The Senate resumes today, Tuesday, February 11, 2025, marking the start of the Fourth Session of the 4th Senate after a lengthy recess that began in December 2024. One of the major activities on the agenda is the reconstitution of key Senate Committees, which will play a crucial role in steering legislative business in the coming months. Among the committees to be reconstituted are the Senate Business Committee, which will be established under Standing Order 190 (1), the County Public Accounts Committee under Standing Order 193, the County Public Investments and Special Funds Committee in line with Standing Order 194,…
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Parliament has announced new measures to enhance security following the Gen Z-led protests that saw part of the parliamentary complex set on fire. The protests, which took place on June 25, 2024, were sparked by public outrage over the Finance Bill. Demonstrators stormed Parliament, causing significant damage before security forces intervened. In response, legislators are now prioritizing security reforms while also addressing concerns about public participation in governance. Speaking at the Planning Workshop for the Fourth Session, themed ‘Building a Resilient and Balanced Workforce’, Senate Clerk Jeremiah Nyegenye outlined a series of proposed reforms aimed at improving security, strengthening public…
Kenya has been ranked among the top 100 most corrupt countries globally in the latest Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released by Transparency International (TI). The 2024 report places Kenya at position 121 out of 180 countries assessed, highlighting persistent corruption challenges in the country. The CPI ranks countries based on perceived levels of public sector corruption, using a scale of 0 to 100—where 100 represents the least corrupt and 0 the most corrupt. Kenya scored 32 points, a slight improvement from 31 in 2023, but still below the Sub-Saharan Africa average of 33 and the global average of 43. In…
Several government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) have announced job openings for Kenyans, with applications now open for various positions. According to a notice in MyGov on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, job opportunities are available in multiple institutions, including the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), South Nyanza Sugar Company (SonySugar), Nuclear Power and Energy Agency, Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD), Capital Markets Authority (CMA), and University of Kabianga. Available Job Opportunities Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) is seeking to recruit a Director of Finance, Director of Legal Services, and Deputy Director of Corporate Communication.…
The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has advertised 149 vacancies for various positions at its headquarters and regional offices. In a notice published in MyGov on Tuesday, February 2025, NPSC Chief Executive Officer Peter Leley stated that the recruitment process will be conducted competitively in line with Section 17(1) of the NPSC Act, 2011 (revised 2014) and Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya. Among the positions advertised are Director of ICT, Director of Finance and Administration, Internal Audit Manager, Administration Manager, and Supply Chain Management Manager, each with one vacancy. The commission is also seeking to hire…
The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has announced eight scholarship opportunities for Kenyan citizens interested in pursuing a Master of Science degree in Actuarial Management at BAYES Business School in the United Kingdom. In a notice published in MyGov on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, IRA said: “the scholarship will cater for tuition, travel, accommodation and any other incidental expenses.” To be eligible, applicants must have a Bachelor of Science degree in Actuarial Science with at least Upper Second-Class Honors or an equivalent qualification. Additionally, candidates should have graduated within the last six years and must have made significant progress toward becoming…
AFC Leopards have confirmed the departure of Rwandan striker Arthur Gitego after both parties agreed to terminate his contract. In a statement released on Tuesday, February 11, the club announced that Gitego’s exit comes after mutual consent, ending his stint at the club after just one year. “We would like to confirm the release of our striker Arthur Gitego on mutual agreement. Arthur had penned a two-year contract upon joining the club on January 16, 2024, from Marines FC, Rwanda,” the club said in the statement. Gitego was the top scorer in the 2023/24 FKF Cup with five goals and…
Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, has an estimated net worth of $70 billion. While official records show a modest salary and assets, reports suggest that Putin has secret stakes in major Russian energy companies, making him one of the richest world leaders. Vladimir Putin Net Worth $70 Million Date of Birth Oct 7, 1952 Place of Birth Saint Petersburg Nationality American Profession Politician How Putin Built His Fortune Putin started his political career in the early 1990s, serving as Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg. In 1999, he became Russia’s Prime Minister and later assumed the presidency after Boris Yeltsin’s…
Millie Bobby Brown, the British actress who rose to international fame through her role in Stranger Things, has amassed a net worth of $14 million. Her journey from a child actor to one of Hollywood’s most promising young stars has been marked by high-profile projects, brand endorsements, and business ventures. Millie Bobby Brown Net Worth $14 Million Date of Birth Feb 19, 2004 Place of Birth Marbella, Málaga, Andalusia Nationality Brits Profession Actress Breakthrough with Stranger Things Brown made her acting debut in Once Upon a Time in Wonderland (2013) and later appeared in TV series like Intruders (2014) and…
Chief Justice Martha Koome has introduced new Practice Directions to enhance the management and swift resolution of gender justice cases within the Judiciary. The guidelines, published in a gazette notice on February 7, 2025, are aimed at improving efficiency, reducing delays, and ensuring that victims are treated with dignity throughout the legal process. “The overriding objective of the Practice Directions is to create a procedure by which courts can hear and determine gender justice cases in a manner that promotes gender equity and fairness,” Koome stated. The new directives focus on streamlining case management and preventing re-traumatization of victims. They…
The Ministry of Health has identified contaminated beef as the likely cause of food poisoning at St. Thomas Aquinas Igumori Secondary School in Embu County. Several students developed severe stomach pains, vomiting, and diarrhea after consuming a meal at the school. Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, Mary Muthoni Muriuki, stated on Monday that preliminary investigations pointed to the consumption of contaminated beef as the source of the illness. She assured the public that the ministry, in collaboration with the County Government of Embu, had taken control of the situation. “The general public, parents, and students are hereby…
Chief Justice Martha Koome has appointed a new board for the Legal Education Appeals Tribunal (LEAT), which handles disputes related to legal education in Kenya. The appointments were made through a gazette notice dated February 7, 2025. Felix Otieno Oketch has been named the chairperson, taking over from Rose Mbanya. Yatani Godana and Ngulu Joshua Mbind will serve as members, with their tenure set for three years. “IN EXERCISE of the powers conferred by Article 172 (1) (a) of the Constitution of Kenya and section 29 (1) of the Legal Education Act, the Judicial Service Commission appoints— Under paragraph 29…
Chief Justice Martha Koome has established a Civil Appellate Division of the High Court at Milimani Law Courts, a move aimed at streamlining the handling of civil appeals. The division, which takes effect today, February 10, 2025, was officially announced through a gazette notice dated February 7. “In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 11 of the High Court (Organization and Administration) Act, 2015, the Chief Justice has established a Civil Appellate Division of the High Court at Milimani Law Courts, with effect from the 10th February, 2025,” the notice reads. The newly established division will exclusively handle appeals…
President William Ruto has reappointed former Nyeri Police Commander Adiel Nyange as the Chairperson of the Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) for a three-year term. “In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 11(1)(a) of the Private Security Regulation Act, I, William Samoei Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, reappoint Adiel Nyange to be the Chairperson of the Private Security Regulatory Authority for a period of three (3) years, with effect from February 7, 2025,” read the official gazette notice. Nyange previously served as the PSRA board chair for a brief period following…
Information, Communication, and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has addressed the hacking of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) social media accounts on Facebook and X. The breach comes just days after the Facebook account of the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), a government-owned media outlet, was also compromised. In a statement on Monday, Kabogo emphasized that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility and urged the public to remain vigilant. Kenya’s Business Registration Service (BRS) days before had also suffered a significant data breach, exposing sensitive information of various private companies, including those linked to President William Ruto and the Kenyatta…