Mercy Kanini, who recently delivered five babies through normal delivery at Thika Level Five Hospital, has lost four of the pre-term infants after they were transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital for specialised care. Kanini had delivered the quintuplets at Thika Level Five Hospital in what was described as a rare medical occurrence in Kenya. The babies, who were born prematurely, weighed between 630 grammes and 800 grammes and required specialised neonatal intensive care because of their extremely low birth weights. They were transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) for advanced medical care, where four of the infants later died. The…
Author: David Wafula
Kenya Power has announced planned maintenance works in parts of Nairobi this week, with residents in Roysambu and Githurai expected to be affected. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the utility company said its teams are undertaking maintenance on various transformers in the two areas under the Boresha Roysambu exercise. The maintenance works are scheduled to run throughout the week from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the exercise expected to continue until Saturday. “Our teams are carrying out planned maintenance works on various transformers in the Roysambu and Githurai areas this week, under the Boresha Roysambu exercise. The works…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) official over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe to facilitate the irregular clearance of tax arrears and issuance of a Tax Compliance Certificate. EACC said in a statement on Tuesday that the suspect, Hughes Obilo, is an officer attached to the Debt Refunds Department in Kisumu. According to the anti-corruption agency, Obilo allegedly demanded Sh100,000 from a construction company to facilitate the clearance of outstanding tax arrears amounting to Sh4.5 million from the iTax system. EACC said preliminary investigations were conducted after receiving information concerning the…
The government has terminated a privately initiated proposal by Portugal-based company Elevolution Engenharia, S.A. to finance, design, construct, operate and transfer the proposed Thuci Dam Project. The Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation announced the decision in a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, following a review and due diligence process undertaken under the Public Private Partnerships (PPP) framework. The Thuci Dam Project, which traverses Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties, is intended to improve the availability and reliability of water for irrigation by conserving water during periods of adequate rainfall and releasing it in a regulated manner for irrigation.…
Sports Kenya has announced several job vacancies and invited qualified candidates to apply for the available positions. In a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, Sports Kenya said it was recruiting for positions in management, audit, engineering, human resources and legal services. The vacancies are Deputy Director, Internal Audit and Risk Assurance; Deputy Director, Facilities and Estates; Deputy Director, Human Resource and Administration; Senior Engineer, Civil; Engineer II, Electrical; and Legal Officer II. Interested candidates are required to submit application letters accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and details of three referees. Applicants…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has invited qualified teachers teaching at Senior School and Vocational Level to apply for online training in item writing. In a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, KNEC said the training will run from October 12 to October 30, 2026. The training will focus on developing quality test items for Competency-Based Assessment. KNEC said teachers who successfully complete the training will receive certification and may be engaged by the council in assessment-related activities when the need arises. “Participants who successfully complete the training will be certified and may, from time to time, be…
Laikipia University has announced 13 vacant positions and invited qualified professionals to apply for the available jobs. In a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, the university said it was seeking visionary, competent, dynamic and experienced professionals for appointment to the established positions. The vacancies include University Librarian, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer and Technologist positions. The university has advised interested applicants to visit its website, www.laikipia.ac.ke, for detailed specifications and requirements for each position. Candidates selected for appointment will be required to obtain clearance from several government agencies and institutions. The required clearances include those from the Kenya…
The Ministry of Education has announced 1,000 internship opportunities under the Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) Cohort 5. The vacancies have been announced through the State Department for Basic Education as the government continues to strengthen the use of technology in teaching and learning across primary schools. In a notice issued by the Public Service Commission (PSC) on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, the successful candidates will be appointed and deployed to schools at the sub-county level. The interns will gain practical skills and experience while supporting virtual learning and other digital platforms used in schools. Applicants must have graduated not earlier…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the gradual phase-out of electronic seals currently owned by the government under the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS). In a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, KRA said the phase-out will be completed by October 28, 2026. The move follows the transition to a Multi-Vendor, User-Owned Seals model for both dry cargo, covered by electronic seals, and wet cargo, monitored through e-fuel electronic seals. KRA said the new model is aimed at enhancing service delivery under RECTS while responding to changing business needs and growing demand for electronic cargo monitoring services.…
The Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat (VDS) has invited stakeholder groups across the country to participate in the establishment of a Multi-Stakeholder Steering Committee that will guide Kenya’s national conversation on its long-term development future. In a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, the Secretariat said the committee will provide leadership and guidance to public conversations from the grassroots at ward level to the national level. “The Committee will also help ensure that Kenya’s next long-term development vision reflects the collective aspirations of Kenyans, values and principles of the Constitution,” the notice reads. The initiative comes as Kenya’s Vision 2030…
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has proposed changes to the licensing of alarm response systems that use mobile networks to transmit emergency signals. In a notice issued on September 15, 2026, the Authority said technological advances had led to the increased deployment of GSM-based alarm response services by various organisations. The systems use SIM-enabled devices and licensed public mobile networks to transmit alarm signals. The Authority said it had begun developing a regulatory framework to define the scope of GSM-based alarm response systems and establish the applicable licensing requirements and procedures. The proposed framework is also intended to protect…
The National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) has set October 5, 2026, as the deadline for applications for the position of Director/Chief Executive Officer. In a notice issued on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, the Centre re-advertised the position and invited applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the top leadership role. The successful candidate will serve as the accounting officer of the Centre and oversee the implementation of its mandate. “The job holder is the Accounting Officer of the Centre; oversees the day-to-day implementation of the Centre’s Mandate; and is responsible to the Governing Council for provision of strategic direction and…
Most parts of Kenya are expected to receive rainfall over the next seven days, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met). The weather forecast covering September 15 to 21, 2026, indicates that several counties will experience rainfall during the period as the country prepares for the October-November-December (OND) rainfall season. Rainfall is expected in parts of Baringo, Bomet, Bungoma, Busia, Elgeyo Marakwet, Embu, Garissa, Homa Bay, Kajiado, Kakamega, Kericho, Kiambu, Kilifi, Kirinyaga, Kisii, Kisumu, Kitui, Kwale, Laikipia, Lamu, Machakos, Makueni, Mandera, Marsabit, Meru, Migori, Mombasa, Murang’a, Nairobi, Nakuru, Nandi, Narok, Nyamira, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Tana River, Tharaka-Nithi,…
Detectives have arrested another suspect in connection with the deadly violence and destruction witnessed during Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) delegates’ meeting at Nembure Grounds in Embu County. The suspect was arrested on Monday, September 14, 2026, in the Kithimu area of Embu town during a coordinated operation conducted by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters Operations Support Team (OAT) and the Criminal Investigations and Intelligence Branch (CRIB). The latest arrest comes two days after the violence that disrupted the UDA meeting on Saturday, September 12. The DCI said the arrest was part of…
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has retained the maximum retail prices of Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene for the September-October pricing cycle. The prices will remain unchanged from September 15 to October 14, 2026, meaning motorists will continue to pay Sh214.03 per litre for Super Petrol, Sh217.86 for Diesel and Sh191.38 for Kerosene in Nairobi. In its latest monthly review, EPRA said the maximum retail prices had been calculated in accordance with the Petroleum Act and applicable regulations. “In accordance with Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No.192 of 2022, we have calculated the…