Day: May 14, 2024

National News

BREAKING NEWS: Several people feared trapped following a landslide in Kimende, Kiambu

Red Cross is tonight reporting a landslide has occurred in the Kimende Escarpments of Kiambu County. Several people are believed to be trapped. The Red Cross Action Team is en route to the scene. This coming barely days after the Mai Mahiu floods tragedy that claimed lives and left scores nursing injuries.

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Nakuru news

Upcoming modern Market at Mzee Wanyama to benefit over 200 traders

Over 200 traders will benefit from the upcoming modern Market at Mzee Wanyama on the border of Nakuru East and Gilgil Sub counties. This was revealed on Tuesday May 14, 2024 during the ground breaking ceremony graced by Governor Susan Kihika in the company of MPs David Gikaria (Nakuru Town East) and Martha Wangari (Gilgil). […]

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National News

What the swearing in of 20 new High Court Judges means to Judiciary

Twenty High Court Judges took their Oaths of Office on Tuesday May 14,2024 in the morning in a ceremony presided over by President William Ruto. Chief Justice Martha Koome has finally highlighted the impact the move has on Judiciary. According to Koome, the Judges will embark on a Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) in seven divisions […]

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National News

Samson Omwanza Ombati sworn in as Commissioner Judicial Service

Samson Omwanza Ombati was on Tuesday May 14, 2024 sworn in as a Commissioner Judicial Service Commission. The event held at Supreme Court was presided over by Chief Justice Martha Koome. According to CJ Koome, Ombati joins other JSC Commissioners in collective pursuit of the imperatives of securing the independence and accountability of the Judiciary […]

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Education

Governor Kihika directs Education Department to promptly disburse bursary cheques to deserving students

The Nakuru County Department of Education has been directed to expedite the process of bursary cheques disbursement to needy students. This follows the heavy down pour and the aftermath effects that has rendered many parents vulnerable. Many livelihoods have been affected and parents are struggling to meet the needs of their children. Speaking in Waseges, […]

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Nakuru news

Over 100 families affected by flash floods in Waseges Ward receive relief food

Over 100 families that were affected by flash floods at Thuthwa in Waseges Ward, Subukia Sub-county of Nakuru County on Tuesday May 14, 2024 received emergency relief food from the government. The distribution exercise was led by Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and County Commissioner Loyford Kibaara. According to Kihika, this swift action aimed to provide […]

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National News

Here’s the full list of 20 newly sworn in High Court Judges

On Tuesday May 14, 2024, President William Ruto officiated the swearing in of 20 new High Court Judges. The new Judges are Francis Weche Andayi, John Lolwatan Tamar, Julius Kipkosgei Ng’arng’ar, Emily Onyando Ominde, Wendy Kagendo Micheni, Julius Mukut Nangea, Caroline Jepyegen Kendagor, Stephen Nzisi Mbungi, Joe Omido Makuti and Linus Poghon Kassan. Others are […]

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National News

President Ruto assures Judiciary of Executive’s support towards service to Kenyans

  The Executive will continue to support the Judiciary to serve Kenyans better, President William Ruto has said. Speaking on Tuesday May 14, 2024 during the swearing in ceremony of 20 newly appointed judges of the High Court at State House, Nairobi, President Ruto said an effective and efficient judiciary is good for the country. […]

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Health

Revenue collected from liquor should be channeled to rehabilitation- Mututho

The county Governments as well as National Government should ensure that all revenue collected from liquor is used in rehabilitating Alcohol addicts. Former NACADA Boss John Mututho says according to the Alcohol laws, all revenue collected from legal liquor Businesses should be maximized in rehabilitation centers. This he says will go a long way in […]

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Education

Kihika directs Public Service Department to find alternative accomodation for floods victims camping in schools

Nakuru County Governor Susan Kihika has directed the Department of Public Service to find alternative accommodation for families currently sheltering in schools on a short-term basis. Kihika said this is to pave way for learners as schools reopen for the second term. She made the remarks while  acknowledging the devastating impact of floods. Additionally, Kihika […]

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