Okumu Modachi

Kalonzo rejects ODM picks for House leadership

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-02 11:05:00

Azimio co-principal Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected the list of ODM nominees for parliamentary leadership positions left vacant by leaders nominated to Cabinet.

UDA ousts Malala despite dawn court order stopping NEC

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-02 18:03:29

Malala was declared persona non grata and EALA MP Hassan Omar installed as the new UDA Secretary General during a NEC meeting convened by chairperson Cecily Mbarire. 

Businessman Manu Chandaria launches biography

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-08 16:43:56

Businessman Many Chandaria has launched his biography, detailing his successes in business and philanthropy.

Aviation workers threaten to down tools over JKIA leasing deal

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-10 20:25:00

Aviation workers have threatened to down tools in protests against the planned lease of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to a private operator. 

Report reveals rise in online child sexual abuse

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-16 19:16:18

Teenagers aged between 12 and 17 years are facing a shocking rise in online sexual exploitation and abuse, a new report now reveals.

Implement law to empower marginalised groups, State urged

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-18 09:13:33

For decades, the vulnerable communities argue, have had limited representation in high offices, thereby missing out on the decision making table.

Comedian Erick Omondi leads referendum push to reduce counties

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-20 15:30:40

The Sisi kwa Sisi movement now wants the number of counties reduced from 47 to eight with the abolishment of senatorial, Nominated MP and Woman Representative positions.

Eight officers interdicted over escape of 13 suspects from Gigiri police cells

By Okumu Modachi   2024-08-20 20:55:00

Gigiri Sub County police commander, Officer Commanding Station and six other officers were on Tuesday interdicted over the escape of 13 suspects from custody.

Chaos as police clash with traders at Marikiti

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-12 14:10:00

Police lob teargas to disperse traders at Marikiti Market in Nairobi protesting alleged relocation to Kangudo Road Market; traffic disrupted on Haile Sellasie avenue.

TSC issues new directives amid learners' safety concerns

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-13 13:37:42

TSC directs all school heads and deputies to be present within school premises always to ensure learners’ safety, and warns of stern action if found defying guidelines.

TSC puts headteachers on notice over safety guidelines in schools

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-14 11:10:00

TSC said it shall take firm disciplinary action against those flouting the guidelines with the Education Ministry announcing immediate inspection of all public and private boarding schools.

African economies look up to ASIAEXPO 2024 to boost agribusiness'

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-14 15:06:00

Kenya will be among countries seeking to benefit from new technologies in agriculture in Russia in an agribusiness exhibition event that will bring global economies together next month.

Rule of law is cornerstone of democracy, Ruto tells public servants

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-18 22:01:56

President Ruto directs government institutions to adhere to the rule of law, saying support by all arms of government will help the police to perform their functions diligently

Unequal terrain: Why boys feel more secure in school than girls

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-21 20:30:00

New report by Usawa Gender cites better safety standards in boys’ institutions. Boys’ schools adhere to safety guidelines at a rate of 67pc, while girls’ schools lag behind.

Nairobi to host forum on recognition of prior learning in October

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-22 12:39:52

Jua Kali artisans may have their experience recognised regionally as Nairobi gears to host experts from African countries to deliberate on expansion of Recognition of Prior Learning uptake

PS Omollo urges review of cybersecurity curriculum

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-24 16:12:08

The Ministry of Interior has called for a review of the curriculum on cybersecurity to put up with the fast-evolving advancements in technology. 

Atwoli urges civil servants to enroll for SHIF

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-26 16:32:11

Central Organisation of Trade Unions has urged civil servants to enroll for Social Health Insurance Fund saying it is more inclusive

How counties will help resolve insecurity in the country

By Okumu Modachi   2024-09-27 17:31:30

According to the Ministry of Interior, every county experiences its own peace and security challenges and now feels the new tact will be effective in the fight to end insecurity in the country.

Muslim leaders condemn abduction, sodomy of blogger

By Okumu Modachi   2024-10-01 17:36:30

National Muslim Leaders Forum has expressed concern over the “abhorrent and vile act of sodomy,” on Mombasa-based blogger saying it is a violation of human rights.

JSS teachers fault unions for ignoring their needs

By Okumu Modachi   2024-10-05 18:14:44

Junior Secondary School teachers have blasted the two major teachers' unions for what they said ignoring their welfare needs and are pushing to have an independent union.