TikTok ceased operations in the United States late Saturday and was removed from Apple and Google app stores, ahead of a law mandating the app's shutdown, which affects approximately 170 million American users. President-elect Donald Trump indicated earlier that he would likely grant TikTok a 90-day reprieve from the ban once
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PS Omollo urges Kenyan leaders to support Government initiatives
Principal Secretary for Interior Raymond Omollo has urged Kenyan leaders to refrain from negative criticism of the government and instead focus on supporting its mandate. Speaking in Rarieda constituency on Saturday, Omollo emphasized that leaders have a responsibility to be accountable and responsible for their actions. He expressed concern that negativity
Orengo – Do not be part of Ruto’s praise and worship
Siaya Governor James Orengo has criticized a faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) for their uncritical support of President William Ruto, urging party members to question the government’s decisions. Speaking during the memorial service for Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) chairperson Roseline Odede in Uyoma, Rarieda Sub-county, Orengo
Aisha Jumwa and Millicent Omanga secure new state appointments
In a recent wave of appointments, former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa and ex-Nominated Senator Millicent Omanga have been given significant roles in the government. According to a gazette notice issued on Friday, President William Ruto has appointed Jumwa as the non-Executive Chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board, a position she
Kisumu Governor Calls for Urgent Action on Baby Samantha Pendo Murder Case
Kisumu Governor Prof. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o has urged Chief Justice Martha Koome to urgently intervene in the prolonged murder case of Baby Samantha Pendo, a six-month-old who tragically lost her life during post-election protests in 2017. In a press statement issued on Friday, Governor Nyong’o expressed frustration over the lack of
Lugulu Girls School celebrates KCSE Results after Delay
Teachers and students at Lugulu Girls School in Bungoma are overjoyed following the release of the 2024 KCSE results, which had previously been withheld by the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC). The school achieved an impressive mean grade of 9.3417, with 99 percent of its students—672 out of 676—qualifying for
Prof. Noah Midamba appointed new chair of Moi University Council
The Ministry of Education has appointed Prof. Noah Midamba as the new Chairperson of the Moi University Council, a move made in response to ongoing management issues within the institution. Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba announced the appointment in a gazette notice dated Friday, January 17, 2025, which also revoked
Trump seeks to shield TikTok amid new sale deadline
MPs Push for salary increase amidst economic hardship
Members of Parliament are advocating for a pay rise from the current Ksh. 725,502 to Ksh. 739,600 per month, despite the ongoing economic challenges that have left many Kenyans struggling with a high cost of living. During parliamentary proceedings on Thursday, MPs approved the appointment of new commissioners to the Salaries
Violence claims 30 lives in Colombia as peace talks with ELN suspended
Authorities reported that thirty people have been killed in violent clashes between rival leftist groups near Colombia's volatile border with Venezuela, prompting President Gustavo Petro to suspend peace negotiations with the National Liberation Army (ELN). The president accused the ELN of committing "war crimes" during this recent surge of violence, which