Author: Judith Mwaura

On January 31, 2025, the Ministry of Health in Kenya issued an urgent health advisory following the announcement of an Ebola outbreak in Uganda. The outbreak, which has already claimed one life, was confirmed by Uganda’s Ministry of Health on January 30, 2025, and involves the Sudan strain of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the capital, Kampala. In light of this, the Ministry of Health in Kenya, led by CS Deborah Barasa, has advised the public to avoid any contact with wild animals, both living and dead, including their meat, waste, and fluids. This includes taking extra precautions against…

The High Court has ruled that Zabron Mokua’s nomination to become a judge at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ) is unconstitutional, handing a fresh setback to both the former Member of County Assembly (MCA) and the government. This decision, made on Friday, January 31, by Justice Chacha Mwita, stated that the East African Community (EAC) Cabinet Secretary can only make such appointments after consulting with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). Mokua was nominated by the former EAC Cabinet Secretary, Peninah Malonza, in April 2024, following the retirement of Justice Charles Nyachae. Nyachae, who had been a former chairperson…

The Kenyan government has announced that starting later this year, all customs officers will be required to wear body-worn cameras as part of major changes aimed at improving airport operations. On Friday, January 30, Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir unveiled a series of reforms. These include mandating that all Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) staff must be equipped with body cameras from July 1. The move is intended to promote transparency and ensure more efficient operations at the airport. In addition, Chirchir issued a directive requiring that staff from various agencies—including the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA), KRA, Immigration, Port Health, Kenya…

Government Warns of Possible Shutdowns for Underperforming State Agencies The government has issued a stern warning that it will shut down all state agencies that fail to perform, putting thousands of jobs at risk. This follows a Cabinet decision to either dissolve or merge certain parastatals in an effort to streamline operations and improve efficiency. At least 5,000 civil servants are expected to be affected by this move. Speaking at the Kenya Pipeline Corporation (KPC) headquarters on Friday, Eliud Owalo, the Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of performance and delivery management at the Executive Office of the President, made…

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) has confirmed that its official X account (formerly Twitter) was hacked, leaving it inaccessible for over 17 hours. The breach occurred late on Friday, January 31, affecting KBC’s account, which has more than 800,000 followers. The hackers altered the handle from its original ‘KBCChannel1’ to ‘DeepSeek AI,’ causing confusion among Kenyans online. Many social media users quickly noticed the unusual changes and took to various platforms to raise concerns about the situation. In response, KBC issued an official statement through its sister station, KBC Radio Taifa, assuring the public that they were aware of the…

Gov’t Gives Parents 27 Days to Register Their Children for Social Health Authority (SHA) The government has given parents and guardians 27 days to ensure that all school-going children are registered under the Social Health Authority (SHA). The Ministry of Education has directed schools to immediately notify parents about the registration process and provide necessary support to help them complete it before the set deadline. In an official circular, Basic Education Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang confirmed that the exercise would continue despite potential disruptions to learning in schools. The Ministry has emphasized the importance of compliance, urging parents and guardians…

President William Ruto has officially revoked the appointments of two government officials, according to a gazette notice. One of the officials affected is Joe Owaka Ager, who has been removed from his position as Chairperson of the Board of Directors at the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya. The notice states that the decision was made under Section 6(1)(a) of the State Corporations Act, alongside Section 51(1) of the Interpretations and General Provisions Act. The revocation takes effect from January 31, 2025. Before his appointment to the Pyrethrum Processing Company, Owaka served as the Chairperson of the Placement Board at the…

Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta has garnered praise in the United States for his candid remarks urging African leaders to reduce their dependence on foreign aid. Speaking at the East Africa Region Global Health Security Summit in Mombasa, Kenyatta addressed concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent decision to halt federal aid worldwide. He questioned why African leaders were lamenting the withdrawal, emphasizing that the U.S. government is not obligated to provide for African nations. Kenyatta stated, “I saw some people the other day crying that Trump has removed funding. It is not your government, nor your country, why are…

Diaspora-based Kenyan activists file a criminal case against President William Ruto at the International Criminal Court (ICC). In a recent development, Kenyan activists residing abroad have filed a criminal case against President William Ruto at the International Criminal Court (ICC). This move underscores ongoing concerns within the Kenyan diaspora regarding alleged actions by the current administration. The specifics of the charges have not been detailed in the available sources. This is not the first time President Ruto has faced legal challenges at the ICC. Following the 2007-2008 post-election violence in Kenya, he was charged with crimes against humanity, including murder,…

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki recently made a notable visit to Embu County, where he participated in the Boda Boda Summit organized by Governor Cecily Mbarire. The event aimed to address challenges faced by motorcycle taxi operators and promote safer road practices. In a show of solidarity, DP Kindiki rode into the event on a boda boda, symbolizing his support for the riders. During the summit, DP Kindiki announced a significant boost for the boda boda sector in Embu County. He pledged Ksh 6.5 million to support the riders, emphasizing the government’s commitment to improving their livelihoods and ensuring safer operations…