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Topic: Fare

Tragedy of schoolboy without fare exposes cracks in Kenya's social safety net

By Jayne Rose Gacheri   2026-06-14 04:15:03

Experts say the reported death of a student who allegedly lacked bus fare highlights a growing erosion of collective responsibility, calling for greater protection and support for children.

Sombre farewell for 15 girls who perished in dormitory blaze

By Caroline Chebet   2026-06-13 07:10:24

A memorial for Utumishi Girls fire victims renewed calls for safer schools, accountability, and urgent reforms to prevent future tragedies.

Budget 2026-27: How Sports and Tourism fared

By Ronald Kipruto   2026-06-11 21:04:51

Treasury proposes Sh45.6 billion for sports, culture and tourism sector; Sh25.2b allocated to sports and Sh14.3b to the tourism fund, to promote Kenya and stimulate jobs.

Student pushed out of moving matatu over fare dispute dies at KNH

By Jael Wakesho   2026-06-06 14:12:54

A passenger allegedly pushed from a moving matatu over a fare dispute has died after succumbing to injuries at KNH. The incident has sparked outrage over PSV safety and enforcement gaps.

Wajir residents decry neglect despite Madaraka Day fanfare

By Ibrahim Adan Ali   2026-06-04 22:12:14

A section of Wajir South residents feel sidelined even after the fanfare stories surrounding the newly built Wajir Stadium that hosted this year’s historic Madaraka Day celebrations.

MPs slash State House budget, pump billions into welfare

By Brian Ngugi   2026-06-04 17:50:41

MPs have revised the Ruto government’s Sh4.82 trillion budget, reallocating funds away from the presidency to insulate vulnerable sectors and fund grassroots programmes.