By Eddah Waithaka Kuria leaders and elders have strongly condemned Emurr Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno for what they term as “reckless and inflammatory” remarks against their community. During a press briefing today, the leaders accused Ngeno of falsely labeling the Kuria people as Tanzanians, misrepresenting their land rights, and inciting ethnic tensions. They demanded an […]
By Correspondent A leaked audio recording has exposed a shocking breach of judicial neutrality at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), revealing that Sudan’s Justice Minister, Muawiya Othman, sought legal counsel from sitting ICJ judge Awn Al-Khasawneh of Jordan. The 13-minute recording captures Othman asking Al-Khasawneh to advise the Port Sudan government on a pending […]
By Eddah Waithaka Religious leaders and health experts from across Africa have gathered in Nairobi for the Faith in Action Health Conference, a groundbreaking interfaith effort to combat maternal mortality and cervical cancer—two of Africa’s most pressing yet preventable health crises. The Africa Health and Economic Transformation Initiative (AHETI) organized the two-day summit, bringing together […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called for immediate accountability over the brutal killings of unarmed civilians by security officers during last year’s protests. In a strongly worded statement, LSK President Faith Odhiambo condemned the extrajudicial executions and demanded urgent investigations into historical violations by state security organs. The BBC Africa […]
By Eddah Waithaka Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has announced plans to initiate contempt of court proceedings against the Controller of Budget for defying a court order to release critical bursary funds. The delay threatens to disrupt education for thousands of needy students as schools reopen next week. A court had already ordered the Controller of […]
By Eddah Waithaka WWF-Kenya and the Kenya Wildlife Conservancies Association (KWCA) marked World Day for Safety and Health at Work on Monday by urging stakeholders to support an inclusive ranger workforce. The call follows findings from the Kenya Community Ranger Perception Survey 2024, which highlighted key challenges facing community rangers, including lack of professional training, […]
By Eddah Waithaka Local communities will now play a key role in shaping development projects implemented by county governments. The State Department of Devolution, under the Second Kenya Devolution Support Program, has established Community-Led Project Management Committees (PMCs) to ensure residents directly influence county initiatives. Principal Secretary Michael Loikenu Lenasalon emphasized the transformative impact of […]
By Eddah Waithaka Young political aspirants under the banner New Generation Aspirants (NGA) declared their intent to reshape Kenya’s leadership during a high-energy forum at Ufungamano House in Nairobi today. The movement, led by John Kamau, its organizing chairperson, seeks to consolidate the youth vote ahead of the 2027 elections, arguing that young Kenyans can […]
By Eddah Waithaka As East Africa pushes to revitalize its blue economy, conservationists and communities are taking bold steps to protect the region’s marine ecosystems. The Indian Ocean coastline, home to vibrant coral reefs, diverse marine life, and thriving fisheries, faces mounting threats—but new initiatives are turning the tide. Kilindini Campaign Takes Action Against Marine […]
By Eddah Waithaka Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Dr. Alfred Mutua handed over the newly established State Department for Children’s Welfare Services to Principal Secretary Caren Achieng’ during a ceremony at the NSSF Building in Nairobi on April 23, 2025. The government clarified that it will not shut down all children’s homes—only those […]
