Benjamin Muriuki
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Kenya assures citizens doing business in Tanzania will not be affected by new licensing order
Nairobi had raised the matter with Dar es Salaam, arguing that the order was inconsistent with provisions of the East African Community (EAC) Common Market Protocol, which guarantees free movement of persons, services, and the right of establishment across member states....
Nearly 42,000 people in Gaza have 'life-changing injuries': WHO
A fresh analysis from the United Nations' health agency found that a quarter of those hurt over the two-year conflict have injuries that will seriously impact the rest of their lives.
Wajir West MP protests exclusion of Wagalla Massacre victims in State compensation plan
The legislator expressed outrage at the government’s framework, arguing that it perpetuates a cycle of neglect for communities in Northern Kenya that have endured historical injustices.
MP Njeri Maina urges global support for Kenya’s youth ahead of 2027 elections
Maina highlighted the ongoing challenges facing young protesters in Kenya, noting that hundreds were arrested following the June 25th, 2025 protest marking the anniversary of the 2024 Finance Bill unrest.
Tobacco Bill could fuel black market, kill jobs – survey shows
An overwhelming majority, 85 percent, believe encouraging smokers to switch to safer products would help them quit conventional cigarettes.
Kenya, Ethiopia to benefit from Solar Energy for Agriculture Project Phase II
The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), with support from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), has launched Phase II of the Solar Energy for Agricultural Resilience (SoLAR) project, expanding into East Africa after five years of work in South Asia....
Sonko honoured with Doctorate in Leadership and Governance at global summit in London
The recognition was conferred during the 3rd Global Leadership Investment Summit and Peace Award (GLISPA) ceremony held at the House of Lords, British Parliament.
Nairobi Water Company appoints Martin Nangole as Acting MD
The appointment follows a High Court ruling delivered on May 2, 2025, which barred the extension of Eng. Muguna’s tenure beyond December 2025.
Alabama Death Row inmate to be executed by nitrogen gas
According to court documents, the child was "beaten, strangled, sexually mutilated, and had twenty-four human bite marks covering her entire body in what the medical examiner called the worst case of brutality he had ever seen."
Laikipia County MP pushes for AGOA extension, warns over 60K jobs at risk
The motion seeks to have AGOA extended for an additional sixteen years, until 2041, citing its vital role in boosting exports, creating employment, and attracting investment across Sub-Saharan Africa.