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Elimu Bora Working Group Challenges President Ruto’s Claims on University Funding Model

The Elimu Bora Working Group has strongly refuted President William Ruto’s recent remarks on the new university funding model, calling them misleading and a misrepresentation of the Court of Appeal’s ruling. During a media interview at Sagana Lodge, President Ruto stated that the Court of Appeal had validated the new funding model as constitutional and…

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Kalonzo, Karua Condemn IEBC Recruitment, Early Campaigns

In a joint statement read by Martha Karua on behalf of the People’s Loyal Coalition, has accused President William Ruto’s administration of attempting to manipulate the recruitment of Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) officials. The coalition claims the government is orchestrating a biased selection process to install a “William Ruto Commission” instead of an…

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African Youth Empowered to Lead Forest Conservation through AY4F Initiative

The African Forest Forum (AFF), in collaboration with the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) and the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI), has launched the AfricanYouth4Forests (AY4F) Community of Practice an innovative platform designed to equip young professionals, students, and entrepreneurs with the skills and resources to drive sustainable forest management across Africa. AY4F aims…

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Kalonzo Pays Tribute to Late Ben Onwonga in Nyamira, Engages Bomet Residents

The People’s Loyal Coalition (PLC) Principal, H.E. Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, during the burial at Nyamira County The People’s Loyal Coalition (PLC) Principal, H.E. Dr. Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, led mourners in paying tribute to the late Ben Robert Omariba Onwonga in Nyamira County today. Eulogizing Mr. Onwonga, who passed away on March 12 after a…

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Former HomaBay Chief of Staff Dismissed Over Sexual Harassment Allegations

Former Homabay Chief of Staff Charles Odhiambo Homa Bay County Governor Gladys Wanga has dismissed Chief of Staff Charles Odhiambo following multiple allegations of sexual harassment involving junior staff members and interns. Odhiambo, a former head of station at Ramogi FM, has faced mounting accusations of inappropriate conduct, with reports indicating that he used his…

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St. George’s University Hosts Medical Information Session in Botswana

St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, recently held an insightful information session in Gaborone, providing prospective students and parents with a detailed overview of its medical programs, student support services, and career prospects. The session featured a live Zoom presentation by Marios Loukas, Dean of the School of Medicine at…

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Kenya Bureau of Standards Enhances Consumer Protection Through Certification

Representatives from KEBS departments at the Market Surveillance, Standards Development and Trade and the Quality Assurance directorate pose for a photo with the journalists during media Sensitization Workshop. The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has reiterated its commitment to ensuring product quality and consumer safety through rigorous certification processes. Acting Chief Manager for Quality Assurance,…

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Nairobi Hospital Hosts Key Forum to Boost Kenya’s Medical Tourism Industry

Dr. Samuel Odede,Director Medical Services & Research at The Nairobi Hospital. The Nairobi Hospital brought together key players in the healthcare and tourism sectors for the Magical Kenya Medical Tourism Forum, aimed at positioning Kenya as a leading medical tourism destination in Africa. The event, held at the hospital’s Amphitheatre, attracted medical specialists, representatives from…

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TISA Unveils Living Accountability Report on Governance and Social Accountability in Kenya

The Institute for Social Accountability (TISA) has unveiled a new report titled Living Accountability, which explores the cultural foundations of governance and utu (humanity) in Kenya. The study builds on previous research conducted by the organization, dating back to 2017, in collaboration with the Embassy of Denmark in Kenya. Speaking during the launch, TISA Executive…

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