Stories by: Sheilah Ombongi
Health Care Relief as Doctors' Strike is Averted
20 Dec, 2024 02:00 PM
DOCTORS' STRIKE CALLED OFF
“We assure KMPDU that the remaining parts of any agreement including the adjustments that we said will push to 2025/2026 will be adhered to and convened,” Governor Ahmed Abdullahi stated.
“We assure KMPDU that the remaining parts of any agreement including the adjustments that we said will push to 2025/2026 will be adhered to and convened,” Governor Ahmed Abdullahi stated.
Nairobi City Conundrum: A curse of the One-Term Governor
19 Dec, 2024 02:27 PM
ONE-TERM GOVERNOR CURSE
As the country approaches the next election cycle, all eyes are on Governor Sakaja to see if he will be the first to break the one-term governor term and secure a second term in office.
As the country approaches the next election cycle, all eyes are on Governor Sakaja to see if he will be the first to break the one-term governor term and secure a second term in office.
Government Faces Pushback Over Mass Cattle Vaccination
18 Dec, 2024 03:00 PM
MASS VACCINATION DISCOURSE
The push and pull between the government and the Kenya Veterinary Association continues to spark heated debates, and concerns about the safety and well-being of animals and the ineffectiveness of the vaccination strategy continue to rise.
The push and pull between the government and the Kenya Veterinary Association continues to spark heated debates, and concerns about the safety and well-being of animals and the ineffectiveness of the vaccination strategy continue to rise.
KMPDU reaffirms to lead fresh strike on December 22
17 Dec, 2024 04:00 PM
KMPDU FRESH STRIKE
The picket began at Kenyatta National Hospital, to Nairobi Hospital, and the Ministry of Health Officers at Afya House and Parliament buildings, where the doctors declared support for the calls for the Nairobi National Hospital and board.
The picket began at Kenyatta National Hospital, to Nairobi Hospital, and the Ministry of Health Officers at Afya House and Parliament buildings, where the doctors declared support for the calls for the Nairobi National Hospital and board.
Tico Dela’s Medical Marvel with a Musical Twist
13 Dec, 2024 01:21 PM
THE SINGING DOCTOR
Throughout his academic journey, Langat was recognized for his charisma. His zeal and passion were evident as he would perform before his colleagues and friends back in school. He was crowned as Mr. KMTC Kenya, Mr.KMTC Nakuru, and Mr KMTC Machakos.
Throughout his academic journey, Langat was recognized for his charisma. His zeal and passion were evident as he would perform before his colleagues and friends back in school. He was crowned as Mr. KMTC Kenya, Mr.KMTC Nakuru, and Mr KMTC Machakos.
Half Marathon to Commemorate World AIDS Day In Nairobi
29 Nov, 2024 01:00 PM
WORLD AIDS DAY
Winners of the half marathon will be rewarded 250,000 kshs, with the 1st runners up bagging 200,000 kshs and the 2nd runners up bagging 100,000. For the 10 km race, the winner willpocket 100,000 kshs with the 1st and 2nd runners up taking 70 and 50,000
Winners of the half marathon will be rewarded 250,000 kshs, with the 1st runners up bagging 200,000 kshs and the 2nd runners up bagging 100,000. For the 10 km race, the winner willpocket 100,000 kshs with the 1st and 2nd runners up taking 70 and 50,000
ODM Grassroot Elections in Chaos as Delegates Clash
28 Nov, 2024 04:00 PM
CHAOTIC GRASSROOT ELECTIONS
The ODM party released a press statement through the National Elections Coordinating Committee(NECC). It reported that the exercise was successful across the country, apart from a few areas where some individuals were accused of interference.
The ODM party released a press statement through the National Elections Coordinating Committee(NECC). It reported that the exercise was successful across the country, apart from a few areas where some individuals were accused of interference.
Tax Laws Amendment Bill To Raise Over 178B For 2024/2025
19 Nov, 2024 07:00 PM
TAX AMMENDMENT BILL
The Minimum Top-up Tax is making its way back to the conversation. It proposes that if the effective tax rate paid by an individual or an organization running a business is below 15%, they will be required to pay a balance.
The Minimum Top-up Tax is making its way back to the conversation. It proposes that if the effective tax rate paid by an individual or an organization running a business is below 15%, they will be required to pay a balance.
Is Kenya's Economy Finally Turning Around Under Ruto's Leadership?
11 Nov, 2024 03:00 PM
RESULTS ARE SPEAKING
Even as we approach the next electoral period, 2027, Ruto’s economic strategy is seen to pay off. He is making a real difference in Kenya, where it matters most. The cost of living is taking shape, proofing that the plan is working.
Even as we approach the next electoral period, 2027, Ruto’s economic strategy is seen to pay off. He is making a real difference in Kenya, where it matters most. The cost of living is taking shape, proofing that the plan is working.
Kenyans Protest Rising Tax Burdens Amid SHA Transition
05 Nov, 2024 12:00 PM
TAX BURDEN
In the transition from National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to Social Health Authority (SHA), the taxation rate is currently at 2.75% per annum. Previously, the NHIF contributions were between 500ksh and 1700kshs monthly.
In the transition from National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to Social Health Authority (SHA), the taxation rate is currently at 2.75% per annum. Previously, the NHIF contributions were between 500ksh and 1700kshs monthly.
Union Proclaims Paralysis in Public Universities, Dons Frustrated
29 Oct, 2024 02:00 PM
STRIKES ALARM
Unprotected strikes have consequences. When you participate in unprotected strike, you simply violate the terms and contracts of employment. If the consequences were to fall on you, then the courts would not help you, because you are going to equity with
Unprotected strikes have consequences. When you participate in unprotected strike, you simply violate the terms and contracts of employment. If the consequences were to fall on you, then the courts would not help you, because you are going to equity with
Scramble For Middle East Jobs: Kenya’s Unemployment Crisis
28 Oct, 2024 05:00 PM
QATAR JOB CRISIS
"The first day was a big joke a few days ago. People came into the interview wearing a hoodie. People came into the interview wearing sneakers not that they can’t get shoes. You can even borrow a suit from somebody.“
"The first day was a big joke a few days ago. People came into the interview wearing a hoodie. People came into the interview wearing sneakers not that they can’t get shoes. You can even borrow a suit from somebody.“
Cherargei’s Bill on Extention of Electoral Term To 7 years
25 Oct, 2024 12:07 PM
7 YEARS NOT 5
“ I want to be very clear that as President, I will not participate in mutilating the Constitution for purposes of serving selfish, personal, parochial interests. The same way we opposed BBI because it was meant to achieve selfish parochial personal intre
“ I want to be very clear that as President, I will not participate in mutilating the Constitution for purposes of serving selfish, personal, parochial interests. The same way we opposed BBI because it was meant to achieve selfish parochial personal intre
Kenya Commemorates Breast Cancer Month with Campaigns
25 Oct, 2024 08:48 AM
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
“Early breast Cancer, early detection, always means a cure. If we detect your breast Cancer late where it has spread to the rest of your body, we can manage it but we can’t cure it,”
“Early breast Cancer, early detection, always means a cure. If we detect your breast Cancer late where it has spread to the rest of your body, we can manage it but we can’t cure it,”
Free Gaitho: Kenyans Worry about Blogger's Whereabouts
23 Oct, 2024 05:13 PM
KENYANS CONCERNED
A section of Kenyans have taken to X to express their concerns about missing Gaitho. They claim that arrogant cops arrested him without any warrant of arrest. #FreeFrancisGaitho is currently trending at 26 million on X, as Kenyans are questioning the wher
A section of Kenyans have taken to X to express their concerns about missing Gaitho. They claim that arrogant cops arrested him without any warrant of arrest. #FreeFrancisGaitho is currently trending at 26 million on X, as Kenyans are questioning the wher
KCSE Candidates To Receive Maisha Cards Before Exams End
23 Oct, 2024 03:00 PM
MAISHA CARDS
‘’When you have this card, you don’t need anything else. you don’t need a driving licence you don’t need an NHIF this card will do everything in Kenya,’'
‘’When you have this card, you don’t need anything else. you don’t need a driving licence you don’t need an NHIF this card will do everything in Kenya,’'
Gachagua Can Still Fight Back Against Impeachment- Advocate Wasaga
22 Oct, 2024 01:00 PM
RIGATHI'S FIGHTING CHANCE
“There is still a fighting chance for Rigathi Gachagua and his team to prove that his rights were violated,“
“There is still a fighting chance for Rigathi Gachagua and his team to prove that his rights were violated,“
Rival Groups clash Amidst Mashujaa Day Celebrations
18 Oct, 2024 09:00 PM
DIVIDED MASHUJAA DAY
The separate events have created disputes in the online space, many people questioning the need for two individual events amidst the main Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale County. In his response, Morara stood his ground on X to explain about his failure
The separate events have created disputes in the online space, many people questioning the need for two individual events amidst the main Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale County. In his response, Morara stood his ground on X to explain about his failure
Was Gachagua's impeachment a destruction to Kenyans?
18 Oct, 2024 02:00 PM
THE IMPEACHMENT QUESTION
"Forget about Gachagua's impeachment for now. Look at news about ADANI. If only you could show this much attention to things affecting us such as SHIF, bills, #REJECTSHA #Reject Adani
"Forget about Gachagua's impeachment for now. Look at news about ADANI. If only you could show this much attention to things affecting us such as SHIF, bills, #REJECTSHA #Reject Adani
War On Toxic Diapers and Sanitary Care Products
17 Oct, 2024 11:19 AM
TOXIC SANITARY PADS
"Taifa Mpya in partnership with Advocate Joseph Mwai have launched a MASSIVE lawsuit against ALWAYS, KOTEX, HUGGIES, AND PAMPERS, invoking Article 46 of Kenya's Constitution and the Consumer Protection Act,"
"Taifa Mpya in partnership with Advocate Joseph Mwai have launched a MASSIVE lawsuit against ALWAYS, KOTEX, HUGGIES, AND PAMPERS, invoking Article 46 of Kenya's Constitution and the Consumer Protection Act,"