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  President William Ruto announced on Thursday that the government will begin distributing all Inua Jamii cash transfers to vulnerable Kenyans through the eCitizen platform. Speaking at the First Anniversary of the eCitizen Directorate at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Ruto emphasized that this initiative aims to ease the difficulties these groups face when collecting their payments. Starting today, Friday, November 29, the new system will roll out for vulnerable groups, including the elderly, orphans, and individuals with disabilities, the President assured. “I am very happy that from tomorrow, we are launching the first pilot to pay our
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  The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched a new digital speed notification system designed to alert motorists who exceed speed limits. The initiative aims to enhance road safety and promote responsible driving. On Wednesday, November 27, many drivers shared their experiences online after receiving SMS alerts from the NTSA warning them about speeding. Motorists reported receiving these messages almost immediately after driving on various roads. Social media posts highlighted the speed and timing of the notifications, with several drivers expressing surprise at the prompt alerts. “I was driving down Red Hill Road when I suddenly received an SMS
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  President William Ruto on Thursday, November 28, read the riot act to Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of 34 government agencies for failing to comply with his directive to onboard eCitizen. Addressing the First Anniversary of the eCitizen Directorate at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Ruto expressed his frustration, accusing the agencies of undermining his administration’s digitization efforts. He alleged that these organizations were deliberately resisting transparency and accountability. “I was sent a list this morning of agencies that haven’t complied, and I want to put them on notice. These people think they can play games with us,”
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  Kiambu County Senator Karungo Wa Thang’wa has accused goons of attempting an assassination on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a chaotic funeral event in Limuru on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The funeral, initially a solemn occasion, quickly descended into violence when a rowdy crowd began shaking the tent where Gachagua was seated with his allies, including Senator Thang’wa. The unexpected disruption caused panic, forcing those inside the tent to flee in fear for their safety. Gachagua, Thang’wa, and other dignitaries were swiftly evacuated by their security personnel, who ushered them to safety. Senator Thang’wa condemned the attack, calling it
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  On Thursday, November 28, 2024, Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula revealed plans to adopt Switzerland’s legal framework to help manage Nairobi. Wetang’ula shared that he had assembled a team of parliamentary lawyers to develop a legal framework based on Switzerland’s model, tailored to support the effective management of Kenya’s capital city. The announcement came during a meeting with Swiss Ambassador to Kenya, Mirko Giulietti, at the Parliament Buildings. Wetang’ula highlighted the similarities between Kenya and Switzerland, noting their shared role as mini capitals hosting multiple diplomatic missions. “Kenya and Switzerland enjoy unique similarities of being mini capitals for
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  Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo has introduced amendments to the Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Bill 2022, which is currently under review by the relevant committee. The Bill seeks to establish comprehensive guidelines to regulate surrogacy and other aspects of assisted reproductive technology. Surrogacy involves a woman carrying and delivering a baby for a couple or individual. Assisted reproductive technology includes medical procedures like in vitro fertilization (IVF), intracytoplasmic sperm injection, cryopreservation of gametes or embryos, and the use of fertility medications. These procedures are primarily used to address infertility issues. The proposed amendments aim to introduce stricter measures to prevent
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  Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a statement following an attack during a burial…
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  Rigathi Gachagua allies claim ex-MP Peter Mwathi abducted by police after Limuru burial chaos. Leaders…
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