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HELB received only Sh4.1 billion of the Sh10 billion requested for student loans, while the TVET department got Sh3 billion of the Sh29 billion it needed for scholarships
Foreign ministers meeting in Riyadh condemned Iran’s missile and drone attacks on Gulf states, Jordan, Azerbaijan and Türkiye, demanding respect for sovereignty and international law to de-escalate regional tensions.
The sanctions target PwC offices in Kenya, Rwanda, and Mauritius over their involvement in the Eastern Electricity Highway Project in Ethiopia, a Sh149.8 billion programme designed to connect Ethiopia’s power grid with Kenya, reduce electricity costs, and allow Ethiopia to earn revenue through power exports.
Even as rainfall is predicted to ease toward the end of the week, the department cautioned that rain will continue in many areas, including the Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, and the Highlands on both sides of the Rift Valley.
Speaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, Matere described the President’s statements as “quite unfortunate,” stressing that Kenya’s diversity should be celebrated rather than ridiculed.
The board noted that the adjustment follows a previous notice issued on March 16 and emphasized that nomination activities in other constituencies will continue as planned on March 28.
Sony said the spread of these AI-generated tracks is causing direct financial losses to genuine performers and misleading fans. It added that in some cases, the fake releases can interfere with official album campaigns or damage an artist’s reputation.
The union says the return-to-work formula signed on February 17 in the presence of Transport Cabinet Secretary Davies Chirchir has not been implemented, particularly on matters touching on staff representation and union rights.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said the Iranian regime is still functioning, although it has suffered major setbacks targeting its leadership and military strength.
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu reviewed the platform for the period ending June 30, 2025, and found that of the 28,373 services onboarded, only 5,731 are actively being used. This means more than 22,600 services, or 80 per cent, have gone unused since their deployment.
Teams from the Kenya Red Cross, Kenya Police Service, the County Fire Brigade, and National Government Administrative Officers were all involved in the operation. Three county ambulances were also deployed to assist in evacuating the injured.
Eid Al Fitr, which means "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is one of the most significant holidays in the Islamic calendar.
Kindiki’s remarks come amid heightened political exchanges between government and opposition leaders, with both sides trading criticism over governance, development priorities and the direction of the country’s leadership.
Speaking on Wednesday in Busia County during a regional tour by President William Ruto, Wetang’ula said the country must move beyond ethnic divisions and embrace unity to accelerate development.
The Investments, Trade and Industry Ministry has asked Parliament for an extra Sh6.03bn in 2025/26 to fund trade, industry and investment projects, including KNTC obligations and a World Bank-backed jobs plan.
During a session at the Mini Chamber, IPOA CEO Elema Halake presented a proposal for Sh14.93 million to modernise the Authority’s ICT infrastructure.
The request was presented before the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security as part of the Supplementary Estimates I for the 2025/2026 financial year.
Officials from the National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Lung Disease Programme (NTLD-P) told the committee that a reduction in funding from $10 million (Sh1.3 billion) to approximately $7.7 million (about Sh1 billion) over two years would significantly affect service delivery.
WHO reports 4.9 million under-five deaths in 2024, warning progress is slowing, with preventable causes, malnutrition and malaria hitting sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia hardest.
According to the DCI, the latest arrest was made through a joint operation between officers from DCI Headquarters and their Kisumu County counterparts.
The campaign caravan, which had briefly paused, is set to relaunch in Narok on Sunday, March 22, before heading to Nairobi on Friday, March 27, 2026 and concluding the week in Mombasa on Sunday, March 29.
Court records show that the accused, armed with pangas, metal rods, and timber frames, confronted the victim, Janice Gacheri, before carrying out the robbery.
In a statement issued on March 18, 2026, Judiciary Spokesperson Paul Ndemo emphasised the need to protect the independence of the courts as the matter transitions to the next stage of litigation.
Lack of office space, limited staffing, and the absence of a legal framework are straining the department’s capacity to respond effectively, Principal Secretary Ismail Maalim Madey told Parliament on Wednesday.
Prosecutors allege the accused used a motor vehicle in the killing, linked to an inheritance dispute. The suspect denied the charges in court and was denied bond, with the case set for mention in May.
According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, the value of vegetable exports dropped to Sh16.1 billion in 2025, down 31.3 percent from Sh23.4 billion in 2024. This continues a downward trend that began after a record high of Sh50.9 billion in 2023, marking a 68.35 percent fall over two years.
COTU (K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has dismissed a petition by Fazul Mohamed challenging the March 14 Kisumu elections, citing 92% delegate turnout and questioning Mohamed’s standing in union affairs.
What began as a Nairobi-based FM station has rapidly evolved into a digital-first platform, where politics, business, and culture are broadcast not just through sound, but through real-time images and conversations that engage audiences across the country.
Developers are required to obtain necessary approvals before construction, while tenants in county housing must pay rent by the 5th of each month. Citizens are encouraged to use digital payment platforms for efficiency.
The State Department of Basic Education says the school feeding programme, which supports 2.6 million children, requires Sh12.7 billion, yet only Sh4.7 billion has been allocated. The gap has sparked concern over potential increases in absenteeism and long-term impacts on education for vulnerable learners.