Mamdani’s win is historic on several fronts — he will be the first Muslim to lead the city, the first mayor born in Africa, and the youngest elected since 1892. When he entered the contest, he had no strong party backing, no major donors and very little visibility.
Rose AchiengThe storm, known locally as Tino, brought strong winds and heavy rainfall that triggered dangerous flash floods, destroyed homes and trapped families in parts of Cebu and nearby provinces.
Maureen KinyanjuiMembers of the National Assembly’s Education Committee on Tuesday held a tense sitting with Treasury and Education officials, as well as representatives of university staff, in a push to revive stalled talks on the Sh7.9 billion collective bargaining agreement.
Maureen KinyanjuiGovernment Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said more than 6,000 households across Elgeyo Marakwet and other regions — including Trans Nzoia, Tana River, Baringo, Central and parts of Northern Kenya as well as Nairobi — have been affected by flooding and landslides during this rainy season.
Maureen KinyanjuiAs of October 31, the IEBC had captured 90,020 new voters, far short of the 6.8 million people it hopes to add to the register before the 2027 polls. The drive has also processed 15,619 transfers and 188 updates to voter records.
Maureen KinyanjuiFollowing the unrest, the internet was cut nationwide and most shops in Dar es Salaam closed amid acute shortages of basic essentials and soaring prices. Schools shut and public transport came to a halt.
Samuel OtienoThe move comes as the current commissioners near the end of their six-year non-renewable term, which is set to expire on November 17, 2025.
Bradley BosireThe cornerstone of Princess Lalla Asmaa’s humanitarian portfolio is her presidency of the Lalla Asmaa Foundation for Deaf Children and Youth, founded in 1995.
Bradley BosireThe changes, effective November 4, 2025, were announced in a Gazette notice issued by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei.
Bradley BosireThe announcement was made through Gazette Notice No. 15945, following the expiry of Ambassador Anthony Muchiri’s term.
Bradley BosireThe hearings, held at the Mandera County Public Works Hall, follow a formal request for land regularization that was approved during the Commission’s 183rd Plenary Session.
Chrispho OwuorThe prosecution called three witnesses, Ibrahim Abdiwahid, Senior Sergeant Joel Koskei, and Chief Mohammed Sugow, to testify in support of the State’s case.
Chrispho OwuorSpeaking during an event at the Mandera Teachers Training College (MTTC) on Tuesday, Haro said the region had made great strides in training enough qualified teachers to meet the needs of both primary and secondary schools in the county.
Yunis DekowHer aircraft landed at 2 pm at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi, where she was received by First Lady Rachel Ruto and senior government officials.
Bradley BosireThe party says Heche’s family and colleagues have lost contact with him, raising serious safety concerns as police remain silent on his whereabouts.
Chrispho OwuorThe directive specifies that only firms meeting the prescribed standards and submitting the required documents will be approved to operate.
Chrispho OwuorThe President acknowledged that progress has been made in areas such as poverty reduction, education, and health, but warned that “persistent and widening inequality within and among nations continues to erode these very gains.”
Chrispho OwuorCheney passed away surrounded by his family, including his wife of 61 years, Lynne, and their daughters, Liz and Mary.
Bradley BosireThe alliance unveiled on Monday, November 4, 2025, aims to make Kenya Africa’s AI talent hub by connecting education, industry, and government to foster inclusion, job creation, and digital transformation.
Chrispho OwuorThe Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that Kim died on Monday, November 3, 2025, due to multiple organ failure.
Chrispho OwuorSpeaking in Doha, Qatar, at the Second World Summit for Social Development, the President, who addressed the gathering on behalf of the African Group of States said tackling these challenges “is not an act of charity but justice for humanity.”
David AbonyoThe incident happened at 09:00 local time (03:15 GMT) on Monday near the base camp of the Yalung Ri mountain in Dolakha district.
Samuel OtienoDuring the flag-off ceremony, Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale said the project demonstrates Kenya’s dedication to building a strong oxygen system while advancing the country’s path toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
David AbonyoThe World Cancer Leaders’ Summit (WCLS) is one of the most prestigious gatherings in the global health calendar.
David AbonyoAccording to an official statement released on Tuesday by the FKF Leagues and Competitions Committee, the decision followed a virtual hearing held on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Chrispho OwuorThe judgment arose from a case filed by Kenswitch, which was contesting a Sh41.6 million VAT demand on income earned from switching fees. Kenswitch manages interbank ATM and point-of-sale connectivity, allowing cardholders to access banking services across different institutions. The tax agency insisted that the firm’s income was tied to technology services and should attract VAT.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe move, aligned with President William Ruto’s directive to strengthen Kenya’s global footprint, aims to enhance trade, investment, labour relations, and cultural exchange between Kenya and Saudi Arabia.
Chrispho OwuorIn April 2024, unprecedented rains and severe washaways damaged sections of the Uplands–Kijabe–Longonot Meter Gauge Railway (MGR) line, disrupting rail services and affecting both freight and passenger movement along the corridor
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