President William Ruto on Wednesday appointed former Nation Media and Standard Group journalist Munyori Buku as the new Head of the Presidential Communications Service. Before this appointment, he served as the Secretary for Public Communications at State House. Other notable roles Buku served previously include; Senior Director of Public Communications at State House, Director of Communications in the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of Finance, and Editorial Manager at the Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board. In the private sector, Buku held key editorial positions, including Managing Editor at the Standard Group and Sub-Editor at the Nation Media Group, among other senior roles. In 2013, he was appointed as the Senior Director of Public Communications at the Office of The President where he served for seven years before resigning in 2022.

Rocking the Daisies 2024 has wrapped up, leaving festival-goers buzzing with excitement after an unforgettable weekend of music, dancing, and euphoric vibes. If you weren’t at the stellar festival under the stars and FOMO (fear of missing out) got the better of you, don’t worry - we’ve got the scoop on everything you missed at Rocking the Daisies. 6lack, Image: Supplied Mick Jenkins, Image: Supplied South African talent shone brilliantly, lighting up the stages with an array of genres. Sjava, Image: Supplied Blxckie, Image: Supplied Additional highlights GalXBoy x Rocking the Daisies Fashion ShowThe festival's fashion scene reached new heights with the GalXBoy collaboration, showcasing the trendiest festival styles. Secret Sunrise Yoga Saturday morning kicked off with a serene and uplifting Secret Sunrise yoga session.

Experience in Public and Private SectorsADVERTISEMENTPrior to his new role, Buku served as the Secretary for Public Communication at State House. Other notable positions he has held in the public sector include Senior Director of Public Communication at State House, Director of Communication in the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of Finance, and Editorial Manager at the Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board. Head of the Presidential Communication Service Munyori Buku Pulse Live KenyaIn the private sector, Buku has held key editorial positions, such as Managing Editor at the Standard Group and Sub-Editor at Nation Media Group. Political contextADVERTISEMENTBuku’s appointment comes at a time when communication from the highest office in Kenya is under intense scrutiny. President William Ruto Pulse Live KenyaAs Head of the Presidential Communication Service, Buku’s role will involve managing the president’s public engagements, overseeing media relations, and ensuring that the administration’s policies and initiatives are communicated effectively across all platforms.

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has suspended travel for Senators and members of staff in the Senate outside the country. Kingi said owing to the substantive upcoming business for consideration in the coming days, the members should remain in the country. more to follow

The singer, 29, got people talking when she divulged her peculiar take on Diet Coke. Diet Coke in. He almost immediately spat it out, exclaiming: "Dua Lipa, for God's sake girl. One fan joked: "You can never go wrong with anything Dua Lipa says." It's not the first time Dua Lipa has got people talking about her recipes.

The Constitution provides the notification is done within two days, but the National Assembly did it in hours. Senators also resolved to hear the charges against the deputy president in plenary after a proposal to set up a select committee, which would have required 10 days to investigate the charges against the deputy president, failed to get a seconder. The special motion was supported by 291 members when Mr Mutuse issued a notice of motion on October 1st. He continued, “Electronic evidence relating to the special motion contained in a flash disk, Order Paper for 1st October 2024, and the communication from the chair No. The Senate shall, after allowing the Deputy President to be heard, vote on the impeachment charges.

Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Something went wrong, please try again later. Dua surprised her TikTok followers by adding pickle juice and jalapeño sauce to a Diet Coke, as the Mirror reports. What's more, it's no bad thing if you find you enjoy the pickle juice. According to Mirafit, drinking pickle juice can boost gut health, aid post-exercise recovery, and even help with hangovers.

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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cut the benchmark interest rate by the largest margin since the start of Covid-19 economic hardships in March 2020, signalling relief for borrowers saddled with costly loans and reversing a slowdown in demand for credit. The CBK Monetary Policy Committee Tuesday cut the key lending rate by 0.75 percent, or 75 basis points, from 12.75 percent to 12 percent, after inflation fell to its lowest level in more than a decade. The CBK considers credit growth of 12 to 15 percent to be sufficient to support the healthy growth of the economy. “In our view, the modest effect of the rate cut on lending rates can be attributed to the fact that the cut was not substantial enough to provide significant relief to borrowers. Last month the US Federal Reserve cut its benchmark rate by 0.5 percent and hinted at further cuts following weakness in the labour market and easing inflation.

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called on Kenyans to actively participate in environmental conservation as the country prepares to celebrate its inaugural Mazingira Day on October 10. To celebrate Mazingira Day, Duale has encouraged Kenyans to engage in several key activities. Mazingira Day presents a vital opportunity for the nation to unite in fostering a healthier environment and addressing pressing ecological challenges. Utamaduni Day replaced the long-observed October 10 holiday, transitioning from Moi Day, whose observance was discontinued over a decade ago. In April this year, it was renamed Mazingira Day, from Utamaduni Day.

A vibrant range of fruit wines that capture the essence of Kenyan culture and community. By focusing on local fruits, Cecanni is committed to uplifting the communities that grow these valuable resources. Cecanni's approach not only meets consumer demand for unique flavours, but also addresses the challenges faced by local farmers. The brand has a growing portfolio of products, including flagship offerings such as Mango Wine, Pineapple Wine, Strawberry Wine, Gooseberry Wine, Dragon Fruit Wine, Hibiscus Wine and Banana Wine. Photo credit: Boniface Mwangi | Nation Media Group“We actively engage with local farmers, who play a vital role in the brand's success.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrives to defend himself against the accusations against him in the Impeachment Motion at the National Assembly, Parliament, Nairobi on October 8, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been impeached. Gachagua was impeached on Tuesday evening after 281 Members of Parliament voted to send him packing on 11 counts of gross misconduct. Gachagua had put on a spirited defence against the accusations levelled against him but the August house had already resolved to send Gachagua parking. Gachagua is the first Deputy President to be impeached under the 2010 Constitution.