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“Respect Church Leaders” Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Tells Off President Ruto For Critiquing Catholic Bishops

Rigathi Gachagua chastised President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza allies on Sunday for how they responded to religious clerics’ criticism. In a stinging speech, the former Deputy President warned UDA-affiliated leaders against targeting church leaders, citing a pattern he witnessed during the late former President Daniel Arap Moi’s reign. Gachagua was speaking at the

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Corruption Allegations Haunt Evans Kidero As Lobby Group Fights His KNTC Appointment

A human rights lobby group is preparing to file a petition at the High Court seeking to revoke the appointment of former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero as the chairperson of the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC). The group argues that Kidero’s appointment violates Chapter Six of the Constitution, which emphasizes the principles of integrity, transparency,

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Politics

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta Calls For Peace, Unity, And Respect As Leaders Reunite In Embu

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has called for peace and urged an end to tribalism in a rare public appearance alongside President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The former head of state was speaking during the consecration of Bishop Peter Kimani at the Embu Catholic Archdiocese on Saturday, where he insisted on unity

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Chief Justice Koome Decries Judiciary’s Underfunding, Calls For Equal Priority With Health And Education

Chief Justice Martha Koome has raised concerns over the persistent underfunding of the Judiciary, highlighting its detrimental impact on justice delivery in Kenya. Speaking at the opening of the Kamwangi Law Courts in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, she called for the Judiciary to receive financial support comparable to other critical sectors like health, education, and

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President William Ruto Brushes Off Bishops’ Criticism, Defends Tough Policies Amid Rising Public Discontent

President William Ruto has publicly dismissed concerns raised by the Catholic Bishops, asserting that his administration is on the right track and that Kenyans are generally content with the government’s performance. The bishops, under the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), had recently issued a press statement highlighting critical issues affecting Kenyans, including the high

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Billions Lost As Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu Exposes Youth Fund’s Debt Crisis And Mismanagement

Kenya’s Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF), a key initiative meant to empower young entrepreneurs, is under scrutiny after an audit by Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu revealed that over Sh2.5 billion in loans may never be recovered. The findings, covering the financial period ending June 30, 2023, cast doubt on the fund’s accountability and debt management practices.

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Mudavadi Grants Gates Foundation Diplomatic Immunity As Concerns Over Kenya’s Sovereignty And Accountability Spark Outrage

In a recent decision that has sparked debate, Kenya has granted the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation diplomatic immunity through Legal Notice No. 157, signed by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi on November 19, 2024. This immunity gives the foundation and its employees protection similar to that enjoyed by diplomats, meaning they are shielded from

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Millions Lost In TSC Overpayment Scandal As Slow Recovery Sparks Public Outcry And Calls For CEO Nancy Macharia Investigated

Revelations of massive salary overpayments within Kenya’s Teachers Service Commission (TSC) which is under Nancy Macharia” warch have raised public concern. In a recent report, Auditor General Nancy Gathungu highlighted troubling figures, revealing that Kshs. 358.8 million in overpayments remain outstanding. Despite attempts to recover these funds, the pace of collection has been slow, prompting

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Business Politics

Uhuru Kenyatta’s Northlands City: Reports Of Secret Eurobond Funds Misuse And Public Calls For Repossession Re-emerges

The project of Northlands City, a planned high-end residential and commercial hub by the Kenyatta family, has raised significant public scrutiny over its alleged funding origins. Central to the controversy is the suspicion that some of the 2014 Eurobond proceeds may have indirectly funded this massive development. Critics argue that instead of benefiting the nation

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Suspended SHA CEO Wachira On The Spot As Ksh 1.5 Billion Diverted To Insurers, Hospital Payments Neglected Amid Alleged NHIF Loyalty

The saga surrounding former SHA CEO Wachira’s recent suspension has brought to light numerous challenges within the agency’s operations and exposed tensions between SHA leadership and other governmental bodies. This scrutiny comes amid accusations that Wachira prioritized payments to two insurance companies over settling critical hospital bills, against directives from the SHA board. According to

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