Sifuna ousted as Senate Deputy Minority Whip, Eddy Oketch takes over

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been removed as the Senate Deputy Minority Whip following changes effected by the Minority coalition leadership. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi on Thursday formally communicated the changes to the House, saying he had received the relevant minutes together with a list of members who signed the petition seeking Sifuna's removal. Kingi [...] The post Sifuna ousted as Senate Deputy Minority Whip, Eddy Oketch takes over appeared first on Kahawatungu.

CJ Koome calls for seedy appellate justice

Chief Justice Martha Koome, called for speedydelivery of appellate justice and a renewed focus on eliminating case backlog while emphasizing the central role of the Court of Appeal within Kenyas constitutional architecture. Speaking during the installation of Justice Gatembu Kairu as the President of the Court of Appeal, the Chief Justice noted that as the [...] The post CJ Koome calls for seedy appellate justice appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Storm as Jubilee Party Chairman Kemosi Accuses MP Nyakundi of Importing Voters Ahead of 2027 Polls

A political row has erupted in Kitutu Chache North after Jubilee Party National Chairman and West Mugirango MP Vincent Kemosi accused Kitutu Chache North MP Japhet Nyakundi of allegedly importing voters into the constituency ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking in Marani, the constituency headquarters, on Thursday, Kemosi, without providing evidence, claimed that Nyakundi [...] The post Storm as Jubilee Party Chairman Kemosi Accuses MP Nyakundi of Importing Voters Ahead of 2027 Polls appeared first on Kahawatungu.

DCI partners with Marici Kenya in fight against child trafficking

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has intensified efforts to combat child trafficking and sexual exploitation through a new partnership with child protection organisation Marici Kenya. The collaboration was formalised on Thursday through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between DCI Director Mohamed Amin and Marici Kenya Chief Executive Officer Benson Shamala. The [...] The post DCI partners with Marici Kenya in fight against child trafficking appeared first on Kahawatungu.

MPs push for urgent resolution of higher education funding crisis

Parliament Committee on Education has called for urgent and coordinated action to address persistent funding challenges affecting higher education sector.

Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes

Tehran has launched fresh attacks on US military bases in neighbouring Gulf states, while Washington continued to strike sites across Iran overnight. Tehran said it had struck targets in the region, including in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain, as a sixth day of renewed hostilities strained their preliminary deal to end the war. Meanwhile, the US [...] The post Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Father and son sentenced for assaulting woman over "disappearing genitals" claim

A father and his son were sentenced on Wednesday to a one-year jail term each for assaulting a woman on false claims of causing the disappearance of the son's genitals. Benson Ngala Daniel, 49, and Ruphus Chai Ngala, 19, pleaded guilty to assault causing actual bodily harm contrary to Section 251 of the Penal Code. [...] The post Father and son sentenced for assaulting woman over "disappearing genitals" claim appeared first on Kahawatungu.

JKIA modernisation enters key phase as government signs consultant contrac

The government's plan to modernise Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has reached a major milestone following the signing of the Engineer-Consultant Contract for the multi-billion-shilling project. The agreement was signed by Principal Secretary for the State Department for Aviation and Aerospace Development, Teresia Mbaika, on behalf of the Ministry of Roads and Transport, and representatives [...] The post JKIA modernisation enters key phase as government signs consultant contrac appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Eleven people die in fire at Algerian foster care home

Eleven people died in a fire at a foster care facility in Algiers, Algerias capital city. The countrys civil protection department said 19 others were injured in the blaze, which firefighters began to tackle at 03:30 local time (04:30 GMT) on Thursday. They were still attempting to extinguish the fire just over three hours later, [...] The post Eleven people die in fire at Algerian foster care home appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Punda wangu: How innovation is bringing Turkana's stolen donkeys home

Hub allows residents to report donkey thefts, disease outbreaks and animal welfare concerns.

Build businesses instead of waiting for jobs, youth urged

Young Kenyans urged to embrace entrepreneurship by building small enterprises.

Inside intrigues as Sifuna dropped from Senate whip seat

Chaos, claims of a State House plot and a disputed vote.

The last call: Search for missing Murang'a Bodaboda rider ends in horror

The 32-year-old boda boda operator had been missing since June 24.

Gachagua urges Ol Kalou residents to return to polling stations, protect their votes

Gachagua alleges plot to rig Ol Kalou by-election

'They are carrying rifles and wearing masks, yet the IEBC is silent.'

 CEMASTEA brings Global scientists to inspire future STEM leaders

Young learners from Machakos County had a rare opportunity to interact with leading scientists and lecturers from across the world during a science outreach programme aimed at inspiring the next generation of engineers, researchers, and innovators. The Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA), in collaboration with the African School of Fundamental...

NMG condemns attack on journalists covering Ol Kalou by-election

Nation Media Group has condemned the assault on its journalists while they were covering the Ol Kalou Parliamentary by-election, raising concerns over the safety of media personnel during election coverage. In a statement, the company said an NTV cameraman was allegedly tasered, beaten and had his camera seized, while a Nation reporter was reportedly threatened [...] The post NMG condemns attack on journalists covering Ol Kalou by-election appeared first on Kahawatungu.

10-year wait for Wafcon appearance: Unfinished business for Mwanalima Adam

Harambee Starlets captain Mwanalima Adam's dream comes full circle.

Why 'The People Shall' activist has sued Babu Owino

The activist has filed a petition at the High Court in Homa Bay.

'Help! I want to sue my baby daddy but can't afford a lawyer'

'The money I make only covers rent, water, power, food and clothing.'