Serfine Achieng
97 Articles
AfriCOG report accuses Ruto's gov't of mismanaging public funds, fueling graft
In its 2024 report, the civil society organization accuses President William Ruto’s administration of enabling a culture of corruption, citing unchecked scandals, misuse of public funds, and excessive external borrowing.
Crisis in public universities as strikes disrupt learning
From a standoff over the new funding model to prolonged industrial action by lecturers, thousands of students have been left in limbo, with learning activities grinding to a halt.
'Stop the culture of lies': Catholic Bishops slam Ruto administration
Led by their chair, Archbishop Maurice Muhatia of Kisumu, the bishops accused the political class of turning a deaf ear to key concerns raised by Kenyans, including over taxation, unemployment, disturbing gaps in the implementation of the CBC education system, and the transition from NHIF to the Soc...
Willis Ayieko memorial service held in Nairobi ahead of Saturday burial
Ayieko was also eulogised as a man of style who appreciated the growth of those close to him.Leaders who joined mourners for the solemn service used the platform to demand for justice following his mysterious death.
Religious leaders urge political restraint for National development
Nairobi Diocese Catholic Archbishop Philip Anyolo emphasized the need for clarity among the three branches of government to prevent a potential constitutional crisis.
Last minute rush: Qatar jobs recruitment lapses as over 20,000 Kenyans submit applications
The four-day recruitment exercise attracted about 20,000 Kenyans as they competed for only 8,000 available positions.
DP Gachagua risks losing lavish retirement benefits if impeached
Beginning Wednesday next week, Senators will decide the fate of DP Gachagua following his impeachment by an overwhelming majority of 282 votes in the National Assembly.Gachagua will now need to win the support of at least 23 Senators to defeat the motion to impeach him; failure to do so may result i...
From funding to teacher employment: Assessing education sector in Ruto’s first 2 years
When he became President, the implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) was floating midstream having been introduced by the Uhuru-Ruto administration.
Gov’t plans to spend Ksh.6.7B on Mpox management
The Ministry of Health has established a National Mpox Preparedness and Response Plan which seeks to guide coordinated public health action to stop the Mpox outbreak in Kenya and to reduce the risk of importation from neighbouring countries that are experiencing outbreaks including Uganda, Democrati...
Linda Mama to be restored as Health ministry releases new SHIF tariffs
Under SHIF, patients with diabetes seeking outpatient services provided in Level 4 to 6 facilities will get a cover of up to Ksh.4,300, those dealing with hypertension Ksh.2,850, while those having sickle cell anaemia Ksh.6,800 per year.