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Joseph Muia

2026-04-292026-07-01

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    About 1 million youth enter labour market yearly, over 80% find informal jobs - Report By Joseph Muia June 18, 2026 09:17 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter AFIDEP Research and Policy Analyst Dr Joshua Magero,

    About 1 million youth enter labour market yearly, over 80% find informal jobs - Report
  3. Citizen Digital

    Outcry as teacher seeking IVF is asked for marriage certificate, but SHA says it was an error By Joseph Muia June 17, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize When the Social Health Auth

    Outcry as teacher seeking IVF is asked for marriage certificate, but SHA says it was an error
  4. Citizen Digital

    Former Kaimosi Friends University employee charged over forgery of academic certificate By Joseph Muia June 16, 2026 07:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize A former employee of Kaimosi Frie

    Former Kaimosi Friends University employee charged over forgery of academic certificate
  5. May 2026
  6. Citizen Digital

    President Ruto emotionally recalls losing first-born son By Joseph Muia May 29, 2026 12:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President Ruto holding hands with First Lady Rachel Ruto during a State Dinner host

    President Ruto emotionally recalls losing first-born son
  7. Citizen Digital

    Matatu operators end nationwide strike after talks with Ruto By Joseph Muia May 22, 2026 11:29 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Matatu Owners Association (MOA) Chairperson Albert Karakacha addresses the pres

    Matatu operators end nationwide strike after talks with Ruto
  8. Citizen Digital

    Nairobi Central OCS Angoya released as police dismiss reports of planned arraignment By Joseph Muia May 19, 2026 10:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Dishon Angoya receiv

    Nairobi Central OCS Angoya released as police dismiss reports of planned arraignment
  9. Citizen Digital

    Nairobi Central OCS hospitalised after arrest for releasing 64 protest suspects By Joseph Muia May 19, 2026 04:52 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Dishon Angoya is seen sea

    Nairobi Central OCS hospitalised after arrest for releasing 64 protest suspects
  10. KNCCI warns fuel increase could cut MSME margins 15%

    1. Citizen Digital

      Motorist strike: Stakeholders demand disbandment of EPRA, lowering fuel prices By Joseph Muia May 16, 2026 05:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Representatives of matatu owners, tour vehicle operators and

      Motorist strike: Stakeholders demand disbandment of EPRA, lowering fuel prices
    2. Citizen Digital

      Ndindi Nyoro seeks recall of MPs to debate fuel price reduction proposals By Joseph Muia May 16, 2026 05:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro during a past session.

      Ndindi Nyoro seeks recall of MPs to debate fuel price reduction proposals
  11. Citizen Digital

    LIST: CS Murkomen reshuffles regional and county commissioners By Joseph Muia May 15, 2026 07:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen in a past address.

    LIST: CS Murkomen reshuffles regional and county commissioners
Society

Cabinet approves Ksh.4.5B for 10 Mother and Child hospitals

The News

The Cabinet has approved a Ksh.4.5 billion initiative to construct 10 Level 4 and Level 5 Mother and Child hospitals across different counties in partnership with Amsons Group, as part of efforts to strengthen maternal and neonatal healthcare.

Why it matters

The Cabinet approved a Sh4.5 billion initiative to construct 10 Level 4 and 5 maternal and child hospitals across underserved counties.

18 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Cabinet approves Ksh.4.5B for 10 Mother and Child hospitals

    The Cabinet has approved a Ksh.4.5 billion initiative to construct 10 Level 4 and Level 5 Mother and Child hospitals across different counties in partnership with Amsons Group, as part of efforts to strengthen maternal and neonatal healthcare.

    18 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Nyamira County Assembly deputy clerk arrested for procurement fraud

    The EACC has arrested Nyamira County Assembly Deputy Clerk Leonard Kevin Nyamasege over alleged procurement irregularities, including the irregular award of a tender to Jetta Builders Ltd despite the company not being the lowest evaluated bidder, which conferred an undue financial benefit of Ksh.30,187,396 to the contractor. Nyamasege, who is also the Director of Finance and Accounts, faces charges including abuse of office and willful failure to comply with public funds management law.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Friday 26 June

  1. Government deploys 6,360 healthcare interns nationwide from July

    The Ministry of Health will deploy 6,360 healthcare interns across the country beginning July 1, 2026, for a mandatory 12-month placement in various healthcare facilities as part of the annual internship programme aimed at strengthening the health workforce.

    26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Police ready to provide security for June 25 anniversary protests

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said police are prepared to provide security for demonstrators expected to participate in Thursday's June 25 anniversary protests, and that the government respects the constitutional right to peacefully assemble while warning that police would deal firmly with criminals seeking to infiltrate the demonstrations.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Interior CS says police ready to secure June 25 protests

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said police are prepared to provide security for demonstrators expected to participate in Thursday's June 25 anniversary protests, stating the government respects citizens' constitutional right to peacefully assemble while warning police would deal firmly with criminals.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Kalonzo calls for June 25 as national public holiday

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be formally recognised as a national public holiday, dubbed 'Liberation Day,' to honour young Kenyans who led the anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024. He said the day should serve as a permanent reminder of the sacrifices made by youth in defence of freedom, justice and constitutional rights.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Kalonzo calls for June 25th recognition as national public holiday

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be formally recognised as a national public holiday, dubbed 'Liberation Day,' in honour of young Kenyans who led the anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Ruto raises duty-free allowance to Ksh.260K from Ksh.39K

    President William Ruto has increased the duty-free allowance for returning travellers from Ksh.39,000 to Ksh.260,000 when assenting to the Finance Bill 2026, aiming to address concerns from Kenyans living and working abroad and other visitors.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. NTSA suspends new matatu Sacco registration for 24 months

    The National Transport and Safety Authority has imposed a 24-month moratorium on licensing new public transport operators and a 12-month suspension on adding or extending existing routes, citing non-compliance and road safety concerns.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 18 June

  1. Person dies after falling from hospital building in Nairobi

    An unnamed individual died after falling from one of the buildings at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi. Police are investigating the circumstances of the incident.

    18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nearly 1 million Kenyan youth enter labour market yearly

    A new study reveals that about 800,000 to 1 million young Kenyans enter the labour market annually, but over 80 per cent of those who secure employment end up in informal jobs without written contracts, health insurance, or social security. The formal economy created only 78,600 jobs in 2024, highlighting a significant gap between labour supply and opportunity.

    18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Teacher claims SHA demanded marriage proof for IVF coverage

    A high school teacher reported being asked to provide a marriage certificate before accessing IVF treatment under the Social Health Authority's new fertility coverage for teachers, sparking outcry over the requirement. SHA later stated the request was an error.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Former KAFU employee charged with forged degree, Ksh.6.3m fraud

    Alexander Ndumia Kariuki, a former Kaimosi Friends University employee, has been charged with fraudulently acquiring over Ksh.6.3 million in public funds after allegedly using a forged Master of Criminology degree to secure employment as a Tutorial Fellow. The EACC investigation found the certificate was falsely attributed to Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.

    16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 29 May

  1. Ruto calls for urgent action on maternal, newborn deaths

    President Ruto emotionally recounted the loss of his first-born son while addressing maternal and newborn deaths in Kenya at the National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi, saying the experience remains personal to him and First Lady Rachel Ruto.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 22 May

  1. Matatu operators call off nationwide strike after talks with Ruto

    Public transport operators have ended their nationwide strike following talks with President William Ruto at State House in Mombasa. The Federation of Public Transport Sector Chairperson said operators resolved to prioritise economic stability after the President committed to address challenges facing the sector.

    22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Nairobi Central OCS Angoya released unconditionally after arrest

    Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Chief Inspector Dishon Angoya was released unconditionally hours after his arrest over the release of 64 suspects detained during Monday's nationwide protests linked to a transport sector strike. The officer had been admitted to Lang'ata Hospital after reportedly developing health complications following his arrest.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nairobi police station commander arrested, hospitalised over suspect release

    Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Chief Inspector Dishon Angoya was arrested by the Deputy Regional Police Commander and admitted to Lang'ata Hospital after developing complications following his arrest for reportedly releasing 64 suspects detained during Monday's protests without proper authority. He is accused of abuse of office.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. Transport sector announces nationwide strike over fuel prices

    Transport sector players under the Transport Alliance umbrella have announced a nationwide strike beginning Monday, demanding the immediate disbandment of EPRA and lowering of fuel prices, accusing the government of imposing "sharp and unjustified" price increases that have worsened the cost of living.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. MP Nyoro seeks Parliament recall to debate fuel price reduction

    Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has called for the urgent recall of the National Assembly from recess to consider proposed legislative amendments aimed at reducing fuel prices by lowering taxes and levies on petroleum products amid public concern over rising living costs.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 15 May

  1. Interior CS Murkomen reshuffles regional and county commissioners

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced transfers and deployments of Regional Commissioners and County Commissioners aimed at strengthening coordination of National Government functions and addressing security and administrative concerns. The reshuffle included the movement of officers such as Rhoda Nyaboke Onyancha from Coast Region to Nairobi and Paul Rotich from Eastern Region to Coast.

    15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 14 May

  1. KMTC accountant charged with forged KCSE certificate

    A Kenya Medical Training College accountant has been charged with forging his KCSE results from C- to C+ to gain admission to Kisii University and later secure promotion at KMTC. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission says he used the falsified academic papers to obtain a Bachelor of Commerce degree and subsequently applied for advancement within the institution.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Government asks school principals to prevent unrest triggers

    The Basic Education Principal Secretary has convened a meeting with school principals and education officials to discuss interventions for preventing unrest in learning institutions, noting that the second term has historically experienced such cases and urging officers to identify and address warning signs early.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 8 May

  1. ODM leader Oburu Oginga breaks silence after public absence

    ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga posted videos and photos of himself playing golf on Friday, resurfacing after a brief absence from the public eye that raised questions about his health. His office dismissed reports questioning his health and political relevance, characterizing them as "malicious," and explained that his recent absence was part of the party's strategic decision.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 6 May

  1. University application portal closes midnight as KCSE candidates finalize choices

    Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has urged 2025 KCSE candidates to complete their university and college applications before the portal closes at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, warning that adding courses to the basket is not the same as submitting an application.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 5 May

  1. EACC urges respect for court decisions in corruption cases

    EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud dismissed claims that the commission drops cases or conducts weak investigations, stating that courts determine outcomes, not the commission. He emphasized that Kenyans must understand constitutional freedoms and the appeal process in high-profile cases that have passed through multiple courts.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 1 May

  1. Tanzanian man charged with killing girl in Mombasa

    A Tanzanian national, Anthony Juma, has been charged with defiling and strangling an 11-year-old girl, Glorious Kaiza Maore, in Mombasa. Her body was discovered in a sack in the Manyani area days after she went missing from Sunday school practice in March.

    1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 April

  1. Kitui and Garissa governors address border insecurity at joint meeting

    Kitui Governor Julius Malombe and Garissa Governor Nathif Jama held a joint public engagement at Nguni Market with security agencies, residents, clergy and community leaders to address escalating insecurity along the Kitui–Garissa border. The meeting follows recent attacks in the area that left at least seven people dead and have disrupted transport and daily life.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Ex-nominated Senator Orwoba arrested attempting Senate access

    Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba was arrested at Parliament Buildings while attempting to enter the Senate chambers following a court ruling that reinstated her as a UDA member. Orwoba, ousted from her position in 2025, was blocked by security officers as she insisted she was reporting back to work.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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