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People gathered outside the UN Nairobi offices. PHOTO: UGC In Summary: The UN has advertised over 70 job openings at its Nairobi duty station in August 2024. Qualified candidates, especially from marginalized regions, are encouraged to apply, with roles available across various disciplines. The United Nations (UN) has opened applications for over 70 job vacancies at its Nairobi duty station for August 2024. The UN is particularly encouraging qualified candidates from marginalized regions and countries to apply for these positions, which range from senior management roles to support staff and internship opportunities. Applicants must be proficient in either English or French, the official working languages of the UN Secretariat. The selection process includes a thorough...

Uzra Zeya, the US Department of State Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, speaks during her visit to Kenya on August 7. In Summary: US Under Secretary Uzra Zeya criticizes Kenyan police's excessive force against peaceful protesters and calls for accountability. Zeya emphasizes the importance of protecting fundamental freedoms and urges the Kenyan government to address protesters' concerns and strengthen democratic institutions. US Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, Uzra Zeya, concluded her visit to Kenya with a strong condemnation of police actions against anti-government protesters. During her trip, Zeya met with key figures including President William Ruto, National Security Advisor Monica Juma, and Chief ...

Kenya Power building in Nairobi CBD. PHOTO: Kenya Power In Summary: The National Assembly's Energy Committee has expressed concern over high electricity costs in Kenya. The committee is pushing for a review of power levies and renegotiation with Independent Power Producers to lower prices. The National Assembly's Energy Committee recently questioned energy sector officials about the high cost of electricity in Kenya. They directed relevant entities to reconsider the high levies on power bills to reduce prices. Energy Committee Chair Vincent Musyoka pointedly asked, "For how long are we going to talk about the high cost of electricity, bwana PS?" Embakasi South MP Julius Mawathe added, "As a committee, we want to know why we should buy at Ksh.28 per kW yet our neighbo...

In Summary: Kenya Power will implement power interruptions for network maintenance on August 6, 2024. Affected areas include parts of Nakuru, Nyahururu, Nyeri, Kiambu, and Kilifi counties with outages ranging from 8am to 5pm. Kenya Power has announced a series of planned power interruptions across five counties on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, as part of essential network maintenance. In Nakuru County, power will be cut off from 9am to 4pm in Njoro town and surrounding areas including Karlo, Kenana Farm, Maili Tatu, and others. Nyahururu will experience outages from 9am to 4pm, affecting Rumuruti and nearby areas such as Kinamba, Olmoran, and Maralal town. Nyeri County will face interruptions from 8am to 5pm, impacting regions like Kabebero, Kihuri, and Kairuthi, as well as ...

In Summary: The Matatu Crew Welfare Association claims bias in enforcing justice within the matatu industry. Two matatus, reportedly owned by a senior official’s son, are accused of repeatedly breaking traffic laws with no repercussions. The Matatu Crew Welfare Association has raised concerns about perceived bias in the enforcement of regulations within the matatu industry, according to a report by Citizen TV. The association highlights that two matatus on the Ngong-Nairobi route are notorious for flouting traffic laws, often in plain view of traffic police. These matatus are said to be owned by the son of a high-ranking government official, leading to claims that police officers are reluctant to take action against them for fear of losing their jobs or being transferred....

File image of President William Ruto.PHOTO:William Ruto. In Summary: President William Ruto has called for an end to the internal conflicts within the UDA party. The UDA National Executive Committee removed Cleophas Malala from the Secretary-General position and appointed Hassan Omar as the interim Secretary-General. President William Ruto has broken his silence on the recent leadership wrangles within the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. Speaking in Baringo County on Friday, August 2, Ruto urged party officials to cease unnecessary competition and focus on uniting Kenyans to move the nation forward. The president stated, "There is no need for petty competition even within our UDA party. I want to tell them to stop the chaos. Let us stop internal competi...

National Assembly Departmental Committee on Blue Economy, Water and Irrigation Chair Kagogo Bowen In Summary: The project (Mwache Dam) which has already commenced is financed by world bank at a staggering amount of 32.9B shillings The Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation has requested parliament to urge the National Treasury to release an additional Sh 2 billion for compensation. The ongoing protests and unsettled claims are disrupting construction, costing an estimated Kshs 8.2 million daily. The Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation has urgently requested parliament to appeal to the National Treasury to release the remaining Sh 2 billion to compensate and resettle persons at Mwache Multi-Murpose Dam project in Kinango constituency, bordering Kwale and Tai...

A utility pole carrying electrical wires for distribution seen in Nairobi, Kenya. IMAGE FILE: Kenya Power In Summary: 1) Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has scheduled power interruptions in seven counties for system maintenance. 2) The affected counties are Homabay, Migori, Meru, Mombasa, Nairobi, Kiambu, and Kisii, with varying outage durations. The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced planned power interruptions in seven counties scheduled for Wednesday, July 31, 2024. These periodic interruptions are necessary to facilitate system maintenance and will affect specific areas within Homabay, Migori, Meru, Mombasa, Nairobi, Kiambu, and Kisii counties. In Homabay County, residents of Ringa and Kadongo areas will experience power cuts from 9:00 A.M. ...

In Summary:1) Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has scheduled power interruptions in six counties for system maintenance.2) The affected counties are Kiambu, Makueni, Trans Nzoia, Kakamega, Laikipia, and Kilifi, with varying outage durations. The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced planned power interruptions in six counties scheduled for Tuesday. These periodic interruptions are necessary to facilitate system maintenance and will affect specific areas within Kiambu, Makueni, Trans Nzoia, Kakamega, Laikipia, and Kilifi counties. In Kiambu County, residents of Gikambura Market, Gicharani, Gichuhiro, and Riu Nderi will experience power cuts from 9 am to 5 pm. Makueni County will see interruptions from 9 am to 5 pm, affecting areas including Itangini Marke...