Charlie Kirk’s assassination: From Gerald Ford, who survived two assassination attempts, US gun violence hits Republican-run states the most
These bloody episodes underscore a grim irony: The very politicians and pundits who promulgate expansive gun rights and tough-on-crime rhetoric have repeatedly found themselves on the receiving end of bullets.
Kenya to restock national strategic food reserve as the country prepares to harvest 70m bags of maize
On the multibillion horticulture and fresh produce sector, Agriculture cabinet secretary Mutahi Kagwe said that his ministry is enhancing compliance with European Union requirements on the zero-tolerance policy on false coddling moth by implementing stringent pest management measures for exports.
Kenyan banks loans to MSMEs cross $1.2 billion annual target by $23.2 million
The launch of the report also coincided with KBA unveiling of the Centre for Sustainable Finance and Enterprise Development (CSFED). The centre is expected to rally banks to develop interventions that advance sustainable value for society and the environment.
Research: People with at least three doses of Covid vaccine are at 36 per cent risk of breast cancer, 43 per cent bladder cancer
Evidence pointing to the dangers of the Covid-19 vaccines is growing, yet governments refuse to release detailed information on vaccinations versus health incidents, Campbell said, calling that failing “quite outrageous.”
Kenya lobbies IMO member states to support its candidature for Category C slot in the organisation
Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary, Hassan Ali Joho, has affirmed that Kenya’s candidacy represents an opportunity to contribute significantly to global maritime governance by amplifying the voice of Africa, the Indian Ocean region and the Global South.
Kenya revives vehicle manufacturing industry as it pushes transition to electric buses
Matatu sector players welcomed the partnership, although CitiHopa CEO Judy Thuo raised concerns about high electricity costs that make operations expensive.
Doping: Kenya risks being banned from hosting WADA-sanctioned athletics events for breach of code
In a statement WADA’s Executive Committee said it had followed recommendations from its independent Compliance Review Committee after ADAK failed to address critical requirements following an audit carried out in May last year.
Are GMOs really safe? Geneticist says outdated rules ignore mounting health risks
In studies conducted by independent academics, but even upon close scrutiny of the industry data submitted for market approval – even in relatively short-term, 90-day feeding studies – you saw biochemical changes in the blood indicative of liver and kidney dysfunction. This is with Bt corn containing just one or at most two varieties of Bt toxin.
Lake Victoria Basin Commission boss says Mara River faces existential threats despite regional gains
LVBC Executive Secretary Masinde Bwire says the basin was under siege from deforestation in the Mau Forest, rapid land-use changes and pollution, factors he warned could alter the river’s hydrology and jeopardise the annual wildebeest migration that draws global attention to Kenya and Tanzania.
Kenya: Regional governments lobby for bigger slice of Tourism Promotion Fund billions
The county government in conjunction with the National Museums of Kenya has independently mapped out and documented over 30 heritage sites within the county. Some of them include Dedan Kimathi Kahiga-ini site-where Mau war veteran, Kimathi was shot and captured by British soldiers on October 21, 1956; Kangubiri Detention Camp, which served as a detention camp and was used as a screening and interrogation centre for Mau detainees and the Tree Tops Lodge where the longest serving British monarch, the late Queen Elizabeth was staying in 1952 when she ascended to the throne.
