Govt deploys KDF over anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests
The government has gazetted the deployment of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to assist the National Police Service amid ongoing protests against the Finance Bill 2024. In the gazette notice dated Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Cabinet Secretary for Defence Aden Duale said the government called upon the KDF to support in maintaining order after the […]
Expect update on Finance Bill 2024 report next Tuesday – Molo MP
National Assembly Finance Committee Chairman Kuria Kimani has urged Kenyans to be patient as they await updates on the contentious Finance Bill 2024. In a statement shared on his X account on Thursday, June 13, 2024, the Molo MP stated that the committee is diligently working on the comprehensive report that is expected to have […]
Ruto’s message to China as they celebrate New Year
President William Ruto has extended warm New Year wishes to the Republic of China as they welcome the year 2024. In a statement on Saturday, February 10, the Head of State conveyed greetings on behalf of the government and the people of Kenya. “On behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Kenya […]
Tsunami warning in Japan after strong earthquake
Japan has issued a major tsunami warning after a 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck the central region. Residents in the coastal Noto area in Ishikawa prefecture were asked to “evacuate immediately to higher ground,” national broadcaster NHK said. Authorities have warned of waves as high as 5m in Noto. They also issued tsunami warnings for neighbouring […]
VIDEO: Old Mutual Tower catches fire during during New Year’s Eve fireworks display
Kenya’s Old Mutual Tower faced an unexpected challenge during its New Year’s Eve fireworks display on Sunday, December 31, 2023, as a fire broke out. In a statement issued by the Tower’s management team on Monday, January 1, 2024, acknowledged the unfortunate incident noting that it was quickly contained. According to the statement, the fire […]