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Vihiga signs SHA health scheme, pioneers staff UHC enrollment

The deal will see more than 3,032 county employees receive comprehensive medical cover starting October 1, 2025.

Don’t be used to divide the nation, Kenya needs all of us, Speaker Wetang’ula urges Gen Z

Speaker Wetang’ula urged leaders, particularly those identified with Generation Z, to prioritise peace and cohesion, noting that inclusivity remains central to Kenya’s democratic growth and prosperity.

South Korea to probe potential human rights abuses in US raid

More than 300 South Korean workers returned home on Friday, September 12, 2025, after being held for a week following a raid at an electric vehicle battery plant in the US state of Georgia.

Court summons DCI officers over spyware allegations involving BBC's 'Blood Parliament' filmmakers

The summons were issued by Milimani Chief Magistrate Wambo after the officers failed to show up in court on Monday, September 15, despite a formal request by the suspects' legal team.

Mwaura: Key areas State has made progress to transform lives

Mwaura said the administration inherited a struggling economy that many believed would collapse within three months, but it has since been stabilized to benefit Kenyans.

Nepal interim PM Sushila Karki swears in new ministers after mass protests

The appointments mark the first concrete steps by the new interim government to restore order and prepare for fresh elections.

Conor McGregor withdraws from 2025 Irish presidential race

The 36-year-old fighter’s withdrawal comes after he failed to secure enough support under Ireland’s strict nomination rules, which require the backing of 20 Oireachtas members or four local authorities.

Kenya hails Quad’s push for peace in Sudan

In a statement released Monday, the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, said the Quad’s consultations reflect a shared commitment to dialogue and lasting peace in Sudan and the wider region.

Cabinet Secretaries announce fresh appointments to key state agencies

At the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum, Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi appointed Simon Antony Njuguna to the Board of the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).

Health Ministry elevates JOOTRH to Level C5 parastatal

Oluga emphasised that the change must be felt immediately, urging the hospital’s management to embrace its expanded mandate.

Ricky Hatton, former world boxing champion, dies at 46

Hatton was found dead at his home in Hyde, northwest England, with Greater Manchester Police said they were not treating the death as suspicious.

Communications Authority to revoke 42 TV licences in regulatory shake-up

In a gazette notice issued on September 12, 2025, the authority said the affected stations had failed to settle annual regulatory fees and meet content obligations under the Kenya Information and Communications Act.

UDA, ODM to receive lion’s share of political parties fund in 2025/2026 allocation 

According to a gazette notice published on September 12, 2025, the United Democratic Alliance will receive a staggering Sh789 million, the largest allocation in the 2025/2026 financial year, as ODM is set to receive more than Sh421 million.

CBK licenses 27 digital credit providers amid consumer protection debate

The move aims to reshape the country’s booming and controversial mobile lending industry.

KDF announces October 2025 recruitment for cadets, specialist officers and tradesmen 

Auditor General: 79pc of audit recommendations ignored by governments

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu said the failure to implement audit findings continues to undermine transparency and service delivery.

CoG opposes directive on mandatory ambulance registration

Governors argue that the order disregards devolution and duplicates responsibilities already allocated to county governments under the 2010 Constitution.

Libya’s High council of State backs Tripoli truce, calls for unity

The deal, brokered and guaranteed by Turkish intelligence, took immediate effect.

UK prepares to host Trump’s second state visit

Teachers secure major pledges from Ruto in State House meeting

The President confirmed that the government would respect all existing agreements and said room remained for adjustments.

US-China trade talks set for day two as TikTok deadline looms

The negotiations, led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, are the latest attempt to end a trade war between the world's two biggest economies.

Junior schools hit by shortage of 72,000 teachers, TSC tells Senate

Since the 2022/2023 financial year, the state has employed over 56,000 teachers on permanent and pensionable terms and 20,000 on internship.

KANU Secretary General speaks out after release in Kyallo Mbobu murder probe

Wainaina described the experience of being arrested as distressing but said it could not compare to the grief faced by Mbobu’s family and colleagues.

School capitation hampering Kenya’s education sector progress- Stakeholders

Kitutu Masaba MP Clive Ombane Gisairo criticized the government’s handling of school capitation, noting that the funds disbursed fall short of what is publicly stated.

Final stage of Vuelta abandoned because of protests

Protesters knocked down barriers and occupied the road at several points on the course including Gran Via, where cyclists were due to pass multiple times.

Private universities dominate in attracting foreign students to Kenya

The University Statistics 2024/2025 Report by the Commission for University Education shows that a total of 14,879 international students are studying in Kenya, representing 2.4 per cent of the overall university population of 628,541.

Trump concerned South Korean arrests could 'frighten' investors

In a post on his Truth Social platform, the 79-year-old Republican wrote: "I don't want to frighten off or disincentivize investment."

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Kenya’s passport drops to 70th in 2025 Henley ranking

Despite the fall, Kenya still holds the strongest passport in East Africa, ranking alongside The Gambia and neighbouring Tanzania.

EPRA cuts fuel prices in September review

This means that in Nairobi, motorists will now pay Sh184.52 for a litre of Super Petrol, Sh171.47 for Diesel, and Sh154.78 for Kerosene.