Indonesia’s Ambassador to Kenya Dr. Mohamad Hery Saripudin with Kenya’s envoy to Jakarta Galma Boru during the signing of the MoU between IUK and UIN in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Islamic University of Kenya (IUK) and Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah (UIN) Jakarta signed an agreement for student exchange and research. The agreement was signed on…
In a heartfelt message shared with friends and family, Principal Secretary (PS) for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has expressed her deep gratitude for the overwhelming support she received following the recent loss of her father. Taking to her official X account on Sunday, October 13, 2024, PS Muthoni took a moment to…
The Council of Governors has condemned the arrest of Tana River Governor Dhadho Godhana, asserting that the action undermines the Governor’s rights. The Council emphasizes that Governors are elected leaders and that such actions should follow legal and formal protocols. “The circumstances surrounding his arrest occurring at his residence and carried out by DCI Officers…
The pair proposed last year before tying the note on Saturday. Former Wimbledon champion Garbine Muguruza has tied the knot with a fan she met in Central Park while playing at the US Open. The Spanish-Venezuelan, announced her retirement in April, ending her career with two Grand Slam titles. She triumphed at the French Open in 2016,…
Good Morning my strong man from Tanzania October 13, 2024, I invite you to look at what is written in the front and back pages of Kenyan Newspapers. The post Big news in Kenyan newspapers today October 13, 2024 first appeared on Millard Ayo.
The Central Organization of Trade Unions has welcomed the recent signing of a gazette notice that will raise the minimum wage by 6%. The notice signed by Labor Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua at State House, Nairobi, will take effect on November 1, 2024, benefiting thousands of workers earning the minimum wage. Under the new…
In celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child marked on October 11, Polycom Girls, in partnership with Womankind Worldwide, have launched a comic book on menstrual health education. Siri Ya Mwezi comic book written by Abigail Arunga and illustrated by Nzilani Simu through the eyes of Hakima, a young girl, embarks on a…
A Kisii family is celebrating the return of their son, Cyrus Osando, who went missing in 2022, a few days before taking the Grade Eight examination (KCPE). Osando left home in search of job opportunities, initially heading to Maai Mahiu before moving to Naivasha where he worked as a chicken farmer His mother confirmed that…
Medical Services Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai is urging members of the public to update details of their dependants on the Social Health Authority (SHA) portal. He said this will ensure seamless service delivery at health facilities. The PS who led ministry officials and those from SHA in a meeting with the County Executive Committee Members Health Caucus assured the…
In a landmark moment for Kenyan politics, Raila Odinga, the long-serving leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), officially stepped down from his leadership role, handing over the reins to Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o in an acting capacity. The move, announced during ODM’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Mombasa on Saturday, October 12,…
A Kiambu man, known as Mr Mistariful from Kabete, has turned online scandals into blessings after being mocked for living in a tin house Mistariful shared a video on TikTok talking about how some women get married for money, which prompted a woman to insult him for his living conditions, calling him poor and unfit…
A Kisii family is celebrating the return of their son, Cyrus Osando, who went missing in 2022, a few days before taking the Grade Eight examination (KCPE). Osando left home in search of job opportunities, initially heading to Maai Mahiu before moving to Naivasha where he worked as a chicken farmer His mother confirmed that…
Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) cases in Kenya are on a steady decline. According to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) 2022, the prevalence of FGM went down from 21 per cent in 2014 to 15 per cent in 2022. Gender and Affirmative Action Principle Secretary (PS) Ann Wang’ombe noted that the fight against the…
Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi (left), Governor Anne Waiguru (centre) and Interior CS Kindiki (right). [File, Standard] As Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua prepares for a crucial impeachment trial in the Senate next week, speculation is growing over potential successors. A recent survey shows that 44 per cent of Kenyans believe the Senate will uphold Gachagua’s impeachment,…
A public spat between prominent political activist Morara Kebaso and fiery lawyer Miguna Miguna took a surprising turn this weekend after an apology was issued by Kebaso, following accusations of disrespect. On Friday, October 11, 2024, Miguna Miguna shared screenshots of a conversation with Morara on X (formerly Twitter), where Morara’s verified account appeared to…