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Governor Wavinya suspends 33 revenue officers over alleged corruption

MTRH faces funding and staffing crisis- CEO Kirwa

Dr Kirwa revealed that hospital is yet to receive Sh444 million in grant arrears and is facing a Sh1.2 billion deficit in the 2024/25 financial year.

Government relaunches subsidised LPG cylinder scheme with new tender call

The programme is designed to boost LPG adoption across all 47 counties, with a particular focus on rural and peri-urban households that still rely heavily on firewood and kerosene.

Peace restored at Quba Mosque after mediation ends months-long dispute

The Quba Islamic Centre in Garissa, a key hub for the Jama’at Tabligh, an international Islamic missionary movement, had been paralysed by leadership wrangles since April.

PS Kipsang: Why fee payment to schools via e-Citizen is convenient

Kipsang added that those who pay in-kind contributions as school fees are now captured as monetary value in the system, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Kenyans face heat, cold nights, and scattered rains this week

The forecast indicates intense heat in the Coast, North-eastern, and North-western areas, where daytime temperatures will exceed 30°C. Mandera is set to be the hottest region at 37°C, followed by Lodwar at 36°C and Garissa at 35°C.

Ruto eyes bigger energy partnership with Ethiopia following dam inauguration

Kenya has been importing 200 megawatts of hydropower from Ethiopia since 2022 through the 1,045-kilometre Ethiopia–Kenya interconnector.

US Supreme Court allows roving LA immigration patrols

The decision is the latest ruling by the country's highest court in favor of President Donald Trump's increasingly hardline stance in the wake of ramped-up raids across Los Angeles and other parts of California.

Nepalese PM Oli resigns amid deadly protests against alleged corruption, social media ban

His resignation came on the second day of mass anti-government protests, triggered by Oli's move to ban social media platforms in the landlocked Himalayan nation, which had asked these multinational firms to open their offices in Nepal.

Farmers count days to KTDA bonus as payout dates confirmed

The payout, commonly known as the second payment, is the highlight of the tea calendar and a lifeline for growers supplying green leaf to 77 factories under KTDA’s management.

Senate dismisses claims on alleged bill to extend term limits

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the senate clarified that the bill does not in anyway proposes extension of term limit for the president and other elected leaders, warning Kenyans not to fall for fake news and terming the claims in circulation as fake.

MPs to decide fate of proposed creatives’ fund and credit scheme

Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula directed the Finance and National Planning Committee to scrutinise the Creative Economy Support Bill (Senate Bills No. 30 of 2024) before its consideration proceeds.

US lawmakers release Epstein 'birthday book' with alleged Trump note

The book was released with a trove of documents that include Epstein's will and his personal address book - with contacts that include royalty, celebrities, models and politicians from around the world.

NEMA cautions on risks of Sh40bn Nairobi Rivers redevelopment

Areas bordering the Kariobangi treatment works such as Kariobangi North, Dandora, Baba Dogo and Mathare are expected to be most directly affected.

KEHPHPU calls for balanced budget to strengthen public health in Kenya

KEHPHPU CEO emphasized that preventive public health addresses conditions such as malaria, TB, cholera, diabetes, and even cancer, many of which are largely preventable.

Car ownership transfers now done digitally on eCitizen

In the new system, sellers initiate the process by logging into their eCitizen accounts, selecting the vehicle, uploading the logbook and entering the buyer’s details.

Kenya can manufacture its own medicines, KEHPHPU boss says

Speaking in an interview with Radio Generation on Tuesday, Ashira highlighted the country’s untapped potential in medicine manufacturing.

KeNHA warns against campaign posters on roads ahead of by-elections

The agency explained that anyone caught tampering with or defacing road furniture, including signage, barriers, and traffic indicators risks a penalty of not less than Sh85,000, a jail term, or both.

Court focuses on procedural issues in Student’s trial over President Ruto post

The accused, David Oaga Mokaya, was arrested in November 2024 and charged with posting material that allegedly implied the president had died.

State releases Sh1.78bn Inua Jamii cash stipend to orphans, vulnerable children

According to a statement released on Monday by the Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services, the disbursement will cover stipends for both the month of June and July 2025 payment cycles, with each beneficiary household receiving Sh4,000.

Court suspends State's directive on mandatory use of e-procurement

In orders issued by Justice Bahati Mwamuye at the Milimani Law Courts, the court suspended Treasury Circular No. 104/2025, which had made onboarding to the e-GP platform compulsory for all public entities.

Court suspends mandate of panel on protest victims’ compensation

Justice Kizito Magare on Monday, September 8, 2025 granted conservatory measures halting the commencement of the panel’s mandate pending the hearing of a petition challenging its legality

St. George’s Girls Secondary School closed after night chaos

The unrest broke out late Sunday following reports of an altercation between a teacher and a Form Three student at about 9pm on Sunday.

KMPDC orders ambulance, emergency care staff registration by September 15

KMPDC boss David Kariuki, added that the registration will standardize emergency care services, enhance the quality of pre-hospital care, and support the operationalization of the emergency services.

At least five killed in Jerusalem shooting attack

Police said the attackers shot people waiting at a bus stop, while Israeli media reported the attackers also boarded a bus and opened fire inside.

Learning disrupted as arson attacks hit Gatundu South schools

According to Gatundu South Member of Parliament, Gabriel Kagombe, the decision to close all boarding schools was arrived at to prevent further destruction.

PS Muthoni calls for early screening to curb disease spread

Speaking during a women empowerment programme at Murgor Primary School in Kesses constituency on Sunday, September 7, 2025, Uasin Gishu County, Muthoni said that many illnesses spread because they were detected too late.

Let youth define workplace future, Kindiki tells employers

Kindiki said both the government and the private sector are more effective when they work together to create an environment that allows modern workers to showcase their skills and talents for the continent’s progress.

EACC summons eight senior Nakuru county officials over misuse of public funds

Three killed in Marsabit water point clash

Marsabit County Commissioner James Kamau said a multi-agency security team has been dispatched to track down the suspects, arrest them, and recover the weapons used.