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Makueni by-election to cost KES 400m

17 May 2013, 20:39

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has said that the estimated cost of running the Makueni by-election is KES 400 million

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Kibaki receives Honorary Doctorate Degree

17 May 2013, 18:25

Former President Mwai Kibaki received an Honorary Degree of Humane Letters from Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.

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Tana Delta report to be released

17 May 2013, 17:07

Attorney General Prof Githu Muigai has said that the report on Tana Delta violence will be released within two weeks.

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Injuries hit Kakamega Homeboyz

17 May 2013, 16:16

Kakamega Homeboyz will miss the services of at least four of their regular players when they welcome third placed KCB at Bukhungu Stadium.

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Ruto: Expand Amisom troops in Somalia

17 May 2013, 16:16

Deputy President William Ruto has said that Amisom troops in Somalia should be expanded to stabilize security in Kenya.

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Friday, 17 May 2013

Police ordered to tame rising crime

17 May 2013, 06:31

President Uhuru Kenyatta has ordered police commanders to quickly arrest and charge those behind recent killings in the country.

Govt defends its torture report to UN

17 May 2013, 06:31

The Government has defended its torture report to the United Nations, citing inaccurate conclusions by members of the Committee Against Torture about the Kenyan situation.

Ipoa condemns excessive force on protesters

17 May 2013, 07:14

Excessive use of force by police on protesters outside Parliament has been condemned by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority ( Ipoa).

Kidero faces an uphill task

17 May 2013, 07:30

Nairobi Governor's plans to fulfill his pre-election pledges faces a hurdle after a boycott by County Assembly members over pay.

Eight suspects lynched over Bungoma attacks

17 May 2013, 08:57

Eight suspects have been lynched by vigilantes in Bungoma county in relation to the recent killings in the region.

Bensouda: ICC expects full cooperation from Kenya

17 May 2013, 09:46

Prosecutor Fatou Bensouda said the ICC will "explore other options" if Kenya fails to cooperate on the cases facing prominent Kenyans.

Attackers kill three along Kenya-Ethiopia border

17 May 2013, 09:58

Militiamen believed to be from Ethiopia killed three people in an attack at a village along Kenya-Ethiopia border.

Govt put to task over prostitution

17 May 2013, 10:31

The government has been put to task over claims that prostitution has increased in public universities.

Police sued over 999 emergency line

17 May 2013, 11:02

The Police Service has been sued for failing to provide a toll-free 999 emergency phone number by an activist.

Gor wary of City Stars

17 May 2013, 11:03

Gor Mahia will host Nairobi City Stars in a Kenyan Premier League match at City Stadium.

NACC to open offices at County level

17 May 2013, 11:13

NACC is in the process of expanding its work to the devolved units in order to reach out to people at grassroots level.

TSC warns against discrimination

17 May 2013, 12:00

Nyeri Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Director has urged teachers not to stigmatise their colleagues who are infected with HIV/Aids.

Newly formed Cabinet has a full tray

17 May 2013, 12:00

The swearing in of Cabinet Secretaries was historic since it's the first time to have Cabinet members who don't have constituency obligations.

NCCK calls for reforms in Central Kenya

17 May 2013, 12:13

National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has expressed concerns over the declining levels of education in Central Kenya.

Kenyan seafarers back home after six-month ordeal

17 May 2013, 12:19

A group of six Kenyan seafarers landed home after their rescue from a failed fishing expedition along the Indian Ocean coast.

Give more opportunities to youth, Uhuru told

17 May 2013, 13:01

A lobby group has urged President Uhuru Kenyatta to give more opportunities to the youth in the country.

TJRC to release its report in a fortnight

17 May 2013, 13:02

The Truth Justice and Reconciliation Commission will hand over its report to President Uhuru Kenyatta within a fortnight, says Attorney General.

Five-star hotel unveiled at Nyali

17 May 2013, 13:29

A KES 5 billion furnished five-star hotel which was fully funded by Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) was unveiled at the Coast.

Thursday, 16 May 2013

Nuclear power plant plan faces a hurdle

16 May 2013, 08:19

Plan by the government to establish a nuclear power plant in the country is facing a hurdle.

Thika reach Top 8 final

16 May 2013, 08:28

Thika United have qualified for the final of the prestigious Top 8 tournament after sweating to see off Chemelil Sugar 3-2 on post-match penalties.

Over 500 NSSF workers to be laid off

16 May 2013, 08:45

National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has said it will lay off over 500 workers to cut costs.

Officers may be charged for beating protesters

16 May 2013, 09:41

Any officer who used excessive force on the protesters who were demonstrating against MPs pay hike will take responsibility for their actions.

Government supplies shoes to prisoners

16 May 2013, 09:41

The Government has rolled out another prison reforms round by supplying prisoners with black leather boots.

Thika coach applauds team

16 May 2013, 09:56

Thika United saw off Chemelil Sugar 3-2 on post-match penalties in Top Eight semifinal to advance to the final of the tournament.

Sleeping sickness remains a threat to Kenyans

16 May 2013, 11:31

Livestock PS Jacob Ole Miaron has said more 11 million Kenyans are at risk of contracting sleeping sickness.

Cabinet Secretary formally reports to work

16 May 2013, 11:40

Devolution and Planning Cabinet Secretary Anne Waiguru formally reported to work a day after she took oath of office.

AG justifies his trip to The Hague

16 May 2013, 11:41

Attorney General has said he was at The Hague to attend informal consultations about cooperation between state parties to the Rome Statute and the ICC.

'Msa is the most developing County'

16 May 2013, 12:30

Mombasa County has termed itself the most developing County compared to the other 46 Counties in the country.

Six banks fail to meet CBK standards

16 May 2013, 13:01

Six banking institutions among them Equatorial Commercial Bank and Dubai Bank did not meet the standards set by CBK by the end of 2012.

Friday stays as Kenya coach until after World Cup

16 May 2013, 13:13

Embattled former England rugby international Mike Friday will remain in his position as Kenya 7s head coach at least up to the June World Cup.

Principal Secretaries selection process queried

16 May 2013, 13:23

The process of selecting Principal Secretary candidates has been queried by the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission.

Public servants put on notice

16 May 2013, 13:23

Public servants who treat Kenyans in unlawful manner have been put on notice by the Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ).

Woman in court over chang'aa

16 May 2013, 13:30

A middle aged woman astonished a Nyeri Magistrate Court after she said that she must take chang’aa every evening in order to fall asleep.

Probe patients escape from Mathare, govt told

16 May 2013, 13:57

The government has been urged to investigate the circumstances that led to the escape of mentally ill patients from Mathare Hospital, Nairobi.

Kibet to rekindle career in Shanghai DL

16 May 2013, 14:28

The story of Kenya's world 5,000m silver medallist Sylvia Kibet's career so far has been a remarkable one. The ending could be even better.

Nyeri assembly nominates 15 women

16 May 2013, 14:30

The County assembly of Nyeri has nominated 15 women into the Assembly’s chambers, mainly from TNA and GNU parties.

Buffaloes more than expected, says Warden

16 May 2013, 14:33

Lake Nakuru senior Park Warden John Wambua has raised alarm over the increasing number of buffaloes at the park, currently standing at 4 800.

Medic conned out of KES 125 000

16 May 2013, 14:33

A Nyahururu-based doctor lost KES 125 000 to con men who had allegedly promised to deliver him medical supplies.

Votes cast exceeded registered voters in Othaya

16 May 2013, 15:14

Total votes cast in Othaya constituency exceeded number of registered voters during March polls, court told.

ICC: No false witnesses in Kenyan cases

16 May 2013, 15:22

Fatou Bensouda, the Chief Prosecutor at the International Criminal Court (ICC) has denied false witnesses allegations in the Kenyan cases.

Tusker hand Malawian midfielder trials

16 May 2013, 15:24

Malawian attacking midfielder Raquub 'Lulu' Milanzi is undergoing trials at Kenya's top flight league side Tusker FC.

Odhiambo warns Leopards

16 May 2013, 15:25

Ulinzi Stars goalkeeper Jacktone Odhiambo has admitted that the soldiers will be seeking revenge against AFC Leopards.

Tensions simmer in south Somali region

16 May 2013, 16:20

A warlord in southern Somalia's Jubaland region has declared himself "president" of the region, leaders have said.

Six hardcore criminals escape from cell

16 May 2013, 17:22

Police officers in Tana Delta district have launched a man hunt for six hardcore criminals who escaped from cell at Gamba Police Post.

Ekwe: Makueni Senate seat is vacant

16 May 2013, 17:22

The Makueni Senate seat is vacant, Speaker Ekwe Ethuro has declared.

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