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Counties Likely to Experience Floods & Government’s Preparedness Plans Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a warning that three counties in Kenya are expected to experience floods during the upcoming rainy season. Speaking to the Senate on Wednesday, March 5, the CS revealed that Kisumu, Busia, and Tana River counties are most likely to face flooding during the short rains period from March to May. Murkomen explained that the Kenya Meteorological Department had released a forecast indicating near to above-normal rainfall in the western part of the country, while the rest of the nation is expected to receive below-normal…

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) reported on Wednesday that during protests in Majengo, two people lost their lives and eight others were injured by gunshots fired by the police. The unrest followed the tragic death of Ibrahim Ramadhan, a young man allegedly shot by police officers in Kamkunji on March 4. In a statement issued by KHRC in collaboration with the Kamkunji Human Rights Defenders Justice Center, it was revealed that six of the injured individuals are currently receiving medical care at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital. Meanwhile, one of the deceased, Dennis Muthui, was taken to Nairobi Funeral Home,…

On Wednesday, March 5, several county employees took to the streets of Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) to protest the delayed payment of their wages. The workers, who are part of the Dishi na County program launched by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, were seen marching through the streets wearing their official uniforms. They expressed their dissatisfaction with the Nairobi County Government over the non-payment of their salaries, with one worker claiming that their pay had been delayed for over a month. In videos shared with newshub.co.ke, a large group of Dishi na County workers was seen holding placards and chanting…

ODM MP Urges Uhuru Kenyatta to Support President Ruto for the Nation’s Good Esther Passaris, the Nairobi Woman Representative, has called on former President Uhuru Kenyatta to step up and support President William Ruto in leading the country towards progress. Speaking in Machakos on Wednesday, March 5, Passaris emphasized that since Uhuru is the only living former President of Kenya, it is crucial for him to play an active role in assisting Ruto with the governance of the nation. Passaris pointed out that Uhuru’s experience and status as the only surviving former President should make him take the initiative in…

Days after the Auditor General raised concerns about the deteriorating state of Nyayo House, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has been compelled to take immediate action. He has now assured the public that the government will begin renovations on the iconic building. Speaking before the Senate on Wednesday, March 5, Murkomen confirmed that plans are in motion to revamp Nyayo House. He outlined that the renovations will include repainting the structure, repairing mechanical systems such as the elevators, and refurbishing washrooms and offices, particularly on the 3rd, 4th, and 8th floors. “Nyayo House was commissioned approximately 46 years ago and…

The High Court has granted Chief Justice Martha Koome and her fellow Supreme Court judges temporary relief by extending orders that prevent the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) from proceeding with petitions seeking their removal. The orders, issued on Wednesday, March 5, will remain in effect until March 28. This new extension gives CJ Koome and her colleagues more time, as the previous court orders had scheduled the hearing for March 12. The ruling, delivered by Justice Lawrence Mugambi, follows an earlier decision on February 21, when the court barred the JSC from acting on the petitions filed against the embattled…

A recent report has shown that although more Kenyan women are stepping into entrepreneurship and running businesses, many of these businesses struggle to survive and expand. According to a report by Mastercard, 93 percent of Kenyan women—equivalent to nine out of every ten—either own or consider starting a business. This is significantly higher than the regional average of 51 percent in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EEMEA), where fewer women identify as entrepreneurs. Despite this strong entrepreneurial spirit, Kenyan women-owned businesses face more difficulties staying afloat compared to those in other countries. The report highlights several key challenges…

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has assured Kenyans that despite an executive order halting foreign aid, the administration of United States President Donald Trump will continue funding some essential programmes in the country. Speaking before the Senate plenary on Wednesday afternoon, Mbadi disclosed that he had engaged in discussions with a top US official on Monday regarding the impact of Trump’s executive order on Kenya. According to the CS, the US had been supporting over 100 programmes in Kenya through development partners, but this number had now been significantly reduced to just 15. “Mr. Speaker, two days ago, I had…

It is possible to update the list of dependents, including spouses and children, under your Social Health Authority (SHA) cover. SHA officials have confirmed that contributors can make changes if necessary. Changing Dependents on Your SHA Cover Since SHA is still a relatively new system in Kenya, many citizens have questions about how it operates. One common concern is whether it is possible to remove or add dependents, especially in cases involving spouses. During a live discussion on X (formerly Twitter) held on Wednesday, SHA officials clarified that members can indeed update their dependents. If a contributor’s relationship status changes…