President Ruto Nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC Chair, Names Six Others for Commissioner Roles

President William Ruto has taken a significant step toward the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) by nominating Erastus Edung Ethekon as the next chairperson of the electoral body. The nomination, announced through a statement issued by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, marks a pivotal moment in Kenya’s ongoing electoral reform […]

Power Struggles: Counties, KPLC at Loggerheads Over Unpaid Bills

•Other Issues Include Infrastructure Control, and Revenue Rights Bunge Towers, Nairobi| In Kenya’s devolved governance framework, electricity has emerged as a critical fault line—exposing the tension between national utility provider Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) and county governments. What may appear on the surface as routine power outages is, in many instances, symptomatic of […]

United for Change: Isiolo Youth and Agencies Collaborate on Health and Social Reforms

•Isiolo Youth and Stakeholders Unite in Multi-Agency Effort to Combat Health and Social Challenges In a united front to address pressing health and social issues affecting young people, the Maisha Youth Movement—Isiolo Chapter—recently spearheaded a comprehensive awareness campaign in collaboration with a wide range of government and civil society partners. The initiative, held under the […]

President Ruto Pledges to Boost Kenyan Football as He Receives UEFA Champions League Trophy

Nairobi, Kenya| President William Samoei Ruto has reiterated his administration’s commitment to revitalizing the sports sector—particularly football—as he received the iconic UEFA Champions League trophy in a symbolic ceremony held in Nairobi. The event marked a significant moment in Kenya’s sporting calendar and drew attention from both local and international football enthusiasts. The UEFA Champions […]

Fred Matiang’i Declares 2027 Presidential Bid, Vows to “Fix the Nation”

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has officially declared his candidacy for the presidency in the upcoming 2027 General Election, signaling his return to the political forefront with a bold promise to restore and reform the country’s governance. Addressing thousands of supporters at a packed Gusii Stadium in Kisii County, Matiang’i stated that his […]

Chiefs in Security Hotspots to Be Armed for Self-Defense, Says Interior CS Murkomen

Isiolo, Kenya| Chiefs and assistant chiefs serving in Kenya’s most volatile regions will now be eligible to apply for government-issued firearms, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced, in a significant shift aimed at bolstering grassroots security and shielding administrators from escalating threats. Speaking during a high-level security meeting in Isiolo town with top regional […]

South Korean Missionaries Held Hostage in Somalia Plead for Swift Rescue

Moyale, Kenya| Two South Korean nationals who were abducted from the border town of Odda in Moyale, Marsabit County, nine months ago are reportedly being held captive in Somalia by suspected members of the Al Shabaab terrorist group. The victims, identified as Mr. David Lee and his mother-in-law, Ms. Hiwi Sokk Cheon, were kidnapped on […]

Firms Urged to Embrace AI for Strategic Gains in Procurement and Supply Chain Management

The International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM) is urging organizations, government agencies, and corporations across the globe to adopt Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies in their procurement and supply chain operations to enhance efficiency, boost productivity, and gain strategic value in an increasingly complex business environment. In a virtual address delivered from Egerton University’s […]