandse Omroep Stichting (NOS) reported that many critics of President Ruto’s government opposed
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  Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia, the CEO of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, has been dismissed from his position with immediate effect following a Tuesday meeting chaired by former Starehe MP Margaret Wanjiru. Muracia, who was appointed by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to the commission established by President William Ruto, was removed after being accused of gross misconduct, corruption, embezzlement of funds, nepotism, and insubordination. Investigations suggest that Muracia exploited organizational gaps to misappropriate resources and enrich himself. “He was suspended, and during a commissioners’ meeting, a vote was conducted through a secret ballot, leading to his dismissal,” Wanjiru confirmed. The
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  Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has claimed that the government has created a command outside the…
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  Michelle Obama, the former first lady, has chosen not to attend Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration on January 20. The announcement follows her notable absence at the recent state funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, where she was expected to sit alongside President-elect Trump. Reports from CNN revealed that Michelle was “still in Hawaii on
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  Kenya is grappling with an unprecedented medical supply shortage, leaving millions at risk. Critical resources like HIV drugs, testing kits, and vaccines run out. Both public and private hospitals are reporting depleted stocks of Atazanavir, a vital HIV medication, alongside condoms, BCG vaccines for newborns, and most HIV-testing equipment. Dr. Ruth Laibon-Masha, CEO of the
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  The magazine revealed Abdirizak Warsame, the Vice Chairman of IBS Bank, as the Person of the Year 2024. Read More

  The lawmakers have also adopted a visibly scaled up security approach with youths in tow to ensure their meetings proceed undisrupted. Read More

  The patients, some of whom managed to gain entry into Afya House, detailed their struggles, accusing officials of neglecting their concerns. Read More