Patients seeking medical services from the Social Health Authority (SHA) may face difficulties due to a critical omission during the registration process, the government has discovered. In a news conference on Wednesday, February 5, Director-General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth provided an update on the healthcare system’s implementation. Dr. Amoth stated that the government was
The deaths of Justus Mutumwa and Martin Mwau have raised serious concerns after an autopsy confirmed they died from severe chest injuries and strangulation. The two were among the missing Mlolongo four, a case that has drawn public attention due to its mysterious nature. Government pathologist Dr. Richard Njoroge revealed on February 5, 2025, that
Former Laikipia Woman Representative Cate Waruguru has revealed details about the close relationship between Farouk Kibet and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaking on Milele FM on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Waruguru said Kibet played a major role in Gachagua’s rise to power. She explained that before William Ruto became president, Kibet was heavily involved
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested former Likoni District Criminal Investigations Officer (DCIO) Charles Onyango over allegations of corruption. As per the reports by The Standard Digital, Onyango, who once held a senior position in law enforcement, is accused of engaging in illegal activities that went against his duties and betrayed the trust
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti led the county administration in installing CCTV cameras in county hospitals on Tuesday, February 4, to combat medicine theft and financial mismanagement.While supervising the activity, Ndeti warned of serious repercussions for those caught in the act, as the county seeks to put an end to the epidemic that has destroyed Machakos’
Across the country, incidents of insecurity are increasing, making many people feel unsafe. One of the most worrying trends is the rise in abductions, which are often combined with robberies. Criminals are targeting unsuspecting victims, leaving them in fear for their safety. A recent case has shocked many after a police officer was abducted and
On Tuesday, February 4, the government, through the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, highlighted concerns over increased incidences of visa application fraud and phony jobs, warning Kenyans not to fall victim to such schemes. “The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs continues to receive complaints from citizens who have been defrauded while applying for
Politics in Kenya is becoming more tense as President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua continue to drift apart. Their latest exchange shows that the rivalry between them is getting worse. Speaking to Mulembe TV, Gachagua urged different communities and leaders to come together and create their own political plans. He said they
Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has stated that they will not rebrand the Azimio alliance, but will instead form a new political entity. The Wiper leader, who is a part of Azimio, stated that the alliance has grown dysfunctional as people withdraw. Kalonzo announced that he will not run in the 2027 general elections, while Azimio
Rising suicide rates among youth spark concern in Kenya
A tragic incident occurred in Riat Village, Rachuonyo subcounty, Homa Bay County, where a nine-year-old Grade 4 student took his own life on Wednesday. The young boy, a pupil at Aolo Primary School, was found hanging from a mango tree using a nylon rope. The heartbreaking discovery was made by a neighbor who noticed the