Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi addressed the Senate, highlighting Kenya's steady progress in reducing poverty while emphasizing the need for continued efforts to achieve sustainable improvements.During his appearance before the plenary on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Mbadi presented data indicating a gradual decline in the national poverty headcount ratio over
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Ruto Hits Back at Critics, Says Education System Now Stabilised
President William Ruto has defended his administration’s education reforms, saying his government inherited a struggling system plagued by inadequate funding and acute teacher shortages, but has since taken decisive steps to stabilise and improve the sector. Speaking in Kisumu on Monday, the President said education remains a key pillar of
Amendment Bill Good for the Nation, Ruto Confirms
The amendment Bills assented to last week are measures meant to protect the nation from illegal actions that undermine the wellbeing of the people and the security of the country, President William Ruto has said.The President warned Kenyans to be cautious of those who want to use misinformation and disinformation
Warnings Grow of Possible Misuse of NYOTA Youth Fund
Former Roots Party deputy presidential candidate Justina Wamae has questioned the credibility and sustainability of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme. Professor George Wajacoya's former running mate warned that without strict oversight, the Ksh50,000 youth grants could be squandered instead of empowering beneficiaries.In a post shared on X on