Okumu Modachi

State to acquire two passport printers to clear backlog

By Okumu Modachi   2024-04-03 20:52:07

Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok announced that the government is expecting two more passport printers next week. 

Open liquor stores, bar owners demand as vetting deadline for licenses lapses

By Okumu Modachi   2024-04-06 04:39:26

Bar owners across the country have demanded immediate reopening of their businesses following the lapse of vetting deadline of operating licenses and permits.

Gender mainstreaming is key factor in economic growth, Rachel Ruto says

By Okumu Modachi   2024-04-13 13:21:38

Rachel Ruto said that incorporating women into the national leadership and governance system will enable their full participation to the country's.

KeNHA directs wide-load transporters to acquire exemption permits

By Okumu Modachi   2024-04-16 15:22:11

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has directed all wide-load transporters to apply for exemption permits and comply with road regulations.

Private guards dismisses Fazul directive on union dues

By Okumu Modachi   2024-04-26 18:04:06

It comes after Fazul recently directed private security firms to stop remitting guards’ union fees to Cotu (K).

76 people confirmed dead as a result of raging floods in last 12 hours

By Okumu Modachi   2024-04-29 00:17:22

Nairobi County has been listed among the counties that have been greatly affected with a significant death toll of 32 and 16,909 households displaced.

Climate change and unemployment to top this year's global peace conference agenda

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-04 13:43:06

Climate change has a direct impact on peace, calling on stakeholders to re-instill values, especially among the youth to solve today’s problems. 

Mother pleads with Ruto to rescue son from execution in Saudi

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-08 20:14:05

Veteran journalist Dorothy Kweyu appeals to the government to save her son Stephen Munyakho who is facing execution in Saudi Arabia.

Nema, Nacada lead tree planting initiative in Nairobi

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-11 12:09:01

The Environmental and anti-drug abuse agencies led residents of Nairobi in a tree-planting drive geared towards mitigating climate change.

EACC recovers Sh6.6 billion proceeds of graft

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-14 19:23:14

61 investigation files on corruption were finalised and recommendations made to relevant authorities for prosecution. 

Boost as parties in South Sudan peace process commit to end war

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-17 23:09:24

The peace initiative to end the long-standing conflict in South Sudan has received a boost after the mediation team signed a commitment deal.

Flood victims want transparency in relief cash transfers

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-18 17:50:57

Displaced families have claimed that the money could be landing in the pockets of undeserving individuals.

The public will soon have access to private organisations' information

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-24 10:47:43

The public will soon have access to information about non-profit organisations' activities, the government has announced. 

Bar and restaurant owners reject proposal for permit to play music

By Okumu Modachi   2024-05-31 18:53:59

Kenya Copyright Board through Collective Management Organisation (CMO) wants businesses to renew licenses for playing music.

Rangwe residents demand local court for easier access to justice

By Okumu Modachi   2024-06-04 13:29:34

Residents of Rangwe in Homa Bay have called for the establishment of a local court to alleviate the need to seek judicial services in neighbouring sub-counties.

State roll out plans to increase police, prison officers pay

By Okumu Modachi   2024-06-06 17:59:52

Police officers may soon have their salaries increased if the new service reforms are implemented.

State plans to embark on police reforms plan from next month

By Okumu Modachi   2024-06-06 21:09:42

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said the government has committed about Sh6.5 billion in the next financial year for the implementation of reforms.

Relinquish Margaret Kenyatta Hospital to KNH, Kariobangi residents urge county

By Okumu Modachi   2024-06-11 14:32:27

Residents of Kariobangi North Ward have urged the county government Nairobi to relinquish Margaret Kenyatta Hospital to the national government. 

Atwoli re-elected member of International Labour Organisation (ILO) for the fifth time

By Okumu Modachi   2024-06-11 17:18:55

COTU-K Secretary General Francis Atwoli will continue to serve as a member of global workers lobby group governing body after his reelection for a record fifth time. 

Proposed Finance Bill threatens job security, warns bankers

By Okumu Modachi   2024-06-12 15:22:34

Bankers have warned of loss of jobs in the country due to looming reduced investments should the proposed Finance Bill sail through.