Betty Njeru

Justice Commission issues seven-day demand over ID cards delay

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-01 17:05:53

The Commission on Administrative Justice on Thursday wrote to the Bureau’s director demanding an explanation, following numerous complaints over extended delays in processing and issuing IDs.

UDA wrangles: Cleophas Malala ousted as Secretary General

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-02 20:50:00

UDA National Executive Council revokes the appointment of Cleophas Malala as Secretary-General, Hassan Omar to act in the interim.

'Your days are numbered,' Duale warns forest encroachers

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-02 20:50:00

Aden Duale’s net worth has risen to Sh980m from Sh851m since 2022; wealth comprises land and houses in Nairobi and Garissa counties, cattle ranch, camels, and rental properties.

John Mbadi: Why reforming KRA will be my first priority

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-03 20:55:00

Treasury CS nominee John Mbadi to target KRA on tax mobilisation, says systemic issues including its leadership need reforms; urges calm after Finance Bill 2024 withdrawn.

I'm not a desk minister, says Trade nominee Mvurya

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-03 20:55:00

Trade CS nominee Salim Mvurya denies being a ‘desk minister’ in the previous docket, claims he visited several parts of Kenya; he has been labeled as ‘reserved’ by the public.

How Rebecca Miano plans to use social media to transform Kenya's tourism

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-03 20:55:00

There’s no empirical data showing tourists have shifted to sites beyond Kenya, Tourism CS nominee Rebecca Miano claims; says Maasai Mara Game Reserve is at 90 percent capacity.

Hassan Joho's academic credentials under scrutiny during vetting

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-04 20:55:00

Mining CS nominee Hassan Joho defends his academic credentials, says he has 2 degrees from Kampala and Gretsa universities, and currently pursuing a master’s program.

Rogue recruitment agencies, past scandals haunt Mutua in Cabinet vetting

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-04 20:55:00

Alfred Mutua denies ever meeting Judy Jepchirchir, director of controversial First Choice recruitment agency linked to alleged jobs scam; pledges compliance in labor agreements, if approved.

Oparanya: No one has asked me for a statement on graft case

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-04 20:55:00

Cooperatives CS nominee Wycliffe Oparanya claims neither EACC nor ODPP has contacted him to record a statement over alleged fraud during tenure as Kakamega governor.

Batswanas get day-off to celebrate country's first gold medal

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-09 15:00:00

Botswana President Eric Masisi gives citizens an afternoon day off after Letsile Tebogo won the country’s first gold medal in the men’s 200m at the Paris Olympics.

Botswana get half-day off to celebrate Tebogo's gold

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-09 14:05:10

Botswana President Eric Keabetswe Masisi declared Friday, August 9 a half-working day, to celebrate the country’s first gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Kenya's Mpox cases rise to four

By Betty Njeru   2024-08-31 20:30:00

Health ministry confirms another case of Mpox raising total to 4; two samples pending confirmation, PS Mary Muthoni says.

Kenya experiences another power outage in a week

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-06 16:00:00

Kenya Power confirms a power outage affecting several parts of the country except North Rift and Western regions, says restoration underway; it's the second blackout in two weeks.

156 boys housed in Endarasha Academy dorm gutted by fire

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-06 19:30:00

156 boys were housed in the Hillside Endarasha Academy dorm that was gutted by fire; Education PS Belio Kipsang says the Ministry is investigating the cause of the fire.

In Pictures: Inside the Endarasha Academy fire that killed 17 students

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-06 19:30:00

National leaders, including President William Ruto, DP Gachagua, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and opposition leader Raila Odinga, have sent their condolences to the families of the victims.

DPP orders Police IG to investigate fire that killed 17 pupils

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-07 14:21:07

DPP Renson Ingonga directs Acting Police IG Masengeli to probe the circumstances surrounding Endarasha Academy fire, submit file to ODPP.

Kwale to host 2024 Mashujaa Day fete

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-13 15:47:23

Kwale County to host this year’s Mashujaa Day fete under the Affordable housing theme, Interior PS Omollo says; the stadium sits over 10,000 people.

Traffic near Syokimau Railway Station to be disrupted for one month

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-14 10:29:48

Traffic to be disrupted on Mombasa Road near Syokimau Railway station for one month, from Friday, Sept 20 to Tuesday, Oct 22 to allow for road realignment and construction of a footbridge.

US, UK embassies issue Kenya security alerts

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-14 18:00:00

The UK embassy in Kenya has also issued a travel advisory to Kenya, recommending only essential travel.

Church denies rumours of Cardinal John Njue's death

By Betty Njeru   2024-09-27 19:00:00

His Eminence John Cardinal Njue is alive and well, Nairobi Auxiliary Bishop Rev. Wallace Ng’ang’a says following rumours of his death.