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Machogu’s New Directive to KUCCPS Sparks Interest After Deadline Extension

26Feb

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Machogu’s New Directive to KUCCPS Sparks Interest After Deadline Extension

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu.IMAGE | Courtesy In Summary: Education CS Machogu issues a new directive to KUCCPS following the extension of the application deadline. The directive aims to provide additional time for applicants to finalize their submissions, ensuring fairness and accessibility in the placement process. Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has issued a fresh directive to the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) in response to the extended application deadline. The directive, prompted by the need for applicants to complete their submissions, aims to uphold fairness and accessibility in the placement process. The Ministry of Education announced, "Therefore, building upon the extension notice issued by KUC...

Gachagua Voices Concern Over Politicians’ Absence at His Mombasa Conference

26Feb

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Gachagua Voices Concern Over Politicians’ Absence at His Mombasa Conference

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in discussion with senior KTDA officials at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi, on February 15, 2024. PHOTO | COURTESY In Summary: Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua criticizes Coast leaders for their absence at a Mombasa conference addressing drug and alcohol abuse. Gachagua questions the silence of leaders and stresses the urgency of addressing the issue collectively. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua expressed disappointment on Monday, February 26, as Coast leaders were notably absent from the Coast Region Conference on Illicit Alcohol and Narcotic Drugs Abuse in Mombasa. Gachagua highlighted the significance of the conference in tackling the rampant drug and alcohol abuse afflicting the region's youth. During the conference, G...

Tragic Collision: Kenyan Lorry Wrecks Multiple Vehicles in Tanzania, Claiming 25 Lives

25Feb

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Tragic Collision: Kenyan Lorry Wrecks Multiple Vehicles in Tanzania, Claiming 25 Lives

A compilation showcasing the aftermath of the tragic collision in Arusha on February 24, 2024. PHOTO | Courtesy In Summary: A fatal accident in Ngaramtoni, Arusha, Tanzania, involving a Kenyan lorry and multiple vehicles, has resulted in the loss of 25 lives and injuries to others. Among the victims were missionaries, including eight from Youth With a Mission (YWAM), underscoring the international impact of the tragedy. In a devastating incident on Saturday, tragedy struck Ngaramtoni, Arusha, Tanzania, as a collision involving a Kenyan lorry and multiple vehicles led to the loss of at least 25 lives and left several others injured. Reports indicate that the lorry, bearing Kenyan number plates and affiliated with a construction company, collided with several vehicles, incl...

Visitor Suffers Arm Fracture After Leaping from Fourth Floor in Embu Town

25Feb

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Visitor Suffers Arm Fracture After Leaping from Fourth Floor in Embu Town

Community members congregate outside a multi-story structure in Embu town, where an individual allegedly leaped, resulting in arm injury. IMAGE | COURTESY In Summary: A 25-year-old man named Daniel Mwinzi fractured his arm after jumping from the fourth floor of a rental building in Sunrise Estate, Embu Town. The incident occurred while he was visiting a female friend, prompting speculation about his reasons for the leap. In an unexpected turn of events on Saturday night, a 25-year-old man identified as Daniel Mwinzi experienced a harrowing accident, resulting in a fractured arm. The incident unfolded within the confines of a rental building located in Sunrise Estate, Embu Town. Chief Sammy Njagi of Kamiu location recounted his response to the distress call, stating, "...

Relocated to the US: Man Laments Working Multiple Shifts and Sleepless Nights (VIDEO)

24Feb

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Relocated to the US: Man Laments Working Multiple Shifts and Sleepless Nights (VIDEO)

A man who moved to the United States shares honest thoughts about life there. Image credit: @ebonyioma. Source: (UGC). In Summary: A recent immigrant to the US shares his struggles with working multiple shifts and enduring sleepless nights. His TikTok video sparks a wave of reactions and comments, reflecting the challenges faced by immigrants in America. In a TikTok video, the man who recently relocated to the United States expresses the challenges of working multiple shifts and enduring sleepless nights. He candidly narrates the uphill battle of working tirelessly to make ends meet, often at the expense of adequate rest and leisure time. Many immigrants share similar experiences and discuss how people back home misunderstand their financial situation. In the video,...

Trudeau Commits $3 Billion Security Aid to Ukraine on 2nd Anniversary of Russian Invasion

24Feb

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Trudeau Commits $3 Billion Security Aid to Ukraine on 2nd Anniversary of Russian Invasion

Prime Minister Trudeau pauses during a ceremony at Hostomel Airport in Kyiv on Saturday, symbolizing Canada's commitment to Ukraine amidst the $3 billion security aid agreement. (IMAGE/COURTESY) In Summary: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau signs a $3.02-billion security assistance package for Ukraine on the second anniversary of Russia's invasion. Trudeau emphasizes solidarity with Ukraine, stating Ukrainians are fighting for "our collective future" and international principles. On the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, along with several world leaders, signed a monumental security assistance deal worth $3.02 billion in Kyiv. Trudeau emphasized the importance of standing with Ukraine in its fight fo...

24Feb

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Raila’s AU Bid: Ruto’s Support Conditional on Loyalty Pledge, Cherargei’s Terms Revealed

Nandi county senator Samson Cherargei at a past event. IMAGE: FILE In Summary: Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei outlines conditions for Kenya Kwanza's support towards Raila Odinga's bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship. Cherargei asserts Raila must apologize for the 2023 demonstrations and align himself with President Ruto's administration to earn Kenya's endorsement. The call follows Defense CS Aden Duale's assurance of full government support for Raila's AUC candidacy, while Raila expresses readiness for the role. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has laid out prerequisites for Kenya Kwanza's endorsement of Raila Odinga's candidacy for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship. Cherargei maintains that for Raila to gain the backing of the Kenya Kw...

Three-Vehicle Collision Causes Gridlock on Thika Road, Passengers Trapped

24Feb

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Three-Vehicle Collision Causes Gridlock on Thika Road, Passengers Trapped

Traffic chaos ensues on Thika Road following a collision between a crane truck and a lorry, February 24, 2024. PHOTO | COURTESY. In Summary: A major accident on Thika Road involving a lorry, a truck, and a car caused a traffic standstill, trapping occupants inside the vehicles. Eyewitnesses recounted a crane truck losing control and colliding with the lorry and car near the GSU flyover, prompting bystanders to initiate rescue efforts. Motorists found themselves in a standstill along Thika Road as a collision involving three vehicles brought traffic to a halt, creating chaos on the main highway leading to the city. The crash, which unfolded near the GSU flyover, entailed a lorry, a truck, and a car, with occupants from all three vehicles caught within the wreckage, as repor...

NSSF Directs Employers to Raise Deductions After Supreme Court Ruling, Employees to Face Higher Deductions Starting this Month

23Feb

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NSSF Directs Employers to Raise Deductions After Supreme Court Ruling, Employees to Face Higher Deductions Starting this Month

Image featuring the NSSF building.PHOTO | NSSF In Summary: The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) mandates employers to increase deductions following a recent Supreme Court ruling. Despite the court's decision to reassess the challenge against higher rates, NSSF asserts its authority to implement deductions in line with the National Social Security Fund Act No. 45 of 2013. NSSF has issued a directive instructing employers to adjust deduction rates in compliance with a recent Supreme Court ruling. Despite the court's decision to refer the challenge against increased rates back to the Appellate Court, NSSF emphasizes its authority to enforce these deductions. "The Supreme Court has not rescinded the Court of Appeal Orders of February 3, 2023. Consequently, the National So...

AU Chair Moussa Faki Lauds Uhuru’s Approach, Cautions Foreign Powers Amid Raila’s AU Succession Bid

22Feb

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AU Chair Moussa Faki Lauds Uhuru’s Approach, Cautions Foreign Powers Amid Raila’s AU Succession Bid

African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki (right) and former President Uhuru Kenyatta pictured at a significant event in 2021. IMAGE FILE In Summary: AU Chairperson Moussa Faki urges the adoption of former President Uhuru Kenyatta's dialogue framework to address tensions in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Faki emphasizes the importance of prioritizing dialogue among regional leaders and warns against foreign interference in African countries' internal affairs. On Thursday, February 22, the African Union (AU) Chairperson, Moussa Faki, hailed the strategy pioneered by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, advocating its implementation to quell regional tensions. Faki's endorsement of Uhuru's approach underscores the urgency of embracing diplomatic solutio...