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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...

A utility pole carrying electrical wires for distribution seen in Nairobi, Kenya, captured in a 2015 image. PHOTO | Kenya Power In Summary: Kenya Power has scheduled power interruptions in seven counties on Wednesday, affecting various areas within each region. The affected counties include Baringo, Kakamega, Kisii, Nyamira, Homa Bay, Nyeri, and Embu, with diverse interruption timings throughout the day. Kenya Power has issued a notice regarding planned power interruptions in seven counties on Wednesday, impacting several areas within each region. Baringo:Scheduled power interruptions are expected to occur from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, affecting locations such as Kaptimbor Market, Showground, Pemwai Girls, Alpa Radio, Imani Radio, Ossen Market, Ossen Girls, Kabartonjo Boys Kaba...

A photo illustration of the vehicle involved in the accident at Eshilakwe Primary School on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. PHOTO FILE. In Summary: Lurambi authorities investigate a car accident at Eshilakwe Primary School, injuring seven pupils. The injured students, including those from nursery and grade four, received medical treatment at Kakamega Referral Hospital. Officials in Lurambi are looking into a concerning incident at Eshilakwe Primary School in Kakamega County, where seven students sustained injuries in a car accident on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. The incident unfolded when a vehicle lost control due to brake failure, crashing into the school's playground while children were engaged in activities. Among the injured were six nursery school pupils and one grade fo...

Parliament in Session on November 9, 2023. IMAGE FILE / COURTESY In Summary:1) The National Assembly Joint Committee on Housing and Finance suggests significant revisions to the Affordable Housing Bill, including the removal of the 10% deposit requirement.2) Proposed changes encompass reducing the time frame for deposit refunds, introducing fair house allocation methods, involving students in housing construction through internships, and integrating students into the housing allocation process. Nairobi, Feb 15 (TopNews) - The National Assembly Joint Committee on Housing and Finance has proposed several amendments to the Affordable Housing Bill in response to concerns voiced by Kenyans. One key adjustment entails eliminating the mandatory 10% deposit requirement, which many feared w...

Azimio Party leader Raila Odinga shares a lighthearted moment with former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo after a press conference in Karen, Nairobi, on Thursday, February 15, 2024. PHOTO |COURTESY In Summary: Raila Odinga's bid for the African Union (AU) Chairperson position could grant him significant authority and a monthly salary of Ksh2.4 million (US$15,576.75) alongside other benefits. Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga stands to gain substantial authority and financial benefits if elected as the African Union (AU) Chairperson. As outlined by the AU mandate, the AU Chairperson enjoys numerous responsibilities, including overseeing the administration and enforcement of AU policies and preparing the Union's budget. In addition to diplomatic duties, such as represe...