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During President Ruto’s US state visit on Tuesday, Ruto requested the intervention of the American government to beef up security in the region. Ruto particularly explained that he and the President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, held a meeting where they both expressed concerns over the withdrawal of forces. Ruto further revealed that the decision…
President Ruto has secured a Ksh 477 billion deal with the United States government to facilitate the completion of Africa’s biggest toll road-the Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway. Reports indicate that the Kenya National Highways Authority signed the $3.6 billion agreement with Everstrong Capital LLC, part of the numerous investments expected to be announced during the engagement between…
The United States government announced its plan to donate 16 helicopters to Kenya to enhance the country’s security operations. According to a statement from the White House, the donation includes 16 Huey helicpters and 8 MD-500s. Despite the agreement, Kenya is expected to formally receive the US-manufactured helicopters between late 2024 and mid-2025. The helicopters…
Kenya has unveiled the latest National Health Accounts Estimates Report spaning 2019/20 to 2021/22, shedding light on strides made in the Vision 2030 agenda. Noteworthy achievements include the provision of free healthcare for HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis, contributing significantly to the decline in child and maternal mortality rates. Medical Services PS Harry Kimtai spearheaded the…
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has filed a case to suspend the current public participation process for the Finance Bill 2024. Together with Dr. Benjamin Magare, Omtatah argues that the National Assembly has prematurely presented the Finance Bill 2024 without Parliament’s prior review and approval of the budget estimates for the 2024/2025 financial year. They maintain…
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) has reinvigorated its partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) with the signing of a new five-year collaboration agreement. The memorandum of understanding was formalized in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, with KEMRI’s Acting Director General Prof. Elijah Songok and CDC’s Global Health Centre Director Dr. Kayla…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has addressed the recent speculation regarding his seven-day absence from the public eye, dismissing rumors of a strained relationship within the ruling Kenya Kwanza party. Speaking at the funeral of his former teacher, Kano Ndumbi, Gachagua explained that he had taken a break to meditate, pray, and fast in the Mt….
President Ruto arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, on Monday afternoon, marking the start of a busy four-day visit to the United States. Among the dignitaries welcoming him at the airport were Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei, US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman, and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. The visit, the first…
President William Ruto has offered his condolences and support to the people of Iran following the tragic helicopter crash on May 19 that claimed the life of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. President Ruto remembered him as a brave leader and devoted public servant who had a remarkable career in public service. “I wish to express…
The Kenya Kwanza administration, led by President William Ruto, has been under intense public scrutiny since taking office, largely due to the numerous promises made during their campaign for the 2022 General Election. Amidst the election frenzy, Ruto pledged to fix the economy and reduce the cost of living within 100 days of assuming office….