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The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) Chief Executive Officer Agnes Wahome now says that the long-standing Grade C+ cut-off for university admission is no longer sustainable. Speaking on Tuesday, January 27, the KUCCPS boss said the university entry grade could soon be removed as the country’s education system fully transitions to the … Continue reading “KUCCPS CEO reveals plans to remove C+ as university entry grade upon full transition to CBC”
Judicial Service Commission (JSC) Vice Chairperson Isaac Ruto has come under intense public scrutiny after he was spotted attending the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Governing Council meeting at State House, Nairobi. The appearance has reignited debate about the independence of the Judiciary and the appropriateness of a senior judicial official openly associating with a … Continue reading “JSC Vice Chair Isaac Ruto under fire after attending State House UDA meeting”
The United States Department of State has announced that Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is set to visit Kenya. In a statement, the State Department said Landau will begin his trip in Egypt before proceeding to Ethiopia, Kenya then Djibouti, over an itinerary spanning late January to early February. “Deputy Secretary of State Christopher … Continue reading “US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to Visit Kenya (DETAILS)”
A former deputy headteacher has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for defiling a 13-year-old pupil. The accused, John Kamau, was sentenced by Resident Magistrate Evangelista Kithinji, who found that the prosecution had proved its case beyond a reasonable doubt during the court proceedings. The court heard that the offences were committed between April … Continue reading “Deputy headteacher sentenced to 28 years for defilement”
Kenya and Germany have intensified discussions on labour mobility, seeking to align Kenya’s growing skilled professionals with Germany’s labour market needs as part of a broader bilateral migration and human resource development framework. The talks were held in Germany on Tuesday, January 27, between Irene Karari, Director for Skills and Expertise at Kenya’s State Department … Continue reading “Kenya and Germany explore labour migration sdolutions amid demand for skilled workers”
Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi has announced his retirement from active politics after more than three decades of public service, choosing instead to dedicate his efforts to promoting happiness and mentoring political leaders on life beyond elective positions. Speaking on Tuesday, January 27, after receiving an honorary doctorate from Laikipia University in recognition of his … Continue reading “Kiraitu Murungi retires from active politics”
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urged legislators to give priority to pension funding, warning that a majority of current MPs may not return to Parliament after the 2027 General Election. Addressing lawmakers during the 2026 National Assembly Legislative Retreat, Wetangula cited findings from a pensions and actuarial report indicating that about 56 per cent … Continue reading “56% of MPs won’t be re-elected – Wetangula says as he pushes for pension funding”
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has dismissed reports of rolling out mandatory physical fitness tests for Public Service Vehicles (PSV) and commercial drivers. In a statement on Wednesday, January 28, NTSA said the eyesight testing drive held by ENA Coach should not be misconstrued as the commencement of the mandatory physical fitness tests. … Continue reading “NTSA clarifies rolling out mandatory physical fitness tests for PSV drivers”
East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has accused the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) of intimidating its members and enforcing loyalty through incentives and coercion. Speaking in an interview with Citizen TV on Tuesday, Winnie alleged that party members who publicly support her are being de-whipped and subjected to pressure. She claimed that loyalty forms … Continue reading “ODM members are being forced to declare loyalty to government; Winnie Odinga”
Oketch Salah has broken his silence after EALA Member of Parliament Winnie Odinga called him out over remarks he made regarding the late Raila Odinga’s final moments. In a statement on Wednesday, January 28, Salah said he watched Winnie’s interview on Citizen TV and initially chose not to respond out of respect. However, he said … Continue reading “Oketch Salah responds after Winnie Odinga said he should be in Mathare Hospital”