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Emmanuel Chebukati, the son of the late former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairman Wafula Chebukati, shared the emotional last moments he spent with his father before his passing. During the funeral service at the Chebukati family home in Sabatia-Kiminini Constituency, Emmanuel spoke about his father’s character and the loving relationship they had. Emmanuel fondly remembered the final words his father spoke to him. He had just returned from a conference in Spain and brought a special gift for his father – an authentic Spanish hat worn during bullfighting competitions. As Emmanuel placed the hat on his father’s head,…

Recent changes have been made to the leadership of several boards in different government ministries. These shifts come under the authority of Cabinet Secretaries who have made key decisions regarding appointments and revocations. On March 7, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi issued an official notice announcing the revocation of Stephen Ogenga’s appointment as a member of the Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB). While the reason for Ogenga’s removal was not disclosed, it is known that he had served on the board for over three years. In a related development, the same Treasury CS, Mbadi, also reappointed Mercy Kiana…

Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairman Wafula Chebukati is being laid to rest today at his Sabata farm in Kiminini, Trans Nzoia County. The burial ceremony has drawn numerous dignitaries, including President William Ruto, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, and former President Uhuru Kenyatta, among other national leaders. In anticipation of the high-profile attendance, Trans Nzoia County Commissioner Gideon Oyagi emphasized that the event is strictly a burial ceremony, not a political rally. He urged mourners to refrain from wearing political party regalia and discouraged any form of cheering or jeering during the proceedings. The government has deployed…

African nations have been left in uncertainty after the United States announced its immediate withdrawal from the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD). The fund was created in November 2024 through a global agreement where developed nations pledged financial support to help developing countries recover from the devastating effects of climate change. In an official letter addressed to Jean Christophe Donnellier, the Developed Country Co-Chair of the FRLD, Rebecca Lawlor, Deputy Director at the US Office of Climate and Environment, confirmed that the US would no longer be part of the fund. She further stated that both the…

Sudan has taken legal action against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by filing a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing the UAE of complicity in genocide. The case stems from allegations that the UAE provided direct support to the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which is responsible for numerous crimes in Sudan. The RSF, which was previously known as the notorious Janjaweed militia, is accused of committing serious atrocities in various parts of Sudan, including West Darfur, South Kordofan, and Khartoum. The RSF’s alleged violations include genocide, murder, theft, rape, forced displacement, vandalism, and various other…

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi was notably absent when President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday, March 7. The MoU was aimed at fostering cooperation between Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. The signing ceremony took place at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, with key political figures from both Kenya Kwanza and ODM in attendance. While Mudavadi did not make it to the event, he was occupied with attending the burial of the late David Kirinyet, the father of Principal Secretary…

Omtatah Criticizes Ruto-Raila Deal, Calls for Full Constitution Implementation After President William Ruto expressed his commitment to fully implementing the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah swiftly criticized the move, arguing that Ruto should focus on properly enforcing the Constitution instead. Omtatah’s remarks come shortly after Ruto pledged to support the report’s full implementation, which was created to address tensions following the contested 2022 elections. The NADCO report emerged from a collaborative effort between Ruto and Raila Odinga, who formed a committee to ease political tensions between the opposition and the ruling Kenya Kwanza government. The committee,…

Francis Atwoli, the Secretary General of the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU), has voiced his support for the recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Atwoli believes the agreement is a positive step towards creating a more stable political environment, which will, in turn, benefit the country’s workers. In a statement released to the media, Atwoli highlighted that COTU views the MoU as a crucial move towards peace and economic growth. He noted that Kenya’s development has long been hampered by ongoing political disputes, which have had a negative impact…

Kenya’s political scene was shaken on Friday after President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga announced a political cooperation agreement between their respective parties, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). This partnership, signed at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), aims to address key national issues together. The agreement has sparked strong criticism from various political figures, especially from Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who condemned the deal as “the biggest betrayal of Kenyans.” Speaking at the People’s Dialogue Festival in Nairobi’s Uhuru Park, Musyoka expressed his frustration, asserting that the opposition coalition…

The Ministry of Education has introduced detailed guidelines to manage the transition of students from junior to senior secondary school under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). These new regulations are designed to help students choose subjects and career paths that align with their strengths and future ambitions, marking a significant shift in Kenya’s education system. Transition to Grade 10 The first group of students under CBC, currently in Grade 9, will advance to Grade 10 in January 2026. To ensure a smooth transition, these students will take the Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) between October 27 and November 5, 2025.…