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Real Estate Tops Labour Productivity in Kenya's Service Sector
The latest Kenya Economic Report, published by the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA), has revealed that the real estate sector in Kenya is leading in labour productivity within the servi…
Kenya's First World Cup Football Team Departs for Training
President William Ruto has lauded the unifying role of sports in Kenya. At the flagging-off ceremony on Thursday for the Junior Starlets' pre-World Cup tour in Spain, Ruto urged Kenyans to support the team, stating th…
Sheng and Swahili Make Their Mark in Oxford English Dictionary
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has recently expanded its lexicon to include several Swahili and Sheng words. Among the new additions is the Sheng term "panya route," which refers to a clandestine path often utili…
IOM Pledges Support for Distressed Kenyans Abroad
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has commended the robust partnership between Kenya and the organization, which focuses on promoting humane and orderly migration. This recognition emerged during a di…
Student Pilot Injured as Training Aircraft Crashes in Nairobi National Park
A student of aviation was hurt on Thursday after a plane from the West Rift Aviation School crashed into the Nairobi National Park. The incident, which occurred on a clear day, prompted an immediate response from resc…
Kenya's Luxury Real Estate Market Rebounds in 2024
The Kenyan luxury real estate market is experiencing a notable resurgence in 2024, following a period of dominance by the affordable housing sector. While affordable housing initiatives have been at the forefront of d…
Mother Disputes Suicide Claim After Son's Fatal Fall in Kamusinga School Septic Tank
The tranquil Sunday evening of September 15, 2024, was abruptly shattered for Ms Jacinta Ndiege when she received a distressing call from Friends School Kamusinga. Mr. Wekesa, identifying himself as her son John Mark'…
27 Bullets and 3 Lives: The Suspicious Death of Kennedy Mwangi and Companions
Kennedy Mwangi's life, which ended tragically on September 9, 2024, was marked by hardship, crime, and unfulfilled aspirations. Born in 1993 in Bendor Estate, Gatanga Sub County, Mwangi's path took a dark turn when he…
Kindiki vs Gachagua: Leadership Tussle Divides Mt Kenya MCAs
A recent gathering of approximately 300 ward representatives from the Mt Kenya region ended in discord on Wednesday as participants failed to reach a consensus on endorsing Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki a…
Former Kenyan Teacher Thrives as US Bus Driver, Celebrates Lucrative Income
Mike, a Kenyan native from Wanyororo B in Nakuru County, has realized his long-held aspiration of supporting his friends and family by immigrating to the United States. Before his relocation, Mike's career in Kenya sp…
Job Opportunities Abroad Fuel Rise in Kenyan Visa Applications
VFS Global has announced that visa applications processed in the Kenya have reached 80 percent of the total requests made in 2023. This milestone, achieved by September 17, 2024, indicates a substantial increase in in…
Kenya Parliament Approves Douglas Kanja as New Inspector General, Sets Reform Agenda
Members of Parliament have unanimously approved the appointment of Mr. Douglas Kanja as the new Inspector General of Police. This decision sets the stage for his imminent swearing-in ceremony at State House in Nairobi…
George Ruto Buys Sh8.7M Matatu, Makes Surprise Call to Employee on Air
President William Ruto's son George Ruto has been making waves in Nairobi's matatu industry with his strategic investments and growing influence. Recently, George acquired a competing matatu for Sh8.7 million, a move…
Kenyan Immigration Official Dismissed for Accepting Sh 3 Million in Passport Fraud
A high-ranking official from the National Intelligence Service was on Wednesday dismissed after accepting Sh3.1 million in bribes from Kenyan citizens to help them get their passports processed. Tuguro was found guilt…
Activist Morara Kebaso & Mercy Tarus Battle Over 'Kenya Ni Home' Slogan
The anti-government movement in Kenya, which gained momentum during protests against the controversial 2024 Finance Bill, is now facing internal discord. At the heart of this conflict is a dispute over the ownership o…
IPOA Probes Police Brutality Claims at Multimedia University Protests
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has initiated an investigation into alleged excessive force used by police against a Multimedia University student during recent protests. The Wednesday incident, wh…
2,000 Woodley Inhabitants Fight Eviction in Court, Citing Resident Deaths
Over 2,000 people living in the Woodley Estate in Nairobi, which is over 50 years old, have taken legal action against the Nairobi County Government to prevent the demolition of their homes. The residents have filed a…
UDA and ODM Signal Historic Merger Ahead of 2027 Elections
The ruling party UDA and the opposition party ODM have signaled plans to merge or form a coalition before the 2027 elections. This unexpected development was highlighted during a recent thanksgiving ceremony for Wycli…
Budget Controller Nyakang'o Reveals Threats and Legal Hurdles in Fight Against Corruption
Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang'o has reported threats to her life, budgetary limitations, and legal shortcomings as significant obstacles hindering her office from fulfilling its constitutional responsibilities…
Canada Launches LMIA-Free Work Permits to Attract Foreign Tech Experts
Canada has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative within its International Mobility Program (IMP) called the Innovation Stream. This new program introduces an LMIA-exempt work permit designed to attract skilled foreign…