Motorists Threaten Nationwide Fuel Protests
The Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) has threatened to mobilize motorists, matatu operators and the public for peaceful nationwide protests if the government fails to address soaring fuel prices. In a statement on Wednesday, MAK accused the Energy…
Nyoro Warns EPRA Over Fuel
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has launched a sharp attack on the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority after fuel prices were raised to new highs. Taking it to X on October 14, Nyoro accused EPRA of staging late consultations to justify a hike Kenyans…
Refugee to Westminster Historic Win
History has been made in the UK Parliament.Newly sworn in Labour MP Sagal Abdi-Wali has become the first Somali-born refugee woman elected to Westminster, in a moment celebrated far beyond her constituency. The 42-year-old won the Holborn and St Pancras…
Pope Leo Faces Lung Cancer
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing major chest surgery in Rome. The Vatican confirmed on Tuesday that the 71-year-old pontiff had the lower lobe of his right lung removed at the Agostino Gemelli University Hospital. He had…
Nairobi Schools Face Mumps Alert
Parents in Nairobi are being asked to keep a close eye on their children after a mumps alert in city schools. The Nairobi County government has warned of a possible outbreak and advised that any child showing symptoms should stay home until fully…
NTSA Warns Against Licence Brokers
Motorists waiting for driving licences, logbooks or number plates no longer need to pay brokers to know if their documents are ready. The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) on Monday, issued a fresh directive urging drivers to use its free…
Court Defines Consultant Employee Rights
The Employment and Labour Relations Court has drawn a clear line between consultants and employees in a new ruling expected to shape future workplace disputes. The case involved a project management consultant who sued a construction company for Ksh5.31…
Lecturers Reject Government Pay Offer
Public universities face a longer shutdown after lecturers rejected the government’s latest pay proposal. The University Academic Staff Union (UASU) and Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) on Monday, turned down a Ksh12 billion offer tabled to…
Natembeya Clashes With Ruto Openly
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has fired back at President William Ruto after the President blamed his Tawe movement for delaying a hospital project. The exchange happened after Ruto’s Mazingira Day tour in Endebess on October 10, where he accused…
Pope Leo Faces Lung Surgery
Pope Leo XIV will undergo lung surgery next week after doctors found a small nodule during a routine check-up. The 71-year-old pontiff made the announcement himself on Sunday, during his Angelus prayer in St. Peter’s Square. Speaking in Italian,…