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Boda boda riders face stringent rules, fines in new Bill

The draft law, sponsored by Senate Majority Whip Boni Khalwale, has proposed the introduction of new provisions for registration, operation and safety at the co

3 weeks ago

US freeze on funding for 'Tusome' plan threatens literacy gains

The United States government has dealt a huge blow to President William Ruto's administration by canceling the Tusome literacy programme, which was funded throu

3 weeks ago

Court bars JSC from processing petitions against Supreme Court judges

The High Court has blocked the Judicial Service Commission from requiring Supreme Court judges to respond to petitions filed to remove them from office.

1 month ago

Lawmakers reject SHA request for additional Sh77 billion funding

The Social Health Authority's request for an additional Sh77 billion in the next financial year met stiff resistance from the National Assembly Health Committee

1 month ago

Kenya 'unapologetic' for hosting Sudan's RSF

Kenya has clarified its role in the Sudan peace talks, citing its history in conflict mediation and reaffirming its commitment to providing a non-partisan platf

1 month ago

Kenya 'unapologetic' for hosting Sudan's RSF

Kenya has clarified its role in the Sudan peace talks, citing its history in conflict mediation and reaffirming its commitment to providing a non-partisan platf

1 month ago

Kenya tightens tobacco control with new warning labels

Ministry of Health has introduced mandatory graphic health warnings for novel nicotine and emerging tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and heated tobacco.

1 month ago