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Lawmakers want the government to pay for the salaries of caregivers, who are vital in special schools.

Kenya and Zimbabwe have agreed to enhance trade and investment even as they signed agreements to boost some of the major sectors of the economy.

76 in Kenya have lost their lives to floods triggered by torrential monsoon downpours since March, the government said Saturday, warning residents "to brace for even heavier rainfall".

Some schools are used as shelter for displaced persons whose homes were washed away or destroyed by floods in most parts of the country, including Nairobi, Tana River and Garissa which are worst hit. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Although most dignitaries, military and police vehicles use the exit during peak time, the guard said the soldiers would obstruct vehicles.

The National Parents Association says tens of homes and learning institutions have been affected by floods and that poses danger to learners.

Term Two to begin as scheduled even as some schools postpone opening date by a week due to flooding.

Over 80 people had been killed by floods by April 28, 2024 with the toll likely to rise due to the heavy rains predicted to May. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Suspended Bomas Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Peter Gitaa Koria will spend the weekend in Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) cells pending arraignment on Monday over Ksh 8.5M procurement fraud.

The funds help the countries build resilience and adapt to the impacts of climate change as well as invest in development priorities.

Sakaja has faced mounting criticism for lack of development in Nairobi since taking over in August 2022. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

More than 20,000 households have been affected by floods, with the death toll reaching 83 by Sunday, April 28 - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 28 - COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has urged President William Ruto to implement a general wage increase to ease economic - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Laban Cheptarus reportedly owed the estate of former Internal Security PS Hezekiah Oyugi rent arrears between March 2004 and March 2024.

Labour PS Shadrack Mwadime said the decision was arrived at following increasing cases of unresolved deaths of Kenyan domestic workers in the Gulf.

With flood-related fatalities surpassing 80 by April 28, 2024, Nairobi alone counts 32 deaths and 16,909 households displaced. Gachagua has confirmed the setup of three camps in Nairobi to facilitate relocation. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

MOGADISHU, April 28 (Xinhua) -- The Somali government confirmed on Saturday the surrender of 100 al-Shabab militants, following an amnesty offer by - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 28 - Police in Kisumu have arrested 12 members of the "Kabar Gang" accused of committing violent robberies in three sublocations. The - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

It comes as Israeli public radio reported the arrival of Abbas Kamel, the head of the Egyptian intelligence leading an Egyptian security delegation to Israel as part of talks to resume the exchange deal with Hamas. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

The Palace said the King and Queen will host the Emperor and Empress of Japan for a state visit in June. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Gachagua admitted that about 10,000 government workers may be having fake papers.

Colonel Duncan Keitany was given a symbolic gun salute during the burial at his home in Saos, Eldama Ravine, within Baringo County.

Nairobi County has been listed among the counties that have been greatly affected with a significant death toll of 32 and 16,909 households displaced.

Millicent Wambui claimed that she fears that the minor will be abandoned in the USA if the court orders that he is returned.

Fahad, whose real name is Ghufran Sawadi, was reportedly shot in her car by a lone person with a gun riding a motorbike. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

The Deputy President said Nairobi is critical to the nation’s socio-economic growth and development. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Government Spokesperson said 24,196 households had been displaced by floods since the onset of rains with approximately 131,450 people affected. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

President Ruto said Kenya's candidature is informed by the role that the country plays in enhancing the Pan–African Agenda.

Nearly 4,000 international travelers from countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Australia are on the cruise liner, the largest inbound tour group visiting the city ahead of the upcoming May Day holiday, according to information from the Shanghai Municip

Rivalries between communities persist, making divisions within communities that much harder to tackle.

Two employees of Kenya Airways (KQ) were arrested at N’Djili International Airport in Kinshasa.

Kenya has nominated Dr Zablon Muruka Mokua to the East African Court of Justice to replace Justice Charles Nyachae.

The President pointed out that innovation has the potential to introduce economies to the possibilities of the digital economy and increase intra-Africa trade, thus accelerating regional integration. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

Francis Atwoli says those behind the parallel Labour Day celebrations are opportunists trying to capitalise on Cotu's achievements.