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Heavy rains and strong winds forecast across Kenya for five days
News

Heavy rains and strong winds forecast across Kenya for five days

In the western and central highlands, counties such as Kisumu, Siaya, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Nakuru, Narok, Kericho, Bomet, Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia, and West Pokot will also experience continuous rains and thunderstorms. Maximum temperatures in these areas will reach 31°C, while minimums are expected to fall to 8°C.

A cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at State House Nairobi on Tuesday, March 11. PHOTO/PCS
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Ruto’s fiscal discipline tested as Government offices spend more

Between July and September 2025, recurrent expenses by ministries, departments, and agencies hit Sh366.5 billion, up from Sh280.09 billion in the same period of 2024. The 30.9 per cent jump reflects increased costs in wages, administration, operations, and office maintenance — despite the government’s pledge to rein in such spending.

Thousands trapped in Darfur’s El-Fasher as RSF claims control of key army base
Global Affairs

Thousands trapped in Darfur’s El-Fasher as RSF claims control of key army base

El-Fasher, home to nearly 250,000 civilians, has become the centre of a growing humanitarian disaster. Aid groups report that residents are surviving without food, clean water, or medical care as fighting closes all escape routes. Earlier this month, MedGlobal warned that the city was “on the brink of collapse” after a prolonged siege marked by starvation and disease outbreaks.

Smart locks, new rules rolled out to safeguard 2025 national exams
Education and Career

Smart locks, new rules rolled out to safeguard 2025 national exams

The Ministry of Education has also issued strict guidelines requiring Centre Managers, Supervisors, Invigilators, and Security Officers to surrender their mobile phones once they collect examination materials. The phones will be stored securely during the entire exam period to curb communication that could compromise integrity.

Hurricane Melissa batters the Caribbean as Jamaica faces catastrophic landfall
Global Affairs

Hurricane Melissa batters the Caribbean as Jamaica faces catastrophic landfall

In its latest advisory, the NHC described the storm as “catastrophic and life-threatening,” warning that conditions would intensify overnight. At 18:00 GMT Monday, Melissa was positioned around 145 miles (233 km) southwest of Kingston, moving west-northwest at only 3 mph (6 km/h). Experts said this sluggish movement increases the risk of excessive rainfall and flooding.