Kenya Commercial Bank ( KCB) Foundation and Webuye East Constituency have partnered to roll out a KSh. 5 million technical skills training and job creation programme with the aim to combat youth unemployment. The initiative, part of KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri programme, aims to equip 100 young people with technical and vocational skills to enhance employability…
The UK Government, has handed over 150 computers to the leadership of Mandera to be distributed across the county to help empower the youth, women, persons with disabilities (PWDs) and senior citizens. This initiative, part of the UK’s Digital Access Programme in partnership with KICTANet and downstream grassroot partners, under the Strengthening Digital Communities Project…
Staff members at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) have declared an indefinite strike after months of unresolved grievances with their employer. Speaking on Thursday at a press briefing, University Academic Staff Union (UASU) Secretary General Fred Sawenja expressed his frustration, citing delays in salaries, failure to remit statutory deductions and mismanagement of retirement benefits….
Critics of President William Ruto have leveled serious allegations against his administration, claiming it has devolved into a dictatorial regime responsible for abductions, torture, and disregard for constitutional laws. Speaking on Thursday,at a press briefing Opposition leaders led by Kalonzo Musyoka has demand accountability under the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC), asserting…
Staff members at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) have initiated a strike in Nairobi to protest against delayed salaries, poor working conditions and the non-implementation of their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Staff are demanding salary increments outlined in the 2021-2025 CBA, timely payment of overdue salaries and proper remittance of statutory deductions such as…
MCA Alvin Olando Palapala (center) bandaged. Nairobi Member of County Assembly (MCA) Alvin Olando Palapala has strongly condemned Governor Johnson Sakaja, accusing him of orchestrating the mobilization of goons to intimidate him. The incident reportedly involved an attempted attack on Palapala following ongoing political disagreements within Nairobi County Assembly.Palapala, who chairs the Planning Committee, has…
The Inspector General (IG) of Police has emphasized on the transformative agenda for the police service and outlined the core strategies aimed at elevating police operations, enhancing service delivery and fostering stronger ties with the public. Speaking on Friday at the event, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja highlighted the critical role of training in…
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all Kenyans and residents across the country as the festive season approaches. The government has vowed to continue upholding the rule of law, promising firm action against criminal activities and a steadfast commitment to safeguarding the constitutional…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the 25th Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Committee (IBEC)meeting,he reaffirmed his commitment to uphold and strengthen intergovernmental relations in the fiscal space, which remains critical for collective action between the two levels of government and for enhancing sound financial systems and reforms. Additionally, the Deputy President chaired the Pre-Summit meeting in…
A total of 1,000 youth from Kericho County have successfully graduated from county-based Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions through the KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri Youth Skills and Job Creation Programme, in collaboration with Mastercard The youth were trained under KCB Foundation’s 2Jiajiri youth skills and job creation programme. KCB Foundation invested a total…
