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Government announces pay rise for Police, Prison and NYS officers

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 4 – Government has announced reforms across the Kenya Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service and National Youth Service are being implemented under a structured four-pillar transformation framework designed to strengthen service delivery, professionalism and accountability. The reform agenda focuses on Institutional Capacity Development, Operational Preparedness and Logistical Capacity, Oversight and Accountability and…

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Aviation Workers call off strike after KAWU reaches deal with the Transport and Labour Ministries

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 17 – The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has signed a return to work formula, officially concluding the Air Traffic Control (ATC) staff strike that disrupted operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The resolution follows after a mediation meeting led by the Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Transport, Mr. Davis…

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Skyward Express Launches Scheduled Flights to Vipingo Ridge

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14 – Skyward Express has formally inaugurated its new scheduled service between Nairobi’s Wilson Airport and the premier Vipingo Ridge, a strategic move aimed at streamlining travel to Kenya’s North Coast. This latest expansion not only enhances the carrier’s domestic footprint but also offers business and leisure travelers a sophisticated direct link…

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PS Kimotho Graces Handover of Water Availability and Demand Tool, Marking Milestone in Digital Water Governance

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 23 – The Principal Secretary for Irrigation, CPA Ephantus Kimotho on January 22 2025 presided over the handover of the Water Availability and Demand (WAD) Tool from the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) to the National Irrigation Authority (NIA) at the NIA Headquarters, marking a major milestone in Kenya’s transition to data-driven…

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Carrefour Expands East African Footprint with Major Entry into Ethiopian Market

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, Jan 7 – Carrefour has officially entered into a strategic franchise and supply partnership with Queens Supermarket PLC, a subsidiary of the Midroc Investment Group, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of East Africa’s retail landscape. The collaboration aims to introduce Carrefour’s globally recognized banners, operational expertise and diverse product range…

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GSU Men’s Team Clinches Kipchumba Karori International Title

UASIN GISHU, Kenya, Dec 22 – The Kipchumba Karori International Volleyball Tournament has concluded at Eldoret Polytechnic, capping off an exhilarating day of fiercely contested finals. The atmosphere was electric as elite teams from across the region delivered a masterclass in athleticism and grit, capping off a high-stakes competition that has solidified Eldoret’s reputation as…

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Kenya Space Agency and DeKUT Forge Strategic Alliance to Advance Space Research and Innovation

NYERI, Kenya, Dec 18 – The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) and Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) strengthened their partnership in space research and innovation by signing a Collaborative Agreement at DeKUT in Nyeri County. KSA Director General Brigadier Hillary Kipkosgey and DeKUT Vice Chancellor Prof. Eng. Peter N. Muchiri, EBS signed the agreement marking…

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Eritrea Withdraws from IGAD, Cites Loss of Mandate and Regional Impact

ASMARA, Eritrea, Dec 15 –Eritrea has officially informed the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) of its decision to withdraw from the regional bloc, according to a statement released by the country’s Ministry of Information. Asmara said its withdrawal stems from what it characterized as IGAD’s persistent failure to uphold its mandate, serve the interests of…

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