The Open University of Kenya (OUK), through the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs), has announced the introduction of several new undergraduate, postgraduate and professional development programmes as it seeks to expand access to flexible higher education. In a notice, the university said applications are now open for a range of academic programmes, including the Bachelor of Nursing (Upgrading), Bachelor of Public Communication, Bachelor of Public Administration, Bachelor of Education, Master of Science in Mathematical Innovation, Master of Economics, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Technology Education. According to the university, the Bachelor…
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The National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) has invited applications for the position of Director/Chief Executive Officer. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the Centre said interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through its online recruitment portal. Applicants have been directed to apply via the NCRC recruitment portal at recruitment.crimeresearch.go.ke. The Centre said all applications must be submitted by Monday, August 24, 2026, at 5.00 p.m. East African Time. Candidates seeking additional information on the position, qualifications and application requirements have been advised to visit the Centre’s website at www.crimeresearch.go.ke. “Hard copies shall not be accepted,”…
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced that the 2026 Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers will be conducted from Monday, September 21 to Thursday, September 24, 2026, at examination centres across the country. In a notice, the commission said the examinations will be administered in Machakos, Nyeri, Mombasa, Embu, Garissa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Kakamega and Eldoret. Candidates will be informed of their specific examination venues after completing the registration process. PSC said officers seeking to register for the examination must have attained a minimum mean grade of C- (minus) in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or its equivalent, be…
Kisii University has invited applications from qualified candidates for competitive postgraduate research scholarships in Foundational Literacy under the Harnessing Education Research for Impact in Africa (HERI-Africa) Programme. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the university said the scholarships are being offered through the Language Education Research Chair as part of efforts to strengthen education research across the continent. The HERI-Africa Programme is a Pan-African initiative aimed at revitalising Africa-led, university-based education research and increasing the continent’s contribution to global education research from the current three per cent to 30 per cent by 2050. According to the university,…
The National Lottery Board (NLB) has announced a vacancy for the position of Chief Executive Officer/Fund Administrator, with applications set to close on August 24, 2026. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the board invited qualified, visionary and results-driven individuals to apply for the position, which is graded as NLB 1. “The Board now invites applications from qualified, visionary and results-driven individual to fill the following position of the Chief Executive Officer/Fund Administrator – Grade NLB 1 who will provide strategic leadership to senior management and staff to deliver on its mandate and fulfil its Vision and…
The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party has announced a raft of resolutions aimed at strengthening the coalition, expanding its membership and enhancing political engagement as the country heads into an election year. The resolutions were adopted during a Joint Council and National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held at the SKM Command Centre in Nairobi and chaired by the coalition’s Party Leader, Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka. Speaking after the meeting, Azimio Secretary-General and Suba MP Caroli Omondi said the coalition had resolved to reorganise its internal party structures and undertake a comprehensive rebranding exercise. “These changes reflect our commitment to…
The High Court has ordered the release of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia from police custody upon the payment of a cash bail of Sh100,000. In orders issued by Kiambu High Court Lady Justice Njoki Mwangi, the court directed that the legislator be released after depositing the cash bail pending the hearing of his application. The judge further ordered that the application filed on August 3, 2026, will be heard virtually on September 3, 2026. Kaguchia is currently being held at Kamukunji Police Station in Nairobi following his arrest on Monday. The legislator was initially taken to the Directorate of Criminal…
An accident patient who was admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has been reunited with his family after seven years apart, following a social media appeal that helped trace his relatives. In a statement, KNH said Samuel Mburu, who was brought to the hospital from Kajiado on April 8, 2026, was reunited with his brother, Joseph Maina of Makuyu, Murang’a County, after years of separation. According to the hospital, the breakthrough came after Chief Kinuthia recognized Samuel’s photograph, which had been shared online in an effort to trace his family, and promptly alerted his relatives. When the family arrived at…
Ena Coach has issued a public notice informing customers that its customer service phone lines are currently unavailable due to what it described as unavoidable circumstances. In a statement issued on Monday, August 3, 2026, the popular bus and shuttle transport company, operated by ENA Investments Limited, said customers should use its official social media platforms to make inquiries or seek assistance while the issue is being resolved. “Dear esteemed customers, please note that our customer lines are out of reach due to unavoidable circumstances,” the company said. Ena Coach also cautioned customers against sending money to any individual’s M-Pesa…
A man suspected of impersonating a police officer has been arrested in Nairobi’s Kilimani area after detectives recovered a firearm, 100 rounds of ammunition and several police-related items during an operation. In a statement, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the suspect, identified as Philemon Kiplangat Chepkwony, was arrested in the early hours of Monday following a distress call from L’Arc Casino at Yaya Centre. Detectives found the suspect inside a black motor vehicle before conducting a search that led to the recovery of a CZ 75 SP-01 pistol, an empty 9mm magazine, a pair of handcuffs, a fake…
Kenya has secured Sh10.4 billion (USD 80 million) in funding over the next five years to accelerate the implementation of the country’s Every Woman Every Newborn Everywhere (EWENE) Acceleration Plan and advance efforts to end preventable maternal and newborn deaths. In a statement, the Ministry of Health said the funding follows the signing of a Cooperation Framework between the ministry and the Beginnings Fund, marking a major milestone in strengthening equitable, high-quality maternal and newborn healthcare through nationally led reforms. The investment will support Kenya’s 90-90-80-80 maternal and newborn health targets, with the programme focusing on 21 high-burden counties and…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the temporary closure of a section of Mombasa Road (A8) to facilitate the construction of a box culvert. In a notice issued on Monday, August 3, 2026, KeNHA Director General Luka Kimeli said the affected section is located at the Highway Educational Complex near Bellevue. According to the notice, both carriageways will be temporarily and interchangeably closed from Monday, August 10, 2026, to Monday, September 14, 2026, to allow the construction works. “All motorists using this road will utilize the unclosed two lanes, which shall be provided interchangeably during the construction period…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a scheduled maintenance exercise that will temporarily interrupt access to its iSCAN system for one hour on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. In a public notice, the tax authority said the maintenance will take place from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., during which all iSCAN users will be affected. “Please be advised that there will be a scheduled maintenance of iSCAN from Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 6:00 AM to Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 7:00 AM. We regret any inconvenience caused,” KRA said. Users should plan their activities accordingly to avoid disruptions during the one-hour…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has condemned the arrest of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia, saying lawyers are working to secure the legislator’s release on bond ahead of his court appearance. Kaguchia was arrested on Monday morning outside the Royal Media Services studios in Nairobi after spending the night inside the media house, claiming police officers were waiting to detain him over controversial political remarks he allegedly made during a television interview. The MP was taken into custody by detectives shortly after leaving the studios, where he had remained overnight after alleging that security officers had surrounded the premises and mounted…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has issued guidelines for first-time applicants seeking undergraduate and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) funding for the 2026/2027 academic year. In a statement, HELB urged eligible students to submit their applications early, describing the first application as a crucial step in their academic journey. “The first step is often the most important. Make it count by submitting your application early and giving your academic journey the best possible start,” HELB said. First-time applicants can submit their applications online through the Higher Education Financing (HEF) portal at https://www.hef.co.ke/. HELB said applicants must have…