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Mbadi, Nyoro differ on Kenya's debt situation

Mbadi dismissed remarks pointing to challenges in debt sustainability, saying there is no point at which Kenya will default on loan repayment because the country is economically strong.

Mbadi, Nyoro differ on Kenya's debt situation

MPs probe CUE on its regulation of universities

MPs probe CUE on its regulation of universities

Government releases Sh7 billion for CDF, amid MPs' dissatisfaction

Government releases Sh7 billion for CDF, amid MPs' dissatisfaction

Lightning kills two cows in West Pokot

Lightning kills two cows in West Pokot

Kiharu MP lectures govt on budget making, debt crisis

Nyoro has broken his silence in style, spicing his scathing criticism with his deep understanding of the budget-making process to demonstrate the debt trap Kenya is in.

Kiharu MP lectures govt on budget making, debt crisis

How three tech firms struck jackpot in e-Citizen deal

A consortium of three companies running the controversial eCitizen platform was given sweeping powers and an opportunity to mint billions from taxpayers seeking govt services.

How three tech firms struck jackpot in e-Citizen deal

Access Bank gets CBK nod to acquire NBK

Acquisition of National Bank of Kenya by Access Bank Kenya was approved by CBK on April 4, and subsequently by the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary on April 10.

Access Bank gets CBK nod to acquire NBK

MPs probe land ownership row at Kiambu National Polytechnic

According to documents presented by the polytechnic's administration, the institution currently occupies 70 acres, with the title deed held by the National Treasury.

MPs probe land ownership row at Kiambu National Polytechnic

Former Nairobi CEC Mohamed Dagane urges simplification of IEBC structure

Another candidate, Melisa Ng’ania, told the panel that although one cannot control how others perceive them, it is crucial to uphold integrity and professionalism, even under pressure.

Former Nairobi CEC Mohamed Dagane urges simplification of IEBC structure

Mudavadi: Kenya is a neutral arbiter to peace process

He emphasised that Africa needs sustainable conflict resolution mechanisms to advance peace initiatives that will bring normalcy to conflict-prone nations.

Mudavadi: Kenya is a neutral arbiter to peace process

Lawmakers: Mt Kenya is in government to stay

Just days after President William Ruto’s visit to the Mt Kenya region, politicians allied to him are back, splashing millions of shillings in what they describe as economic empowerment initiatives.

Lawmakers: Mt Kenya is in government to stay

Ruto lawyer steps down from IEBC contest

Lawyer Katwa Kigen, who was scheduled to appeal before the IEBC Selection Panel, said he had shelved his ambition by "avoiding unnecessary diversion" from the commission’s role.

Ruto lawyer steps down from IEBC contest

Court declines to block auction of Moses Kuria's properties over Sh50 million loan

Kuria secured a Sh50 million loan from Equity Bank in December 2017 to construct five-storey rental blocks in Ruaka and Juja.

Court declines to block auction of Moses Kuria's properties over Sh50 million loan

State urged to regulate steel importation

Scrap metal dealers have appealed to the government to urgently protect the industry, which is threatened by importation of low priced steel reinforcement and steel billet into the country.

State urged to regulate steel importation

Sanlam Kenya's Sh2.5 billion rights issue to open on April 25

Sanlam Kenya chairman John Simba said the Sh2.5 billion rights issue will enable the company to recapitalise its balance sheet by settling a loan facility from Stanbic Bank Kenya.

Sanlam Kenya's Sh2.5 billion rights issue to open on April 25

MPs summon Kebs boss over alleged loss of Sh420 million

Trade committee summoned Kebs Managing Director, Esther Ngari after she failed to appear to respond to claims of financial impropriety that could have led to loss of funds.

MPs summon Kebs boss over alleged loss of Sh420 million

New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in government

In a statement yesterday, Mudavadi, who is also the Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary, said he is in government to stay.

New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in government

I'll not be intimidated, Gachagua retorts after goons storm church

Gunshots were heard as ex-DP’s security dispersed the goons who stormed the church. He said President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Sakaja were behind the attack.

I'll not be intimidated, Gachagua retorts after goons storm church

Season for birthing, repositioning political parties here with us again

The alliances of 2022 are now forgotten, political sins forgotten or forgiven as hitherto foes embrace in new unions, birthing new coalitions and promises of a bright future in two years.

Season for birthing, repositioning political parties here with us again

Jubilee posts record Sh6b profit as gross premiums jump 34pc

Board has recommended a record dividend payout of Sh978 million, translating to Sh13.5 per ordinary share.

Jubilee posts record Sh6b profit as gross premiums jump 34pc

Ruto's shake-up continues as KICC boss Nyakera dismissed

President William Ruto has dismissed the Kenya International Convention Centre (KICC) Chairman, Irungu Nyakera, just seven months after his appointment.

Ruto's shake-up continues as KICC boss Nyakera dismissed

Ruto starts make-or-break tour of Gachagua backyard

President William Ruto’s tour of Mt Kenya region begins Tuesday, amid mixed feelings among residents and leaders.

Ruto starts make-or-break tour of Gachagua backyard

Junet pushes for IEBC panel extension as opposition cries foul

Leader of Minority in the National Assembly, Junet Mohamed has filed a notice of motion seeking to extend timelines for IEBC selection panel by 14 days.

Junet pushes for IEBC panel extension as opposition cries foul

Kenya's peace efforts crucial, says Mudavadi

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has cautioned against politicising peace and security role that Kenya is playing in the region.

Kenya's peace efforts crucial, says Mudavadi

Former FKF official faces integrity queries as IEBC panel moves to round two

Former FKF deputy president questioned over ongoing court case and integrity complaints. Panel will between today and April 24 interview candidates for IEBC members.

Former FKF official faces integrity queries as IEBC panel moves to round two

Candidates for IEBC top seat hard pressed to explain court cases charges

Former Judiciary official and former assembly clerk defend corruption allegations. Kenya Power chairperson says she would defy pressure to resign if her conscience is clear.

Candidates for IEBC top seat hard pressed to explain court cases charges

Ecobank gets Sh3.5b capital injection boost

Ecobank Kenya has strengthened its capital base with a $27 million (Sh3.5 billion) boost to support business growth in the country and the East African region.

Ecobank gets Sh3.5b capital injection boost

Amadi, Nyachae fight off corruption claims amid IEBC chairperson interviews

Amadi denied involvement in a Sh89m gold scandal, dismissing the allegations as an attempt to unsettle her.

Amadi, Nyachae fight off corruption claims amid IEBC chairperson interviews

Raila: Why I cannot work with Gachagua

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has reiterated that he will not back down on his unity deal with President William Ruto, asserting that it is aimed at improving Kenya for the better.

Raila: Why I cannot work with Gachagua

Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survival

The broad-based government has been in place for over seven months now, with President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga claiming it is steering the country towards a transformative agenda.

Fooling Kenyans: Ruto-Raila deal about power and survival

KICD says mathematics to remain in senior school

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development has moved to clarify that under Competency Based Curriculum, mathematics will not be totally dropped at senior school level or Grade 10.

KICD says mathematics to remain in senior school

Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro declined to speak about his political future, saying time for that will come.

Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October

Ole Sapit bars Gachagua, Kalonzo from speaking at church service

The archbishop has directed that politicians not be allowed to speak inside Anglican churches during services but only be acknowledged by name and allowed to wave.

Ole Sapit bars Gachagua, Kalonzo from speaking at church service

I've no regrets if I'm sacked, says CS Muturi

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi says he is not afraid to be kicked out due to his stand on what is believed to be State-sponsored abductions of government critics.

I've no regrets if I'm sacked, says CS Muturi

Why Muturi's party wants to leave Kenya Kwanza

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has pulled yet another surprise move, seeking to divorce his Democratic Party, from the ruling Kenya Kwanza Alliance.

Why Muturi's party wants to leave Kenya Kwanza

Nyoro, his ousted team accused of skewed sharing of 'budget' kitty

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and the Budget and Appropriations Committee he chaired became subject of discussion after MPs raised questions on the budget-making process

Nyoro, his ousted team accused of skewed sharing of 'budget' kitty

Back to sunroof campaigns or development tours?

President William Ruto is a man always on the move and appears to have hit the campaign trail long before the electioneering period, which is more than two years away.

Back to sunroof campaigns or development tours?

Magnificent Duo: Why politicians love to hate Gathungu, Nyakang'o

Integrity sisters: Why politicians love to hate these public servants.AG Gathungu recently drew the ire of MPs when she exposed irregularities in the SHA system.

Magnificent Duo: Why politicians love to hate Gathungu, Nyakang'o

Ruto's Nairobi meet-the-people tour focuses on deal with Raila

The President embarked on a weeklong tour of the capital city, launching and commissioning development projects.

Ruto's Nairobi meet-the-people tour focuses on deal with Raila

Supreme heat up as political egos, confusion reign against apex court

Questions abound on what the country would look like without the Supreme court, given the heavy responsibilities that rests on it.

Supreme heat up as political egos, confusion reign against apex court

Cheruiyot: Kenya Kwanza and ODM talks based on mutual issues

Kenya Kwanza has defended its dalliance with the Raila Odinga party, claiming talks between the two sides are not just about sharing positions.

Cheruiyot: Kenya Kwanza and ODM talks based on mutual issues

Ruto's doublespeak on harambees

More often than not, Ruto has found himself on the receiving end over some of his directives, sometimes finding himself at the center of ridicule from Kenyans.

Ruto's doublespeak on harambees

Fundraisers back with a bang as Ruto pledges Sh100m to church

Last July the President banned State officers from participating in public fundraisers.He also ordered the AG to prepare and submit legislation to this effect.

Fundraisers back with a bang as Ruto pledges Sh100m to church

CS Kagwe: Biosafety Authority and Kephis cannot be merged

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe has now said that the National Bio-Safety Authority cannot be merged with Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) as initially proposed.

CS Kagwe: Biosafety Authority and Kephis cannot be merged

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