7 h. ago Mount Kenya University Kigali Transforms into Independent Institution with Prof. Kabaji as Chancellor

NAIROBI, Kenya June 16 – Mount Kigali University has officially transitioned into an independent institution with the appointment of Prof. Egara Kabaji as its founding Chancellor. Mount Kigali University is the successor of Mount Kenya University–Kigali Campus, which has been operating in Rwanda. The announcement was made by Prof. Simon Gicharu, the Chairman of the […] The post Mount Kenya University Kigali Transforms into Independent Institution with Prof. Kabaji as Chancellor appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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23 h. ago Why PM Modi’s G7 Visit Underscores India’s Growing Global Standing

June 15 – When Prime Minister Narendra Modi joins the G7 summit in Canada this June, it will not simply be as a guest, but as a central figure in shaping global discussions. His attendance reflects India’s transformation from a peripheral player to a core strategic partner on the world stage. Since 2019, India has […] The post Why PM Modi’s G7 Visit Underscores India’s Growing Global Standing appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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28 h. ago PS Omollo urges politicians not to use Albert Ojwang’s death for personal gains

KISUMU, Kenya, Jun 15 – Politicians in the country have been warned against using the untimely death of blogger Albert Ojwang in a police cell to advance their political interests. Principal Secretary Ministry of Interior and National Coordination Raymond Omollo says it is unfortunate that politicians have turned the death into a political duel. Omollo […] The post PS Omollo urges politicians not to use Albert Ojwang’s death for personal gains appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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46 h. ago India’s civil aviation ministry forms another panel to probe plane crash, asked to submit report in 3 months

NEW DELHI, June 14 (Xinhua) — India’s federal civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu Saturday said keeping in view the utmost seriousness of the incident, another high-level committee has been formed to probe the deadly plane crash in the western state of Gujarat. The committee, according to Kinjarapu, will be headed by the home […] The post India’s civil aviation ministry forms another panel to probe plane crash, asked to submit report in 3 months appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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53 h. ago KMPDC intensifies health facility inspections to safeguard patient safety

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 14 – The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) in collaboration with other health regulatory bodies and county governments has intensified its nationwide inspection of health facilities in a bold move to enforce the Inspections and Licensing Rules, 2022, aimed at enhancing patient safety and ensuring quality healthcare delivery. Since March […]

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66 h. ago Rwanda assumes the Chairmanship of RECSA Council of Ministers

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 13 – Rwanda has officially assumed the Chairmanship of the Regional Centre on Small Arms (RECSA) Council of Ministers, taking over from Kenya during the 11th RECSA Council of Ministers meeting held in Nairobi. Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Interior, Kipchumba Murkomen, presided over the handover ceremony, passing on the RECSA flag and […] The post Rwanda assumes the Chairmanship of RECSA Council of Ministers appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Kenya commemorates 20th Anniversary of RECSA, destroys over 6,000 Illicit Firearms

The event, held at the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong, brought together interior ministers and delegates from the 15 RECSA member states.

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3 d. ago Newly Ordained Assumptionists in Kenya Warned against Preaching “own message”, Urged to Herald “God's marvellous deeds”

Newly Ordained Assumptionists in Kenya Warned against Preaching “own message”, Urged to Herald “God's marvellous deeds”  aciafrica.org

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3 d. ago (WATCH) Indian Prime Minister Modi visits only survivor of Boeing horror plane crash

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the site and the lone survivor of the plane crash Vishwashkumar Ramesh inside a hospital. Air India confirmed Mr Ramesh was the sole survivor of the 242 people on board the London-bound Boeing 787 Dreamliner when it crashed into a medical college shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad airport. It […] The post (WATCH) Indian Prime Minister Modi visits only survivor of Boeing horror plane crash appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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3 d. ago Govt to Count Street Families Across All 47 Counties Starting June 29

The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection will launch a national street families census in the next two weeks in an effort to understand the current scale of homelessness across Kenya. The Street Families Rehabilitation Trust will lead the three-day exercise in all 47 counties, starting on June 29th. Officials anticipate a significant rise in the number of street families since the last count five years ago, which recorded 46,000 individuals living on the streets. The government has allocated Ksh. 50 million for the exercise, which is expected to provide critical data to inform future policy and rehabilitation efforts. Mary The post Govt to Count Street Families Across All 47 Counties Starting June 29 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya finance minister says economy expected to grow 5.3% in 2025 and 2026

Kenya finance minister says economy expected to grow 5.3% in 2025 and 2026  ZAWYA

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4 d. ago CS Tuya unveils career progression guidelines for civilian staff

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 12 – Defense Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya on Thursday unveiled the first ever career progression guidelines for civilian staff cadres domiciled at the Ministry of Defence (MOD) at a colorful ceremony held at Moi Air Base (MAB), Nairobi. The unveiling of the guidelines for five cadres (lecturers; instructors; safety equipment technicians and […]

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4 d. ago Kenya Joins Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania in Presenting 2025/26 Budget Highlights

Kenya Joins Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania in Presenting 2025/26 Budget Highlights  The Kenyan Wall Street

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4 d. ago Kenya receives 3 million BCG doses as Ministry of Health races to end vaccine shortage

Kenya receives 3 million BCG doses as Ministry of Health races to end vaccine shortage  The Eastleigh Voice

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4 d. ago Kenya finance minister projects lower deficit and sustained growth

Kenya finance minister projects lower deficit and sustained growth  marketscreener.com

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4 d. ago Govt Cracks Down on Junk Food Ads to Protect Children from Rising NCDs

The government has unveiled a new plan to intensify efforts against the marketing and consumption of unhealthy foods, with a strong focus on protecting children from harmful dietary influences. The Ministry of Health announced on Monday, June 9, that this campaign is part of sweeping reforms designed to address the sharp increase in diet-related Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. These diseases have become a major public health concern across the country. At the core of this renewed effort is the development of a Nutrient Profile Model, a scientifically grounded system that sets specific thresholds for The post Govt Cracks Down on Junk Food Ads to Protect Children from Rising NCDs appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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4 d. ago Kenya get off to a flying start and Rwanda withstand Tanzania

Kenya get off to a flying start and Rwanda withstand Tanzania  fiba.basketball

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5 d. ago CS Murkomen says govt won’t shield anyone culpable for Albert Ojwang’s death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 11 – Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says the government will not interfere or shield anyone found culpable in the death of influencer Albert Ojwang. Appearing before the Senate plenary, Murkomen promised that those involved in Ojwang’s death will be held accountable. “We will do everything within the ministry to ensure that […] The post CS Murkomen says govt won’t shield anyone culpable for Albert Ojwang’s death appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 d. ago Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan Attends the Celebration of the 8th Anniversary of Safe Operations of Madaraka Express(SGR)_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China

Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan Attends the Celebration of the 8th Anniversary of Safe Operations of Madaraka Express(SGR)_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

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5 d. ago Mpox Outbreak Spreads to New Counties with 137 New Infections

Kenya is grappling with a fresh Mpox outbreak, with 137 confirmed cases spreading across 16 counties, the Ministry of Health announced on Tuesday. The surge has raised fresh concerns about the virus’s rapid transmission and potential to reach new regions. “The Ministry would like to inform the public of more additional cases especially in new counties outside the Northern transport corridor,” MoH noted. Busia County has recorded the highest number of infections at 48, followed closely by Mombasa with 37 and Nakuru with 16 cases. Other counties reporting multiple cases include Makueni (10), Nairobi (5), and Kajiado (3). Additional infections The post Mpox Outbreak Spreads to New Counties with 137 New Infections appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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