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Kenya’s clinical officers’ union warns of a humanitarian crisis in Marsabit County after a 151-day strike slashes services and drives a tenfold rise in neonatal deaths, urging urgent national intervention.
In a statement, the rapper now known as Ye said he had been "following the conversation around Wireless and want to address it directly".
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres used the occasion on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, to remember the victims and acknowledge the resilience of survivors, while pointing to the lessons the world must draw from one of the most tragic events in modern history.
Uganda has approved a Sh134 billion package for AFCON 2027, including stadium, road and health upgrades, hotel financing and visa fee waivers, as it prepares to co-host with Kenya and Tanzania.
ODM commended investigative authorities for their swift action in initiating inquiries into the matter, noting that prompt investigations send a strong signal that complacency in the face of corruption must end.
IGAD has deployed a 17-member election observation mission to Djibouti ahead of the April 10, 2026 presidential vote, pledging to assess the polls against national and international standards.
Following the escalation, several Gulf states closed parts of their airspace and introduced restrictions on shipping, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also blocked the strait, a key global passage used for transporting a significant share of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas.
Maraga further called on those who have not yet made contributions to join in, while urging his current supporters to help widen the reach of the initiative by encouraging others to take part.
Kindiki highlighted that speed cameras have already been installed along major highways but their operation has been delayed by existing court orders. He appealed to the judiciary to consider lifting the restrictions to allow full rollout of the system in the interest of public safety.
The recovered weapons included two G3 rifles, one M16 rifle, and one AK-47 rifle, along with four magazines and ammunition, all of which have been documented and secured pending further police action.
According to the report, several correctional centres continue to operate under congested conditions, with leaking roofs, damaged sanitation systems, missing perimeter walls and no CCTV systems in place. In some facilities, food storage areas were found to be infested by rodents, while some staff members are housed in buildings that have already been declared unsafe for use.
The report, which was submitted to Parliament, shows that the deficit rose by Sh492.12 billion from the earlier estimate of Sh768.6 billion, translating to about 6.3 per cent of the GDP and going beyond the ceiling set by MPs.
People’s Liberation Party SG Asha Bashir says women reps get only 10% of MPs’ funds and face patriarchy, violence and bias, undermining their role as Kenya pursues the two-thirds gender rule.
Despite fewer new purchases, smartphones remain the dominant technology in Kenya. By December, there were 48.7 million smartphones in use, compared to 29.6 million feature phones, showing that internet-enabled devices still drive most mobile activity.
In the north-western counties of Turkana and Samburu, the forecast points to generally sunny conditions during the day, with partly cloudy skies at night. However, northern parts of Turkana may still experience occasional showers in the morning and at night.
Petroleum Minister Dahir Shire said the development represents a key moment for the nation, noting in a post on X that it reflects progress in Somalia’s efforts to tap into its offshore potential. He described the transition into drilling as a major shift in the country’s energy path, signaling the start of active exploration after years of groundwork.
Under the new structure, Kenyan and East African adults visiting the Nairobi National Museum will pay Sh350, up from Sh300, while children will now pay Sh200, an increase from Sh150.
Economist Bonnie Mwangi questioned the impact of the estimated Sh3.6 trillion allocated to counties over the past 11 years, arguing that there is little evidence of meaningful improvements in living standards.
Mdivo noted that the illegal supply chains are often controlled by cartels who not only compromise safety but also exploit households financially. According to her, families connected through such networks end up paying far more for poor and unstable electricity.
The allocation forms part of a broader Sh2.5 billion proposal aimed at acquiring the five-storey building situated along Wabera Street, close to City Hall, where Nairobi County offices are based.
The issue adds to broader concerns raised in the Auditor-General’s reports for the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 financial years, which flagged serious gaps in oversight at the utility. Among the issues highlighted were Sh22 billion in excess payments to Independent Power Producers for electricity that was not supplied to the national grid.
Authorities in Kinshasa said specific locations have been identified to host arrivals, with a system put in place to receive and process them on a temporary basis. The Ministry of Communication explained that the plan includes coordination between the two governments, with the United States expected to offer “logistical and technical support” while the Democratic Republic of Congo covers no financial costs linked to the operation.
Kenya Power board chair Joy Mdivo explains why electricity bills are rising, citing sector reforms, grid expansion, system losses and illegal connections as consumers face higher costs and reliability concerns.
During the year under review, TSC reported a deficit of Sh4.38 billion, which pushed its total accumulated deficit to Sh7.34 billion. The audit further shows that at the time of review, current liabilities stood at Sh12.3 billion while current assets were Sh4.4 billion, leaving a negative working capital of Sh7.9 billion.
According to the DCI, the suspect had allegedly been presenting himself as a senior official attached to the National Intelligence Service. He reportedly introduced himself as a “Deputy Commissioner” and showed an identification document bearing that rank alongside a service number in an attempt to appear legitimate.
The group announced that Mazibuko died on Sunday following a short illness. His role in the ensemble stretched back to 1969, when he joined the lineup that would go on to achieve worldwide recognition, earn five Grammy awards, and feature on the widely acclaimed album Graceland by Paul Simon.
A total of 1,623 adverse events were recorded between 2019 and 2023 during the pilot phase of the RTS,S malaria vaccine. These cases were carefully reviewed by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board and the National Vaccines and Immunization Programme, working alongside the Kenya Medical Research Institute.
Offset rose to prominence as part of the Atlanta-based hip-hop group Migos, alongside Quavo and the late Takeoff. Formed in 2008 in Lawrenceville, Georgia, the group gained widespread success in the 2010s with hits such as “Versace,” “MotorSport,” “Stir Fry,” and “Walk It Talk It,” while “Bad and Boujee” became a chart-topping track that pushed them into global recognition.
At the White House on Monday, Trump said discussions were ongoing and described some Iranian participants as engaging in “good faith,” though he noted that uncertainty still surrounded the outcome of the negotiations. He also pointed out that Iran had not accepted proposals calling for a ceasefire, instead pushing for an immediate halt to hostilities, reconstruction efforts, and the lifting of sanctions.
The funds had been proposed in Supplementary Estimates No. 1 for the 2025/26 financial year under the State Department for Broadcasting and Digital Economy, with the intention of settling accumulated bills. However, lawmakers opted to cut the allocation during their review of the budget proposals.