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Lobby seeks independent body to regulate teachers

The group also expressed concern over increasing cases of people applying for teaching jobs using forged or unverifiable documents.

Chikungunya outbreak hits Southern China as cases surge past 7,000 in Guangdong

Foshan City, the epicenter of the outbreak, has been hardest hit

Nairobi court detains extradited Ugandan woman over alleged drug trafficking

On Tuesday a court approved an application filed by the DPP seeking custodial orders against the suspect under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act

Car dealers oppose KRA’s certificate of origin rule, term it costly and unnecessary

They want KRA to exempt them from the requirement, saying it only adds paperwork and costs without offering any extra value to the clearance process.

Ruto touts economic gains, vows closer ties with private sector

He said the country’s economy has shown strong signs of recovery and resilience, ranking sixth largest in Africa

Ruto orders structured integration of beach boys into Coastal tourism sector

95 percent of cancer patients receiving free care under SHA – PS Oluga

The SHA package includes a wide range of services for cancer patients, from screening and diagnosis to surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, imaging, laboratory tests, and palliative care

INFOGRAPHIC: Counties with highest legal fees spending

Nairobi County leads in legal fees, with Sh6.2 billion owed to just four advocates

IEBC opens voter accreditation for election observers

The Commission has also clarified that it does not offer payment for services rendered by accredited voter educators, election observers, or media personnel

Traffic disruptions expected in Nairobi ahead of Kenya vs Angola clash at Kasarani

Traffic Commandant Joseph Chirchir confirmed that several roads will be closed to allow for the safe and smooth movement of fans heading to Kasarani Stadium

Senators scrap clause exempting MCAs from NSSF Tier II remittances

The amended version of the Bill, which has since been sent to the National Assembly, now compels both the MCAs and their respective County Assembly Boards to remit the contributions to the NSSF.

Nairobi MCA pushes for street lighting to tame crime in dark alleys

Many streets, parks, social venues, and markets in Nairobi remain shrouded in darkness, creating ideal conditions for criminals to operate.

Emergency response underway after aircraft incident at Moi International Airport

KAA indicated that airport emergency services, alongside first responders, are actively managing the situation

Ruto defends Hustler Fund, dismisses critics as “merchants of doom”

Ruto dismissed reports that the fund is riddled with non-repayment, describing such claims as “a deliberate distortion of facts.”

Senate raises alarm over safety and oversight in mental institutions

The Senators warned that growing regulatory gaps and mismanagement in mental health facilities, both public and private, are putting the lives of vulnerable patients at risk.

Zara Ads blocked for featuring ‘unhealthily thin’ models

In one of the banned adverts, which promoted a short dress, the ASA noted that lighting and shadows exaggerated the thinness of the model’s legs.

PS Sing’Oei urges caution as US moves to reassess Kenya’s strategic alliance

The Trump administration had previously expressed concern over the Kenyan government's transparency and respect for civil liberties under President William Ruto’s leadership

MPs demand vetted list of job agencies in wake of exploitation reports

Only 925 out of the 6,385 Kenyans who turned up for the interviews during the two-month recruitment drive received provisional job offers.

PS reveals source of Sh600m Harambee Stars bonus for CHAN

Sports PS Elijah Mwangi said part of the bonus will come from the ministry’s Sh70 million annual reward budget, with Ruto set to top up Sh530 million if the team wins

Titan implosion was preventable, says US coast guard report

The 335-page investigative report, compiled over two years, outlines a series of operational and design failures by OceanGate, the company that owned and operated the Titan vessel.

Kenya’s private sector suffers decline since July 2024

The drop came against the backdrop of widespread demonstrations in Nairobi and other towns, sparked by anger over state brutality and rising living costs.

Meta blocks 6.8 million WhatsApp scam accounts, warns of new AI tactics

Most of the flagged accounts were traced to scam networks operating in Southeast Asia, with many targeting users through fake investment offers and other fraudulent schemes.

Siaya DG Oduol seeks truce with Orengo, calls for unity in county leadership

Acknowledging that the tensions between them had caused concern among residents, Oduol made a public appeal for reconciliation, citing the constitutional values of integrity and mutual respect.

MSS reopens roads in Port-au-Prince as security operations advance

Working closely with the Haitian National Police (PNH), MSS troops have stepped up both static and mobile patrols around the clock in Port-au-Prince and nearby areas such as Petite Rivière, Liancourt, and Pont Sondé.

Netanyahu pushes for full Gaza reoccupation as hostage fears grow

According to Israeli media, the plan would see Israeli forces take full control of all areas in Gaza, pushing far beyond the current 75 percent military hold.

MPs demand action as Kebs delays standards levy review

Lawmakers expressed serious concerns over the legality of the current levy and warned that persisting with the collection under these rules could lead to costly court battles and the need to refund manufacturers.

Confusion over mediation hurts dispute resolution, Mangerere warns

Mangerere described mediation as a self-driven process where the parties in conflict are empowered to find their own solutions with the help of a neutral third party.

Former Romanian President Ion Iliescu dies at 95

The former President passed away after being hospitalised in early June in Bucharest, where he was receiving treatment for lung cancer.

Duale: Shisha users operate freely due to lack of law

The Health CS urged Parliament to urgently enact laws to either ban or regulate shisha, miraa, and muguka, substances that pose similar health risks.

Rwanda to host 250 US-deported migrants in new deal

Government spokesperson Yolande Makolo confirmed the agreement and said it aligns with Rwanda’s history of displacement and its values.