Baku, Azerbaijan, Nov 19 – COP29 in Baku has marked a historic step forward with the establishment of a global carbon market under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement. This mechanism, championed as a “game-changing tool” for both emissions reduction and climate finance, enables countries to trade verified carbon credits, providing critical financial support for Read More
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Members of Parliament have rejected the government’s proposal to create a new Commission for peacebuilding in Kenya. The National Assembly Committee on Cohesion and Equal Opportunities criticized the Interior Ministry’s plan to establish the National Peace Building Commission (NPC), calling it a misguided move that would duplicate existing roles. At a joint retreat with the National Integration and Cohesion Commission (NCIC) in Mombasa, Committee members, led by Chairman Adan Haji, were informed that the proposed Commission would also oversee the management of the Peace Building Fund. NCIC Chairman Dr. Samuel Kobia explained that the proposal was part of a report
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Governors have threatened to shut down county operations due to the National Treasury’s delay in releasing crucial funds for devolved units. The Council of Governors (CoG) expressed frustration over the issue, calling the delay “unacceptable.” They revealed that the National Treasury has not yet disbursed Kes.63.6 billion for the October and November 2024 allocations. By December 2024, 50 percent of these funds will be exhausted, meaning counties will not receive any further disbursements from January 2025 unless the issue is addressed. “We call upon the Controller of Budget to stop being a bottleneck in this process and ensure counties access
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Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale revealed on Sunday that two state parastatals are among the many companies put on notice for polluting the Nairobi River. Speaking at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, Duale said 145 companies operating in Nairobi had been identified as major polluters of the river. Among these companies are the Athi Water Services and the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company, both of which run their sewer lines beneath the riverbed, raising significant environmental concerns. “The biggest polluters of the Nairobi River are the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company and Athi
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On Sunday, the United Democratic Party Movement (UDM) donated KES 1.65 million to the family of missing Wajir Member of County Assembly (MCA), Yussuf Hussein, popularly known as Tolfiyow. During the donation, UDM party leader Ali Roba expressed his sympathy for the pain and distress the family has faced since Hussein’s disappearance on September 13. He acknowledged the emotional toll the family has endured over the past two months. Roba urged the relevant authorities and security agencies to locate the MCA, and if found guilty of any wrongdoing, to promptly bring him to court. “We call on the Inspector General
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Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire condemned her county’s constituents for heckling President William Ruto during a church service on Sunday. The incident occurred at the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Mukangu in Embu, where the crowd interrupted President Ruto’s speech with chants of “Ruto Must Go.” A visibly frustrated Mbarire criticized her constituents, calling the heckling rude and disrespectful to the office of the presidency. “We want our markets upgraded tomorrow, but we can’t ask for development while heckling the head of state,” she said. The governor stressed the importance of respecting elected officials and maintaining civility at public gatherings. “Even
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The government has launched a two-week job recruitment drive to connect Kenyans with employment opportunities abroad. The exercise, which started on Monday, November 18, will run until December 6 in counties across the country. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura announced that officials are finalizing negotiations to secure additional overseas job opportunities for Kenyans. He encouraged citizens to participate in large numbers, emphasizing the benefits of these roles. “We encourage Kenyans to seize these opportunities, which not only provide jobs but also enable skills and technology transfer to Kenya,” he stated. The government has already secured positions through bilateral agreements with nations
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The Kenyan Embassy in Australia has announced new scholarship opportunities for Kenyan students. The embassy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Stanley International University College in Perth, Australia, to provide funded scholarships for two degree programs: a Bachelor of Community Service and a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology. The scholarships will cover 100% of tuition fees and waive the AUD 230 (Sh19,290) enrollment fee. Applications are now open for eligible students. According to a notice released on Monday, applicants must hold a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of B or its equivalent.
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The National Youth Service (NYS) has announced 217 job openings for its male graduates, inviting applications for positions with a Saudi Arabia-based company. The job opportunities focus on skilled professionals specializing in heavy machinery maintenance and repair. In an advertisement released on Sunday, November 17, NYS shared details of the job openings, urging former trainees to apply for these exciting positions. The company, which has not been named, is looking for qualified professionals in several specialized fields to fill these vacancies. Job Opportunities and Requirements The positions available include roles for Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Electricians, Generator Technicians, and
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The Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) has expressed strong support for a statement by Catholic clergy that criticized President Ruto’s government. In a statement signed by Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit, the ACK rejected media reports suggesting that it held a differing stance from the Catholic clergy on the matter. “The Anglican Church of Kenya takes great exception to media reports implying we do not support the Catholic bishops’ stand on critical national issues,” stated Ole Sapit. “We believe that the government is yet to turn around the country and steer it in the right direction.” The ACK also condemned attacks
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