Isiolo, Kenya| Amid escalating political uncertainty in Isiolo County, a coalition of Somali professionals and the respected Council of Elders has issued a strong appeal for restraint, urging County Assembly Members (MCAs) and stakeholders to pursue alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms rather than push forward with the impeachment of Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo. The elders […]
Nairobi, Kenya| Jambojet, Kenya’s leading low-cost carrier, is set to strengthen its operations on the Kisumu-Nairobi route with the addition of a ninth aircraft, a Dash 8 Q400, slated to arrive next week. This strategic move underscores the airline’s commitment to meeting growing passenger demand and enhancing connectivity in one of its key markets. Scaling […]
Mombasa, Kenya| In a bold move to address its escalating solid waste challenges, Mombasa County is set to launch an innovative youth-led waste management pilot program in July 2025. The initiative, spearheaded by Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, aims to transform the city’s waste collection and disposal systems by engaging Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), private garbage collectors, and […]
Marsabit, Kenya| A transformative revival is underway in Marsabit County’s mineral-rich Hillo Mining Belt, as over 59 artisanal mining cooperatives are being formalized to unlock the region’s economic potential while addressing past environmental and security challenges. This initiative, aligned with Kenya’s Mining Act of 2016 and the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), aims to […]
In a powerful testament to the transformative potential of rehabilitation, Emmanuel Kirapash, a man who spent over two decades behind bars, has been granted a second chance at life. Recently pardoned by President William Ruto through the Power of Mercy Advisory Committee, Kirapash’s story sheds light on the challenges of incarceration, the value of prison […]
Marsabit, Kenya| Public servants in Marsabit County have been issued a stern warning against facilitating or engaging in cross-border smuggling activities along the Kenya-Ethiopia border, as authorities intensify efforts to curb the escalating illegal trade. Marsabit County Commissioner James Kamau delivered the caution during a press briefing at his office, highlighting concerns over the involvement […]
Isiolo, Kenya| The High Court in Isiolo has issued temporary orders barring the County Assembly from proceeding with an impeachment motion against Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan(Guyo), in a move that marks a major legal and political twist in the escalating standoff between the executive and legislative arms of the devolved government. Justice Nyaga Heston Mbogo, […]
In a sweeping move to overhaul Kenya’s healthcare system, the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC), in partnership with the Digital Health Agency (DHA) and the Social Health Authority (SHA), has closed 728 non-compliant health facilities and downgraded 301 others. This crackdown is part of a broader initiative to digitize healthcare services, enhance accountability, […]
In a significant move to address the teacher shortage and enhance the quality of education in Kenya, the government has unveiled an ambitious plan to recruit 116,000 teachers by 2027. Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki announced the initiative during a public address at Kasikeu Market in Kilome Constituency on Thursday, June 12, 2025, highlighting the […]
In a bid to curb the alarming rise of child exploitation in Nyeri County, the government has issued a strong warning to parents and guardians against forcing children to beg on the streets or engage in labor after school hours. The practice, described as both exploitative and illegal, has sparked growing concern among local authorities, […]
