Gen Zs urged to pause protests as goons infiltrate businesses, cause chaos
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-07-02 19:44:38

Gen Zs urged to pause protests as goons infiltrate businesses, cause chaos

Among the affected were Qaffe Point Restaurant in Mombasa, Quickmart Supermarket in Mtwapa, and the Nairobi Expressway in Mlolongo.

Rwanda's election race intensifies as Kagame hits Eastern Province
  • Author: Amina Wako
  • Date: 2024-07-02 17:48:18

Rwanda's election race intensifies as Kagame hits Eastern Province

The other two presidential contenders, Frank Habineza of the Democratic Green Party and independent candidate Philippe Mpayimana, also continued their campaigns on Tuesday.

NHIF under scrutiny over Sh368 million in excess payments due to 'typing errors'
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-07-02 11:57:40

NHIF under scrutiny over Sh368 million in excess payments due to 'typing errors'

Gathungu noted that the NHIF attributed the overpayments to "typing errors" by hospital clerks but failed to provide proof of recovering the excess payments or reconciling the data.

KEBS warns against substandard vehicle chevrons, warning triangles
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-07-02 09:21:38

KEBS warns against substandard vehicle chevrons, warning triangles

KEBS warned that it would pursue other administrative and judicial actions as deemed necessary.

Eritrea's Biniam Girmay becomes first Black African to win a Tour de France stage
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-07-01 20:19:51

Eritrea's Biniam Girmay becomes first Black African to win a Tour de France stage

Girmay, who was already the first Black African to win a grand tour stage at the 2022 Giro d'Italia, timed his effort to perfection to beat Colombian Fernando Gaviria and Belgian Arnaud de Lie.

EPRA flags 20 petrol stations found selling adulterated, substandard fuel
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-07-01 08:56:00

EPRA flags 20 petrol stations found selling adulterated, substandard fuel

Adulteration is a trick used by unscrupulous fuel dealers to maximise profits.

African Union set for new political dialogue to end Sudan war
  • Author: Bashir Mohammed
  • Date: 2024-06-30 18:52:13

African Union set for new political dialogue to end Sudan war

The initiative, endorsed by the AU Peace and Security Council, aims to bring together Sudan’s warring factions and political movements under one roof, facilitated by the AU High-Level Panel on Sudan.

Former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter allegedly abducted in Nairobi
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-06-30 14:43:45

Former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter allegedly abducted in Nairobi

A viral video circulating on social media captured the moment when Keter was forcibly removed from his black Landcruiser V8 vehicle by three men.

Internet shutdowns could cost Kenya $6.3 million daily, stakeholders warn
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-29 15:01:09

Internet shutdowns could cost Kenya $6.3 million daily, stakeholders warn

In a joint statement, stakeholders noted that during the disruptions, mobile money services, credit and debit card transactions, and e-commerce platforms were all inaccessible.

Rights groups demand detailed, impartial probe into police misconduct during anti-tax demos
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-06-29 13:35:44

Rights groups demand detailed, impartial probe into police misconduct during anti-tax demos

Twenty local and international civil society groups based in Kenya, under the Police Reforms Working Group, have appealed to the IPOA to probe police violations, urgently and in detail.

Somali restaurants uphold tradition with distinct dining for men and women
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-06-29 07:41:02

Somali restaurants uphold tradition with distinct dining for men and women

This practice aligns with the principles outlined in the Quran, where men and women do not mix during meals or in mosques

Fatal blaze in Blue Estate claims one life, leaves three injured and hundreds displaced
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-06-27 13:21:54

Fatal blaze in Blue Estate claims one life, leaves three injured and hundreds displaced

Gas cylinders in adjoining homes exploded, causing the fire to spread quickly and overwhelm the residents. 

Section of Ngong Road to be closed Sunday for footbridge installation
  • Author: Erick Kariuki
  • Date: 2024-06-26 15:54:05

Section of Ngong Road to be closed Sunday for footbridge installation

Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) urges motorists from the Prestige Plaza direction and the Daystar roundabout to seek alternative routes.

Salim Swaleh, 5 others released on bail amid probe into fraud at Mudavadi's office
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-06-26 15:25:45

Salim Swaleh, 5 others released on bail amid probe into fraud at Mudavadi's office

They were granted Sh400,000 cash bail or Sh1 million bond each to secure their freedom as the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) investigates the matter.

Ruto's pledge as meeting with Coast leaders over muguka ban finally takes place
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-06-24 21:42:42

Ruto's pledge as meeting with Coast leaders over muguka ban finally takes place

President Ruto emphasised the government's commitment to combating drug and substance abuse in the coastal region and other parts of Kenya, noting this will make Kenyans healthier and productive.

How foreigners nearly lost Sh5.8 million in AFCON 2027 fraud scheme
  • Author: Joseph Ndunda
  • Date: 2024-06-24 19:33:37

How foreigners nearly lost Sh5.8 million in AFCON 2027 fraud scheme

Police affidavit details fraud at the office of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, as suspects Salim Swaleh and others appear in court.

KRA demands taxpayers' phone numbers, physical addresses in cleanup
  • Author: Vincent Ombati
  • Date: 2024-06-24 18:41:50

KRA demands taxpayers' phone numbers, physical addresses in cleanup

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is conducting a cleanup of its taxpayer's database to enhance service delivery and also curb tax cheats. 

IPOA seeks witnesses to aid investigations into Rex Masai's fatal shooting
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-06-24 16:29:56

IPOA seeks witnesses to aid investigations into Rex Masai's fatal shooting

Masai, 29, died on Thursday evening from injuries sustained from a live bullet allegedly fired by police in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD).

AU to form presidential committee led by Museveni, for Sudanese talks
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-06-24 13:46:12

AU to form presidential committee led by Museveni, for Sudanese talks

The Peace and Security Council members met last week under the chairmanship of Yoweri Museveni, whose country, Uganda is chairing the AUPSC in June.

Finance Bill protests: Doctor Austin Omondi released after kidnapping
  • Author: Eastleigh Voice Reporter
  • Date: 2024-06-23 20:12:19

Finance Bill protests: Doctor Austin Omondi released after kidnapping

Davji Atellah, secretary general of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU), announced this via his page on X, pointing the finger at the government.

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