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Kisii Senator Onyonka denies requesting pay rise
I am complaining because you can't give me what I didn't ask for. An MCA right now is earning Ksh.81,000, and you are making my salary Ksh.1 million? Don't you see that dysfunctionality?"
Governor Wavinya urges EACC to investigate county amid impeachment rumours
"I am not afraid of the truth because it is the only thing that will continue to strengthen the bonds that bind our shared values and our unified vision," said Wavinya.
Senate committee calls for disbandment of Advocates Complaints Commission
The ACC is accused of negligence and failure to investigate complaints filed against its own members.
DRC hands over Americans jailed over failed coup
The Americans had their sentences commuted last week, allowing them to serve the remainder of their time in the United States, the presidency added.
Ex-Stars goalkeeper Matasi resumes football after court ruling
Matasi, currently the number one at Kenya Premier League club Kakamega Homeboyz was suspended last month by the Football Kenya Federation after he was implicated in a match fixing scandal.
MPs clear Kimwarer, Arror dams despite audit red flags
Initially, the projects were set to cost Sh62 billion, but after the contract cancellations, new agreements with commercial lenders raised the price tag.
Gabon holds first Presidential election under military rule
The election, which takes place on Saturday, offers an opportunity for military leader Brice Oligui Nguema, who led the August 2023 coup, to solidify his grip on power.
Mike Tyson’s Double Life: Between the ropes and the baseline
2025 has become the year of “Two Tysons”—the fighter and the father, the icon and the invisible cheerleader.
Drone program unveiled to deliver real-time soil data to Kenyan farmers
This initiative promises to transform how farmers access vital information, ultimately boosting agricultural productivity.
Jockey suspended as Horse collapses and dies during Grand National Race
It is claimed that amateur jockey Nolan, 35, breached the whip rules during the race by using his whip eight times after the final fence when the limit in jump racing is seven.
Refugee crisis deepens as Uganda battles influx from Congo and Sudan
More than 41,000 Congolese refugees have reached Uganda since January, part of a steady flow fleeing insecurity in Rutshuru, Masisi, and Goma.
Sh10 billion lost in water billing gaps across 15 counties
Smaller but still troubling losses were seen in Siaya, Bomet, Narok, and Lodwar, each ranging between Sh53 million and Sh102 million.
Singer Rubby Pérez dies as deaths near 100 in Dominican club tragedy
Initially believed to have survived, the beloved singer was later found lifeless beneath the collapsed roof—his final moments now etched in the memories of those who managed to escape.
MPs Umulkher Harun and Falhada Iman engage in fight outside Parliament
A Parliamentary Sergeant-at-Arms stepped in and tried to separate the two, but the situation remained tense. Other leaders quickly moved to help calm down the visibly upset lawmakers.
Treasury should be fined for hindering IEBC, panel told
"Even after the procurement is done, the technology has to be tested in the presence of all stakeholders including the media and political parties and more time is consumed at that exercise."
It's not over yet, Mbappe, Bellingham warn Arsenal
"If there’s a team that can turn around a 3-0 loss, it’s Real Madrid. The Madridistas will be with us," he believes.
Shakahola massacre: Murkomen explains DNA sampling delays
Murkomen clarified that the primary challenge in identifying the victims is not financial but rather the insufficient number of family members coming forward to provide DNA samples.
Kenyan banks post record profits amid 2024 economic challenges
The success of these financial institutions was largely driven by their ability to manage operations efficiently, with KCB Group leading the pack.
Kenya's shift to cleaner energy reduces Kerosene consumption to record low
The government has also pushed for the adoption of solar lanterns, especially in off-grid rural areas, to replace kerosene lighting.
Arsenal in dreamland as they demolish Real Madrid 3-0 in London
Rice scored his second of the night with a free-kick of similar quality 12 minutes later, bending another long-range effort into the top right-hand corner to leave Madrid stunned.
Revealed: Nyamira County Assembly holding separate sittings over rivalry
Ousted Speaker Enock Okero, who was impeached four months ago, designated four locations as Bunge Mashinani and declared them alternative venues for assembly sittings, citing restricted access to the main chamber.
Teacher deficit hits 98,261 as TSC boss warns of education crisis
The biggest issue for us is the budget. Currently, we only receive Sh1 billion, which can recruit just 6,000 teachers," Macharia said.
CS Murkomen confirms Kenyan officer killed in Haiti, another missing
"Even if you want to hide it, it’s impossible because the police officers have families back home, and they communicate. There are more than 700 officers, there is no way you can hide information from them because they communicate directly with their families and even the media," he said.
Former Cabinet Minister and Chepalungu MP John Koech dies at 79
"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a true patriot, a devoted family man, and a steadfast servant of the people," said the family in a statement.
South Sudan grants entry to US deportee amid visa dispute
On Saturday, April 5, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio blamed the transitional government of the African nation for a lack of “full cooperation” and accused South Sudan of “taking advantage” of Washington.
Ronaldo pays tribute after death of former coach
Aurelio Pereira was partly responsible for Portugal's greatest football achievement, as the Euro 2016-winning squad featured 10 players he helped to discover.
Kenya battles Cholera outbreak as 97 cases and six deaths reported
n Nairobi, 12 cases have been confirmed, with one death. The affected sub-counties include Kasarani, Embakasi East, Embakasi Central, Roysambu, Kibra, and Dagoretti South.
CS Mbadi to consult on reviewing civil servants' salaries after uproar
Section 19(3) of the Employment Act, 2007, prohibits employers from deducting more than two-thirds of an employee’s basic salary.
