Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja Tuesday vowed to take decisive action against his juniors accused of using excessive force during a violent clash with protesting residents in Angata Barikoi, Narok County. The incident left five villagers dead and 15 others with wounds. While touring the troubled area to assess the damage on Tuesday, Kanja apologised for the police’s heavy-handed response and ordered the immediate transfer of the area DCI commander and General Service Unit officers linked to the incident. He listened to calls for a speedy resolution to a longstanding land dispute that sparked the deadly demonstrations, where so…
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Are you an aspiring healthcare professional looking to pursue the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification course? Preparing for this program ahead of time can improve your chances of passing the exam. The test can also help you acquire skills for real-life medical emergencies. This guide will discuss how to prepare for your online BLS certification exam so that you can succeed in this field. Tips to Prepare for the BLS Certification Exam A recent study revealed that the prevalence of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training among the global population ranges between 3% and 65%. This means more training is required to…
Managing your personal finances effectively is one of the most important skills you can develop, yet it’s one that many people struggle with. Between everyday expenses, unexpected emergencies, and long-term goals like homeownership or retirement, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. However, by taking small, consistent actions, you can build a strong financial foundation that supports your life today and sets you up for future success. This article explores essential steps to help you gain control over your financial situation, reduce debt, and create lasting financial habits. Assessing Your Current Financial Health Before you can make improvements, you need a clear…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi termed as reckless and malicious an attempt by some MPs to travel to Taiwan during the period when President William Ruto was touring China. Mudavadi said the plan by the legislators to visit Taiwan was meant to scuttle the government’s efforts to further strengthen its relationship with China, a move that was unpatriotic and a provocative action. Speaking during question time at the Senate, when he appeared before the Senate Security and Foreign Affairs Committee, Mudavadi said it would have been a provocative action “We know, there were some people who were pushing to have…
Amazon (AMZN) is denying reports that it will display the impact of tariffs next to the price of products on its e-commerce site that drew the ire of the Trump administration on Tuesday. According to Washington Post reporter Jeff Stein, Amazon said it was never considering adding the additional cost caused by tariffs next to the price of goods on its main website, but rather was contemplating doing so on its low-cost Amazon Haul site. Earlier on Tuesday, Punchbowl News reported that Amazon would show tariff-related price increases on goods. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called the move “a…
The Cabinet approved the establishment of a Consulate General in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. This decision underscores Kenya’s commitment to promoting global peace and security while expanding diplomatic presence in the Caribbean, a Cabinet brief said. The consulate will provide strategic support to Kenya’s leadership role in restoring law and order in Haiti. Former Deputy Inspector General of Administration Police Noor Gabow is set to take over as the Consular General in Haiti. Kenya has deployed more than 800 police officers to help in fighting criminal gangs in Haiti. The Cabinet also resolved to implement significant budget realignments in line with the…
Three young children who are US citizens – including one with cancer – were deported to Honduras alongside their mothers last week, according to advocacy groups and the families’ lawyers. One of the children is a four-year-old with Stage 4 cancer who was sent without medication, a lawyer for the child’s family said. Donald Trump’s border czar Tom Homan said the mothers had made the choice for their citizen children to be removed with them. “Having a US citizen child does not make you immune from our laws,” he said, adding the mothers were in the US illegally. Trump faced…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua wants those behind the shooting of five people in a clash in Ang’ata Barikoi, Narok County be held responsible. He also demanded to know who ordered the deployment of paramilitary GSU and RDU officers to exercise unlawful, lethal, and bullish police force on innocent Kenyans in Ang’ata. “Who deployed GSU and RDU officers to exercise unlawful, lethal, and bullish police force on innocent Kenyans in Ang’ata?” “This forceful displacement of population is a crime against humanity, and whomever is calpable must face crimes against humanity,” he said. He said he is gathering evidence on the…
In December 2024, optimism filled the air at Kabete National Polytechnic and KICC, where hundreds of jobseekers gathered, hoping to secure life-changing jobs abroad. They had responded to calls for recruitment under the Diaspora Jobs Programme, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection and the National Employment Authority (NEA). But just months later, those dreams have crumbled into despair. On Monday, the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare, presided over by acting Chair Seki Lenku Ole Kanar (Kajiado), heard testimony after heartbreaking testimony from individuals who said they had been promised employment in the Gulf,…
The Senate Committee on Delegated Legislation voiced serious concerns over the operations of Kwale County, citing a lack of the necessary regulations required for proper governance. During a series of meetings held in Kwale County, Senators, led by Committee Chairperson Senator Mwenda Gataya (Tharaka Nithi) expressed their dissatisfaction with the situation in the County regarding various regulations required for operations. They urged Governor Fatuma Achani to ensure that all operations within her government are aligned with the law. “We you Governor Achani to put your house in order and ensure that all activities within the County are guided by the…
The Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration, and Agriculture (PIC-SSAA), chaired by Emmanuel Wangwe (Nabakholo MP), questioned Nyayo Tea Zones Development Corporation over its decision to dismiss staff following an unexplained loss of stocks. During the Committee’s review of the Corporation’s audited financial statements for the financial years 1996/1997 to 2023/2024, lawmakers expressed concerns about the disciplinary actions taken without conclusive evidence of wrongdoing. Appearing before the Committee, the Corporation’s CEO, David Chepkony, admitted that investigations into the missing stocks were inconclusive. Although the staff in charge of the store reported a break-in and theft, further inquiries suggested it…
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has raised concerns over the escalating costs of implementing public participation processes as constitutionally required under Articles 10 and 118 of the Constitution of Kenya. Mudavadi said that estimates for public engagement activities range between Sh.10 million to Sh.100 million per exercise, depending on the scale and geographical coverage. Speaking he met with high-level meeting with the United Nations Country Team led by Resident Coordinator Stephen Jackson, Mudavadi warned that the current cost model is unsustainable, noting that such financial demands could deprive vital sectors like health, education, and…
Catholic cardinals agreed on Monday to begin a conclave on May 7 to elect a new pope, and highlighted clerical sexual abuse as one of the key challenges facing Pope Francis’s successor. Cardinals under the age of 80 will meet in the Sistine Chapel to choose a new leader for the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, in a mystery-shrouded ritual dating back to the Middle Ages. The date was decided at a meeting of cardinals of all ages early on Monday, two days after the funeral of Francis, who died on April 21 aged 88. The cardinals, known as “Princes of…
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen ordered fresh vetting for all National Police Reservists (NPSs) serving in Kerio Valley region. He added those who pass the test will be retrained He also announced a new policy shift which institutionalizes the command structure of the NPR officers, stating the they will hence be under the direct command of the Officer Commanding Police Stations (OCS). The CS took issue with NPR officers engaging in criminal acts, saying the process to replace them has kicked off. “We are creating proper camps for NPRs in Baringo, West Pokot and Elgeyo/Marakwet,” stated…
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