Health Workers Begin Nationwide Strike, Demand Permanent Jobs for UHC Staff
Leaders of healthcare workers’ unions address the media in Nairobi to announce a nationwide strike, citing the failure by county governments to absorb Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff into permanent and pensionable employment despite the availability of funding. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — Healthcare workers across Kenya have officially begun a nationwide strike after…
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Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image
Isaac Mwaura Defends Kenya’s Tourism, Warns Against Remarks That Could Damage Country’s Image By ATN NAIROBI, Kenya — Government Spokesperson Hon. Isaac Mwaura has defended Kenya’s reputation as a safe and welcoming destination, cautioning leaders against making statements that could discourage tourists and investors from visiting the country. Speaking during the Government’s weekly press briefing…
Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services
Makueni Huduma Centre Extends Operating Hours to Improve Access to Government Services By Editorial Team. MAKUENI, Kenya — Residents of Makueni will now enjoy longer access to government services after Huduma Kenya announced that the Makueni Huduma Centre will operate from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., effective Monday, July 20, 2026. The move makes Makueni…
Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers
Safal Eye in the Wild Gala Honours Africa’s Top Conservation Photographers By Joy Neema. NAIROBI, Kenya, July 17, 2026 — The Safal MRM Foundation on Friday honoured Africa’s leading conservation photographers during the Safal Eye in the Wild 2026 Prize Gala held at the Trademark Hotel in Nairobi, celebrating powerful visual stories that promote wildlife…
UDA Accepts Ol Kalou Defeat, Says By-Election Signals Kenya’s Evolving Political Landscape
UDA Accepts Ol Kalou Defeat, Says By-Election Signals Kenya’s Evolving Political Landscape By Editorial Team NAIROBI, Kenya — The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has accepted defeat in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, saying the outcome reflects Kenya’s evolving political landscape while reaffirming its commitment to remain a national party that will field candidates across every…
PM Party Says Olkalau By-Election Marks Shift in Kenya’s Political Landscape
PM Party Says Olkalau By-Election Marks Shift in Kenya’s Political Landscape By Editorial Team NAIROBI, Kenya — The People’s Movement (PM Party) has described the Olkalau parliamentary by-election as a defining moment in Kenya’s evolving political landscape, arguing that the contest underscored the growing influence of young voters and emerging political movements ahead of the…
Faith to Action Network Celebrates 15 Years of Transforming Lives Across 39 Countries
Faith to Action Network Celebrates 15 Years of Transforming Lives Across 39 Countries iI’m Nairobi on July 16, 2026. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya, July 16, 2026 — Faith to Action Network on Thursday celebrated 15 years of advancing faith-led solutions to health, gender equality and social development, marking a journey that has reached more…
Habitat for Humanity Launches Global Housing Campaign in Kenya, Pushing for Homes That Transform Lives
Area Vice President for Africa Abi Riak Speaking during the launch “Let’s Open the Door” campaign in Nairobi. By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, July 16, 2026 — Habitat for Humanity has launched its global “Let’s Open the Door” campaign in Kenya, with Area Vice President for Africa Abi Riak calling for housing to be recognised not…
Kenya Takes Major Step in JKIA Modernisation as Government Signs Key Consultancy Contract
Kenya Takes Major Step in JKIA Modernisation as Government Signs Key Consultancy Contract By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, Kenya — The government’s plan to transform Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) into a world-class aviation hub gathered momentum after the Ministry of Roads and Transport signed a major engineering consultancy contract that paves the way for the…
Machakos Governor Calls for Expanded Housing Partnerships as Habitat for Humanity Launches Global ‘Let’s Open the Door’ Campaign II
Machakos Governor Calls for Expanded Housing Partnerships as Habitat for Humanity Launches Global ‘Let’s Open the Door’ Campaign By Peace Muthoka NAIROBI, July 16, 2026 — Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has challenged development partners, the private sector and government agencies to scale up investments in decent housing, saying access to safe homes is central to…