Ministry of Foreign Affairs has defended Kenyans working at the Africa Centers for Disease Control against critics who questioned their numbers. He said Africa CDC has a provision for 340 seconded staff and only 39 are Kenyan and they were all hired by merit. The Africa CDC employs workers on regular contracts and short-term contracts. Currently, the AU has approved 155 regular quota positions at the Africa CDC. I also confirm that my decision is not in any way related to, nor motivated by, any of the ongoing recruitment processes within Africa CDC or the African Union,” he said.

by Danielle Oster , YesterdayCoke Studio, Coca-Cola’s global music platform, last week unveiled the initial group of artists it is partnering with for the 2024 summer season. This year’s program ties dedicated music fandom to the brand’s “Real Magic” brand platform. Coca-Cola’s artist roster includes Grammy-winning pop star Karol G, who became the first woman to debut at the top of the Billboard 200 Chart with a Spanish-language album; Korean girl group NewJeans; and Berlin-based South Korean singer Peggy Gou. The program will include digital and real-world activations featuring these artists and other acts that will be named in the coming months, with the artist roster curated, managed and produced in partnership with Universal Music Group For Brands, Spotify music consultancy AUX and Blended Strategy Group. “The artists have been extremely collaborative, and they each aligned with the values of our brand: inclusivity, authenticity, and positivity.”The campaign follows Coca-Cola taking an AI-powered Coke Studio experience on tour last summer, with appearances at several music festivals.

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The village that makes electricity but lives in darknessWhen the sun goes down, an inky darkness envelops Riting village on the shores of Lake Turkwel. Ironically, the village that hosts the 106MW Turkwel power plant has never been connected to electricity. But we are yet to get electricity despite power lines passing right above our homes,” a resident, Ms Dorine Cheptoo, told the Nation. Other villages that are without power despite being located near the plant are Lochokee, Kositey, Lorogon, and Emong. “Our businesses cannot grow because we are in darkness,” said Mr Dennis Yarapong, a resident of Riting.

Kanu party leader Gideon Moi has warned that the Finance Bill, 2024 will condemn more Kenyans into poverty if the tax proposals are not revised. “Therefore, the National Assembly Finance and Planning Committee must ensure that its final report reflects the opinions, concerns, and aspirations of Kenyans on the Bill,” he said. He said Kenyans' hope solely lies on the National Assembly to amend the Bill to alleviate the burden of over-taxation. He said the government’s approach to aggressively exact tax beyond the point of elasticity during an economic downturn will inevitably reduce the tax revenue. He said the government must embark on improving the ease of doing business, simplifying tax regimes, and combatting public-sector corruption.

US wants tighter rules on wildlife traffickingThe US wants Kenya to tighten rules on environmental protection and conserving natural resources as negotiations for a new trade deal between the two nations intensify. In the latest third set of proposed texts in the targeted trade deal, the US is seeking greater commitment from Kenya to strengthen laws and rules on environmental protection with a key focus on conserving natural resources. “The proposed text includes provisions to address air quality, marine litter, and plastic pollution, to combat wildlife trafficking, to promote sustainable forest management, to conserve marine species, and to prevent the loss of biodiversity,” the office of the US Trade Representative wrote in the summary of its proposals on environment chapter. The virtual public participation session will provide an opportunity for groups and individuals to give their input into the contentious clauses in the proposed US-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership. This has come at a time when a section of lobby groups have protested over little transparency and public participation on the Kenyan side.

Limpopo's Ke Di Shxt Malume hitmaker Shebeshxt, real name Lehlogonolo Chauke, is reportedly on the mend after surviving an accident that claimed the life of his nine-year-old daughter, Onthatile, over the weekend. The tragic accident happened on Saturday evening when the charcoal Volkswagen Polo he was driving collided with a heavy motor vehicle and overturned. His fiancé, the third occupant in the car and was also injured. "He's still in the hospital – he had a procedure yesterday, and there's another procedure today [Tuesday], but it looks like everything is going well now. Yesterday's [Monday] procedure was successful, so we're waiting to hear how it goes, but it looks promising," family spokesperson Lot Ramusi told News24.

President William Ruto has today chaired a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was in attendance during the morning meeting. State House is yet to disclose what was discussed during the meet.

"Aligning with Viral Nation underscores our dedication to leveraging the power of influencer marketing to connect with our diverse audiences in meaningful ways," said Sarah Moore, SVP of Marketing for MGM Resorts. Joe Gagliese, CEO and Co-Founder of Viral Nation, said, "We are thrilled to be selected as MGM Resorts' Influencer Marketing Agency of Record. MGM Resorts' dedication to cutting-edge strategies mirrors our agency's focus on Social-First Marketing, which drives tangible results for brands. Together with MGM Resorts, we're poised to showcase the power of social media in delivering impactful business outcomes." Story continuesViral Nation will support MGM Resorts with influencer marketing strategy, execution and implementation across its entire brand ambassador program, all backed by Viral Nation’s award-winning, Social-First technology.

A video of a prophet warning Shebeshxt has gone viral on social media. Source: UGCThe now-viral clip comes days after the Ambulance singer's tragic accident that claimed the life of his nine-year-old daughter. Shebeshxt is trending on social media and hogging headlines after miraculously surviving a horrific accident. A video shared on the micro-blogging platform X by a user with the handle @Am_Blujay shows the woman speaking about how Shebeshxt's life was in danger. @cocza1 said:"Shebeshxt is trending on social media and hogging headlines after miraculously surviving a horrific accident.

Up for SaleFour government agencies today announced that they were placing motor vehicles and office supplies on auction, largely for their unserviceable nature. NIA listed motor vehicles, heavy machinery, spare parts, scraps and tyres for auction in five locations between June 18 and June 26 this month. Of Concern: Leading dailies, Daily Nation and Standard, repeatedly carry numerous pages of properties on auction, mostly apartments, signaling tough times. Interview With Daily Nation Managing EditorOutgoing Daily Nation Managing Editor Bernard Mwinzi. Photo Bernard MwinziPart of the companies planning to effect job cuts is Nation Media Group, the parent company of NTV and Daily Nation.

The government will roll out mass registration of Kenyans to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) starting July 1, 2024, a despatch by Cabinet showed. The Ministry of Health will lead the mass registration exercise commencing across all 47 counties and on all platforms. The new system aims to ensure equity and access to healthcare services by covering individuals previously left out by the current healthcare fund. Social Health Insurance Act, No. It establishes the Social Health Authority and a framework for managing social health insurance to give effect to Article 43(1)(a) of the Constitution.

The government will roll out mass registration of Kenyans to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) starting July 1, 2024, a despatch by Cabinet showed. During the meeting chaired by President William Ruto on Tuesday, the Cabinet approved the framework for a full transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA) beginning July 1, 2024. Social Health Insurance Act, No. It establishes the Social Health Authority and a framework for managing social health insurance to give effect to Article 43(1)(a) of the Constitution. The Social Health Insurance (General) Regulations, 2024 (“the Regulations”) will operationalise: The Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF); the Primary Health Fund (PHF); Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund (ECCIF); registration of every person resident in Kenya as provided for in the SHIFA; and the mode of payment of contributions as provided for under the SHIFA.

"This is a historic day for Senegal and for Woodside," said the company's chief executive, Meg O'Neill, calling the extraction of "first oil" from the Sangomar field "a key milestone". Woodside has an 82-percent stake in the deepwater project with the remainder held by Senegal's state-owned energy company Petrosen. Petrosen general manager Thierno Ly said the start of production marked "a new era" for Senegal's "industry and economy". Climate changeSenegal also has a liquefied natural gas project at its border with Mauritania and production there could begin in the third quarter. Several African countries are pursuing oil and gas projects despite pressure on nations worldwide to phase out fossil fuels, which generate climate-heating greenhouse gases.

After a tornado hit parts of KwaZulu-Natal last week, residents are now dealing with people using the opportunity to raid damaged homes in Tongaat. On Monday, 3 June, a tornado caused damage to multiple homes in Tongaat, with thousands displaced.