The Boda Boda Association of Kenya (BSAK) has issued a strong warning of potential nationwide protests if the National Assembly moves forward with passing the Public Transport Bill 2023. This bill, which has already been approved by the Senate, introduces tighter restrictions, including a 50-kilogram weight limit on luggage carried by motorcycles. Sponsored by Senator … Read more
Medical Services Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai has bowed to mounting pressure from Members of Parliament and agreed to withdraw the legal case against Grace Njoki Mulei, who recently made headlines for interrupting a Health Ministry press briefing. Njoki had confronted Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa at Afya House last week, an incident that sparked widespread … Read more
Kenya’s Mobile subscription base has reached new heights, with active subscriptions increasing by 1.6% to hit 70 million in the first quarter of the 2024/25 financial year, as revealed by the latest data from the Communications Authority (CA). This growth, up from 68.9 million in the previous quarter, has pushed mobile penetration to a remarkable … Read more
Nairobi’s public transport system relies heavily on route numbers, a structure that guides millions of commuters every day. From matatus to buses, these numbers help passengers identify destinations quickly and move across the city efficiently. If you regularly commute in Nairobi, you likely board a matatu or bus using a familiar route number. However, few … Read more
ChatGPT, the AI-powered chatbot developed by OpenAI, is currently experiencing an unexpected outage, causing widespread concern among its millions of users. The interruption highlights the growing reliance on AI tools by developers, students, professionals, and productivity enthusiasts. The Rise of ChatGPT Since its launch on November 30, 2022, ChatGPT has revolutionized AI-driven communication. Built on … Read more
In a bold move to enhance efficiency and reduce public resource wastage, the Cabinet has approved sweeping reforms targeting 42 State corporations. These changes, announced after a Cabinet meeting chaired by President William Ruto at the Kakamega State Lodge on Tuesday, will see several agencies merged, restructured, or dissolved. “These reforms have been necessitated by … Read more
The manufacturing and construction sectors, crucial drivers of Kenya’s economy, faced significant contractions in 2024, severely impacting the country’s overall performance. The nation’s GDP growth slowed to 4% in Q3 2024, a sharp decline from the 6% recorded in the same period in 2023, highlighting the challenging environment for these critical industries. Kenyan – Born … Read more
The expansion of Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Duka Moja in Narok to Malaba, near the Uganda border, has sparked debate over China’s commitment to the project. Speculation grew after President William Ruto revealed that his recent trip to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) included discussions on financing this multi-billion-shilling initiative. Reports indicate that … Read more
Last August in Githunguri, Kiambu County, 8-year-old Nathan Kibiro began experiencing severe pain above his knee. Initial hospital visits diagnosed osteomyelitis, a bone infection, and prescribed medication. However, Nathan’s pain persisted, prompting further tests. At Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), Dr. Catherine Muendo, a pediatric hematologist-oncologist, recommended immediate chemotherapy. Initial biopsy results surprisingly indicated no cancer, … Read more
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched a targeted enforcement operation aimed at restoring order on Nairobi roads by clamping down on rogue matatus, commonly referred to as “Nganyas.” According to the authority, the operation focused on Public Service Vehicles (PSVs) that routinely violate road safety regulations. The enforcement exercise took place on … Read more