43 m. ago Alliance Girls Teacher Resigns After Sexual Misconduct Allegations

A veteran teacher at Alliance Girls High School, Peter Albert Ayiro, has resigned from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) following allegations of sexual misconduct that recently triggered public outrage and investigations. In his resignation letter dated August 17, Ayiro maintained his innocence, explaining that he chose to quit after what he described as “false accusations” and relentless public attacks destroyed his personal and professional life. “This decision has not come easily. It is a result of the false accusations levelled against me. I continue to endure evil, monstrous and persistent cyberbullying, threats of physical harm, public humiliation and even being The post Alliance Girls Teacher Resigns After Sexual Misconduct Allegations appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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15 h. ago Caf Head of Communication impressed with how Kenyans have embraced 2024 Chan

Caf Head of Communication impressed with how Kenyans have embraced 2024 Chan  Daily Nation

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17 h. ago Kenyan edtech Craydel enters Burundi and Tanzania in latest Africa expansion

Kenyan edtech Craydel enters Burundi and Tanzania in latest Africa expansion  TechCabal

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18 h. ago Liberty Kenya H1 Profit Falls 30% to KSh 428Mn as Claims Surge

Liberty Kenya H1 Profit Falls 30% to KSh 428Mn as Claims Surge  The Kenyan Wall Street

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19 h. ago Kenyan news outlet didn’t publish graphic claiming Meshack Ojwang was not the biological father of slain Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang

Kenyan news outlet didn’t publish graphic claiming Meshack Ojwang was not the biological father of slain Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang  Africa Check

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19 h. ago Tech support or surveillance? Safaricom’s entry into Judiciary digitization sparks trust deficit

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 – A new partnership between Safaricom PLC and the Judiciary has sparked unease among Kenyans, with critics warning that the collaboration could pave the way for state overreach and surveillance disguised as judicial modernization. Safaricom Chief Executive Officer Peter Ndegwa announced that the telco will support the Judiciary in integrating technology […] The post Tech support or surveillance? Safaricom’s entry into Judiciary digitization sparks trust deficit appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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20 h. ago Five witnesses lined up in assault case against comedian’s attacker

NAIROBI,Kenya,Aug 19-The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has lined up five witnesses in a case where comedian Carren Chepchumba, popularly known as Bella Comedy, was assaulted during the Kutit Cultural Festival at Carnivore Gardens, Nairobi, on August 9. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions(ODPP) disclosed that Bernard Kipkosgei Koyumi, alias Pavillion Motiryot, was […] The post Five witnesses lined up in assault case against comedian’s attacker appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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21 h. ago KNH gets new Acting CEO in wake of twin CEO row, patient murders

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18 — The Ministry of Health has appointed Dr. Richard Lesiyampe as the Acting CEO of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), in a leadership shake-up that comes against a backdrop of governance concerns and shocking patient murders at the country’s top referral facility. The change of guard comes a month following public outrage […] The post KNH gets new Acting CEO in wake of twin CEO row, patient murders appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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23 h. ago KeNHA hires Chinese contractor to redesign Kisumu’s killer roundabout

KeNHA has contracted China Railway Tenth Group (CREC No. 10), a subsidiary of China Railway Engineering Corporation, to redesign the junction after public uproar over recurring accidents at the roundabout.

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24 h. ago Ministry of Health Links Private Insurance to SHA in Healthcare Reform

The Ministry of Health has announced a new partnership with private insurance companies to complement services under the Social Health Authority (SHA) and expand healthcare access for Kenyans. In a Monday statement, the ministry confirmed that, starting yesterday, private insurers will enhance the government scheme by offering additional plans such as overseas medical care, elective procedures, and premium add-ons. The insurers will also co-finance treatment of chronic illnesses through SHA’s Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund (ECCIF). Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale reached the agreement after he met with Chief Executive Officers of medical insurance companies at Afya House, Nairobi, on The post Ministry of Health Links Private Insurance to SHA in Healthcare Reform appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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24 h. ago CS Ruku Vows More Surprise Inspections as New Public Service App Nears Launch

Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, announced that the government is finalizing a digital application to monitor the productivity of all public servants in Kenya. In an unscheduled early-morning visit at the Eastern Region headquarters in Embu Town, Ruku stated the application would be online by the end of October. He said the platform will track key indicators such as arrival and departure times, leave status, and real-time attendance. The project is designed to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency across all government offices. Ruku further stated that the project forms part of a The post CS Ruku Vows More Surprise Inspections as New Public Service App Nears Launch appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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25 h. ago Stranded abroad: Rude shock for Kenyan patients after SHA directive

Stranded abroad: Rude shock for Kenyan patients after SHA directive  Daily Nation

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35 h. ago Majority of Kenyans suffering from undetected diseases, experts warn

Majority of Kenyans suffering from undetected diseases, experts warn  standardmedia.co.ke

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36 h. ago CHAN 2024: Kenyans urge Harambee Stars players to invest millions wisely, avoid women

CHAN 2024: Kenyans urge Harambee Stars players to invest millions wisely, avoid women  MSN

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36 h. ago Why South Africa could deny work permits to Kenyan expats on Afrikaner ‘refugee’ assignment

Why South Africa could deny work permits to Kenyan expats on Afrikaner ‘refugee’ assignment  The EastAfrican

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37 h. ago Koome warns rising cyberbullying of judges eroding confidence in courts

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18 — Chief Justice Martha Koome has raised alarm over the rising wave of cyberbullying and orchestrated online campaigns targeting judges, warning that the trend threatens judicial independence and risks eroding public confidence in the justice system. Speaking at the opening of the 2025 Judges’ Colloquium in Nairobi, the CJ said social […] The post Koome warns rising cyberbullying of judges eroding confidence in courts appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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38 h. ago “The government is committed to ensuring all Kenyans benefit equally,” said the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi during a working tour in Bangali Sub

“The government is committed to ensuring all Kenyans benefit equally,” said the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi during a working tour in Bangali Sub-County, Tana River. He emphasized that all Kenyans, as taxpayers, are entitled to equitable  Facebook

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39 h. ago Moringa to Train 3,600 Kenyan Youth in AI with $2 Million Google Grant

Moringa to Train 3,600 Kenyan Youth in AI with $2 Million Google Grant  TechAfrica News

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39 h. ago Kenya’s Courts Won’t Rescue Spouses from Unfair Prenups, Legal Experts Warn

Kenya’s Courts Won’t Rescue Spouses from Unfair Prenups, Legal Experts Warn  The Kenyan Wall Street

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40 h. ago App to track public servants’ productivity to be launched in Oct

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 18 – The government is in the final stages of developing a digital application designed to monitor the productivity of all public servants in Kenya. According to Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, the app will be launched by the end of October. The new platform will track key metrics such as […] The post App to track public servants’ productivity to be launched in Oct appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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