68 h. ago Emulate Unity of Holy Trinity: Catholic Bishop in Kenya to Families, Calls for Harmony in Church, Nation

Emulate Unity of Holy Trinity: Catholic Bishop in Kenya to Families, Calls for Harmony in Church, Nation  aciafrica.org

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3 d. ago ‘Running a Country Is Serious Business’ – Matiang’i Slams Poor Governance

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has issued a stern reminder that governing a country is a serious responsibility that demands competence, clear policy direction, and a commitment to public service. Speaking with Kenyans in Texas, Matiang’i voiced concern over what he termed a growing wave of policy confusion and service disruption, particularly in the education sector. He blamed the current situation on poor planning and an apparent lack of focused leadership. “Running a country is not child’s play,” he said. “This is serious business. The learning curve in leadership is long, and the decisions made affect millions of people.” The post ‘Running a Country Is Serious Business’ – Matiang’i Slams Poor Governance appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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7 d. ago Kenya: Education Sector Wins Big in 2025/26 Budget As Agriculture Takes a Hit

Kenya: Education Sector Wins Big in 2025/26 Budget As Agriculture Takes a Hit  allAfrica.com

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8 d. ago Education Gets Lion’s Share in 2024/25 Budget as Agriculture Faces Major Cuts

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – The education sector has emerged as the biggest winner in the 2024/2025 national budget, with a proposed allocation of Sh702.7 billion, while the agriculture sector suffered a significant budget cut. Presenting the budget estimates in the National Assembly, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi described education as a critical sector deserving greater […] The post Education Gets Lion’s Share in 2024/25 Budget as Agriculture Faces Major Cuts appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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8 d. ago Education Gets Lion’s Share in 2025/26 Budget as Agriculture Faces Major Cuts

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 12 – The education sector has emerged as the biggest winner in the 2025/2026 national budget, with a proposed allocation of Sh702.7 billion, while the agriculture sector suffered a significant budget cut. Presenting the budget estimates in the National Assembly, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi described education as a critical sector deserving greater […]

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3 w. ago World Bank Pushes Kenya to Freeze Hiring for Two Years to Cut Wage Bill

The World Bank has urged the Kenyan government to impose a two-year hiring freeze in the public sector to rein in the unsustainable wage bill that continues to strain national finances. In its Public Finance Review report released on Tuesday, May 27, the global lender warned that unchecked public payroll growth could derail key development goals. It emphasized that a temporary hiring suspension would provide room to audit current salary structures and optimize the allocation of existing personnel. “Adopting a temporary hiring freeze can make space for the government to review the compensation structures and assess the efficient allocation of existing civil servants,” the report stated. Education Sector Exempted Amid The post World Bank Pushes Kenya to Freeze Hiring for Two Years to Cut Wage Bill appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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3 w. ago Kenya to harmonize education sector data through Maisha Namba ID integration

Kenya to harmonize education sector data through Maisha Namba ID integration  Biometric Update

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3 w. ago Kindiki Blasts Gachagua Over Mt Kenya Artists’ Boycott: “Go Give Lectures in your House”

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ignited a fresh political storm after calling out Mt Kenya musicians who recently visited Deputy President Kithure Kindiki at his Karen residence, accusing them of betraying their community for political mileage. Speaking at AIPCA Kihoya Church in Murang’a County on Sunday, May 25, Gachagua labeled the artists “traitors” for allegedly being used to whitewash the government’s poor performance in front of Mt Kenya voters. “Our artists and musicians have become traitors to the community,” Gachagua said. “They were told to come and lie to you that SHA is working, roads are being built, and the education sector is doing well.” He added that he met The post Kindiki Blasts Gachagua Over Mt Kenya Artists’ Boycott: “Go Give Lectures in your House” appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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