Former Tana River Governor Hussein Dado has been appointed as the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Public Service Superannuation Fund Board of Trustees. He will serve for a period of three years. The appointment was announced in a gazette notice dated July 4, 2025, by National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi. In the same notice, Dr. Susan Mambo was named a member of the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board, also effective July 4, 2025. Separately, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui appointed Consolata Rop as a member of the National Standards Council for a three-year term. Meanwhile,…
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President William Ruto has appointed former KEMSA Chief Executive Officer Dr. John Munyu as the new Non-Executive Chairperson of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board. This appointment, effective from July 4, 2025, was made through a gazette notice. Dr. Munyu takes over from Dr. Charles Githinji, whose appointment has been revoked. Dr. Githinji has instead been named the Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors at the Kenya Biovax Institute Limited. “In exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 (1)(a) of the Pharmacy and Poisons Act, as read together with section 51 (1) of the Interpretation and General Provisions Act,…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has warned Kenyans to be alert and report any suspicious activities linked to the Social Health Authority (SHA), as part of efforts to protect public health systems from fraud. He urged the public to use the toll-free number *147# to report cases. Over 22 million Kenyans have registered with SHA. Speaking during a public engagement at Voi Stadium in Taita Taveta County, Duale emphasized the importance of safeguarding the integrity of healthcare services, saying that all Kenyans deserve safe, dignified, and accessible medical care. He also encouraged parents, guardians, and caregivers to ensure all eligible children…
Ten people have died in separate road accidents that occurred overnight in different parts of the country, police have confirmed. One of the deadliest accidents happened at around 5:30pm along the Mombasa-Nairobi Highway at the Mulima Kiu area. A vehicle heading towards Mombasa veered off its lane and collided with six other vehicles. Police said the driver failed to stay in the correct traffic lane, leading to a multiple car crash in which three passengers died on the spot. Another accident was reported on the Kisii-Oyugis Road near the Riverside area, where several people were injured. Details about the exact…
The Tech Interactive, Silicon Valley’s leading science and technology center, is expanding its signature engineering design program in Kenya with the 2025 Tech Challenge, featuring showcases in Kisumu and Nakuru. This year’s event has attracted close to 5,000 students from more than 1,000 schools, doubling last year’s participation and marking a significant step in global STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) outreach. Since 1986, the Tech Challenge has encouraged young innovators to solve real-world problems using engineering principles. First introduced in Kenya in 2023 with 750 students, the program has seen tremendous growth, drawing 2,700 participants in 2024 and…
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has warned that organised criminal groups are exploiting Gen Z-led demonstrations to cause chaos and destruction across the country. Speaking during an official visit to Nakuru County on Friday, Kagwe said while peaceful protests are protected under the Constitution, recent incidents of vandalism and looting point to the work of criminals—not genuine demonstrators. “It is not our children. It’s not the Gen Z demonstrators who were doing those things. That is terrorism, not the work of Gen Z. Don’t be misled,” said Kagwe. He called on citizens to stay vigilant and protect public and private…
Mark Estes, a rising star in the world of social media and digital entertainment, was born on October 9, 1999, making him 25 years old as of 2025. Best known for his viral TikTok content and as a core member of the Montana Boyz crew, Estes has carved out a space for himself as both a digital influencer and a former college athlete. Mark Estes Birthday: October 9 Early Life Before gaining traction online, Mark Estes showcased his talent on the football field. He played college football at Montana State University and Montana Tech, where he earned a reputation for…
Ariana White is 22 years old as of 2025. She was born on November 23, 2003, and has quickly become a prominent face in the digital influencer world. Known for her magnetic presence on both Instagram and TikTok, Ariana has amassed over 280,000 followers on her arianaawhite Instagram page and more than 210,000 followers on her ari_booooooooooo TikTok account. Ariana White Age: 22 years (As of 2025) Nickname: Ariana Birthday: November 23, 2003 Birthplace: Florida, United States Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius Nationality: American Religion: Christianity Profession: Model, Instagram Star, TikTok Star Height: 152 cm (5’0″) Weight: 45 kg (99 lbs) Hair…
Several principals from technical and vocational training institutions were sent away by Members of Parliament after failing to adequately respond to audit queries during a session held at Parliament Buildings on Thursday, July 3. The session was led by Bumula MP Wanami Wamboka, chair of the Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education, and focused on how funds were used in the 2022/2023 and 2023/2024 financial years. Maasai Mara Technical Training Institute Principal Rachel Kimani was among those turned away. Accompanied by a finance officer, she was dismissed for failing to bring along key officers who could provide proper audit…
The National Assembly’s Committee on Delegated Legislation has reviewed a set of new regulations that could reshape Kenya’s media landscape, including penalties for misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and stricter control over live broadcasts. During a session chaired by Ainabkoi MP Samuel Chepkonga, lawmakers scrutinized the proposed Code of Conduct for Media Practice, 2025, which was presented by Information, Communication and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo. The session was also attended by Telecommunications and Broadcasting Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke and Media Council of Kenya (MCK) CEO David Omwoyo. The proposed Code seeks to align media regulation with global digital…
Nairobi City County has recorded its highest-ever revenue collection since the start of devolution, raking in Sh13.8 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year. This marks a sharp increase from last year’s Sh12.8 billion, representing a growth of Sh1 billion. The milestone is being attributed to bold reforms and aggressive enforcement of revenue collection. Confirming the achievement, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja praised the county’s efforts despite recent political unrest in the capital. “Sh13.8 billion is a record since devolution. It’s up from last year’s Sh12.8 billion—a strong Sh1 billion jump. With this momentum, we can aim even higher. It’s possible when…
Liverpool star Diogo Jota has died in a car crash, according to local reports in Spain. The 28-year-old Portuguese forward died in a crash near Zamora, in northwestern Spain, according to the Spanish news agency EFE. According to Marca, Jota and his brother Andre, also a professional footballer, both died when the vehicle they were travelling in came off the road in the province of Zamora and burst into flames. Jota signed for Liverpool in September 2020 from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a fee of more than £40million. Diogo Jota was born as Diogo José Teixeira da Silva on December 4,…
Robert Rushing is 38 years old as of 2025. He was born on December 15, 1986, in Atlanta, Georgia, and has built a multifaceted career as a former athlete, sports manager, fitness coach, and entrepreneur. Widely recognized for his marriage to television personality and author Toya Johnson, Rushing is also known by his nickname “Red.” Robert Rushing Age 38 Years (As of 2025) Date of Birth December 15, 1986 Place of Birth Atlanta, Georgia Nationality American Who Is Robert Rushing? Robert Rushing is an American businessman and celebrity spouse who rose to public attention through his relationship with Toya Johnson,…
The Ministry of Health has launched a nationwide 10-day integrated vaccination campaign targeting measles, rubella, and typhoid, which will run across all 47 counties from July 5 to 14, 2025. Speaking during the launch in Nairobi, Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth said the campaign aims to reach more than 15 million children across Kenya. He described the initiative as a major investment in the country’s future. “This is more than a health intervention — it’s a bold commitment to our children’s future and a shared investment in Kenya’s prosperity,” said Dr. Amoth. The vaccination drive will include the…
The National Assembly Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation has pledged to embrace digital diplomacy and emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help drive Kenya’s economic transformation. The Committee, chaired by Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie, made the commitment during a meeting with Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology, Ambassador Philip Thigo. Kiarie emphasized the need for Members of Parliament to be equipped with digital literacy skills to strengthen their role in crafting laws that support the growth of AI and digital innovation. “I intend to engage the Centre for Parliamentary Studies and Training to ensure that Members of…