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Agriculture, environment and workers’ rights took centre stage in the Kenya-US trade talks , with the former seen to push for a deal before November. This comes amid concerns that this year’s US Presidential elections could further derail the process, with a possibility of pushing talks into 2025 when the African Growth and Opportunity Act…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed to know the people who issue fake academic certificates at River Road and some of the senior government officials who have benefitted from the illegal trade. Gachagua, who spoke on Wednesday during the third National Wage Bill Conference at the Bomas of Kenya, divulged that some cartels in the…
Gor Mahia will face AFC Leopards at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday hoping to record another victory over their age old rivals. Gor Mahia head coach Jonathan McKinstry is calling on the club’s supporters to turn out in force and outnumber AFC Leopards fans at Nyayo Stadium for their upcoming clash on Sunday. The defending champions…
Per TechCabal, a detective with the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) who requested anonymity due to the gravity of the situation, revealed that the DCI has received a request to extradite Nadeem Anjarwalla from Nigeria but has yet to act. “You cannot just walk in and arrest him based on the request. It’s a process….
The opposition in Togo has denounced a proposed new constitution as a power grab, intended to extend the reign of President Faure Gnassingbé. The reforms would see the West African country move from a presidential to a parliamentary system. But the opposition says they are a ruse to keep Mr Gnassingbé – already in his…
The government is mulling changes to the rate of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the next financial year’s revenue-raising plan. National Assembly Finance Committee chairman Kuria Kimani said Tuesday that there was an ongoing conversation about reducing the rate or keeping it at the current level. There is also pressure from the East African Community…
The disquiet in President William Ruto’s UDA party over the procurement of fake fertiliser spells doom for embattled Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi. The development comes after some lawmakers intensified calls for the removal of the CS, following the revelations of fake fertiliser scam. “Either way, he must go!” Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba told the…
The international community has mobilised US$2 billion (Sh263bn) to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan. Civil war has killed thousands and displaced millions of people in the country. The pledges, including one million dollars from President William Ruto on behalf of Kenya, were made during the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and the Neighbouring Countries. Prime…
As Chris exits, Milele FM welcomes Aisha Wanjiku, a seasoned broadcaster with extensive experience in radio and television, to its team. After five eventful years at Milele FM, popular radio presenter Chris the Bass has announced his departure from the station. Known for his charismatic hosting on the afternoon show alongside comedian MCA Tricky, Chris…
At least eight suspects were at the weekend arrested in a sting operation that saw more than two tonnes of sandalwood recovered in Sagana, Kirinyaga County. The eight were arrested in an operation mounted by police and Kenya Wildlife Service officials who were acting on a tip off. The suspects include a known dealer in…
