Lobby Urges Kisumu to Declare Sickle Cell a Public Health Emergency

•The Lobby Cites Alarming Mortality Rates and Systemic Neglect in Healthcare Planning A coalition of advocacy groups, caregivers, and individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) has petitioned the Kisumu County Assembly to declare the condition a public health emergency, citing alarming mortality rates and systemic neglect in healthcare planning. The petition, delivered this week […]

High Court Urges Enhanced Accountability and Judicial Vigilance in Devolved Governance

Mombasa, Kenya| The High Court has called for unwavering accountability in the exercise of devolved functions across Kenya, emphasizing the judiciary’s pivotal role in safeguarding constitutional values and promoting equitable governance. Speaking during the 2025 Annual High Court Leaders Conference held at the Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort in Mombasa, Deputy Chief Justice (DCJ) Philomena Mwilu […]

UDA Delegation Hails Strengthened Ties with China’s CPC in High-Level Beijing Meeting

Beijing, China| A high-level delegation from Kenya’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party held productive talks with the Communist Party of China (CPC) during a visit to Beijing, reinforcing bilateral cooperation and exploring avenues for deeper political and economic collaboration. The delegation, led by UDA Secretary General Senator Hassan Omar, met with CPC Vice Minister for […]

UDA Delegation Strengthens Ties with China in High-Level CPC Meeting

Beijing, China| A high-profile delegation from Kenya’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party held a strategic meeting with senior officials of the Communist Party of China (CPC) to explore avenues for deeper bilateral cooperation and party-to-party exchanges. The discussions, held at the International Department of the CPC, centered on China’s developmental progress, historical relations with Africa, […]

CS Aden Duale, Governors Forge United Front to Strengthen Kenya’s Health Sector

In a major step toward advancing Kenya’s health agenda, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale held high-level consultations with the Council of Governors (CoG) Health Committee to deliberate on key priorities shaping the future of healthcare in the country. The strategic meeting, held in Nairobi, was chaired by Wajir Governor and CoG Health Committee Chair Ahmed […]

History Made: Blue Origin Launches First All-Female Civilian Crew into Space

In a landmark moment for space travel and gender representation in aerospace, Blue Origin successfully launched its first all-female civilian crew into space on Monday morning, marking a historic milestone in commercial spaceflight. The six women aboard the New Shepard rocket — including pop icon Katy Perry, veteran journalist Gayle King, and former NASA rocket […]

Outcry in Isiolo as Cattle Rustlers Wound Local Elder, Rekindling Fears Over Spiraling Insecurity

Isiolo, Kenya| The wave of insecurity sweeping across Isiolo County has once again come into sharp focus following a harrowing attack in the volatile Biliqo Marara area, where a 41-year-old local elder, Abdimajid Ali Hussein, was shot and critically injured by armed cattle rustlers. The incident has reignited public outrage and amplified calls for urgent […]

Mandera County Launches Ashabito Market Stalls as Part of Wider Revenue Mobilisation Drive

•CEC Adan Dakane Supervises Allocation and Commissioning, Urges Compliance and Cooperation from Traders Ashabito, Mandera County| The Mandera County Government has taken a significant step toward revitalizing local trade and boosting its own-source revenue collection by commissioning 24 newly constructed market stalls in Ashabito town. The allocation and official commissioning of the stalls was presided […]

Iranian Embassy and NGEC Forge Partnership to Advance Education and Women Empowerment in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya| In a significant move to deepen diplomatic and development ties between Kenya and Iran, the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, through its Cultural Counsellor Dr. Ali Pourmarjan, convened a high-level breakfast meeting with key stakeholders to deliberate on collaborative strategies for enhancing education and promoting women empowerment in Kenya. The strategic […]