DP Kindiki Welcomes Ruto for the North Eastern Tour.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki met President William Ruto in Mandera County on Tuesday. The visit marks the start of a three-day development tour across Kenya's North Eastern region.
Kindiki arrived earlier with Environment Minister Aden Duale and presidential aide Farouk Kibet. Water Minister Eric Muuga joined the welcoming party.
Local leaders attended the event, including Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif and Marsabit Governor Mohamud Ali. Several Principal Secretaries and Members of Parliament gathered to greet the president.
The tour aims to assess progress and needs in Kenya's northeastern areas.
Ruto Tours Mandera College, Pledges Education Support.
President William Ruto visited Mandera Teachers Training College Tuesday as part of his week-long tour of Kenya's North Eastern region.
He met with students at the college and promised more teachers and better facilities across the area. "These improvements will create equal chances for all learners," Ruto said.
The president later spoke at Moi Stadium, where he vowed to tackle security issues in the region and stressed that his plans would help every student succeed.
Several officials joined the president's visit, including Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and regional governors Mohamed Adan Khalif of Mandera and Mohamud Ali of Marsabit. Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale and Eric...
TSC Reshuffles Leadership as CEO's Term Nears End.
The Teachers Service Commission announced sweeping staff changes ahead of CEO Nancy Macharia's retirement this June. The reorganization affects officers across county, regional, and subcounty positions as Macharia completes her second five-year term.
Joseph Kariuki earned a promotion from Nakuru County Director to Nyanza Regional Director. He takes over from Jane Gatakaa Njage, who moves to represent TSC at the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
In related moves, Geoffrey Matasero Chemos left his Uasin Gishu role to lead Nakuru County. Francis Saina Keter departed Busia to fill the Uasin Gishu position, with Jackson Ong'eto Atutu shifting from Baringo to head Busia operations...
Thousands Flee Greek Island as Earthquakes Strike Santorini.
Ferry boats and planes carried 8,500 people from Santorini this week amid hundreds of earthquakes. Local media reported 6,000 residents left by sea since Sunday, with emergency flights adding 2,500 more departures.
Scientists recorded over 300 earthquakes near the island in 48 hours. Several tremors reached magnitude 4.7 early Tuesday. Officials closed schools and warned against indoor gatherings.
"Everything is closed. No-one works. The island has emptied," an 18-year-old resident told Reuters at the port.
Aegean Airlines added three emergency flights after a request from Greece's Civil Protection Ministry. The carrier flew thousands to Athens on Monday and Tuesday.
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Kenya Health Minister Pledges Quick Fix for Medical System Issues.
Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa promised Tuesday to solve technical problems affecting the new Social Health Authority. She said the Taifa Care program will expand across Kenya, benefiting more citizens.
"Over 500,000 Kenyans have received care since we started this program," Barasa said. The government has paid facilities that provide these medical services.
The minister acknowledged system failures but noted that similar problems occur in other countries. She highlighted growth from the previous system, saying SHA covers 18 million people—triple the number under the old National Hospital Insurance Fund.
"Our goal includes every Kenyan," Barasa said. A new...
Kenya Health System Making Progress, Minister Says.
Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Barasa reports steady improvements in Kenya's new healthcare system. Speaking at a tobacco awareness campaign in Nanyuki on Tuesday, she highlighted both achievements and ongoing challenges.
Over 500,000 Kenyans have received care through the Taifa Care program, and funds have already been sent to participating health facilities. The ministry aims to expand three key programs nationwide: the Social Health Authority, Digital Health Authority, and Taifa Care.
Technical issues remain a concern. The government installed a new server Friday to address system interruptions. "System interruptions occur even in developed countries, similar to mobile banking,"...
South Africa Defends Land Law After US Criticism.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called Elon Musk to address concerns about the country's new land reform law. This followed threats by US President Donald Trump to cut funding to South Africa.
Trump claimed on Truth Social that South Africa was confiscating land and "treating certain classes of people very badly." Musk, the South African-born tech leader, questioned Ramaphosa on X about "openly racist ownership laws."
Ramaphosa's office said he assured Musk of South Africa's commitment to "the rule of law, justice, fairness and equality." The president denied that any land confiscation had taken place.
The new law permits land seizures without payment under specific...
China Counters US Trade Moves with New Tariffs and Restrictions.
China responded to US trade measures with targeted tariffs on American goods and fresh business restrictions. The move followed President Donald Trump's blanket 10% tariff on Chinese imports.
Beijing plans to impose a 10% tax on US coal and liquefied natural gas and a 15% tax on crude oil starting February 10. The impact may be limited—US imports represent just 1.7% of China's total crude purchases in 2023.
China added taxes on agricultural machinery, pickup trucks, and large cars. These sectors represent small portions of Chinese imports, as most vehicles come from Europe and Japan. The country has also recently boosted domestic farm equipment production.
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Kenya's Ruto Pledges Development in Northern Region, Donates Sh1M to College.
President William Ruto donated Sh1 million for student lunches during his visit to Mandera Teachers Training College on Tuesday. The gift came as part of his week-long tour of Kenya's North Eastern region.
During his inspection of the facility, Ruto told the college president, "I will give you Sh1 million to buy them lunch. "
The President announced plans to improve education access across the region through infrastructure development and teacher recruitment. He emphasized his commitment to providing equal opportunities for all learners.
Speaking at Moi Stadium, Ruto addressed security concerns and promised decisive action against regional insecurity. He...
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