The County Diary

Wiper Party Charts Bold Agenda for 2025 During NEC Meeting. Wiper Party  Leader His Excellency Stephene Kalonzo Musyoka addressing Journalist at Wiper House By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  Political Reporter  The County Diary News Nairobi, 22nd January 2025 -  Earlier today, the Wiper Democratic Movement (WDM) held its first National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of 2025 under the leadership of its party leader. The meeting was a pivotal moment for the party, focusing on strategic priorities and resolutions designed to strengthen WDM’s role in Kenya’s political landscape. Central to the discussions was the endorsement of the party leader's decision to expel Hon. Farah Maalim as Deputy Party Leader, a move first announced on January 15, 2025. Maalim’s removal was attributed to repeated violations of the Wiper Party Constitution and public statements considered hate speech. The party leader reiterated WDM’s commitment to maintaining unity, discipline, and adherence ...

Kenya Takes Bold Step in Understanding Inflation with Launch of Core and Non-Core Inflation Report. Principal Secretary for Economic Planning, James Muhati (right), alongside Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya, Dr. Kamau Ngugi, during the launch of Kenya's Core and Non-Core Inflation Measures, held on January 21, 2025, at the National Treasury Building. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA & PATRICK KIMANZI  The County Diary News  On January 21, 2025, the Principal Secretary for the State Department for Economic Planning launched Kenya’s first-ever report on core and non-core inflation measures. This launch, held at the Treasury Building Boardroom in Nairobi, marked a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to better understand and address inflation, which continues to influence markets, businesses, and households alike. The event was attended by several key figures, including the Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), Dr. Kamau Thugge, and the Director ...

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy: A Call to Non-Violence and Constructive Engagement Dr. Ezekiel Mutua, MBS, CEO of the Music Copyright Society of Kenya, addressed the Kenya Youth Parliamentarians Association on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, urging youth to embrace non-violence, integrity, and constructive leadership. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  Nairobi , January 20th - 2025 , during the Kenya Youth Parliamentarians Association’s Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Day, Dr. Ezekiel Mutua, MBS, Chief Executive Officer of the Music Copyright Society of Kenya, delivered a keynote address that underscored the enduring relevance of Dr. King’s principles of non-violence, justice, and democracy. Themed "Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy through the Spirit of Non-Violence," the event brought together young leaders to reflect on their roles in shaping a better Kenya. Dr. Mutua emphasized the importance of rejecting violence in all its forms, including the grow...

"Where Is the Country Heading?" Justin Muturi Speaks Out on Abductions. Hon. Justin  Muturi   Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Performance and Delivery Management of Kenya By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The County Diary News Political Reporrter  Nairobi 12th January 2025 -  Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has raised the alarm over the troubling state of the nation, questioning the government's ability to safeguard its citizens amidst a wave of abductions and unexplained deaths. Muturi, a member of the Kenya Kwanza coalition, joined the alliance on the promise that it would uphold the principles of justice and service to Kenyans. However, he now finds himself confronting the same issues he once accused past regimes of allowing—enforced disappearances and extra-judicial killings. In an emotional statement, Muturi revealed his personal ordeal, recounting how his son was abducted during the spate of disappearances that followed the Gen Z revolts in June...

Sunshine Secondary School Sets New Standards with Outstanding KCSE Results. Sunshine School Principal Sally Kiprop Celebrates 2025 KCSE Results Along Lang’ata Road, Nairobi By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The County Diary News  Nairobi, 9th January 2025-  Sunshine Secondary School has solidified its position as one of Kenya’s top educational institutions, achieving an impressive 98.21% pass rate and a mean grade of 9.250 in the 2024 KCSE examinations. The school’s exceptional performance was marked by a significant number of students attaining As and A-minuses, reinforcing its reputation as a center of academic excellence. During a celebratory event held at the school in Nairobi, Principal Sally Kiprop expressed her pride in the students’ achievements and highlighted the guiding principles behind their success. “We succeed all the time because we remain humble, committed, and focused on our goals. Our teamwork as students, teachers, and parents is the foundat...

Kenya Private Schools Call for Action on Withheld Exam Results. Rose Eteya, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Private Schools Association, with Permanent Secretary for Education, Hon. Julius Belio Kipsang, during the release of the 2024 KCSE examination results at the Kenya National Examinations Council headquarters in South C, Nairobi. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The County Diary News . Nairobi, 9th January 2024- The Kenya Private Schools Association Chair, Charles Ochome, has urged the Ministry of Education to expedite investigations into the issue of withheld examination results to ensure justice for affected students and their families. Speaking on the matter, Mr. Ochome emphasized the importance of timely examinations in shaping students’ academic futures and called for swift action. “The integrity of our assessment system is paramount. Delayed results not only impact students but also erode public trust in the education system. The Ministry must act urgently to resolv...

Kalonzo Questions Absence of IG Kanja and NIS DG Haji in Court. Opposition Leader Dr. Stephen Musyoka addressing the press during a briefing at the Supreme Court. By Maximilla Wafula  The County Diary News  Political Repoerter  Nairobi  8th January 2024, earlier today, Senior Counsel Kalonzo Musyoka attended a session at the Milimani High Court in Nairobi as an interested party representing the People of Kenya. The court had summoned Inspector General of the National Police Service (NPS) Douglas Kanja to appear before Justice Bahati, following an order issued on December 31, 2024. However, IG Kanja cited a "meeting of national importance" as the reason for his absence. Questioning this explanation, Dr. Musyoka remarked, "We are not at war, so where are Inspector General Douglas Kanja and National Intelligence Service Director General Noordin Haji? This is a matter of grave importance." Dr. Musyoka, who also leads the Wiper Democratic Movement (WDM), was ...

Government Faces Financial Challenges in Supporting Community Health Promoters Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during his tour of Kenyatta National Hospital to assess the implementation of Taifa Care, engaging with patients and health workers. By MAXIMILLA WAFULA  The County Diary News  Nairobi , 8th January 2025, government has acknowledged financial challenges in facilitating community health promoters (CHPs), a critical component of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) rollout, to provide primary healthcare services. Speaking at the Kenyatta National Hospital after evaluating the implementation of Taifa Care, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki highlighted the insufficiency of allocated funds to support CHPs. According to Kindiki, the current budget includes KSh 2.5 billion for CHPs and an additional KSh 3.7 billion for other primary healthcare services, amounting to KSh 6.2 billion. However, this figure falls short of the actual needs for the effective implementat...