Ian Omondi
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High Court to hear case challenging President Ruto's IEBC nominees in June
At the heart of the petition is the claim that the nomination and intended vetting of seven individuals as IEBC commissioners, including Chairperson, violates the Constitution and undermines the spirit of Kenya’s multiparty democracy.
'Let Him Cook': Rap royalty King Kaka launches new food show
The launch event, hosted at Bio Food Products Ltd headquarters, was a melting pot of media personalities, partners, and fans who got a sneak peek of what the show will serve — and it’s not just chapati and beef stew.
Airbnb expands services: now you can book a massage, personal chef – and Megan Thee Stallion
Airbnb Services will be available in 260 cities at launch, across 10 categories including chefs, photography, massage, spa treatments, personal training, and more.The company says these services are provided by experienced professionals, many of whom are leaders in their fields....
Spotify’s AI DJ now takes voice requests in real time
The move adds a whole new layer of interactivity to the personalized DJ experience launched last year.To make a request, users need only head to the search tab on Spotify, type ‘DJ’, and hit play,
Naivas dismisses claims of selling expired goods, store closures
In a strongly worded press statement released on Wednesday, the retail giant said the claims making rounds on social media were not just inaccurate but outright fabrications.
Gov't reaffirms support for boda boda sector, urges riders to embrace national programmes
Interior PS Raymond Omollo described boda boda riders as a critical component of Kenya’s economic and social fabric.While the boda boda trade has frequently come under fire for indiscipline and criminal associations, the PS was quick to defend the majority of operators who he said are law-abiding an...
Mombasa County makes history with major certification for green public buildings
KGBS announced the achievement, praising Mombasa for setting a precedent for green governance across the continent.The certified facilities include the Mombasa County Assembly, the Office of the Governor, Port Reitz Sub County Hospital’s Operating Theatre and Maternity & Examination Blocks, and...
KMPDU warns 18 counties for neglecting doctors’ issues, wants healthcare taken back to national gov’t
KMPDU fingered the counties for, most notably, delayed remittance of doctors’ SHA contributions, effectively rendering medics ineligible to receive the very same medical services that they provide.Lamu and Kiambu counties were cited as some of the most notorious of the devolved units.
CS Duale makes historic appearance at KMPDU conference, vows reforms amid medics' trust deficit
Duale's presence alone marked a break from tradition, signaling a possible shift in how the government engages the medical fraternity.With Universal Health Coverage (UHC) sitting atop Kenya’s health agenda, the CS acknowledged what many in the room had long felt: without a well-equipped, fairly trea...
President Ruto nominates Erastus Edung Ethekon as next IEBC Chairperson
Head of Public Service Felix Koskei made the announcement in a press release on Thursday evening, after President Ruto had received the report of the IEBC Selection Panel on Tuesday this week.Subject to Parliamentary approval, Ethekon - who hails from Turkana County - is now set to replace the late...