The government has unveiled 1,236 development projects to be implemented in 1,424 marginalized areas across Kenya under the Equalization Fund. These projects target 366 wards in 111 constituencies and 34 counties, guided by the Second Marginalization Policy of 2017 developed by the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA). President William Ruto announced that the projects will include constructing 115 classrooms, drilling and equipping 117 boreholes for water provision, excavating 41 water pans, and building 176 health facilities, 53 of which will be fully equipped to serve the public. “These projects, costing Ksh 8.1 billion, will provide essential services to over 6…
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Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa has addressed reports surrounding the leasing of medical equipment under the National Equipment Service Program (NESP). This comes after the program transitioned to a new model following the expiry of the Medical Equipment Service (MES) program in December 2023. In a statement issued on Wednesday, December 4, Barasa explained that the transition strategy was developed in line with resolutions from the 10th Extraordinary Summit held between the National and County Governments on December 18, 2023. “A technical committee, comprising representatives from the Ministry of Health and County Governors, was established to oversee the transition…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) has raised concerns over inadequate budgetary allocations as it unveiled its Strategic Plan for 2023-2027. The plan, presented to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Wednesday Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Ingonga underscores significant challenges the office faces in fulfilling its prosecutorial mandate. A key concern outlined in the report is the underfunding of the Prosecution Training Institute (PTI), which hampered its implementation during the previous strategic period. “Inadequate resources and budgetary allocation for the infrastructural development of PTI,”Ingonga said. The ODPP attributed the setbacks to insufficient resources for infrastructure development and…
Opposition parties in South Korea submitted a motion to impeach Yoon Suk Yeol, the president, after he was forced to end a martial law declaration across the country. The impeachment motion was filed Wednesday and could be put to a vote by the end of the week. What’s the process of President Yoon Suk Yeol? More than two-thirds of the 300 members in the National Assembly will need to vote in favour of the impeachment for it to pass. That means it needs at least 201 votes. Once it has been approved, a trial will be held in front of…
President William Ruto has signed into law three pivotal bills designed to enhance county financing, streamline property valuation, and boost water infrastructure development across Kenya. On Wednesday, Ruto assented to the Division of Revenue (Amendment) Bill, 2024, the Rating Bill, 2022, and the Water (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The Division of Revenue (Amendment) Act, 2024, allocates Sh387 billion as an equitable share of revenue to counties for the 2024/2025 financial year. This amount represents 24.67% of the most recently audited revenue, surpassing the 15% minimum constitutional requirement. Originally, the Finance Bill, 2024, proposed Sh400 billion for counties. However, the figure was…
An honorary degree is a prestigious academic accolade conferred by a university or institution to individuals who have made significant contributions to society in various fields. Unlike traditional degrees earned through formal academic study, honorary degrees recognize excellence, achievements, or service without requiring recipients to complete academic coursework or examinations. However, the process of awarding such degrees is governed by specific criteria to maintain the integrity and value of the recognition. Below is the criteria for earning honorary degrees. Recognition of Exceptional Achievements One of the primary criteria for awarding honorary degrees is exceptional achievement in a particular field. This…
All police officers who are currently on leave were Wednesday directed to resume duty with immediate effect. They are required to enhance security operations ahead of the festive season. A total of 10,317 officers from the National Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, Kenya Wildlife Service, Kenya Forestry Service and the Kenya Coast Guard Service have been deployed to manage public safety and address violations. Interior Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo said Wednesday all Regional and County Security and Intelligence Committees have been ordered to operationalize Multi Agency command centres with dedicated personnel from all security agencies. “All multi-agency command centres…
Taylor Swift is preparing for a well-earned break as her monumental Eras Tour wraps up on December 8 in Vancouver, British Columbia. The pop sensation, who has performed over 150 shows since the tour began in March 2023, is eager to relax after nearly two years on the road. “Taylor’s exhausted,” an insider told Us Weekly. “She’s excited for some relaxation and downtime.” The singer plans to spend much of her break in Kansas City with her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. The couple, who started dating last summer during Swift’s demanding tour schedule, is looking forward to enjoying everyday…
Brynn Whitfield, star of The Real Housewives of New York City, has shared her deeply personal experience of becoming “asexual for months” following a sexual assault at the age of 34. Speaking to People, Whitfield recalled the shock and disbelief she felt, saying, “It wasn’t in my brain that that happened to a 30-year-old woman living in Manhattan.” The assault left Whitfield feeling “numb” and overwhelmed by disgust. She tearfully described trying to cope with the trauma, saying, “You just go home, and you just shower, and you just want to pretend like it didn’t happen.” Despite her efforts, she…
Tragedy struck the student fraternity at the United States International University (USIU) in Nairobi after one of them died by suicide on Wednesday morning. The Tanzanian male student died after he jumped off the 14th floor of an apartment in Kasarani area, Nairobi. Police said they are investigating suicide in the incident. He was a second-year student at the time of the incident, police and his colleagues said. The victim left a suicide note addressed to his parents, police and colleagues said. Details of the suicide note were not immediately made public. The body of the student was discovered Wednesday…
A former interior Principal Secretary was Tuesday arrested and detained at the Muthaiga police cells pending arraignment over a Sh200 land fraud case. The former powerful PS Dave Mwangi was picked up from his Karen home and driven to the Directorate of Criminal Investigation for processing before he is arraigned with forgery, and conspiracy to defraud. This was after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions approved charges proposed against Mwangi. Mwangi was a PS under former president Mwai Kibaki. He is Wednesday expected to take plea in the matter, police said. Police investigations showed one Hasmita Patel care…
Second car dealer Joseph Kairo Wambui, also known as Khalif Kairo spent his Tuesday night in custody after his arrest over claims of obtaining with false pretenses. Kairo is Wednesday expected in court where police said they will make a miscellaneous application for his detention pending probe into the claims of obtaining with false pretenses. This was after the police received up to four complaints relating to his business. Police handling the cases said their moves will help him be safe and also satisfy the complainants. “The complaints are many and for justice to be seen to be done we…
Actress and producer Mindy Kaling is proving that you don’t need to break the bank to look and feel great. Ahead of Cyber Week, the star of The Mindy Project revealed her top Amazon picks to InStyle, including a $13 red-carpet essential—Hollywood Fashion Secrets Body Contour Tape. “I would be nothing without my fashion boob tape from Amazon to help for big red carpet events,” Kaling shared. Made from spandex and cotton, the tape provides seamless lifting and contouring beneath any outfit, making it a favorite for formal occasions. Fans on Amazon seem to agree, calling it “super comfortable” and…
Taylor Swift is “really happy” for Beyoncé, who was recently named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, according to a source close to the singer. “Taylor will always support strong female artists and thinks Beyoncé is so deserving of this honor,” the insider told Page Six. Swift, who was ranked second on the list, is reportedly unfazed by her runner-up position despite some disappointment among her fans. “Taylor appreciates all the fan support but knows Beyoncé is a legend in the music industry,” the source added. “She’s proud of her own accomplishments and feels honored to…
Nathan “Nate” Kane Mathers, half-brother to renowned rapper Eminem, has shared his emotions following the death of their mother, Debbie Nelson. Nelson passed away at the age of 69 after battling advanced lung cancer. Also Read: Eminem’s mother, Debbie Nelson, dies at 69 One day after the news of her death surfaced, Nate expressed his feelings on Instagram, saying he was filled with “hatred and mixed emotions.” Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III, has not yet publicly commented on his mother’s passing. The family’s history has been marked by years of estrangement. Nate, now 38, was placed in foster care…