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The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has officially renewed its contract with Minet Kenya Insurance Brokers Limited, ensuring continued medical insurance coverage for TSC-employed educators and their families. This two-year extension follows discussions with key stakeholders in the education sector and guarantees that teachers can keep accessing essential healthcare benefits without missing a beat. Minet has…

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi rejected Nyandarua senator John Methu's request for a special Senate hearing on the abduction, citing a violation of procedures Methu raised concerns about increasing kidnappings of government critics, accusing the National Police Service and the Directorate of Criminal Investigation of denials. The senator described the increase in kidnappings as a serious…

Hillside Endarasha School in Nyeri has reopened after the fire tragedy that killed 21 boys, but now it will be a day school The school has undergone major changes, including the closing of old dormitories and repainting as part of its restoration Parents are optimistic about the future of the school and are confident in…

Kenya’s economy grew by 4% in the third quarter of 2024, a decline from the 6% growth recorded in Q3 2023, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). The latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report revealed that contractions in key sectors contributed to the slowdown. Mining and quarrying experienced a sharp decline of…

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has called for the full separation of the National Treasury from the Ministry of Finance. Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, January 7, Omtatah argued that this move would help prevent the misappropriation of public funds. He explained that the misuse of Treasury funds by the Office of the President is…

Billy Mwangi was kidnapped by unknown people on Saturday, December 21, and released 15 days later In his first interview, the young social media influencer revealed that he was psychologically tortured However, Billy, who disappeared after posting a controversial photo of President William Ruto, said he has forgiven his kidnappers Embu – Social media influencer…

But the Pacific Coast Highway, the main route in – or out – quickly became gridlocked, leading many motorists to ditch their vehicles near Sunset Boulevard as the flames drew near. One resident, Marsha Horowitz, said firefighters told people to get out of their cars as the blaze, fanned by gusts sometimes topping 100mph (160km/h)…

The government has initiated plans to track down defaulters of the Hustler Fund to recover unpaid loans. A National Treasury report reveals that 94% of the 22 million borrowers defaulted on their repayments, leading to a steep decline in disbursements. In 2024, government lending through the Hustler Fund plummeted by 93.3%, dropping to Ksh800 million….

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) and Kenya Railways Corporation have announced multiple job vacancies in various departments, offering exciting career opportunities for qualified professionals. On January 7, KNEC disclosed its plan to hire six Examinations Officers under KNEC Grade 7. The council highlighted that successful candidates will receive a competitive salary package corresponding to…

Starting February 14, 2025, all importers must secure a digital marine cargo insurance cover from locally licensed insurance companies, as mandated by a new directive from the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). This move aims to ensure importers protect their cargo against transportation risks. The process begins with importers obtaining…

The Ministry of Health has confirmed that it is closely monitoring reports of a potential outbreak of a flu-like illness caused by the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV). In a statement released on Tuesday, January 7, the Ministry acknowledged that some patients in hospitals have shown symptoms of the virus. However, it reassured the public that the…

Content creator and radio presenter Kendrick Mulamwah has opened up about the joy and fulfilment his family brings to his life. In a post shared on his Instagram, the comedian gushed over his lover Ruth K and their son Oyando Junior, expressing gratitude and pride for the family he has built. Sharing adorable photos of…

A woman fatally stabbed a man who allegedly broke into her house in Kerwa Town, Kiambu County, on January 5. The woman told police that the man forcibly entered her home, prompting a confrontation in which she used a kitchen knife to defend herself. Police discovered the man’s body inside the woman’s house, with stab…

A 38-year-old recently hired Junior Secondary School teacher was found dead in the toilet of his home in Bomet The man had left their home at dawn and visited the toilet but did not return, which led to a search for his wife The investigation continues as the police work to determine the reasons that…

Police have arrested a Ugandan national implicated in a robbery with violence incident on November 1, 2024, in Eastleigh, Nairobi. The lady who had been working alongside another nanny at an apartment in Eastleigh is reported to have opened the door to an assailant who went ahead to injure the other nanny and make away…