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Mate Tongola

Itumbi apologises to Butere Girls, says ban on Echoes of War 'unnecessary'

Dennis Itumbi has apologised to Butere Girls High School drama students following police action against them, after they declined to perform their play, Echoes of War in Nakuru.

Itumbi apologises to Butere Girls, says ban on Echoes of War 'unnecessary'

Adidas Originals opens flagship store in Nairobi

Adidas Originals opens flagship store in Nairobi

Ruto slams 'Echoes of War' play, vows to protect children from politics

Ruto slams 'Echoes of War' play, vows to protect children from politics

Duale - 40 percent coverage achieved in Universal Health Coverage

Duale - 40 percent coverage achieved in Universal Health Coverage

Ruto gazettes new Cabinet and Principal secretaries

Ruku and Cheptumo are expected to be sworn into office on Thursday,

Ruto gazettes new Cabinet and Principal secretaries

Liaise with police - IG Kanja responds to Gachagua's assassination claims

IG Kanja refuted reports that authorities had failed to provide Gachagua with security.

Liaise with police - IG Kanja responds to Gachagua's assassination claims

Committee endorses appointment of Ruku and Cheptumo as CSs

National Assembly Committee on Appointments recommends appointment of Geoffrey Ruku and Hannah Cheptumo to Cabinet, await MPs consideration.

Committee endorses appointment of Ruku and Cheptumo as CSs

IPOA: 37 police officers convicted amid challenges in oversight role

“IPOA cannot arrest anyone. We depend on the police to arrest themselves." Hassan remarked.

IPOA: 37 police officers convicted amid challenges in oversight role

Government to uphold court ruling on police reforms, says PS Omollo

Despite the court ruling, the Interior Ministry has maintained its commitment to reforming the security sector.

Government to uphold court ruling on police reforms, says PS Omollo

Born to roam: Nissan X-Trail T30 turns 25

The Nissan X-Trail T30, the inaugural model in the X-Trail series, marks its 25th anniversary this year.

Born to roam: Nissan X-Trail T30 turns 25

Ministry to review drama festival guidelines after Butere Girls incident

Bitok says the review aims to ensure stricter compliance and prevent similar incidents in the future.

Ministry to review drama festival guidelines after Butere Girls incident

CS Ogamba faults Butere Girls for using Malala to direct school drama

The Education CS emphasized that Malala’s involvement was in direct violation of the festival rules.

CS Ogamba faults Butere Girls for using Malala to direct school drama

Two arrested as NACADA raids drug dens in Makueni

NACADA says local communities play a crucial role in the operation against drug abuse.

Two arrested as NACADA raids drug dens in Makueni

Echoes of War: CJ Koome calls for court orders to be respected

According to Koome, deliberate disregard of the court ruling represents a serious threat to democracy.

Echoes of War: CJ Koome calls for court orders to be respected

Gachagua condemns fracas meted on Cleophas Malala over satirical play

Gachagua says the play is a satirical piece and poses no threat beyond its literary message.

$Gachagua condemns fracas meted on Cleophas Malala over satirical play$

KDF deployed to assist in demolishing sinking building in Mombasa

The demolition of the building is set for 8:00 a.m. Wednesday.

KDF deployed to assist in demolishing sinking building in Mombasa

Kenya Forest Service responds to fatal shooting allegations in Trans Nzoia

During the confrontation, one person was fatally wounded, allegedly by a stray bullet.

Kenya Forest Service responds to fatal shooting allegations in Trans Nzoia

Energy Ministry intensifies power expansion in South Nyanza

The ministry will also extend a transmission line from Thurdibuoro in Kisumu to Ndhiwa in Homa Bay County.

Energy Ministry intensifies power expansion in South Nyanza

Government warns Kenyans against rising foreign job scams

The government has established a verification desk at JKIA to curb the vice.

Government warns Kenyans against rising foreign job scams

UK Defence Secretary meets family of lady allegedly murdered by British soldiers

This is the first time a UK government minister has met with Wanjiru’s family since her death 13 years ago.

UK Defence Secretary meets family of lady allegedly murdered by British soldiers

Police denies communication lapses with families of deployed officers

The MSS Spokesperson emphasized that communication remains a top priority for the MSS.

Police denies communication lapses with families of deployed officers

Goons disrupt service at PCEA Kasarani attended by Gachagua

Gachagua was quickly shielded by his security detail.

Goons disrupt service at PCEA Kasarani attended by Gachagua

NACADA seizes illicit goods worth over Sh2.9m in Bondo

The two suspects will be arraigned in court on Monday.

NACADA seizes illicit goods worth over Sh2.9m in Bondo

Police deny IG's political rally attendance amid LSK criticism

NPS insists that at no time has the IG engaged in activities that could undermine the neutrality of his office.

Police deny IG's political rally attendance amid LSK criticism

NACADA raids an illicit brewery in Kisii, confiscate 55,000 litres of kangara

NACADA has hailed the raid as a significant victory in the ongoing battle against illicit brews.

NACADA raids an illicit brewery in Kisii, confiscate 55,000 litres of kangara

Irungu Nyakera: Why I was fired

Nyakera defended his track record, stating that it was free of corruption or mismanagement allegations.

Irungu Nyakera: Why I was fired

Raila's personal bodyguard George Oduor is dead

Oduor is said to have been admitted at the Nairobi West Hospital for two weeks.

Raila's personal bodyguard George Oduor is dead

Massive drug bust in Kisii as NACADA cracks down on narcotics

However, the prime suspect, Geoffrey Nyabira, alias Jeff, managed to evade capture.

Massive drug bust in Kisii as NACADA cracks down on narcotics

Inflation rises to 3.6 percent in March amid higher food prices

The surge in inflation was primarily driven by rising food prices.

Inflation rises to 3.6 percent in March amid higher food prices

Kenya sends special envoy to South Sudan over Machar's arrest

Machar was placed under house arrest on Wednesday amid growing tensions in the country.

Kenya sends special envoy to South Sudan over Machar's arrest

Kindiki welcomes Ruto's development tour of Mt Kenya

Kindiki stated that the tour is not a political engagement but a commitment to improving livelihoods.

Kindiki welcomes Ruto's development tour of Mt Kenya

CS Muturi was an 'incompetent' AG, says Ruto

President William Ruto has hit out at Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Justin Muturi, saying he proved to be incompetent as Attorney General.

CS Muturi was an 'incompetent' AG, says Ruto

Duale pledges to strengthen healthcare delivery

Duale was among the Cabinet Secretaries dismissed by President Ruto on July 11, 2024.

Duale pledges to strengthen healthcare delivery

Trust deficit ailing IEBC: Joy Mdivo tells interviewing panel

The IEBC chair candidate vowed to restore public trust in the electoral commission.

Trust deficit ailing IEBC: Joy Mdivo tells interviewing panel

State House aide's bodyguard shoots man dead in Nairobi

The deceased was shot seven times during the confrontation.

State House aide's bodyguard shoots man dead in Nairobi

Super Metro reprieve after court lifts suspension

Transport Licensing Appeal Board gave Super Metro the green light to resume operations immediately.

Super Metro reprieve after court lifts suspension

Six killed in suspected Al-Shabaab attack in Garissa County

The attack comes five days after the U.S. Embassy in Kenya issued a travel advisory alert.

Six killed in suspected Al-Shabaab attack in Garissa County

President Ruto vows to continue church donations

Ruto pledged financial support for the completion of the AIC, Jericho, which remains unfinished.

President Ruto vows to continue church donations

Roaring engines, rugged terrains: Safari rally thrills Naivasha

Naivasha has solidified its place as the rally’s preferred location, thanks to its vast open spaces and varied landscapes.

Roaring engines, rugged terrains: Safari rally thrills Naivasha

Kisiang'ani axed as ICT PS in new govt changes

Kisiang'ani has been replaced by Stephen Isaboke.

Kisiang'ani axed as ICT PS in new govt changes

KNH clarifies circumstances surrounding Dr Daniel Chacha's death

Dr. Chacha tragically passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025.

KNH clarifies circumstances surrounding Dr Daniel Chacha's death

Police seize bhang worth Sh12m in Migori raid

The 423kgs of bhang were stashed in 14 sacks and stored in a godown at Taraqwiti village, Migori County.

Police seize bhang worth Sh12m in Migori raid

Editors condemn withdrawal of adverts from Standard Group

The Guild warned against the use of taxpayer funds as a tool to influence editorial decisions.

Editors condemn withdrawal of adverts from Standard Group

KMPDU urges President Ruto to scrap SHA, revamp NHIF

KMPDU has called on President William Ruto to abandon the Social Health Authority (SHA) and instead focus on fixing the failing National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF).

KMPDU urges President Ruto to scrap SHA, revamp NHIF

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