3 h. ago HELB disburses Sh9.5bn in financial aid to 309,178 university students

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19 — The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has released Sh9.46 billion in financial aid to 309,178 university students, providing critical support for both tuition and living expenses in the new academic year. According to the Ministry of Education, the disbursement includes Sh5.76 billion for tuition fees and Sh3.7 billion for student […] The post HELB disburses Sh9.5bn in financial aid to 309,178 university students appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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5 h. ago Kenya ICT Authority Calls for Bids to Expand Rural Broadband under Digital Economy Acceleration Project

Kenya ICT Authority Calls for Bids to Expand Rural Broadband under Digital Economy Acceleration Project  TechAfrica News

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9 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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12 h. ago How Kenya’s Qhala helps governments, corporates digitise operations

How Kenya’s Qhala helps governments, corporates digitise operations  - Disrupt Africa

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15 h. ago Rift Valley Already Convinced on Ruto’s Leadership, Says Wetang’ula

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula urged Rift Valley residents to stand firmly behind President William Ruto in his quest for a second term, insisting that Ruto’s performance has outshined that of his predecessors. Addressing congregants at a fundraiser at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Kapsabet, Wetang’ula said the region did not need convincing to back President Ruto because his leadership and tangible results already spoke for themselves. “As residents of Rift Valley, we are preaching to the converted. You do not need to be mobilised or coerced to support your son for a second term because you know the direction The post Rift Valley Already Convinced on Ruto’s Leadership, Says Wetang’ula appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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15 h. ago Wamuchomba Tears Into Wamatangi Over Kiambu’s “Piglets and Chicks” Showcase

Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba slammed Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, accusing him of embarrassing the county at the just-concluded Devolution Conference. The outspoken legislator was of the view that the annual conference is a prestigious forum where counties are given the exclusive chance to showcase their success stories, innovations, and potential for the future to the nation and the world. She praised Murang’a County, led by Governor Irungu Kang’ata, for utilizing the platform well, noting that the county “stood tall” with futuristic projects in health technology, food security, and digitization of approvals. To her, that was the kind of innovation that The post Wamuchomba Tears Into Wamatangi Over Kiambu’s “Piglets and Chicks” Showcase appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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15 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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15 h. ago Police Mistaken Identity Incident Claims Life of Former Siaya County Clerk

A Kombewa businessman, Felix Isaac Olwero, 50, was fatally shot Monday morning near his White House Resort in Kisumu County in what police have described as a tragic case of mistaken identity. Olwero, a former clerk with the Siaya County Assembly, was responding to a report of a failed burglary at his resort when officers mistook him for one of the intruders. Police said the incident unfolded shortly after a resort manager alerted authorities about a group of burglars attempting to gain entry. Investigators noted that this marked the fifth attempted break-in at the resort in recent days. Responding officers The post Police Mistaken Identity Incident Claims Life of Former Siaya County Clerk appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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29 h. ago ODM, Kenya Kwanza MPs commit to unity at joint parliamentary group meeting

ODM, Kenya Kwanza MPs commit to unity at joint parliamentary group meeting  Citizen Digital

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30 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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36 h. ago ICT Authority Hosts National Workshop to Accelerate Kenya’s Digital Transformation

ICT Authority Hosts National Workshop to Accelerate Kenya’s Digital Transformation  TechAfrica News

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36 h. ago Kenya to Train 100,000 Public Servants in AI Skills to Modernize Government

Kenya to Train 100,000 Public Servants in AI Skills to Modernize Government  We are Tech

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39 h. ago Musalia Mudavadi Unveils The Phantom: A Digital Hub for Kenya’s Future Vision

The Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary has unveiled The Phantom, a new digital platform and quarterly magazine that captures Musalia Mudavadi’s vision for Kenya while offering citizens a direct line into his leadership journey. Designed as both an interactive hub and thought-leadership space, The Phantom aims to communicate Mudavadi’s ideas, highlight his extensive public service record, and provide Kenyans with insights into his policy priorities. The platform, developed by the Office’s Press Service, promises to deliver clear, authentic, and inspiring stories that shape public opinion and guide national conversations on governance, economic diplomacy, and sustainable development. Mudavadi commended his The post Musalia Mudavadi Unveils The Phantom: A Digital Hub for Kenya’s Future Vision appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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39 h. ago Digital Companions or Real Relationships? The Ethical Debate Sparked by Japanese S*x Dolls

Artificial intelligence and lifelike robotics are pushing the boundaries of intimacy, raising questions that once belonged only to philosophy classrooms and science fiction novels. One of the most striking examples of this shift is the rise of Japanese sex dolls—highly realistic companions designed not just for physical closeness but also to simulate emotional connection. Their growing popularity has fueled a cultural debate: are these digital companions a harmless escape from loneliness, or are they reshaping our expectations of real relationships in troubling ways? From Niche Fantasy to Mainstream Curiosity Only a decade ago, the notion of lifelike dolls was a The post Digital Companions or Real Relationships? The Ethical Debate Sparked by Japanese S*x Dolls appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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48 h. ago Moses Kuria warns Kenya Kwanza leaders against stoking ethnic tensions

Moses Kuria warns Kenya Kwanza leaders against stoking ethnic tensions  Citizen Digital

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57 h. ago Harambee Stars vs Zambia free watch Party at Two Rivers Mall

Capital FM teams up with Two Rivers Mall for a thrilling Harambee Stars vs Zambia watch party family-friendly fun, football, and free entry.

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3 d. ago High stakes for Ruto ahead of U.S. talks with Trump next month

High stakes for Ruto ahead of U.S. talks with Trump next month  Citizen Digital

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3 d. ago DRC opposes Ruto’s appointment of Consul General to Goma, says Kenya must consult first

DRC opposes Ruto’s appointment of Consul General to Goma, says Kenya must consult first  Citizen Digital

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3 d. ago DRC opposes Ruto’s nomination of Consul General to Goma, says Kenya must consult first

DRC opposes Ruto’s nomination of Consul General to Goma, says Kenya must consult first  Citizen Digital

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3 d. ago Prtsident Ruto directs Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16 – President William Ruto has directed the Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen so as to enhance artist earnings. Speaking during the 97th Kenya Music Festival State Concert at the Sagana lodge in Nyeri, the head of state also ordered the board to resolve Collective Management Organisation […] The post Prtsident Ruto directs Kenya Copyright Board to create a digital collection on ECitizen appeared first on The DailyMail- Kenya.

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