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KAWU WORKERS SET TO STRIKE FOUR DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS THREATENING DISRUPTION AT JKIA AND OTHER AIRPORTS.

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Nairobi. The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has issued a strike notice, signaling a looming crisis in the country's aviation industry. In a statement released on Wednesday, December 18, the union expressed concerns over claims of discrimination and unfair treatment, as well as dissatisfaction with their current wages. According to KAWU, the management has been subjecting workers to low payments, leaving them with no option but to take industrial action. "The persistent issue of unfair compensation […]

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The KNBS REPORT HIGHLIGHTS 7 WAYS KENYANS LOST MONEY IN 2024.

A photo highlighting the vibrant Kenyan currency, the heartbeat of the Nation's Economy. In 2024, Kenyans experienced a significant rise in financial fraud, with the country seeing an increase in losses through Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs), according to a report by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). The report, published by Finaccess, revealed that internal fraud within SACCOs accounted for the largest portion of the losses, with 71% of victims reporting they were defrauded by employees or […]

todayDecember 13, 2024 35

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KIZZA BESIGYE FILES A LAWSUIT AGANIST THE GOVERNMENTS OF KENYA AND UGANDA OVER HIS ABDUCTION IN NAIROBI.

Ugandan Opposition leader Kifefe Kizza Besigye Uganda's opposition leader Kizza Besigye, together with his political associate Hajj Obeid Lutale, has filed a lawsuit against the governments of Kenya and Uganda at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) following their abduction in Nairobi, Kenya, on November 16. In the legal action filed on December 4, according to Uganda's Daily Monitor, Besigye claimed he was forcibly abducted and sent back to Uganda to face trial in a military court. Besigye argued […]

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KENYA’S OWN WAREN PETER MWANGI CROWNED MR. HERITAGE INTERNATIONAL 2024/25 IN BANGKOK.

  From Bangkok to the World stage, Waren Peter shines as the proud Winner of the Mr. Heritage Intenational title. A true ambassador of Culture, heritage and global unity. Waren Peter, a 23-year-old Bachelor of Commerce student specializing in Finance and Economics at Kenyatta University, is gaining attention for his outstanding accomplishments in the pageantry world. Originally from Kirinyaga County, Waren has quickly established himself as a rising star in Kenya's pageant scene. In 2023, he won the prestigious title […]

todayDecember 9, 2024 57

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PEDIATRIC CARE DURING THE HOLIDAYS INSIGHTS FROM DR. CLEOPAS MUTUA

  As the holiday season approaches, Dr. Cleopas Mutua, a pediatric specialist, discusses common injuries and health concerns for children, offering advice to parents on keeping kids safe. Dr. Mutua, who is affectionately known as *Dr. Cleo*, has been a passionate advocate for children's health for more than ten years. Reflecting on his journey, he explained that his path to pediatric medicine began in his early medical career, where he was posted to a hospital in Kikuyu. “I was the […]

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Ruto has ordered an investigation into femicide and has set aside Ksh 100 million for a 16-day campaign.

  President William Ruto has unveiled a 16-day initiative aimed at combating gender-based violence, particularly in light of recent incident of femicide in the nation. Speaking to the media at State House in Nairobi on Wednesday, November 20, President Ruto introduced the campaign called Safe Homes, Safe Spaces, which is set to kick off on Monday, November 25. In his commitment to the campaign, Ruto declared that the Government will allocate Ksh 100  million to support efforts focused on educating […]

todayNovember 20, 2024 81

Business

Kenyan named 2024 SDG Pioneers winner by United Nations Global Compact at UNGA

Nairobi, 25 September 2024:Kenya’s Kevin Getobai of Ololo Farm and Lodge has been recognized as a 2024 SDG Pioneer winner by the United Nations Global Compact for his transformative work in sustainable agriculture.                              Kenya’s Kevin Getobai (seated, second from right) receives the 2024 SDG Pioneers award in the Africa SMEs Category at the Leaders Summit during the UN General Assembly in New York. Standing far left […]

todaySeptember 25, 2024 109

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Global Compact Network Kenya recognizes MP Shah Hospital and Ololo Farm Sustainability leads for championing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Global Compact Network Kenya announced its 2024 Country SDG Pioneers: Yvonne Kirigo, Strategy and Innovation Manager from MP Shah Hospital, and Kevin Getobai, Farm Project Manager from Ololo Farm. These remarkable business leaders have been recognised for championing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and inspiring others to advance the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Selected from over 27 nominations, they emerged victorious in their respective categories, Large National and Multinational and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Ms. Kirigo has been […]

todayAugust 22, 2024 85

Breaking News

MPOX VIRUS IN KENYA, WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE VIRUS

The World Health Organization has declared MPOX, formerly known as Monkeypox, a global health emergency. Kenya confirmed its first case of monkeypox in late July 2024. The patient was detected at the Taita Taveta border point with Tanzania. This individual was traveling from Uganda to Rwanda through Kenya, and the Ministry of Health has issued advisories for vigilance and preventive measures to mitigate further spread. Monkeypox, caused by the monkeypox virus, presents with symptoms such as fever, headache, muscle aches, […]

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