Crowds of protesters erupted with cheers outside South Korea’s parliament early on Wednesday after the country’s president dramatically withdrew a martial law order that had sparked chaotic scenes in Seoul. In an unexpected late-night TV address President Yoon Suk Yeol had announced he was imposing military rule, saying it was needed to protect the country…
(Left) Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Labour and Social Protection Dr Alfred Mutua flanked by (right) Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli when they both retaliated the commitment for better working services for Kenyans working in the diaspora on August 20, 2024 at Upper Hill, Nairobi. [Kanyiri Wahito Standard] When the government announced plans to…
(Left) Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Labour and Social Protection Dr Alfred Mutua flanked by (right) Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli when they both retaliated the commitment for better working services for Kenyans working in the diaspora on August 20, 2024 at Upper Hill, Nairobi. [Kanyiri Wahito Standard] When the government announced plans to…
Prof. Olive Mugenda has resigned as the chairperson of the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) board. In a statement issued by the State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohammed, President William Ruto received and accepted the resignation that takes effect immediately. Other changes that have been effected at the referral facility include the disbandment…
Germany’ Vice Chancellor and Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Dr. Robert Habeck, has commended Kenya for its leadership and investments in renewable energy sources such as geothermal, solar, and wind. He stated that the efforts are crucial in addressing climate change and global warming, particularly as Africa and other developing nations are…
Nigeria’s anti-graft agency has said it has made its biggest ever seizure of assets, alleged to have been purchased with the proceeds of corruption. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced that it has taken possession of a large housing estate comprising of more than 750 properties in the capital, Abuja. The agency did…
President William Ruto at the groundbreaking ceremony for Devki Group of Companies’ Iron Processing Project in Taita Taveta County. [Source: WSR; X] President William Ruto has publicly reacted to widespread criticism on his government’s performance, terming it an ‘evil spirit’. This comes amidst criticisms by the members of the clergy, opposition politicians and a section…
President William Ruto has commended the Kenya Wildlife Service for embracing the digitisation of services and increasing its revenues substantially. The President said the institution is now able to cover up to 87 per cent of its budget. He noted that this has enhanced service delivery, including enabling KWS to acquire 98 vehicles that will…
The European Union (EU) will support local coffee farmers to comply with the deforestation regulations. The European Union’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) aims at preventing products sold in the EU from contributing to deforestation or forest degradation. The EUDR came into force on June 29, 2023, and applies to all companies in the country that place…
President William Ruto expressed frustration on Tuesday over the actions of individuals he claims are attempting to sabotage government projects. While presiding over the groundbreaking ceremony for the DEVKI Iron Processing Project in Manga, Taita Taveta County, the president stated that some unnamed individuals are on a mission to obstruct every development project initiated by…
President William Ruto on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, hit out at critics of the Adani airport deal, remarking that the vast majority of them have yet to step into an airport for whatever reason. In a charged statement in Manga, Taita Taveta County, Ruto criticized his administration’s detractors, indicating that they were quick to criticize…
President William Ruto on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, presided over the graduation of over 1,200 Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) rangers and assistant wardens in a ceremony done at the Kenya Law Enforcement Academy in Manyani, Taita Taveta County. In a statement, Ruto commended KWS for digitizing its revenue collection, noting that the service was able…
A coach has shared a harrowing account of chaos and tragedy during a football match that ended in disaster. On Sunday, a tragic stampede at a football stadium in N’Zerekore, Guinea, claimed the lives of 56 people and left countless others injured during the final match of a tournament hosted in honor of President Mamady…
Over 1,000 East African Community (EAC) representatives are set to participate in the East Africa Legislative Assembly (EALA) Games 2024, scheduled for December 7th to 18th in Mombasa County. Addressing journalists at the Kenya School of Government (KSG), during the 3rd joint planning committee meeting for the 14th Inter-parliamentary games, Tana River County senator Danson…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will take part in a live televised debate against his opponents for the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) next week in Ethiopia. During the live TV appearance, the Kenyan candidate will face off against Mohamed Youssouf (Djibouti) and Richard Randrianmandrato (Madagascar). It remains unclear whether the…