March 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 28 – The Ministry of Health has launched an emergency response to contain a Kala-azar outbreak in Wajir and Marsabit counties, where 617 cases have been reported, and 25 lives have been lost. Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni on Friday flagged off three mobile laboratories equipped with molecular testing machines, diagnostic reagents, and […]

RUIRU, Kenya, Mar 28 – Columbia Africa Healthcare Ltd has opened doors to its newest facility, the Columbia Africa Ruiru Clinic, offering high-quality outpatient care to one of Kenya’s fastest-growing communities. Located at The Nord Mall on Kamiti Road, the new clinic is designed to provide accessible, world-class medical services to Ruiru residents and beyond. […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 28 – The third cohort of Nursing students from Mount Kenya University (MKU) have gotten apprenticeship opportunities in Germany hospitals following a partnership between the institutions and the European country. This brings the number of Nursing students from the institution pursuing apprenticeship opportunities in Germany Hospitals to 25, after the institution sent […]

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 28 – Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Performance and Delivery Management, Eliud Owalo, has reiterated Kenya’s unwavering commitment to democratic governance and global standards as outlined by the United Nations. Speaking at the “Democratic Governance: Shaping Future International Cooperation and Partnerships” conference in Nairobi, Owalo emphasized that Kenya remains steadfast […]

KAJIADO, Kenya Mar 27 – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says he ready to launch his new political party in May. He told a roadside rally in Kiserian Town, that the party will field candidates for all positions including the Presidency in the next general election. Gachagua revealed that the Chairperson of the new party […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 — Lady Justice Shariff Mwanaisha has sentenced four individuals to extended prison terms for their involvement in murders across Kisumu County. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) said that the sentences come after its presentation of compelling evidence implicating the quartet. Basil Omondi Otieno, also known as Aboi, […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has emphasized the importance of national unity, urging the Mt Kenya community to embrace cohesion and avoid divisive politics. His remarks come ahead of President William Ruto’s scheduled visit to the region from Monday, during which he is set to commission, inspect, and launch various development […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 — President William Ruto has announced plans to dispatch a special envoy to Juba in an effort to ease rising tensions between South Sudanese President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar. President Ruto disclosed that he had spoken to President Kiir regarding the situation that led to the arrest […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 – Members of Parliament are considering amending the Employment Act, 2007 to remove the one-third salary rule, citing the impact of increased tax deductions under President William Ruto’s administration. The National Assembly Public Accounts Committee (PAC), chaired by Butere MP Tindi Mwale, has raised concerns over the rule, noting that several […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 27 – Nominated MP Sabina Chege has blamed former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi for his dismisal from Cabinet, attributing his troubles to public defiance and urging him to reflect on his relationships. Speaking in an interview on Thursday, Chege suggested that Muturi’s confrontational stance led to his dismissal. “He is […]