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A new survey reveals that only 26% of Kenyans are confident the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will conduct free and fair elections in 2027. The latest Infotrak poll, released on Monday, highlights a worrying lack of trust in the electoral body, with 60% of respondents believing there is a lack of transparency within…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has officially unveiled the timetable for the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA). This assessment plays a vital role in the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC), signifying the culmination of Grade 6 education for students across the country. Introduced as part of Kenya’s transition to the CBC, the KPSEA focuses…
A pinkish substance released by the police to disperse demonstrators in the streets of Nairobi has raised significant concerns, with many speculating that it could be a harmful chemical banned from warfare. Videos circulating online show a peculiar pink cloud outside a Java House outlet, resembling tear gas smoke. This is the first time the…
President William Ruto has announced the immediate dismissal of all Cabinet Secretaries and the Attorney General, retaining only Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. In a national address from State House Nairobi on Thursday afternoon, President Ruto cited a comprehensive review of the cabinet’s performance and public feedback as reasons for…
The Wiper party has criticized President William Ruto’s approach to engaging with Kenyan youth as a solution to ongoing anti-government protests. In a statement on Wednesday, the Kalonzo Musyoka-led party expressed that the current regime is out of touch with the Gen Zs’ demand for immediate action rather than dialogue. Wiper urged President Ruto to…
Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has directed that no State officers or public servants participate in Harambees, aligning with President William Ruto’s mandate against public collections by government officials. In a letter dated July 9, 2024, Koskei emphasized that all service commissions must collaborate with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to create an…
The government has responded to Auditor General Dr. Nancy Gathungu’s critical findings on the Financial Inclusion Fund, commonly known as the Hustler Fund, attributing the highlighted issues to errors in data extraction, initial understaffing, and mistakes in note numbering. Dr. Gathungu issued a disclaimer opinion, pointing out inconsistencies in the fund’s management. She noted that…
On Sunday, Uhuru Park grounds in Nairobi became a poignant site of remembrance as youths, dressed in black and waving Kenyan flags, gathered for the Shujaaz Memorial concert to honour those killed during recent anti-government protests. The concert, which coincided with the historical Saba Saba day, served as the culmination of three weeks of demonstrations…
A section of opposition leaders from the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition is calling for the immediate resignation of Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome following the killing of protesters in the country. The leaders accuse President William Ruto’s administration of using excessive force against demonstrators, leading to fatalities. The leaders voiced their demands…
The government is implementing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), which will replace the current National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). The mass registration for SHIF began on July 1, 2024, after a delay pushed the launch to October 1, 2024. The initiative aims to ensure that all Kenyans, including those…