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Kenya : Kenya Bus Service Electrifies Fleet With First E-Bus
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Public transport service provider Kenya Bus Service (KBS) has acquired its first electric bus as it modernizes its fleet.
Attack On US Ambassador By Opposition Leader Uncalled For, Wetangula Says
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has called for respect for foreign diplomats in the country for enhancement of international ties. Speaking in Webuye West constituency during a funds drive exercise Wetangula on Friday underscored the significance of diplomatic ties in fostering Kenya’s growth and stability.
Kenya: CSs Matiangi, Kagwe to Engage Clerics on Resumption of Congregational Worship
Nairobi — President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday directed the ministries of Interior and Health to hasten talks with religious leaders on how best places of worship can be re-opened amid the coronavirus pandemic in the country. Cabinet Secretaries Fred Matiangi (Interior) and Mutahi Kagwe (Health) are expected to come up with protocols that will be adopted to guide gatherings in churches, temples and mosques, to ensure worship services resume without exposing congregations to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kenya: CBK Postpones This Year's Afro-Asia Fintech Festival Over Coronavirus
Nairobi — The Central Bank of Kenya has postponed the Afro-Asia Fintech Festival 2020 that was scheduled for July this year, to July next year over the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement, CBK says it arrived at the decision following careful consideration of the pandemic and the utmost importance of the health and safety of the festival participants. The regulator however says the Festival will be kept alive through virtual events whose details will be availed shortly.
Kenya: Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation on the Increase During COVID-19
Nairobi — The Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Protection Unit (AHTCPU) has raised a red flag over the alarming and sudden spike in online human trafficking, recruitment and exploitation of children in Kenya, with concerns that the trend will continue for as long as children are at home and online.
Kenyatta Meets Jubilee MPs Ahead of Resumption of House Sittings
Nairobi — President Uhuru Kenyatta is on Tuesday morning expected to convene another Parliamentary Group meeting this time to meet his legislators in the National Assembly. According to an invite sent out by Majority Leader Aden Duale the meeting is scheduled for State House, Nairobi starting 9 am. "Mheshimiwa (Honorable) , I wish to invite you for a Jubilee Coalition, National Assembly Parliamentary Group Meeting, at State House Nairobi tomorrow, Tuesday 2nd June 2020 at 9am. Please be punctual.
Kenya: Virus Cases Rise to 2,021 as 59 More Infections Reported
Nairobi — Fifty-nine additional coronavirus cases have been reported in the country over the past 24 hours, raising the number of detected infections so far to 2,021. A status update by the health ministry indicated 1,518 samples were analysed raising the total number of tests concluded since March to 20,201. Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe also announced the death of five more patients who succumbed to COVID-19, rising the virus death toll to 69.
Kenya: It Is Time to Re-Imagine the Kenyan Dream, President Kenyatta Says
Nairobi — President Uhuru Kenyatta today said it was time for Kenya to come up with new economic and political visions to prepare the nation for the great leap forward. Likening Kenya's situation to references in the Bible, the President said independent Kenya is in its 50s, and the holy book required nations to hit the reset button every 50 years. He said the actions, which the people called "the Year of Jubilee" brought renewal to the soul; healing to the land and a fresh vision to its people.
Kenya: MPs to Consider Economic Stimulus Plan as House Reconvenes Tuesday
Nairobi — The National Assembly is set to resume its sittings on Tuesday after a month-long recess with a full in tray including the consideration of estimates for the 2020/2021 budget. The legislators will also consider President Uhuru Kenyatta's Sh53.7 billion post-coronavirus economic stimulus package aimed at jumpstarting the economy which has taken a beating from the pandemic amid restrictions on inter-county movements in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kilifi, Kwale and Mandera.
Kenyatta, Ruto in Rare Show of Camaraderie Amid Sharp Schism in Jubilee
Nairobi — A short stroll and a 3-minute chat between President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Deputy William Ruto at State House Nairobi was Monday's climax of Kenya's Madaraka Day celebrations.
Kenya: Odinga Lauds Front-Line Health Workers in Battle to Contain COVID-19
Nairobi — Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Leader Raila Odinga has commended healthcare workers who have played a critical role in efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic. In Madaraka Day message on Monday, Odinga challenged Kenyans to follow stern measures such as maintaining high standard of hygiene, enhancing social distancing and staying at home. "In this war, on this unique Madaraka Day, you, the health workers, dedicated civil servants and the obedient citizens are our heroes.
Kenya: Mudavadi Accuses Cotu's Atwoli of Advancing Factional Politics
Nairobi — Amani National Congress (ANC) leader Musalia Mudavadi launched a scathing attack on the Central Organization of Trade Union (COTU) leadership under Secretary General Francis Atwoli on Sunday accusing him of neglecting Kenyan workers affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Mudavadi said the trade unionist was instead engaged in political activities at the expense of workers who are struggling to cope with job losses and pay cuts in the wake of the slowed economic growth.
Kenya: Health DG Amoth Among 68 Kenyans Conferred Presidential Order of Service Award
Nairobi — Acting Health Director General Patrick Amoth is among sixty-eight Kenyans who have been conferred the newly established Presidential Order of Service Award, otherwise named the Uzalendo Award, for their contribution in efforts to contain the spread of coronavirus in the country. "Dr Amoth leads the national health team in the COVID19 response and his face and name have become synonymous with Government health efforts against the pandemic.
Kenya: Education Ministry to Draft Calendar On Phased Reopening of Schools
Nairobi — President Uhuru Kenyatta has directed the Ministry of Education to expedite ongoing consultations on the safe reopening of schools ahead of the anticipated relaxing of movement restrictions on Saturday. Speaking when he delivered his Madaraka Day address, President Kenyatta asked the ministry to formulate a calendar on the gradual reopening of learning institutions which were shut in mid-March in a bid to avert the unrestrained spread of COVID-19 which has infected 1,962 people.
Kenya: BBI Constitutional Review Will End Cyclic Ethnic Violence - Kenyatta
Nairobi — The impending Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) constitutional review is geared to buttress gains under 2010 Constitution and end ethnic violence, President Uhuru Kenyatta affirmed on Monday. In his Madaraka Day address, the President said he is mooting for a review that will deepen the country's democratic credentials and lead to a more inclusive society aligned with the noble intentions of the framers of the Constitution. "I am already discerning a constitutional moment.
Kenya: We're Behind You, Ruto Assures Kenyatta
Nairobi — Deputy President William Ruto on Monday assured President Uhuru Kenyatta of his support in the execution of government response to COVID-19. Speaking at State House, Nairobi, when President Kenyatta led the nation in marking the fifty-seventh anniversary of Madaraka Day, an annual commemoration of the historical June 1, 1963 declaration of self-governance, Ruto said the Kenyans were praying for the Head of State as leads the national response COVID-19.
Kenya: Unemployment Rate Least Among Kenyans Aged Between 50-64 Years as Youths Struggle to Find Jobs
Nairobi — While 735,711 youth remained unemployed between January and March 2020, only 28,114 people aged 50-64 were jobless under the same period highlighting that youth are the worst hit lot. According to the latest statistics by KNBS, the rate of unemployment in this group (50-64) was averaged at 1.2 percent of the total 4.9 rates of unemployment in the country over the period under review.
Kenya: PrideInn Hotels Set for Reopening
Nairobi — Local hotel chain, PrideInn has started preparations in readiness to reopen their hotels in Nairobi and Mombasa to the local guests. This comes as the government outlined an economic stimulus program to help in fixing the unfolding economic crisis brought by the Covid-19 pandemic. "Plans are underway for reopening our hotel facilities to visitors starting mid-June or as soon as cessations are lifted.
Kenya: Atwoli's Western Region Caucus Raises Queries On Adherence to COVID-19 Prevention Protocols
Nairobi — A cross section of Kenyans have expressed concern over flagrant violation of COVID-19 containment protocols which includes a State-imposed ban on social gatherings exceeding fifteen persons.
Kenya: 36 Contacts Quarantined in Kisii as 34-Year-Old Woman Tests Positive for COVID-19
Kisii — At least thirty-six contact persons have been quarantined in Kisii after a woman, 34, who recently returned from Mombasa's Nyali estate tested positive for COVID-19. The 34-year-old is said to be a resident of Nyachogochogo area in Nyamache, Bobasi Constituency. Authorities are yet to reveal how the woman managed to leave Mombasa and travel through Nairobi despite both cities being under a containment order restricting movement in and out of their respective borders.
Kenya: Atwoli in New Bid to Unite Luhya Leaders
Nairobi — Dozens of leaders convened at the Kajiado residence of COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli on Saturday, in what was said to be a unity bid for Luhya leaders. The meeting brought together Governors Wycliffe Oparanya (Kakamega), Wycliffe Wangamati (Bungoma), Sospeter Ojaamong (Busia), Wilberforce Otichillo (Vihiga), several MPs and Senators as well as Cabinet Secretary for Devolution Eugene Wamalwa.
Kenya: Coronavirus Claims 300,000 Jobs in Kenya - Govt
Nairobi — An estimated 300,000 people in Kenya have lost their jobs since the first case of coronavirus was reported, according to government officials. Ministry of Health Chief Administrative Secretary Dr. Rashid Aman said the job losses have as a resulted affected over 3 million livelihoods in the country. "Each and every person who has lost their job directly or indirectly affects at least 10 other people," Dr Aman said.
Kenya: 464 Out of Hospital After Recovering From COVID-19 in Kenya
Nairobi — The number of COVID-19 patients who have recovered rose to 464 Saturday, after 26 more were discharged. Among those discharged is Bishop Margaret Wanjiru who was admitted to the Aga Kgan Hospital in Nairobi. Health Chief Administrative Secretary Dr Rashid Aman said the patients were discharged from various hospitals across the country. The death toll rose to 63, after a 50-year-old man succumbed to the virus.
Kenya: Rigathi Cries Foul As Police Disrupt Nyeri Burial Citing Breached Virus Protocols
Nyeri — Mathira lawmaker Rigathi Gachagua Saturday confronted a contingent of armed police officers over what he termed as biased regulation of social gatherings, the government having prohibited meetings extending fifteen attendees in measures to curb the spread of COVID-19.
East Africa: EA Portland Cement to Fire Employees Through Ver Program
Nairobi — East Africa Portland Cement is set to fire some of its employees through an early voluntary retirement program. The group's acting managing director Stephen Nthei in a statement said that the application is open to all workers where interested parties have between May 28 and June 15 to submit their details. According to Nthei, the VER program is aimed at supporting the firm's initiative to develop a sustainable business model in the long run for prosperity.
Kenya: KRA Begins to Pay 10 Billion Vat Refunds Following President Kenyatta's Directive
Nairobi — The Kenya Revenue Authority has begun paying out Sh.10 billion in Value Added Tax refunds following a presidential directive and release of funds by National Treasury. In a statement, Commissioner for Domestic Taxes Elizabeth Meyo said the exercise is expected to be finalized in one week. The refunds are aimed at offering financial relief to businesses worst hit by the COVID-19 pandemic especially the horticulture, transport and hospitality sectors of the economy.
Kenya: Police Kill Terror Suspect and His 2 Children During Night Raid in Kwale
Nairobi — An Al Shabaab suspect was shot dead by police on Friday night, alongside two children he is said to have used as a human shield, during a raid at his house in Kwale. His wife and three other children sustained serious injuries in the incident that occurred at Diani area in South Coast. According to police, the first raid was conducted at a terror suspect's house before he led them to the house of his accomplice said to have been recruiting terrorists to join Al Shabaab.
Kenya: DPP Haji, Kipchoge Among 4 Kenyans Ranked Africa's Top 50 Disruptors
Nairobi — Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Noordin Haji and World record marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge are among four Kenyans ranked among the top 50 African disruptors. In a report published by the Africa report, the four were picked from a pool ranging from politicians, athletes, investigative journalists, techies and business barons and were credited for changing the rules of the game, some for better and others for worse, in the continent.
Kenya: 735,711 Kenyan Youths Were Unemployed Between January and March - KNBS
Nairobi — An estimated 735,711 Kenyan youths were unemployed between January and March 2020, new data from the statistics office has said. In its Quarterly Labor Force report, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics revealed that youths between ages 20 and 24 made the highest number of those out of the job market at 241,728 during the period. The tally was followed by that of youths aged between 25-29, who were 228,466 during the quarter.
Kenya: Over 100 Contestants Eye KPA MD Position
A former principal secretary, current and ex-chief executive officers of parastatals, politicians and ex-army officers are among those who have who applied for the Kenya Ports Authority managing director's post. The list also includes senior managers at the port agency, advocates, engineers and marine consultants, all angling for the hot seat, which has often seen its holder hounded out of office. The Nation has obtained the list of over 100 applicants, as the interviews move to the second phase.
Kenya: Imported Maize to Ease Shortage, Reduce Prices
Kenyans should expect reprieve from an anticipated hike in maize-meal prices after the millers' association said a consignment of maize from Mexico was on the way and would forestall a shortage. This comes after the government and millers finally reached a consensus on import conditions. "We expect the first shipment of yellow and white maize anytime from mid-June.
Kenya: New Normal as Virus Containment Measures Ease
As Kenyans wait on President Uhuru Kenyatta to reopen the country, and jump-start the economy, they will be making adjustments to a new reality presenting in the time Covid-19, which experts say may be around for a long time to come. From jobs to lifestyle, and how business is conducted, there will be new realignments. From simple greetings, coffee dates, to church and Mosque prayers, things are going to be different as social distancing remains requisite in keeping infection at bay.
Kenya: Man Kills Mum After Fight Over Hoe
Police in Samburu County have arrested a 35-year-old man who killed his mother in Lokuto village in Samburu Central Sub-County on Friday night. Samburu Central Police Commandant Alex Rotich said the suspect fled after committing the heinous offence but was apprehended by police after a tip-off from the residents. Mr Rotich said the victim is Julietta Amanikor, 82, who succumbed after the attack.
Kenya: Size 8 - Miscarriage Nearly Broke My Marriage
Gospel singer Size 8 has revealed how her miscarriage in 2018 almost ended her marriage with DJ Mo. In an interview with Parents magazine, the singer admitted that the experience taught her the value of life, family and friends. "The miscarriage really affected us. We fought a lot and we blamed each other since we did not know how to deal with it. It was very bad; but with our son, we were able to come together and support each other," she said.
Kenyan Cement Firm Offers Early Retirement
To avert total collapse, the East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) is offering voluntary early retirement for its 800 employees. Less than year after a plan backfired to sack its employees by declaring all positions redundant, the company has asked staff to apply for voluntary early retirement.
Kenya: Watchman on the Run After Killing Man in Huruma
Police are looking for a watchman who stabbed a man to death in Ngei area, Huruma after an argument. Melvin Lugonzo lost his life after he accidentally stepped on the watchman's chicken outside the apartment where he was guarding. According to a police statement, a scuffle started after "the deceased stepped on the chicken and then that when the watchman engaged him in a chase before catching up to him and stabbing him." "The watchman then chased him and stabbed him on the chest.
Kenya: How Nonini's Fire Session With DJ Stylez Went Down
Kenyans on Thursday got a chance to know and savour music by Nonini, the self-proclaimed godfather of genge music, courtesy of Dj Stylez of Code Red. The duo took fans on Nonini's journey in music from his early days in Calif Records to where he is now. Dj Stylez reminisced on how they both kicked off their careers at the same time, recalled a day when Nonini, Clemo and Juacali went to Nation Centre to deliver a CD for radio airplay. DJ Stylez said they looked ghetto, something that scared them.
Kenya: COVID-19 - 143 More Test Positive
Kenya’s Covid-19 cases on Saturday rose to 1888 after 143 more people tested positive after testing 2959 samples in the past 24 hours, the Health ministry announced. At the same time, 26 more people have recovered, bringing the total number of recoveries to 464.
Kenya: Justice Ouko - Budgetary Cuts Hurting Delivery of Justice
President Uhuru Kenyatta's refusal to gazette new judges and meagre budgetary allocations to the Judiciary is hurting delivery of justice in the country. The stalemate over the gazettment of 41 new judges presented to the President by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has left the Court of Appeal and the High Court with a depleted human resource. CLOSE COURTS The budgetary cuts have forced the Chief Justice David Maraga-led JSC to close some of the court branches countrywide.
Kenya: Wanjiru Leaves Hospital After COVID-19 Scare
Former Starehe MP Margaret Wanjiru left the Aga Khan University Hospital on Saturday, where she had been admitted with Covid-19. In a press briefing at the hospital, Bishop Wanjiru said she had recovered from the disease. And after leaving the hospital, she went straight to her Jesus is Alive Ministries church, where she held prayers with a few members. Ms Wanjiru was admitted to Aga Khan's Intensive Care Unit from Thursday last week.
Kenya: Veteran Musician John Nzenze Dies
The music fraternity in Kenya is in mourning the death of veteran musician John Amatubi Nzenze. Nzenze, a popular Kenyan Twist music style of the 1960s, died while receiving treatment at St Elizabeth Hospital, Mukumu on Saturday where he was receiving treatment for prostate cancer. His cousin, Sammy Ingati, who confirmed the death, said the musician had been admitted to the Kakamega-based facility for one month. "He died at 2pm today (Saturday). He was a popular musician and a patriot.
Kenya: Two Killed, 5 Injured in Nandi-Kakamega Border Clashes
Tension is high at Tabolwa-Kanin village on the border of Nandi and Kakamega counties after afresh clashes emerged on Friday. One person was shot dead by police while another one succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment. Five others are nursing injuries at Malava Sub-County hospital. Kakamega County Commissioner Pauline Dola and her Nandi counterpart Kutswa Olaka were locked in a security meeting with elders from the two communities.
Kenya: Kangemi, Kibera Locals Turn Up for Virus Testing
Kenyans are anxious to know their Covid-19 status, as evidenced by the high turnout, as the Ministry of Health conducts mass testing in hotspots. Earlier, public health officers had to beg people to present themselves for testing, especially in Old Town, Mombasa, and Kawangware in Nairobi. On Monday, public health officials conducting the tests in Kangemi were overwhelmed because they did not anticipate the high turnout, and had carried an inadequate number of testing kits.
Kenya: They Wouldn't Let Me Defend Myself, Says Demoted Researcher
Dr Joel Lutomiah, the Kenya Medical Research Institute Centre for Virus Research director who was demoted over alleged failure to release Covid-19 test results to the Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, on Friday told a parliamentary committee that he was condemned unheard.
Kenya: I'm in Charge of Ford Kenya, Wetangula Says, Dismissing Ouster By 'Imposters'
Nairobi — Bungoma Senator Moses Wetangula has dismissed as hot air, an announcement by a section of party leaders that he had been dismissed from the top post. He said he can only be removed in party elections. "A grouping calling themselves NEC members of this party, assembled in some five-star hotel, after airlifting some imposters from Kisumu and Mombasa.
Kenya: Serena Hotels Sends All Employees On Unpaid Leave as COVID-19 Continues Hurting Hotel Sector
Nairobi — The Serena hotels has sent all its employees on unpaid leave from June 1 2020 until further notice in the wake of COVID-19 which continues to scuttle the hospitality sector by day and has forced the hotel to shelve its initial plan to reopen in June. However, the management said for the month of June, the employees will receive an allowance of Sh 10,000 excluding NSSF and NHIF deductions.
Kenya: 45 COVID-19 Cases Detected in Nairobi's Makadara Estate
Nairobi — Makadara Estate in Nairobi County is the latest coronavirus hotspot after accounting for 45 cases out of the 86 recorded in Nairobi on Saturday. Health Chief Administrative Secretary Rashid Aman said, Kibra which has been registering high numbers accounted for 21 cases, Embakasi South 6 and Kasarani 5. There were 5 cases in Ruaraka, Westlands 2, Embakasi West 2, Langata 1 and Starehe 1. "People must play their part and their part is to cooperate.
Kenya: Diarrhea Is the Latest COVID-19 Symptom
Nairobi — Public Health officials in Kenya have now listed diarrhea as the latest symptom of COVID-19, adding to a fever, dry cough and tiredness. Other serious symptoms include difficulty in breathing, chest pain or pressure and loss of speech or movement. Health Chief Administrative Secretary Dr Rashid Aman on Saturday said the symptom has been recorded in many other parts of the world.
Kenya: Health Ministry Working With Prison Authorities to Curb COVID-19 Transmissions
Nairobi — The Ministry of Health said it is working with prison authorities to curb further transmissions after 31 inmates tested positive in Nairobi. Health Chief Administrative Secretary Rashid Aman said the ministry was working closely with officials at the correctional facilities to ensure inmates in the controlled environment are safe.
East Africa: Cash-Strapped EA Cables to Delay Publishing Its 2019 Financial Results
Nairobi — Debt-ridden East African Cables has announced that there will be a delay in the publishing of the audited financial statement for the year ending December 31, 2019. In a statement, the Group's Company Secretary Virginia Ndunge said the firm has already obtained approval from the Capital Markets Authority granting it the extension. Ndunge said the audited financial statements shall therefore be published no later than July 31.
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