PS Bitok said the Ministry of Education values the partnership it enjoys with teachers’ unions, describing it as critical to the successful implementation of ongoing and future reforms in the sector.
Bradley BosireIn a public statement dated December 17, 2025, the Board said the incident occurred at a construction site on Plot LR No. 1870/M/165 along Ndonyo Sabuk Avenue, off Peponi Road.
Bradley BosireThe building, which was still under construction and designed to have three basement levels and 13 suspended floors, has been cordoned off as multi-agency teams carry out technical assessments to determine whether it can be salvaged or requires demolition.
David AbonyoThe union says the policy, which would block claims approved by doctors between 8 pm and 5 pm does not reflect the realities of public hospitals and could disrupt service delivery.
David AbonyoJustice Ibrahim passed away on Wednesday evening at a hospital in Nairobi, marking the end of a distinguished legal career that spanned more than four decades and left a lasting imprint on Kenya’s judiciary.
Bradley BosireGiving chilling testimony, the minor described witnessing the incident while pretending to sleep. The accused, Shafa Bilal Shaklane, a community health volunteer, has denied the charges and was released on a Sh1 million bond.
Chrispho OwuorPathologists said the injuries were caused by blunt force trauma, resulting in extensive damage to the chest, including a perforated heart, which was identified as the primary cause of death.
David AbonyoIn a press statement dated December 17, 2025, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said the government remains focused on delivering quality Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in line with Article 43 of the Constitution, which guarantees every Kenyan the right to accessible and quality healthcare.
Bradley BosireAccording to an update issued by the DCI on Wednesday, the probe is being conducted by detectives from the Investigations Bureau at the agency’s headquarters and targets multiple health facilities spread across several counties.
Bradley BosireKenya has repatriated 18 citizens from Russia and launched reintegration and counselling support, as authorities work with Russian and Ukrainian governments to prevent forced recruitment and secure safe passage home.
Chrispho OwuorIn a port position update dated December 16, 2025, KPA said the vessels scheduled to call at Mombasa include 29 container ships, 15 conventional cargo vessels, eight car carriers, and one oil tanker.
David AbonyoAggrey Masai, Director of the National Registration Bureau, reassured citizens that the system restoration is a top priority. He also clarified that the government has no plans to reintroduce replacement fees, explaining that removing charges had led to a surge in applications, especially from rural areas.
Rose AchiengPresident Volodymyr Zelensky warned on Tuesday that Russia sees the winter cold as one of its most dangerous weapons. "Every night Ukrainian parents hold their children in basements and shelters hoping our air defence will hold," he told the Dutch parliament.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe planned services come after Arusha Airport underwent an extensive upgrade that was completed in June, with Tanzanian authorities now taking steps to designate it as an international entry and exit point. Customs and immigration facilities are being installed, which will allow direct international flights and reduce reliance on alternative airports.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe announcement comes a week after the US seized an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast. Venezuela has not yet responded to the latest directive. Trump added that Venezuela was "completely surrounded by the largest Armada ever assembled in the History of South America" and claimed the force "will only get bigger" and "be like nothing they have ever seen before."
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Kenyans had entered South Africa on tourist visas and illegally taken up work at a processing centre, despite the fact that earlier visa applications for Kenyan nationals to do this work had been denied, South Africa's Ministry of Home Affairs said in a statement.
Samuel OtienoReflecting on his earlier bid for the Kiambu governorship, Kuria distanced himself from the loss and shifted the focus to outcomes rather than titles.
Maureen KinyanjuiFuel prices play a central role in the cost of goods and services across the economy, meaning any increase at the pump would have pushed up transport, production, and household expenses. With shipment costs for diesel and kerosene rising by up to five percent last month, the government increased subsidies to shield consumers and prevent further strain on the cost of living.
Maureen KinyanjuiConsultant psychologist John Wills Njoroge says 3.5 million Kenyan men have faced sexual abuse, yet few report it, highlighting stigma, under‑reporting and long‑term trauma despite growing legal and support mechanisms.
Chrispho OwuorThe Board further warned that supermarkets, cosmetic shops, household goods stores, online sellers and other general retail outlets are not allowed to stock or sell prescription-only medicines. It said any outlet found engaging in this practice would face enforcement action for breaching existing laws.
Maureen KinyanjuiAddressing residents while on the campaign trail, Museveni said he had spoken to the children of former fighters to underline the weight of leadership and the trust voters place in those they elect. He warned that careless decisions during elections often leave ordinary people bearing the cost.
Maureen KinyanjuiRuto's remarks place him at odds with Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui, who in October said the government would seek parliamentary approval to repeal the 17.5 percent export and investment promotion levy on clinker and steel. Kinyanjui said the levy had produced unintended outcomes for companies operating in these sectors.
Maureen KinyanjuiU.S. government figures show that Tanzanian citizens issued B-1 and B-2 visas recorded an overstay rate of 8.30 per cent. For holders of F, M, and J visas, which cover students, exchange visitors, and their dependents, the overstay rate was higher at 13.97 per cent.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn 2024, the Children’s Court ordered joint legal custody, granted physical custody to the mother and directed the father to meet major costs, including school fees, transport, medical cover and clothing. Dr JNM challenged the ruling, saying it placed an unfair financial load on him and ignored the idea of shared parental duty.
Maureen KinyanjuiAt least 2.1 million people in 32 counties face food and nutrition shortages, a situation officials warn could deteriorate further without rapid action.Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government is coordinating immediate relief efforts alongside longer-term measures to strengthen resilience.
Maureen KinyanjuiIn a press release issued on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, the ministry said the overall security situation across the country “remains calm and stable,” but warned that past trends show the festive period often records “isolated increases in security incidents, traffic violations, and other opportunistic criminal activities.”
David AbonyoAccording to the AG, the data in question would be shared in a summarised and de-identified form for purposes such as monitoring, evaluation, public reporting and planning. She explained that aggregated data does not contain personal identifiers and cannot be linked back to any individual.
Maureen KinyanjuiNairobi has long recorded some of the highest crime levels in Kenya. The 2025 Economic Survey by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics shows that the Nairobi City Police Command Station accounted for the largest share of reported crimes in 2024, with 9,717 cases, representing 9.6 percent of all national crimes. This was slightly lower than the 11,108 cases recorded in 2023.
Chrispho OwuorTikTok, which had held the top position in 2024, dropped in the rankings, while Google remained Kenya’s most visited internet platform. The data also shows a reshuffle among other major services, with Instagram and WhatsApp replacing Microsoft and YouTube, which ranked fourth and fifth last year. X has continued to lose ground in Kenya, falling from sixth place in 2024 to missing from the top 10 entirely.
Ann NyamburaDr. Atellah said the Governor agreed to promote all consultants who were due to move from Job Group M to Q, with the promotions scheduled to take effect by December 17, 2025. He confirmed that by December 16, 2025, promotion letters for most of the affected doctors had already been prepared and were available for collection at Garissa Level 5 Hospital.
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