Kenya’s chief minister wants parliament to expedite Public Participation Bill 2024 to make it national lifestyle
Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi said public participation costs for individual legislation range between Ksh10 million and Ksh100 million, diverting funds from critical sectors such as healthcare, which is already grappling with shortages of drugs and personnel.
Vihiga and Siaya residents question consent foreign gold mining company, want it revoked
Through lawyer Willis Otieno the residents said fresh negotiations will have to take place before any activity could take place the area. Otieno said he has already written to the relevant government agencies as well as the foreign investor over the same
Days after Uganda deployed army to South Sudan allegations of ‘Museveni thieves’ annihilating civilians with chemicals, stealing minerals emerge
The EASF secretariat feels insufficiently consulted by the African Union, and some members of the EASF secretariat have also lamented the lack of investment and strategic thinking on behalf of the EASF member-states. While the AU confirms that the EASF is part and parcel of the African Standby Force, it has not sufficiently taken its 13 responsibilities to truly achieve the necessary cooperation.
Minister takes swipe at Kenyan parents for bringing up morally rotten children
Speaking in Kwale County, the cabinet secretary blamed parents for the moral decadence in the country, and pointed out that the importance of moral responsibility and guidance as a means to foster positive change.
Kenya and Uganda agree to protect Mt Elgon biosphere that straddles East African neighbours
Uganda’s Katusiime who pledged commitment of her government to the deal, warned that climate change is a reality, which requires a joint action by nations in an effort to mitigate the effects.
Universal health: Kenya trains 17,000 public health ‘champions’ to be backed by 25,600 youth with paramilitary training
To modernise human capital systems, Dr Mwaura emphasised that the government is committed to redesigning recruitment, retention, training and development policies and aligning them with merit-based principles.
South Sudan back at with itself as Vice President Machar, his wife are placed under house arrest
African Union Commission Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said he would deploy a team to Juba “as part of efforts to de-escalate the situation.” In a statement on X, the US State Department’s bureau of African affairs urged Kiir to reverse the house arrest and “prevent further escalation of the situation.”
Cabinet secretary for ICT unveils Kenya’s AI Strategy to drive the East African nation’s digital revolution
Germany commended Kenya’s AI leadership, with Deputy Ambassador Alexander Fierley reaffirming Germany’s support, emphasising that AI’s impact depends on responsible data ownership and consumer protection.
Kenya unveils strategic plan to strengthen the power of mercy process, clemency and justice
Further, Koskei revealed that the new five-year strategic plan will enhance efficiency, transparency and accessibility in the clemency process.
NGEC proposes incorporation of GBV in education curricula as part strategies to address sexual violence
A commissioner from NGEC Mbithuka Nzomo said there is a need for schools, organisations and communities to develop and facilitate a safe space for children and youths to speak up. Nzomo added that teachers need to be alert on changes in their learners for early intervention and prevention of GBV.
