‘The pace at which jobs are created in our country is lower than the rate at which new workers enter the job market.’ - William Ruto, President #KBCniYetu ^RO

"While Kenya is globally recognised for its advancements in digital readiness and inclusivity, there is still much to be done to achieve job creation and increase in productivity." - William Ruto, President #KBCniYetu ^RO

An Embu-Based-Women group has donated clothing and foodstuffs to slum dwellers in Embu as a way of helping those affected by floods in the region. #KBCniYetu ^DB

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Refugee Team to be named tomorrow. #KBCniYetu ^RO

The Taireni Association of Mijikenda (TAM) has reached an out-of-court agreement with the government on the port privatization impasse. #KBCniYetu ^DB

"The government calls upon all citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to the weather and flood alerts as issued regularly by government agencies." - Deputy Govt Spokesman Gabriel Muthuma #KBCniYetu ^RO

China's third aircraft carrier, Fujian, embarks on sea trials. The 316 meter long ship is expected to enter service next year. #KBCniYetu ^RO

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on efforts to achieve a ceasefire deal with the release of hostages and the imperative of sustaining increases in aid to civilians throughout Gaza. #KBCniYetu ^RO

ICT CS launches the Eliud Owalo Foundation Invitational Basketball Tournament which will kick-off on Friday, 10th May through Sunday, 12th May, 2024 at the Nyayo Stadium. #KBCniYetu ^RO

Meru CC Jacob Ouma has reiterated that the fight against illicit brew is not over. #KBCniYetu ^DB

CS Labour Florence Bore rejects CS Public Service Moses Kuria's suggestion to switch civil servants terms of employment from permanent to contract. #KBCniYetu ^RO

"I am spiritually close to the people of Kenya at this time when a severe flood has claimed many lives and destroyed vast areas." - Pope Francis #KBCniYetu ^RO

CS Labour Florence Bore rejects CS Public Service Moses Kuria's suggestion to switch civil servants terms of employment from permanent to contract. #KBCniYetu ^RO

Nandi County marks World Immunization Week. #KBCniYetu ^RO

EPRA orders temporary closure of flooded petrol stations; says retail stations should assess the extent o f the flooding, clean up any debris and ensure the quality of its products before resuming operations. #KBCniYetu ^RO

Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ) Sec-Gen Eric Oduor says the union is alarmed by rising online attacks, physical assaults, harassment, and intimidation of journalists. #KBCniYetu ^RO

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin leads a tree planting exercise in Kapenguria. More than 100,000 seedlings were planted. #KBCniYetu ^RO

UAE to host the 47th Chess Olympiad in 2028. #KBCniYetu ^RO

Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers in Muranga County to strike if their grievances are not addressed by the Teachers Service Commission. The intern teachers are seeking to be absorbed on a permanent basis. #KBCniYetu ^RO

"Same person, big goals, big year, big dreams but a different approach." - Ferdinand Omanyala, African 100m record holder. #KBCniYetu ^RO