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TSC nominee Antonina Lentoijoni in Parliament. PHOTO/Ronny TV

TSC nominee Antonina Lentoijoni proposes two career paths to ease teacher promotion stagnation

Josphine Gitia2 weeks ago03 mins

Teachers should be allowed to advance through their careers while remaining in classroom teaching instead of being required to take administrative roles, Teachers Service Commission (TSC) commissioner nominee Antonina Lentoijoni has said. Lentoijoni made the proposal during her parliamentary vetting on Thursday, August 20, 2026, saying the current career progression framework has contributed to stagnation…

Diesel prices rise 30% in Nairobi as 6 in 10 ride hailing users resist higher fares – TIFA

Josphine Gitia2 weeks ago05 mins

Diesel prices in Nairobi were nearly 30 per cent higher in June than a year earlier, while petrol prices rose by 15 per cent. A new TIFA Research survey shows that six in 10 ride-hailing users would change how they travel if fares increased significantly, highlighting the growing tension between rising transport costs and passenger…

KNH feels pain of nationwide health workers strike as patients surge

Josphine Gitia2 weeks ago2 weeks ago02 mins

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has confirmed a surge in patient numbers and congestion at the facility following industrial action affecting health services in various counties. In a statement issued on Thursday, August 20, 2026, KNH Chief Executive Officer Dr. Richard L. Lesiyampe said the national referral hospital was receiving more patients who would ordinarily seek…

Aftermath of Samburu plane crash. Photo/Screengrab

Confirmed: Senior intelligence boss among those who perished in Samburu helicopter crash

Josphine Gitia2 weeks ago2 weeks ago02 mins

A helicopter crash in Samburu County has claimed seven lives, including a senior Ecuadorian intelligence official, his wife, four American tourists and a Kenyan pilot. The Eurocopter EC130 B4, operated by Lady Lori Helicopters, crashed shortly after taking off from Suyian Conservancy near the foothills of Mount Ololokwe on Thursday. Among those killed was Michele…

DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua. PHOTO/DPGachagua/Facebook

Gachagua warns of possible chaos in Emurua Dikirr, asks IG Kanja to ensure security

Josphine Gitia2 weeks ago03 mins

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has raised alarm over alleged threats ahead of his planned visit to Emurua Dikirr Constituency in Narok County on Friday, August 21, 2026. In a letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja dated Thursday, August 20, Gachagua said he would visit the constituency at the invitation of DCP candidate…

Nairobi ride-hailing fares: TIFA survey reveals 60% of users would change travel plans

Editor2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

Diesel prices in Nairobi were nearly 30 per cent higher in June than a year earlier, while petrol prices rose by 15 per cent. A new TIFA Research survey shows that six in 10 ride-hailing users would change how they travel if fares increased significantly, highlighting the growing tension between rising transport costs and passenger…

Opposition leaders address media. PHOTO/Kalonzo Musyoka/FACEBOOK

United Alternative Government, Linda Mwananchi condemn rising political violence ahead of 2027

Josphine Gitia2 weeks ago2 weeks ago02 mins

The United Alternative Government and the Linda Mwananchi Movement have condemned what they described as rising cases of political violence and intimidation across Kenya ahead of the 2027 General Election. The two groups made the remarks during a joint press briefing in Nairobi, where they raised concerns over attacks targeting opposition leaders, journalists and members…

CS Ogamba confirms August 24 school reopening

Faith Chelangat3 weeks ago3 weeks ago02 mins

The Ministry of Education has moved to dispel reports circulating on social media claiming that the reopening of schools for the third term has been postponed. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba said the 2026 academic calendar for basic education institutions and Teacher Training Colleges remains unchanged, with learners expected to report back to school…

Kenya Power announces planned power interruptions in several counties

Faith Chelangat3 weeks ago03 mins

Kenya Power has announced planned electricity maintenance that will affect several parts of the country on Thursday, August 20, 2026. The utility company said the interruptions will affect selected areas in Nairobi, Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Kisumu, Laikipia, Kiambu, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Kwale and parts of the Mt. Kenya region. “Planned power maintenance will be carried…

CS Kagwe: Kenya to import 25 million bags of maize as drought threatens food supply

Josphine Gitia3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

The Government will import 25 million 90kg bags of maize to bridge an anticipated food deficit and protect the country from a possible shortage caused by drought and other climate-related challenges that have affected production in major maize growing regions. CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe said the Government has already put in place arrangements to facilitate…