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NCPB takes over seed subsidy function from Kenya Seed Company
3+ hour, 42+ min ago (399+ words) The National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) has been directed to assume responsibility for the maize seed subsidy program from the Kenya Seed Company, following a session by the National Assembly Committee on Agriculture and Livestock on March 16, 2026. The move…...
Gachagua responds to Moses Kuria over claims DCP MPs will be bought by govt
16+ hour, 5+ min ago (429+ words) Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has clapped back at ex-Gatundu South MP Moses Kuria over his recent remarks that all members of parliament (MPs) elected on the Democracy for Citizens (DCP) party ticket will be bought by the state. While…...
Natembeya addresses Senate over County Public Service Board standoff
13+ hour, 26+ min ago (326+ words) Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya appeared before the Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations on Monday, March 16, 2026, to respond to questions surrounding the closure of the County Public Service Board. The governor used the opportunity to clarify the legal…...
Court frees 4 accused in Nairobi Hospital case on Ksh5M personal bond
11+ hour, 3+ min ago (625+ words) A Nairobi court has freed four individuals charged over actions said to have been committed while serving as directors of Kenya Hospital Association Limited on a personal bond of Ksh5 million each after they were arraigned and charged with several counts....
Kaluma dismisses ODM divisions, says Linda Ground aims to secure party strongholds
19+ hour, 43+ min ago (415+ words) Homa Bay Town Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Kaluma has dismissed claims of divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Speaking on Monday, March 16, 2026, during an interview with a local radio station, Kaluma insisted that the party remains united and…...
ODM holds consultative meeting with Kilifi aspirants ahead of Special Delegates Conference
23+ hour, 23+ min ago (385+ words) The Orange Democratic Movement has hosted a consultative meeting bringing together party aspirants in Kilifi County in preparation for its upcoming Special Delegates Conference (SDC) set for March 27. According to a party's post on its X account on Monday, March…...
Japan begins release of oil reserves as Iran war sparks energy crisis
20+ hour, 18+ min ago (259+ words) Japan has begun releasing oil from its emergency reserves amid the global energy crisis sparked by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran in response to US-Israeli attacks. Takaichi announced the move shortly before the International Energy…...
Iran war: UK to unveil emergency support for households worst hit by energy price rises
1+ day, 5+ min ago (414+ words) Emergency help for poorer households hit by energy bills driven up by the Iran war is to be unveiled by Sir Keir Starmer. The government says it will provide "targeted" support for families that rely on heating oil, the cost…...
Tony Gachoka warns banks exploit borrowers’ vulnerabilities, backs Tuju in Dari Business Park dispute
1+ day, 10+ hour ago (414+ words) KANU spokesman and Nairobi gubernatorial aspirant Tony Gachoka has expressed support for former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju following the ongoing dispute surrounding the Dari Business Park property in Karen, Nairobi. In a statement shared on X on Sunday, March 15, 2026, Gachoka…...
Gachagua casts doubt on SHA, says Kenyans still fundraise for hospital bills
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (379+ words) Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has raised concerns over the effectiveness of the Social Health Authority (SHA), saying Kenyans still rely on community fundraisers to settle hospital bills despite government assurances that the system is working. Speaking during a church…...