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Leader of Azimio la Umoja, Raila Odinga (left), and Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa (right) pictured after the Two-Thirds Gender Principle meeting at Raila's Capitol Hill offices in Nairobi. Photo shared by Raila Odinga on his X. In Summary: Raila Odinga, the leader of Azimio la Umoja, convened a meeting on Tuesday with the multi-sectoral working group to discuss the implementation of the two-thirds gender principle. The gathering, spearheaded by Gender, Culture, The Arts, and Heritage Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa, took place at Raila's Capitol Hill offices in Nairobi, resulting in a commitment to accelerate implementation efforts. Raila Odinga, the leader of Azimio la Umoja, engaged in discussions on the implementation of the two-thirds gender principle in a meeting held on ...

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 "The Supreme Court has not rescinded the Court of Appeal Orders of February 3, 2023.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...

US President Joe Biden, accompanied by his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto, during a previous meeting. PHOTO | COURTESY In Summary: President William Ruto thanks US President Joe Biden for inviting him to the White House for a State Visit, marking 60 years of diplomatic ties between Kenya and the US. Ruto anticipates discussions on various topics including peace, trade, climate action, and innovation during the visit. Kenyan President William Ruto has extended his gratitude to US President Joe Biden for inviting him to the White House for a State Visit later this year. The visit, scheduled for May 23rd, 2024, commemorates 60 years of diplomatic relations between Kenya and the United States since Kenya gained independence. In a statement post...

In Summary: Hussein Ismail Godad, a warehouse manager at Medina Chemicals Limited, denies charges of stealing goods worth Ksh.67.5 million. Godad allegedly stole animal health products from the company's warehouse in Nairobi, where he worked, facing a bond of Ksh.500,000 or cash bail of Ksh.200,000. Hussein Ismail Godad, a warehouse manager employed at Medina Chemicals Limited, stood before Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Benard Ochoi on Friday to face accusations of pilfering products valued over Ksh.67.5 million. Keep Reading: Eliud Kipchoge Set to Inspire Manchester United Players with Pep Talk Sole Survivor Sharon Kosgey Shares Kelvin Kiptum's Final Moments The allegations revolve around the theft of animal health products totaling Ksh.67,513,76...

Azimio la Umoja - One Kenya Coalition Leader Raila Odinga .PHOTO | COURTESY..Source: X In Summary:1) Raila Odinga is seeking support across 55 member states for his bid to become the African Union (AU) Chairperson.2) If elected, Odinga's role would require him to navigate political neutrality, potentially impacting his involvement in Kenya's politics. Raila Odinga, former premier of Kenya, has announced his candidacy for the position of African Union (AU) Chairperson. He is actively lobbying support from the 55 member states. His campaign is especially focused on consolidating the backing of the East African Community (EAC) nations, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo, and South Sudan. The announcement, made from Odinga's residence in Karen, has stirre...