Kenya

Women Leaders Stand Strong for Judiciary Integrity

By Eddah Waithaka Women from various rights organizations in Kenya have united with other Kenyans of goodwill to express their unwavering support for the judiciary and to denounce the malicious attempts to undermine it at the highest level. In a press statement shared by the women on 31st of January, the women said, “We are […]

Kenya

Uchaguzi Platform Urges New IEBC Panel to Prioritize Independence and Inclusivity

By Eddah Waithaka A group of civil society organizations under the Uchaguzi platform have called on the newly appointed gazetted IEBC selection panel to appoint new IEBC Commissioners with a strong commitment to independence, impartiality, transparency, and inclusivity. Their aim is to restore the public trust that has been diminished. Speaking on Friday, Mulle Musau, […]

News

Civil Society Calls for an end to Budget Corruption

By Eddah Waithaka The Kenya Devolution Civil Society Group (KDCWG) has urged for a stop to budgeting corruption and is promoting the transfer of devolved responsibilities. Speaking during a press conference in Nairobi, Cornelius Oduor, the Deputy Executive Director of the Kenya Human Rights Commission, highlighted that Kenya’s recent greylisting by the Financial Action Task […]

Business Sports

KCB Supports 2025 WRC Safari Rally with KShs. 209 Million Investment

By Eddah Waithaka KCB Bank has once again affirmed its position as Kenya’s leading sports sponsor by announcing a generous contribution of KShs. 209 million to the highly anticipated 2025 World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally. This marks the fifth consecutive year of the bank’s partnership with this prestigious motorsports event, taking place from March […]

Health

Government Assures Stable ARV Supply Amid Public Concerns

By Eddah Waithaka During a press conference held on Wednesday, January 29, Director-General for Health, Dr. Patrick Amoth, sought to relieve public concerns (ARV) medications. He confirmed that the government has ensured a steady supply of ARVs, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining accessibility for those in need. These concerns about a potential crisis among HIV/AIDS […]

Africa, Technology

PS Omollo Calls for Enhanced Use of Digital Platforms to Transform Kenyan Society

By Eddah Waithaka In a recent engagement at the Africa AI Convening, Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo emphasized the need for improved utilization of digital platforms amid growing concerns about their impact on Kenyan society. Speaking at the event organized by the Office of the Special Envoy on Technology, led […]

Health

Government Reaffirms Support for HIV Patients Amid Funding Changes

By Eddah Waithaka In the wake of the Trump administration’s recent suspension of funding and support for HIV patients, the government is reaching out to affected individuals to reaffirm its commitment to their health and well-being. In a press statement shared by government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, he said, “Recognizing the uncertainty this funding gap has […]

News

Businessman Issa Kunoh Battles Nairobi Officials Over Green Park Land

By Editor Issa Kuno, a businessman and former officer of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), has voiced strong objections against Nairobi City County officials’ attempts to stop the development of an area in Green Park, located within Uhuru Park. Kuno presented evidence of bank transactions and leases made while the Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS) was […]

News

New Task Force Takes Aim at Gender-Based Violence in Kenya

By Eddah Waithaka On Tuesday, officials inaugurated a 42-member task force dedicated to addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. Former Deputy Chief Justice Nancy Baraza will lead the team charged with evaluating current issues and proposing strategies to tackle the rising incidents of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) […]