National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has cautioned that the rising tensions between Pakistan and India could have major economic consequences for Kenya. In a statement issued on Thursday, June 5, the Speaker said the disagreement, which might potentially reignite hostilities between the two nations, could have a substantial impact on the country’s export sector, particularly
The Health Ministry has launched an investigation into the growing misuse of Ozempic, a drug meant for managing Type 2 diabetes but now being used by many Kenyans to lose weight. Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni confirmed the move on Thursday, revealing that the Pharmacy and Poisons Board is already working on the case following
The debate in Parliament started as a normal discussion but quickly turned into a heated exchange about legal qualifications and academic achievements. The tussle as shared by Tuko news, It all began when Peter Kaluma made a comment about his background in International Law, which did not sit well with some of his fellow MPs.
As per the reports shared by CNN correspondent Larry Meadow, US President Donald Trump has signed a new travel ban that affects people from 12 countries. This decision was made after an attack during a Jewish protest in Colorado, where a man used a homemade flamethrower. Authorities say the suspect was living in the US
Despite Kenya’s sustained economic expansion, COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has issued a warning that five million Kenyans remain unemployed, indicating that the growth has not been able to sustain jobs. Atwoli highlighted that, although businesses thrive and infrastructure projects increase, five million Kenyans remain unemployed, with the majority of workers trapped in the informal
A high-profile murder case involving a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) official shocked many Kenyans after a dramatic court session on Wednesday. The suspect, Ebel Ochieng Kalo, who is a board member at the Lake Basin Development Authority and a well-known UDA figure, is at the center of the investigation into the killing of Kasipul MP
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) is facing serious questions after reports showed major financial mismanagement, making many Kenyans worried about the safety of their retirement savings. While workers continue to make their monthly contributions, the fund has been slow in sharing its financial updates. This led to the Office of the Ombudsman, through the
Caleb Amisi, the Saboti Member of Parliament, has spoken out against the Kenya Kwanza government, accusing it of using unnecessary drama during the arrests of high-profile individuals. On Tuesday, Amisi questioned why government officials choose to create public shows instead of following simple legal procedures. According to him, there is no need for all the
A new survey has revealed a worrying situation in Kenya’s supply chain sector. Almost half of the professionals working in this field are either incompetent, unqualified, or operating illegally. The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) found that about 40% of supply chain practitioners, especially those working in county governments, do not have the right
The Explainer: Inside Rigathi Gachagua’s plan to make Ruto a one term President
The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has started a countrywide mobilisation campaign after failing to launch the party as planned. The much-publicized event that was supposed to take place at Kasarani Sports Centre was cancelled, with the party claiming that the venue’s administration suddenly cancelled their booking. This