The Senate Standing Committee on Labour and Social Welfare has launched a tough investigation into the challenges faced by Kenyan jobseekers who were shortlisted for diaspora jobs but never got placements, exposing cases of fraud and poor oversight in the recruitment process. Chaired by Vice Chairperson Senator Crystal Asige, the Committee heard disturbing accounts from affected individuals, recruitment agencies, and regulatory bodies. The meeting sought to uncover the reasons behind the growing number of complaints from job seekers who either lost money or failed to secure overseas employment despite meeting all requirements. Appearing before the committee were representatives from the…
Author: David Wafula
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has assured Senators that the government is committed to improving accountability and transparency in the management of public funds through the implementation of the Treasury Single Account (TSA). Speaking before the Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations, Mbadi said the Cabinet had already approved the roll-out of the TSA system, which aims to consolidate all government revenues into a single account at the Central Bank of Kenya. This move follows revelations from a report by the Controller of Budget that counties are currently operating 1,854 commercial bank accounts, against the Public Finance Management…
The Judiciary has raised alarm over a massive Sh20.75 billion budget shortfall that it says is crippling the delivery of justice in Kenya. Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Winfridah Mokaya made the plea during a presentation of the State of the Judiciary and Administration of Justice Report (SOJAR) for the 2023/2024 financial year before the Senate Committee on Justice, Legal Affairs, and Human Rights. Mokaya said despite limited funds, the Judiciary had achieved significant milestones — including expanding High Court stations to 46 out of 47 counties and resolving over 509,000 cases, marking a 99% clearance rate. However, she warned…
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), in partnership with the international BioRescue consortium, is entering a critical phase in a bold scientific mission to save the northern white rhino (NWR) from extinction. After the death of the last male NWR, Sudan, in 2018, only two females—Najin and her daughter Fatu—remain. Both are housed at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia, Kenya. The current hope lies in advanced Assisted Reproduction Techniques (ART), which scientists believe could bring new life to the nearly extinct species. The process involves collecting eggs from Najin and Fatu, then flying them to a lab in Cremona, Italy, within…
The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has provisionally suspended marathon world record-holder Ruth Chepng’etich over a doping violation. According to a statement by the AIU, the Kenyan athlete tested positive for Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), a banned diuretic, in a sample collected on March 14, 2024. The results, reported to the AIU on April 3, showed a concentration of 3800 ng/mL in her urine. A Notice of Charge has now been issued against Chepng’etich following an investigation into the matter. AIU head Brett Clothier said Chepng’etich was informed and interviewed in person in Kenya on April 16, where she cooperated fully with the…
Former Rarieda Member of Parliament Bob Francis Jalango has died. The news of his passing was announced by current Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo in a statement issued on July 17, 2025. Jalango served as the MP for Rarieda from 1988 to 1992. His time in office is remembered for laying the groundwork for the development of the constituency. “On behalf of the great people of Rarieda Constituency, my family and I extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Hon. Bob Francis Jalango. We share in your grief during this immensely trying time,”…
The Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations has proposed widening the scope of the Colonial Reparations Bill, 2025 to include injustices committed after Kenya gained independence. During a session chaired by Isiolo Senator Fatuma Dullo, members argued that limiting the Bill to colonial-era violations would ignore the pain many Kenyans have endured under successive governments since 1963. “Historical injustices are still going on right now in this country. We should not focus only on the injustices committed during the colonial period,” said Dullo. She added, “The proposed Bill should be expanded to address the injustices that Kenyans…
Kenya has opened talks with Ghana aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and improving regional integration through transport and trade. The chairperson of the Committee on Regional Integration, Hon. Irene Mayaka, led a delegation that met with Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in Accra. During the meeting, Mayaka emphasized the need to explore untapped potential between the two nations. She called for the introduction of direct flights and shipping routes between Nairobi and Accra to ease the movement of people and goods. “There is an urgent need to explore direct flight and shipping links between…
Lawyer Silas Jakakimba, a former personal assistant to opposition leader Raila Odinga, and his wife Florence Adhiambo have announced their separation after three years of marriage. In a joint statement shared on social media on Wednesday, July 17, the couple said the decision to part ways was mutual and came after deep reflection. “After careful consideration and much reflection, we – Silas Jakakimba and Florence Adhiambo – have made the difficult but extremely considerate decision to separate,” read part of their statement. The two expressed gratitude to their families and spiritual mentors for the support they received during the process.…
A new report by Usawa Agenda has revealed a sharp decline in Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers in Kenya, even as more children continue to enroll in schools. The number of ECDE teachers dropped from 92,359 in 2019 to 69,561 in 2022, a major concern for the sector. The report also shows that student enrolment in ECDE centres rose by nearly 5% between 2018 and 2021, with more than 32,000 public ECDE centres currently in operation compared to 15,000 private ones. Although ECDE is managed by counties, the national government still plays a key role in providing policy guidelines,…
A recent report by Usawa Agenda has revealed alarming disparities in learning outcomes among Kenyan pupils, highlighting serious challenges in reading comprehension, teacher preparedness, and access to facilities. The report, titled State of Education in Kenya, shows that only 4 out of 10 Grade 4 learners can read and understand a Grade 3-level English story. Even more concerning, 3 out of 10 Grade 6 learners are unable to do the same. In marginalized areas such as the North Eastern region, the situation is worse — only 2 in 10 Grade 4 pupils can comprehend a Grade 3-level English story. Learners…
Five Kenyan officers have joined a regional training in Botswana aimed at strengthening the fight against human trafficking. The training, which is taking place at the International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) in Otse, is being conducted by Special Agents from the U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). In a statement issued on Thursday, the U.S. Embassy in Kenya said the officers are drawn from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), including the anti-human trafficking, child protection, and economic crimes units. The program brings together about 40 officers from Kenya and other African countries including Botswana, Cameroon, Djibouti, Gabon, Mauritius, and Lesotho.…
The Judiciary has expressed deep concern over increasing attacks on judicial officers, particularly in relation to bail and bond decisions. In a statement released Thursday, Judicial Service Commission (JSC) Secretary Winfridah Makoya said the recent wave of criticism followed rulings made by judges at the Nanyuki and Kahawa Law Courts. “It is in this context that the commission expresses grave concerns over the escalating trend of public vilification and unwarranted personal attacks directed at judicial officers in the discharge of their judicial functions,” said Makoya. She explained that the decisions were made in accordance with the Constitution, the Criminal Procedure…
YouTube has announced that it will no longer monetize videos that lack real human input, including those using AI-generated voices, poorly edited compilations, or reused footage with no added value. The new policy, which took effect on July 15, 2025, marks a major change in how the platform rewards originality. Over the past year, YouTube has been flooded with what critics call “AI slop”—content made from synthetic voices, stock clips, and little or no commentary. These include fake movie trailers, TikTok-style quote videos, and silent slideshows. Though technically “new,” such content has been criticized as creatively empty. The wave of…
Bobby Parrish, the celebrated founder of the FlavCity YouTube channel, is 46 years old as of 2025. He was born on January 6, 1979, and has grown into one of the most recognizable faces in the online food community. Known for his energetic cooking tutorials and practical meal prep advice, Bobby has attracted a massive fanbase of over 9 million subscribers on YouTube. Bobby Parrish Age 46 years (as of 2025) Date of Birth January 6, 1979 Place of Birth Chicago, IL Nationality American Zodiac Sign Capricorn From Finance to Food Fame After graduating with a bachelor’s degree from the…