5 key takeaways from KMPDU’s agreement with govt that averted nationwide doctors’ strike
The government on Thursday, December 19, 2024, averted a nationwide doctors’ strike planned for December 22, 2024 mid-night after signing an agreement with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU). During the agreement brokered by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Director General of Health Patrick Amoth, the Ministry of Health and the Council of Governors, […]
‘It’s proud moment for Nakuru’ – governor Kihika praises Ruto for cabinet appointment of her predecessor
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has congratulated her predecessor Lee Kinyanjui on his nomination as the Cabinet Secretary for Investment, Trade, and Industry. Kihiki expressed confidence that Kinyanjui would leverage his networks and expertise to promote growth and investment in the nation. She wished him success in his new role, highlighting it as a transformative opportunity […]
Morara addresses backlash over his remarks on Burundians replacing Luhyas in watchmen jobs
Activist Morara Kebaso has addressed the uproar sparked by his recent comments on the growing presence of Burundian nationals in Kenya’s security sector, specifically as night guards. His remarks, made during an interview on Citizen TV last week, drew criticism for being perceived as tribalistic and dismissive of the Luhya community, traditionally associated with such […]
‘Si mungengoja ata wakule Christmas’- Gachagua reacts to Nyama Villa demolitions
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised the demolitions of houses in Nyama Villa Estate in Kayole, Nairobi County. Speaking at Mbooni Constituency in Makueni County on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, where he attended a burial, Gachagua argued that the demolitions were wrongly timed. He detailed that those who okayed the demolitions could have allowed […]
Ministry of Health announces key updates on SHA including new benefits and tariffs
The government has reiterated its commitment to delivering Universal Health Coverage (UHC) under the Taifa Care program, a pivotal element of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). Ministry of Health has outlined key updates regarding the Social Health Authority (SHA) and its newly established benefits and tariffs. The SHA, which replaced the National Hospital Insurance […]