By Eddah Waithaka United Democratic Alliance lobby groups are calling on UDA General Secretary Hon. Cleophas Malala to publicly disassociate himself from the Tawe movement, a movement in the western region under the leadership of the First Minister and the Speaker of the National Assembly, or resign as General Secretary of the UDA Party. National […]
By Eddah Waithaka The inaugural Kenya National Research Festival 2024 from 19-23 August will highlight the critical intersection between research and socio-economic development under the theme “Research Partnerships and Collaborations for Socio-Economic”, bringing together leading stakeholders from the research community, policy makers and industry leaders to explore innovative solutions to pressing societal challenges and underscore […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Nubian Rights Forum (NRF) has raised alarm over disturbing reports of ethnic discrimination at Isinya Boys Secondary School, where around 100 non-Maasai have been forcibly expelled and non-Maasai teachers have been dismissed. The NRF says this undermines the principles of equality and inclusion in Kenya’s educational institutions and calls for urgent […]
By Eddah Waithaka Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has ruled out the possibility of being part of Ruto’s new cabinet. He spoke on Thursday after rumours emerged that he was being considered for the post of attorney general, which has yet to be filled. Ruto is yet to name the appointees to the Office of the Attorney General and the […]
By Eddah Waithaka On Wednesday, the Wiper Democratic Party issued a statement to media expressing concern about the current regime’s lack of understanding of Gen Z’s message of action now. The opposition party appealed to President Ruto to prioritize addressing the concerns of Generation Z by resolving the issues raised in the recent protests, rather […]
By Eddah Waithaka The eighth edition of the Africa Climate Change and Environmental Reporting Awards has been announced, recognizing excellence in reporting on environmental issues. Launched by the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) in 2013, the awards aim to support and reward journalists who report on climate change and environmental issues in Africa. The […]
By Eddah Waithaka An explosive investigation has revealed that corrupt Kenyan government officials have embedded themselves into a vast East African human trafficking network, defrauding citizens with false promises of U.S. visas and green cards. A joint probe by Kenya’s KTN News and The Standard Newspaper exposed a scheme where officials from the Ministries of […]
By Eddah Waithaka Azimio la Umoja co-principal Kalonzo Musyoka has said that he is considering the option of seeking justice at the International Criminal Court (ICC) over the violence witnessed during the anti-finance bill protests on Tuesday, June 25th. While addressing the media at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) on Friday, where he had gone […]
By Eddah Waithaka Kenya is facing a critical problem as its youth, who make up 79% of the total population, are being deprived of essential education, life skills and employment opportunities. This alarming trend poses a significant threat to the nation’s future, with the risk of social chaos looming large if immediate action is not […]
By Eddah Waithaka The National Council of Churches urging the Kenyan government to heed the cries and pleas of Kenyans and withdraw the Finance Bill 2024. “Do not sign it into law. Instead, send it back to Parliament to be redrafted to reflect the wishes of the Kenyan people. This redrafting should be accompanied by […]
