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Parents to Use E-Citizen for National School Fee Payment
A new directive from the Ministry of Education mandates parents and guardians to utilize the eCitizen system for school fee payments, specifically for children in national schools. This initiative, outlined in a circu…

Why Governor Nyong'o Could End up Behind Bars
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o, Deputy Mathew Owili, and City Manager Abala Wanga are facing the looming possibility of a six-month jail term or a fine for failing to comply with court orders prohibiting them from as…

Kenyan National Convicted in the US Faces Lengthy Prison Term for Investment Fraud
58-year-old Kenyan citizen Paul Maucha has been convicted for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that duped many victims into paying advance fees for investments. The verdict has been announced by Attorney Matthew M. G…

Betsy Saina: Kenyan-American Marathoner Mastery Sparks Excitement for US Olympic Trials
Since the last Olympics, significant changes have unfolded in the life of Betsy Saina. Having achieved her dream of U.S. citizenship, she now has the privilege of representing the United States and hoisting the Star-S…

Embakasi Gas Explosion: 3 Confirmed Dead, 280 Injured
A gas explosion rocked Mradi Village in Embakasi, Nairobi, Thursday night, claiming three lives and leaving 222 injured. The incident, unfolding just before midnight, has led to the displacement of families and widesp…

Mudavadi, US Secretary of State Blinken Discuss Regional Stability in Washington
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi on Thursday engaged in crucial discussions with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, focusing primarily on matters of peace and security. As the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign…

DCI Takes Charge in Investigating Boni Khalwale's Bull Caretaker's Mysterious Death
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has decided to postpone the burial of his trusted bull caretaker Kizito Moi Amukune amidst concerns surrounding the circumstances of Amukune's death. Responding to claims regarding the c…

Nameless Reveals Reason Behind His Music Hiatus
Celebrating nearly three decades in the music industry, Nameless, also known as David Mathenge, reflects on his journey in an exclusive interview. At 47, the seasoned artist shares valuable lessons learned and plans f…

University of Nairobi and MKU Stand Out in Latest Varsity Rankings
The University of Nairobi has once again secured its top spot in the latest Webometrics ranking, maintaining its longstanding position as a leader in Kenyan higher education. Meanwhile, Mount Kenya University has made…

US Politician Advocates Bill to Protect Kenyan Family from Hair Discrimination
Vermont-based Kenyan woman Angela Lawrence stands on the cusp of witnessing a transformative development, pending the passage of a groundbreaking bill aimed at prohibiting discrimination based on an individual's hair…

Legal Battle Commences for Late Pepsi Executive William Mulwa's Sh500 Million Estate
Japheth Matemu, representing Edward Nzesya Mutilangi, has formally petitioned the Westchester County Surrogate's Court in New York, seeking the appointment of Mutilangi as the administrator of his late brother's estat…

Nairobi Caretaker Charged with Impersonating Principal Magistrate's Spouse for 3 Years
Since 2020, Cryspinus Malenya Inyama, a 29-year-old caretaker at a private school in Kariobangi, Nairobi, has asserted a false romantic relationship with Kilifi Principal Magistrate Ivy Wasike. Exploiting this decepti…

Religious Leaders Alarmed by LGBTQ Content in CBC Textbooks
Religious leaders have voiced apprehension regarding the alleged inclusion of LGBTQ+ content in textbooks associated with the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC). At a conference held at the Sarova Panafric Hotel in Nai…

Kenyan-born Woman Convicted for Smuggling Cocaine Worth KSh12 Billion in Australia
Arti Dhir, a 59-year-old woman originally from Kenya but residing in the United Kingdom, has been sentenced to 33 years in prison for her involvement in smuggling cocaine between the UK and Australia. The Australian S…

Homeless Man Declines Generous Offer of Cash and House
In a heartwarming yet challenging encounter on Thika Road, activist Derrick Mbugua attempted to extend assistance to a homeless man named Mutoko. Illuminating the space with their phones, Mbugua and his friends initia…

Kenya's Commercial Real Estate Faces Challenges Amidst Residential Growth
Kenya's commercial real estate market faces ongoing challenges as the value of approved non-residential buildings in Nairobi County remains below pre-pandemic levels. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statisti…

Graduate Who Begged for Jobs in Nairobi Streets Refutes Misinformation About Securing US Job
Mary Muiruri, a recent Actuarial Science graduate from Egerton University, has dispelled rumours about landing a job in the United States. Last week, a photo of her seeking employment along Thika Road went viral, draw…

Raila Odinga New Unveils New Game Plan Against Ruto
Opposition leader Raila Odinga has revealed a comprehensive strategy to exert pressure on President William Ruto's administration, focusing on the removal of burdensome taxes, including the contentious housing levy. O…

Ruto Stands Firm on Sending Officers to Haiti Despite Court Ruling
President William Ruto has affirmed the commitment to dispatch 1,000 Kenyan police officers to Haiti, despite a recent court ruling deeming the deployment illegal. The High Court had issued an injunction last Friday…

Paula Kahumbu Among Esteemed Awardees at UK-based Bristol University
Paula Kahumbu, a conservationist and filmmaker from Kenya, is one of the individuals celebrated at the 2024 Bristol University Alumni Awards. Kahumbu has received the Global Citizenship Award in recognition of her out…