African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka had a heated exchange with Abdi Mohamud, Deputy CEO of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), during a Senate session. Onyonka criticized the EACC for failing in its duties, particularly concerning allegations against First Choice Recruitment Agency, accused of defrauding thousands of Kenyan youths. Onyonka suggested that the EACC should be […]
The Senate issued a firm message to the government regarding the controversial Adani deal, with Senator Onyonka Richard Momoima leading the charge. In his statement, he not only called for the protection of whistleblower Nelson Amenya, who has been facing harassment and threats, but also delivered a bold message to President William Ruto’s administration. Tell […]
Today, the Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife, Ms. Rebecca Miano, visited the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) in Tsavo West National Park for a familiarization visit. Established in 1990, the LEA is mandated to provide paramilitary training and upskilling courses to KWS uniformed staff and other wildlife stakeholders. Since its inception, […]
The government has secured a Sh40 billion loan from China to advance 15 halted road projects across more than ten counties, aiming to alleviate the issues caused by incomplete infrastructure. Ndindi Nyoro, Chairman of the Budget and Appropriation Committee, announced that construction is set to begin next month and will take approximately three years to […]
Kenya plans to increase diaspora remittance to sh1 trillion by 2027 Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said. Mudavadi said that last year Kenyans working abroad sent home Sh.671 billion which was bigger than the traditional foreign income earners of tea and coffee combined signaling the new cash cow for the country. Speaking during the […]
In a momentous occasion for the community of Mwatate Ward, the President of Kenya, H.E. William Samoei Ruto, visited ACK St. Peters Bura for a church service, providing not only spiritual guidance but also a promise of significant developmental strides for the region. This visit brought together local and national leaders, including Cabinet Secretary Hon. […]
In what started as push for “Development narrative” from pro-2024 FINACE BILL MPs across the country has left them clandestine and vulnerable to the public . In a tag of war between the MPs and the taxpayers over who is right over what is right for the people created a huge division in the parliament […]
Leaders from counties with vast landmasses but sparse population decry the current revenue sharing formula that is largely pegged on population, popularly known as one-man, one-vote, one-shilling formula. Since the onset of devolution in 2013, approximately Sh. 3.62 trillion has been sent to the 47 counties with the lion’s share of about Sh.135 billion having […]
Taita Taveta County marked a significant event as First Lady Rachel Ruto graced the celebration of the Day of the African Child at Mwatate Primary School. The event, held to honor and advocate for the rights and welfare of African children, brought together prominent leaders and community members to address critical issues facing the youth. […]
EACC CEO, Mr. Twalib Mbarak, on Tuesday 11th June 2024, hosted the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Mr. Christopher Wray who paid a courtesy visit to the Commission at Integrity Centre. Mr. Wray, who was on a technical and operational working visit to Kenya, was accompanied to EACC by a high-level delegation […]
