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National Assembly: Kenya's Post-Independence Speakers
Kenya’s National Assembly has been led by several Speakers since independence, with the office changing hands across different political eras
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Odhiambo urges independent probe into political violence
Her remarks come after Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen dismissed claims that Kenya is facing a “goons crisis”, saying the country is safe and accusing politicians of exaggerating insecurity
Business
Java House opens second Thika outlet as town pursues city charter
The company says the expansion is aimed at serving a growing population and increasing demand for spaces where people can meet, work, eat and socialise
News
Kindiki urges Kenya Prisons Service officers to stay politically neutral
Kindiki, who represented President William Ruto at the 27th pass-out parade for Kenya Prisons Service cadets at the Prisons Staff Training College in Ruiru, Kiambu County, said officers must protect the democratic space while keeping partisan politics out of their work.
News
NGEC calls for stronger protection as Kenya records high GBV cases
The call comes amid continuing concern over the scale of gender-based violence in Kenya. The Kenya Demographic and Health Survey 2022 found that 34% of women aged 15 to 49 had experienced physical violence since the age of 15, while 16% had experienced physical violence in the 12 months preceding the survey
Politics
Amisi calls for opposition presidential nomination to pick 2027 flag bearer
Speaking on NTV on Monday, Amisi said a competitive process involving all presidential hopefuls would help prevent dissent within the opposition and give voters a say in choosing the person to lead the coalition.
News
Miano: Kenya targets greener tourism with electric safari vehicles
She said the transition was already taking shape through electric safari vehicles in the Maasai Mara and solar-powered eco-lodges operating off the national electricity grid
News
Mathare women condemn Homa Bay violence, urge political restraint
The women said they were deeply concerned by the injuries and loss of life reported during the clashes, as well as allegations that some political leaders may have played a role in encouraging or orchestrating the violence.
News
UGM accuses Ruto gov't of systematic destruction of Kenya’s environment
UGM said mature trees, including indigenous species that serve as important carbon sinks, were being cut down while the government promoted tree-planting activities
Crime
Police recover 28 mobile phones and three laptops in Kayole operation
The NPS said the operation was part of efforts to disrupt criminal networks involved in the handling and sale of property believed to have been obtained through criminal activities
News
Kindiki pushes faster action on County Aggregation and Industrial Parks
Kindiki further called for faster implementation of County Aggregation and Industrial Parks (KIPs), describing them as a foundation for Kenya's industrialisation strategy
Technology
Gov't warns of rising mobile money fraud as NC4 reports 51 cases
According to the findings, mobile money fraud was the largest single fraud category, accounting for 19 cases, or 18.6% of the total reviewed. Investment and forex schemes followed with 16 cases, while cryptocurrency scams accounted for 12 cases.