Katiba Institute files suit to stop proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya

Katiba Institute filed an urgent petition before the High Court in Nairobi seeking to stop the government from establishing a quarantine facility for American citizens exposed to Ebola. It argued the arrangement is being undertaken without public participation, parliamentary oversight, or proper health and environmental assessments. The legal research and litigation institution has sued the [...] The post Katiba Institute files suit to stop proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Mother of Utumishi Fire Victim Dies in Road Accident

According to police reports, the family was traveling to the school after receiving calls of the tragedy that had hit their daughter's school before the accident.

Civil society calls for Ogamba's resignation over Utumishi school fire tragedy

Elimu Bora Working Group blamed the inferno that claimed the lives of 16 students on negligence and failure to enforce school safety standards by the senior Education Ministry officials.

Pressure Mounts on Govt as Doctors Issue Ultimatum Over Ebola Facility

The proposed U.S.-funded health facility has sparked widespread concern over national health security.

NTSA's instant traffic offence notifications go live

The authority has asked motorists to update their details to ensure that their registration is...

Leah Serem, a parent at Utumishi Girls, narrates what her daughter told her regarding fire outbreak

Live blog: CS Julius Ogamba closes Utumishi Girls Academy

The closure is to allow for an investigation into the fire that left 16 pupils dead.

I earn Sh262,000, but I am facing auction due to shylock loans

With the right adjustments and consistent action, it is still possible to regain stability...

National Prayer Day: President Ruto's full speech

Ruto: I did not tell the transport sector leaders to call off the strike. They looked at the...

South African parliament schedules next stage of president's impeachment process

Ramaphosa is refusing to back down, filing aggressive court papers to declare the original...

From sociology student to top realtor: Nana Agnes Adira's rise in property industry

Kisumu-based realtor reveals how resilience and determination transformed her career in...

Sharon Otieno murder: D-day for Obado as court set to rule on case

The case has unfolded slowly through years of adjournments, intense public scrutiny and...

MCAs fault Sakaja, 'kanjo' over Nairobi CBD book vendors crackdown

Traders selling books, learning materials and newspaper have complained about 'unwarranted...

Why MPs believe the new budget is a raw deal for education sector

The Sh195.8 billion shortfall will put a strain on institutions and hamper quality of learning.

Lenku, State House chief in bitter Sh16m feud over journalist

The two politicians have differed sharply over a defamation case Metito filed against a...

Ruto Reassigns Principal Secretaries in Shake-Up Following Petroleum PS Vacancy

President William Ruto has effected changes in the State Department leadership, reassigning Principal Secretaries Kello Harsama and Dr Caroline Karugu in a move aimed at filling a leadership gap in the Ministry of Energy following the resignation of the former Petroleum Principal Secretary. In a special notice released on Wednesday, May 28, President Ruto announced [...] The post Ruto Reassigns Principal Secretaries in Shake-Up Following Petroleum PS Vacancy appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ruto says those earning less than Sh30,000 exempted from paying income tax

President William Ruto has announced that the Government is taking a proposal to Parliament to exempt Kenyans earning up to Sh30,000 from paying income tax. Speaking on Thursday at the National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi, the President acknowledged that while the tax exemption will create a Sh40 billion hole in revenue, it is a necessary [...] The post Ruto says those earning less than Sh30,000 exempted from paying income tax appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ruto Reassigns New Principal Secretary for Petroleum

The round of changes comes months after a major controversy that rocked the nation's key sector.

Ashleigh Barty Net Worth

Ashleigh Barty is a retired Australian professional tennis player who has a net worth of $16 million. Barty is widely regarded as one of the most complete players of her generation, having achieved the world No. 1 ranking in women's singles and winning multiple Grand Slam titles across singles and doubles. During her career, Barty [...] The post Ashleigh Barty Net Worth appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Lack of access to sanitary towels trapping girls in shame and missed opportunities 

Nairobi-based lawyer and gender activist Skeeter Kwamboka has called on the government to fund sanitary towels to female students across the country. Kwamboka who has also hinted at running for Kisii Woman Representative seat said menstrual poverty remains a serious but often ignored crisis that continues to affect thousands of girls, especially those from poor [...] The post Lack of access to sanitary towels trapping girls in shame and missed opportunities  appeared first on Kahawatungu.