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Topic: Fire

Bitok under fire as criticism mounts over his leadership and political activities

By Julius Chepkwony   2026-06-14 19:03:04

Tourism Principal Secretary Julius Bitok is finding himself in the middle of a storm as criticism over his leadership grows. 

New Makueni public buildings to shun firewood, charcoal

By David Njaaga   2026-06-14 16:58:21

Makueni County will bar biomass energy in new and renovated public institutions, under a policy directive from Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr.

Utumishi fire tragedy victims laid to rest

By Caroline Chebet   2026-06-14 15:11:07

Families buried victims of the Utumishi Girls fire tragedy as grief, tributes and renewed calls for school safety reforms marked emotional ceremonies.

Utumishi fire tragedy victims laid to rest

By Nikko Tanui   2026-06-14 15:11:07

Families buried victims of the Utumishi Girls fire tragedy as grief, tributes and renewed calls for school safety reforms marked emotional ceremonies.

Utumishi fire tragedy victims laid to rest

By George Sayagie   2026-06-14 15:11:07

Families buried victims of the Utumishi Girls fire tragedy as grief, tributes and renewed calls for school safety reforms marked emotional ceremonies.

Makuti thatched roofs in Kenya's coast under scrutiny amid fire losses and insurance challenges

By Philip Mwakio   2026-06-12 14:42:08

Makuti roofing remains common along Kenya’s coast for its cultural and eco appeal, but frequent fires, rising insurance costs and safety concerns are pushing calls for modernisation.