The County Government Workers Union Kenya has given SRC and governors seven days to address alleged pay discrimination, warning of a nationwide strike that could disrupt services in all 47 counties.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iSaudi Arabia has been pursuing broader economic reforms aimed at attracting foreign capital and reducing reliance on oil revenues, with capital market liberalisation seen as a key pillar of that strategy.
Chrispho OwuorPrincipal Secretary, State Department for Gender Affairs and Affirmative Action, said the convention “demonstrates Africa's leadership efforts in ending violence against women and girls globally.”
David AbonyoWith the season entering its decisive phase, the signings could prove pivotal in turning a mixed start into a sustained title challenge.
Wainaina MarkIn a statement issued on January 7, 2025, the Kenya Wildlife Service has asked the public to report any sightings via Toll Free 0800 597 000 or WhatsApp 0726 610 509.
David AbonyoSince 2022, generation from local sources including geothermal, hydro, thermal, wind, and solar plants had been declining, adding pressure on the utility as new connections and usage expanded.
Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking at City Hall on Tuesday, Receiver of Revenue Tiras Njoroge explained that the waiver was extended to accommodate landowners who turned up before the previous deadline.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe strike threat comes from around 20,000 junior school interns whose contracts were recently extended for another year. They will be joined in solidarity by 46,000 other junior school teachers, a move that could interrupt education for more than one million pupils across the country.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a deeply personal message, his elder brother Oburu Odinga described the pain of loss and the closeness they shared, saying they “grew up as twins, sharing so much of life, laughter, and understanding.”
Chrispho OwuorLatest debt disclosures by the Treasury show that by June 2025, Co-operative Bank owed Sh267 million of the Sh339 million it had received, while Equity Bank had an outstanding balance of Sh190 million from Sh445 million channeled through its network.
Maureen KinyanjuiOn Tuesday, January 6, 2026, police confirmed through an X post that four more AK-47 rifles and 25 rounds of ammunition were turned in, pushing the cumulative total over the past year to 567 firearms.
Maureen KinyanjuiWest Ham’s 2–1 home loss to Nottingham Forest extends a 10-game winless run, leaving the club seven points from Premier League safety and raising serious questions over Nuno Espírito Santo’s future.
Wainaina MarkUK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the countries had signed a declaration of intent that would allow forces to operate in Ukraine once a deal is in place. He added that military hubs could be set up across the country to protect its borders and prevent future invasions.
Maureen KinyanjuiRangers’ 2–0 win over Aberdeen cuts Hearts’ Scottish Premiership lead to three points, but head coach Danny Rohl insists second place is not the target and warns against complacency.
Wainaina MarkUDA will now hold party nominations in all three wards on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The winners will represent the party in the by-elections slated for February 26, 2026.
Maureen KinyanjuiManchester United have held early talks with Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer over a caretaker role, as the club balances short‑term stability with a summer rebuild.
Wainaina MarkIn the statement titled “In Loving Memory,” the Odinga family said they were deeply grateful to all who supported them “during this profoundly painful time following the passing of our beloved Baba Raila Amolo Odinga.”
David AbonyoThe announcement comes shortly after the ousting of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, who, along with his wife Cilia Flores, was seized by U.S. forces on January 3, 2025, and charged with narco-terrorism and serious weapons offenses in the Southern District of New York.
David AbonyoIntroduced in 2017, CBC replaced the 8-4-4 system, which critics argued relied too heavily on examinations and memorisation. The new system aims to focus on skills, competencies, creativity, critical thinking, and learner-centred outcomes. Its design aligns with the Constitution of Kenya 2010, Vision 2030, and global education trends prioritising practical skills over rote learning.
Chrispho OwuorMohammed Ali Biedo, a senior official in the Afar region, confirmed that 65 people were injured, with 30 in critical condition. Rescue teams are working around the clock to help survivors and stabilize the most severely injured.
Maureen KinyanjuiLaw enforcement will be stepped up at unregulated border points and major transport corridors, while county governments are expected to assist with rehabilitation and reintegration programs for those affected by substance abuse.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Human Rights Activists News Agency said 34 of the fatalities were protesters and two were linked to security forces. Iranian officials have not released an official death toll but have acknowledged that three members of the security forces have died.
Maureen KinyanjuiKICD Director and CEO Prof Charles Ong’ondo told publishers that the Institute had already received Sh5.64 billion from the Ministry of Education to begin clearing pending invoices.
Maureen KinyanjuiOver the weekend, President Donald Trump reiterated that the US “needed” Greenland, prompting Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen to warn that any US attack could jeopardize Nato’s foundation.
Maureen KinyanjuiGalgallo was laid to rest on Tuesday at Lang’ata Muslim Cemetery following prayers at Masjid Nuur Mosque in South C. Friends, relatives, and community members attended, calling for compensation and urgent recovery efforts at the disaster site.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Somali government said the visit constituted a serious violation of Somalia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political unity, and amounted to an unacceptable interference in the internal affairs of a sovereign Member State of the United Nations.
Bradley BosireAccording to IPOA, investigators have already interviewed key witnesses, including police officers and members of the public who were present during the incident.
Bradley BosireNorth Eastern MPs in Kenya have condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks on Somali-owned businesses, calling them ethnic profiling that fuels Somaliphobia and threatens national unity.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe agency warned that misleading claims about cures pose a real risk to people living with HIV, particularly if they lead patients to abandon or delay proven treatment.
Bradley BosireThe United States, recognizing Greenland’s strategic location between North America and Europe, has shown increasing interest in the island, which is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
Chrispho Owuor