PCS Mudavadi responds to claims Ruto government is hoodwinking Malava voters with projects

PCS Mudavadi responds to claims Ruto government is hoodwinking Malava voters with projects

Musalia Mudavadi asked teachers, as opinion shapers, to be on the forefront in key societal issues, saying their voice must be heard. He said the Ruto led-government has invested heavily in education, noting that the sector, in this financial year received Ksh702 billion, which is about 25 per cent of total national budget.

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Economy hurt as Kenyans absorb impact of protests and steep input costs

Economy hurt as Kenyans absorb impact of protests and steep input costs

July’s PMI reading marked the steepest drop in operating conditions since July 2024.

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From frying pan into fire: Why Ethiopians would rather die in Middle East wars than grinding poverty at home

From frying pan into fire: Why Ethiopians would rather die in Middle East wars than grinding poverty at home

Mesel Kindeya made the crossing in 2016 via the same sea route as the boat that capsized on Sunday, travelling without papers on harrowing journeys arranged by smugglers from Ethiopia to Saudi Arabia.

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Embarrassed state allocates $10 million for school facilities rehabilitation in Kenya

Embarrassed state allocates $10 million for school facilities rehabilitation in Kenya

Dr Migos Ogamba acknowledged that school infrastructure in counties such as Tharaka Nithi, Tana River, Turkana and many others were in deplorable state. However, they would be improved in the next two years, he promised.

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How African player Lassana Diarra’s win in case against Fifa liberated European players from world football tyranny

How African player Lassana Diarra’s win in case against Fifa liberated European players from world football tyranny

The case hinged on a FIFA decision to fine Diarra €10.5 million (£9.1 million/$12.1 million) and ban him for 15 months for breaching his contract with Russian side Lokomotiv Moscow in 2014 “without just cause”.

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Ministry of education and NGO in Kenya roll out project to boost digital literacy in far-flung Turkana County

Ministry of education and NGO in Kenya roll out project to boost digital literacy in far-flung Turkana County

The ICT initiative, supported by the African Centre for Women in ICT (ACWICT) and funded by UKDAP, intended to train 1,250 youth aged 18-35 as Community Digital Champions (CDCs).

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Scientists find strong evidence of cure in HIV-infected infants given antiretroviral drugs early in life

Scientists find strong evidence of cure in HIV-infected infants given antiretroviral drugs early in life

Maurico Martins, an associate professor at the University of Florida, who is pioneering this new approach, feels that it could represent a particularly practical strategy for low-income countries where HIV transmission to children is particularly rife and mothers often struggle to keep their children on repeated medication.

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Africa told it can save up to $150 billion via AI adoption despite ethical, political threats it poses  

Africa told it can save up to $150 billion via AI adoption despite ethical, political threats it poses  

Governments that have already adopted AI are demonstrating remarkable gains in efficiency and citizen satisfaction such as AI-powered chatbots are now able to resolve up to 80 per cent of citizen queries instantly, predictive analytics have helped cut service waiting times by over 60 per cent and workflow automation is eliminating up to 70 per cent of bureaucratic delays

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God understands the deaf: How Nigerians with hearing disability fellowship in sign language

God understands the deaf: How Nigerians with hearing disability fellowship in sign language

Remi Akinrenmi is one of the pastors. Every Sunday, he mounts the pulpit with charismatic energy to preach in sign language. His big frame makes for a commanding presence.

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DP Kindiki assures UDA potential candidates in Baringo County senatorial by-election of fair nomination

DP Kindiki assures UDA potential candidates in Baringo County senatorial by-election of fair nomination

Prof Kithure Kindiki assured members of the party of a free and fair nomination when the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) shall announce the official election dates.

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