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Kalonzo Appeals to International Community Over Finance Bill and 2024/2025 Budget

14Jun

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Kalonzo Appeals to International Community Over Finance Bill and 2024/2025 Budget

Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka addresses the crowd in Githunguri Constituency on April 24, 2024. (PHOTO: Kalonzo Musyoka) In Summary: Azimio La Umoja slams the government's proposed 2024/2025 budget as poorly prioritized Kalonzo Musyoka calls for international intervention and support from the Kenyan diaspora. On Friday, Azimio La Umoja, led by principal Kalonzo Musyoka, launched a scathing critique of the government’s proposed 2024/2025 budget, labeling it as seriously misaligned with the nation’s priorities. Kalonzo, also the leader of the Wiper party, urgently called on the international community to step in and address the contentious budget and Finance Bill. Addressing the media, Kalonzo urged Kenyans abroad to join in condemning the budget, arguing it neglects th...

Interior CS Kindiki Declares June 17 a Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Adha

14Jun

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Interior CS Kindiki Declares June 17 a Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Adha

Interior CS Kithure Kindiki. IMAGE :Courtesy In Summary: Monday, June 17, 2024, declared a public holiday for Eid-ul-Adha. Eid-ul-Adha commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's devotion and willingness to sacrifice his son. The Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Prof. Kithure Kindiki, has officially declared Monday, June 17, 2024, a public holiday in observance of Eid-ul-Adha. In a statement issued on June 14, CS Kindiki announced, "It is notified for the general information of the public that the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 2(1) of the Public Holidays Act, declares Monday, June 17, 2024, shall be a public holiday to mark Eid-Al-Adha." Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the F...

KPLC Schedules Power Outages in Two Counties for Maintenance on Friday

14Jun

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KPLC Schedules Power Outages in Two Counties for Maintenance on Friday

Image file of KPLC staff at work. IMAGE: KPLC In Summary: Migori County: Uriri, Stella, Oyani areas will experience outages. Laikipia County: Timau, Ngusichi areas will experience outages. Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced that parts of Migori and Laikipia counties will experience power outages on Friday, June 14, 2024, due to scheduled maintenance. In Migori County, the affected areas are Uriri, Oyani BAT, Bware, Kaminolewe, Lela, Stella, Osogo, Oyani Water, and surrounding customers. The outage will last from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. In Laikipia County, the areas affected include Timau Market, Ngusichi Market, Kwa Nganga Market, Siraj Farm, Batian Farm, Big Flower Farm, Lolmalik Farm, Maritati Market, River Side, Kiambogo Market, Ethi Market,...

Spain vs Croatia Predictions: Rising Star Pedri Poised to Propel Former Champions

14Jun

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Spain vs Croatia Predictions: Rising Star Pedri Poised to Propel Former Champions

Luis de la Fuente has a promising group of young talents, and Pedri is poised to make an early impression. In Summary: Spain, three-time European Championship winners, face Croatia, whom they ousted in the last Euros. Key players to watch include Spain’s Pedri and Croatia’s seasoned midfield trio. Spain and Croatia renew their European Championship rivalry as they kick off their Group B campaign in Berlin. Both teams have a history of close encounters, having met in the last three Euros, each securing a one-goal victory and a 90-minute draw three years ago, which Spain eventually won in extra time. Team News: If Aymeric Laporte is unavailable due to a muscle injury, Nacho is expected to join Robin Le Normand in Spain's central defense. Pedri is anticipated...

Blow To DP Gachagua as Government Halts Office Renovations

13Jun

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Blow To DP Gachagua as Government Halts Office Renovations

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua addresses a fundraiser event for the Peace and Mercy Church of Africa at Kipkok Primary School in Sigowet-Soin Constituency on June 8, 2024. IMAGE | COURTESY In Summary: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's office renovations are halted as the government freezes refurbishments. Treasury's budget measures aim to curb spending and address public criticism of government extravagance. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will have to continue using his current office at Harambee House Annex for another year, following a freeze on government office refurbishments announced by Treasury Cabinet Secretary Prof. Njuguna Ndung'u in his budget speech on Thursday. This decision is part of broader measures to reduce government spending amid public critic...

President Ruto Departs for Italy and Switzerland

13Jun

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President Ruto Departs for Italy and Switzerland

President William Ruto at the 61st Madaraka Day celebration held at Masinde Muliro Stadium in Bungoma County on June 1, 2024. (Photo: PCS) In Summary: President William Ruto is attending the 50th G7 summit in Italy and a peace summit in Switzerland. He will advocate for Africa’s role in global financial reform and address the impacts of the Ukraine conflict. President William Ruto departed on Thursday evening to attend the 50th G7 summit in Apulia, Italy, followed by a peace summit in Burgenstock, Switzerland. According to a statement from State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed, President Ruto will first participate in the G7 summit before proceeding to the peace summit focused on Ukraine. Mohamed outlined that President Ruto will speak on the unity of the Afric...

Makadara Court Closed Until June 17, Firearms Prohibited on Premises After Magistrate Shooting.

13Jun

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Makadara Court Closed Until June 17, Firearms Prohibited on Premises After Magistrate Shooting.

Chief Justice Martha Koome addresses attendees at a previous judicial event (PHOTO: JUDICIARY) In Summary: Chief Justice Martha Koome has ordered the closure of Makadara Law Courts until June 17 following a shooting incident. Firearms are now banned within court premises, except for accredited security personnel. Chief Justice Martha Koome announced on Thursday the closure of the Makadara Law Courts until Monday, June 17, due to a recent shooting incident within the premises. In her statement, CJ Koome emphasized that the closure is necessary to enhance security measures. During this period, all court matters will be conducted virtually, and any cases requiring physical appearances will be redirected to the Milimani Law Courts. Moreover, CJ Koome has decreed...

Budget 2024/25: Treasury CS Njuguna Ndung’u Reveals Key Govt Allocations

13Jun

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Budget 2024/25: Treasury CS Njuguna Ndung’u Reveals Key Govt Allocations

Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u presents the 2024/25 Budget in Parliament on June 13, 2024. Image: NATIONAL TREASURY In Summary: National Security: Ksh377 billion allocated to the National Police Service, Kenya Defence Forces, and National Intelligence Service. County Governments: Historic Ksh400.1 billion as equitable share for counties. Significant Funds: Allocations for education, healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure. On Thursday, June 13, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u presented the 2024/2025 budget statement to the National Assembly, unveiling the government's Ksh4 trillion budget for the upcoming fiscal year. During his comprehensive address, CS Ndung'u outlined key allocations across crucial sectors. A signif...

Peter Salasya Reacts to 5,000 Calls After Kenyans Share MPs’ Numbers Demanding Rejection of Finance Bill 2024

13Jun

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Peter Salasya Reacts to 5,000 Calls After Kenyans Share MPs’ Numbers Demanding Rejection of Finance Bill 2024

Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya. PHOTO:Peter Salasya In Summary: Mumias East MP Peter Salasya received 5,000 calls urging him to reject the Finance Bill 2024. Salasya clarified that his vote alone wouldn't impact the outcome due to Kenya Kwanza's majority. On Thursday, June 13, Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya faced a deluge of phone calls from concerned Kenyans, prompting him to take a stance on the Finance Bill 2024. Salasya reported to the media that he had been inundated with 5,000 calls from citizens urging him to oppose the bill. This wave of calls was part of a coordinated online effort where the phone numbers of MPs were circulated, encouraging the public to reach out to their representatives and demand they vote aga...

Hunter Biden’s Trial Leaves U.S. Voters Unswayed, Ipsos Poll Shows

13Jun

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Hunter Biden’s Trial Leaves U.S. Voters Unswayed, Ipsos Poll Shows

Hunter Biden, accompanied by Jill Biden (left) and his wife, Melissa Cohen Biden, leaving court in Wilmington, Delaware, on June 10. File Photo. In Summary: Despite Hunter Biden's conviction on gun charges, most U.S. voters remain unaffected in their voting decisions. The verdict marks a first for a sitting president's child, but opinions on its impact differ from Trump's recent legal troubles. Hunter Biden's ongoing trial on criminal gun charges in Wilmington has garnered significant attention among U.S. voters, yet an overwhelming majority indicate that the outcome will not sway their decisions in the upcoming Nov. 5 election, according to a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll. Approximately 67% of registered voters surveyed over two days reported being aware of Hunter Biden...