Jacinta Mutura

Kenya signs deal for nursing, midwifery jobs in Saudi Arabia

By Jacinta Mutura   2023-07-12 19:25:34

The bilateral labour agreement signals departure from mistreatment and exploitation of Kenya migrant workers in the gulf.

Kenya signs deal for nursing jobs in Saudi Arabia

By Jacinta Mutura   2023-07-13 16:09:38

The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection announced job vacancies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for nurses and midwives, inviting Kenyans to apply for these positions.

Njenga's 'Healing the Mind' book reveals pain of mental illness

By Jacinta Mutura   2023-10-10 20:18:37

In a chapter on office politics and its relation to mental health, individuals raise questions on discrimination, criticism, absenteeism, office relationships, and gender biases.

Nine CSs, 11 governors feted with State honours

By Jacinta Mutura   2023-12-12 20:19:13

Nine Cabinet Secretaries and 11 governors are among more than 900 individuals who were awarded State commendations by President William Ruto during the 60th Jamhuri Day celebrations.

Special unit to be set up to probe road accidents

By Jacinta Mutura   2023-12-19 07:23:53

Murkomen expresses optimism the unit will give actual and independent outcomes. CS announces plans to retrain and retest drivers as well as revamping curriculum in driving schools.

Sorry state of major airports exposed

By Jacinta Mutura   2023-12-22 20:29:56

A new report has exposed the sorry state of Kenya’s three major airports, ranging from defective and inadequate infrastructure and electro-mechanical facilities.

'How I won Sh3 million for making plastic from water weed'

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-01-02 09:53:08

Nguthiru’s startup project of converting water hyacinth into biodegradable plastics saw him recognised and awarded USD20,000 (Sh3 million) at COP28 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

School feeding programme targets four million learners

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-01-02 14:12:51

PS Belio Kipsang said the programme targets four million learners and additional funding of Sh7.7 billion will be required to successfully implement the same.

Questions as 2,000 now set to join Form One without sitting KCPE

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-01-09 20:31:25

Education stakeholders, however, oppose the move, term it a serious breach of policy. CS defends the decision saying the learners will sit a qualifying exam at Form Three.

Youth embrace theatre and dance to advocate social, political justice

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-01-12 13:57:09

The group uses music, plays, poems, spoken word and dance to champion against injustices such as police brutality, extra-judicial killings and forced disappearance.

Waeni's murder: Danger signs to watch to avoid online predators

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-01-25 18:03:53

Police sources have traced an online conversation between the victim and a stranger as digital experts give clues on how young people can be lured to danger.

Cabinet approves new Bill to enhance human rights

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-02-04 18:53:13

The Bill which was approved by the Cabinet seeks to enhance and to implement the right to social protection for citizens through the Social Protection Department.

State disburses Sh2.1 billion for Inua Jamii beneficiaries

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-02-07 16:00:22

200,000 beneficiaries of the Inua Jamii programme will start receiving their monthly stipend after the government releases Sh2.1 billion for January disbursements.

State disburses Sh2. 1 billion for Inua Jamii beneficiaries

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-02-08 16:00:19

The individuals are part of the 1,233,149 beneficiaries under the Inua Jamii Programme.

Mystery of child taken from home but DCI waiting 'for statement'

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-02-26 18:11:47

What started as a naive boy talk has turned into a full-blown investigation spiced with allegations of trafficking spreading between counties, countries and continents.

Activists raise alarm as women attacked on witchcraft claims

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-02-26 11:36:38

Aleya, a resident of Rongumo clan in Kargi was beaten to death on February 18, 2024, by a group of morans on instructions of elders from the Rendille community.

LSK to sue KRA for illegal collection of housing levy

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-03-05 14:30:20

“There is no legal basis to deduct the housing levy and this action amounts to contempt of court and arbitrary imposition of tax," said outgoing LSK president Eric Theuri.

Paralysed woman charts her way out of pain through craft, music

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-03-13 15:53:25

Muthoni’s spinal cord was severely injured in a car accident, leaving her with three-quarter paralysis. She is now the leader of a self-help group.

Government to enroll all elders in cash transfer plan

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-03-14 09:10:19

Social Protection and Senior Citizens Affairs Principal Secretary Joseph Motari said all eligible older persons will be onboarded into the programme.

Colleagues eulogise Rita Tinina as humble, dedicated journalist

By Jacinta Mutura   2024-03-20 11:42:00

Rita Tinina was a magnet that attracted colleagues. And for this reason, she had a pet name for her colleagues.