The government has opened applications for the 11th cohort of the Presidential Digital Talent Program (PDTP), targeting young university graduates seeking to build careers in information and communications technology. The ICT Authority, in a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, invited qualified recent graduates to apply for the 12-month internship programme, which will provide opportunities in both the public and private sectors. “Through this transformative initiative, the Government is looking for young talented Kenyans with a passion for ICT and Public Service to undergo a structured 12-month internship program in both the public and private sectors,” the authority said.…
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The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has advertised the position of Director General as it seeks to recruit a new head to lead the energy sector regulator. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, EPRA said the successful candidate would provide strategic leadership and direction in line with the Authority’s strategic plan. The Director General will oversee the technical and economic regulation of energy sector utilities involved in the generation, importation, exportation, transmission, distribution, supply and use of electrical energy. The successful candidate will also oversee the regulation of petroleum sector activities, including the importation, refining, exportation,…
Kenyatta University (KU) has advertised various job opportunities across different departments and facilities. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, the university said it was seeking to recruit a Tutorial Fellow in the Department of Economic Theory. The Department of General Surgery is also seeking to recruit candidates for the positions of Professor, Associate Professor, Senior Lecturer and Lecturer. KU is further recruiting a Banqueting Supervisor at the North Coast Beach Hotel in Kilifi and a Senior Library Assistant, Grade C/D, at the Post Modern Library. “The terms of service include basic salary and a house allowance,” the…
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has advertised three senior positions as it seeks to strengthen its leadership and operations. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, KNEC said it was seeking to recruit a Director of Assessments Administration, Director of Research, Quality Assurance and Planning, and Deputy Director of Finance and Accounts. The council said successful candidates would be offered competitive remuneration commensurate with the responsibilities of the respective positions. “The Council will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with responsibilities of the position,” KNEC said. Interested and qualified candidates are required to complete and submit the…
The Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) has advertised three senior positions as it seeks to strengthen its leadership team. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, the board said it was seeking to recruit a Director, Corporate Services; Deputy Director, Internal Audit; and Deputy Director, Legal Services. PCPB said interested candidates can access the detailed job descriptions, qualifications and person specifications on its official website. Applicants are required to submit their applications by post, hand delivery or email, accompanied by copies of their academic and professional certificates, testimonials and a detailed curriculum vitae. The CVs should include email…
The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has advertised the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO), inviting qualified candidates to apply. In a notice issued on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, KenGen said interested candidates can access the full job description, qualifications and specifications on the company’s careers website. Applicants are required to submit an application letter, detailed curriculum vitae and copies of their certificates physically to the Chairman of the Board at the Chairman’s Office, Stima Plaza, Pension Plaza II, 10th Floor, P.O. Box 47936-00100, Nairobi. The applications should be clearly titled and referenced “Application for…
The National Police Service (NPS) has arrested 37 suspected gang members in connection with the chaos witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday, August 16, 2026. In an update issued on Monday, August 17, the NPS said the suspects were arrested as investigations and operations continued following criminal incidents reported during the political gathering. The police said the security deployment for the rally was coordinated by the Nyanza Regional Police Commander based on the nature and anticipated requirements of the event. However, the Service said several criminal incidents were recorded, including an attack on journalists…
Security forces in Zambia have seized weapons and arrested 11 people, including senior opposition figures, allegedly involved in an insurrection plot, the government has said. The leading opposition candidate in last Thursday’s presidential election, Brian Mundubile, was also found at the scene of the raid in the capital, Lusaka, according to the country’s top civil servant Patrick Kangwa. Mundubile described Friday night’s raid as “an attempt on my life” adding that “colleagues were shot” in his presence. With results from more than half of the constituencies, he is trailing incumbent Hakainde Hichilema. Mundubile had earlier claimed victory and alleged there…
Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga condemned the violence surrounding the planned Linda Mwananchi rallies in Homa Bay, warning that political leaders risk pushing the country towards a dangerous path if they continue mobilising youths to disrupt political gatherings. Odinga said she was deeply troubled by events preceding the rallies, accusing political leaders of using young people to perpetrate violence and prevent the organisers from holding their meetings. “My heart is bleeding at the events preceding Homa Bay Linda Mwananchi’s scheduled rallies today,” Odinga said. She condemned what she described as attacks targeting the political convoy and the assault of journalists…
Bill Nighy has an estimated net worth of $8 million. The English actor and producer has built his wealth through a career spanning stage, film and television, with more than 160 acting credits. Nighy is best known for films such as Love Actually, Shaun of the Dead, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, The Constant Gardener, About Time, Pride and Detective Pikachu. He also portrayed Davy Jones in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and Rufus Scrimgeour in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1. His career reached another major milestone when he earned an Academy Award nomination…
David Thewlis is an English actor, musician, writer, and director who has a net worth of $2 million. He built his wealth through a career spanning film, television, voice acting, theater, and filmmaking. Thewlis first gained widespread recognition for his acclaimed performance as Johnny in the 1993 film Naked. The role earned him several major acting awards, including Best Actor honors at the Cannes Film Festival and from the New York Film Critics Circle. He later became internationally known for playing Remus Lupin in the Harry Potter film series. His other notable film credits include DragonHeart, Restoration, The Big Lebowski,…
Richard Harris was an Irish actor, singer, producer, and director who had a net worth of $20 million at the time of his death in 2002. He built his fortune through a career spanning film, television, theater, music, and production. Harris became one of Ireland’s most respected actors after earning an Academy Award nomination for his performance in This Sporting Life in 1963. He later won a Golden Globe for playing King Arthur in Camelot and earned another Oscar nomination for The Field. Younger audiences came to know him as Professor Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone…
Peter O’Toole was a British actor, director, producer, and author who had a net worth of $50 million at the time of his death in 2013. He became one of the most celebrated actors of his generation after his breakthrough performance as T.E. Lawrence in the 1962 epic film Lawrence of Arabia. O’Toole enjoyed a career spanning more than five decades, appearing in more than 90 film and television productions. He earned eight Academy Award nominations for acting and became known for performances in films such as Becket, The Lion in Winter, Goodbye, Mr. Chips, The Ruling Class, The Stunt…
José Ferrer had a net worth of $5 million at the time of his death in 1992. The Puerto Rican-American actor, theater director and filmmaker built his wealth through a career spanning Broadway, Hollywood and television. Ferrer made history as the first Puerto Rican and first Hispanic actor to win an Academy Award, earning the Best Actor Oscar for his performance in the 1950 film Cyrano de Bergerac. He was also a highly successful Broadway performer and director, winning five Tony Awards during his career. Beyond acting, Ferrer worked as a stage and film director and appeared in more than…
Miguel Ferrer was an American actor and voice-over artist who had a net worth of $4 million at the time of his death in 2017. He built his wealth through a career spanning film, television and voice acting, becoming one of the most recognizable character actors of his generation. Ferrer was particularly known for playing corporate executive Bob Morton in RoboCop, FBI forensics specialist Albert Rosenfield in Twin Peaks, Dr. Garret Macy in Crossing Jordan and Owen Granger in NCIS: Los Angeles. He also established a successful career as a voice actor, lending his voice to productions including Mulan, Jackie…