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06 Feb, 19:17

A man was reportedly abducted outside Royal Acacia Hotel in Meru County on Thursday evening by unknown individuals who forced him into a waiting vehicle.

This is according to a police report filed at Kathare Police Station under OB number 06/06/02/2025.

The victim, said to be Saddam Buke, was allegedly bundled into a silver Toyota Prado registration number KCV 498P near the hotel’s parking area at around 8:18 PM.

Witnesses claim the vehicle then sped off in the direction of Subuiga along the Isiolo-Meru road.

Buke, who is believed to be the treasurer of Meiso Sacco and a resident of Isiolo County, was taken under unclear circumstances.

The motive for the abduction remains unclear.

Police have launched investigations into the incident.
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06 Feb, 18:28

l Eat ‘N’ Go Limited, the parent company of Domino’s Pizza and Cold Stone Creamery, is the latest company to announce staff layoffs citing business challenges such as declining revenue, profitability and a bloated payroll as the reasons behind the decision.

On January 22, 2025, the company informed its staff of a decision to downsize by eliminating 55 positions due to declining revenue, profitability, and a bloated payroll.

The layoffs will take effect on February 28, 2025.
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06 Feb, 18:02

A new contingent of 144 Kenyan police officers was sent to Port-au-Prince, Haiti on Thursday to join the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission aimed at combating gang violence in the Caribbean nation.
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06 Feb, 17:38

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will co-chair the Joint Ministers meeting of the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) on the security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The meeting is scheduled to take place in Tanzania tomorrow, Friday, 7th February 2025.
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06 Feb, 15:14

G4S Kenya issues redundancy notices to several employees as part of its restructuring.

Affected staff whose term contracts expired on December 31, 2024 have been informed that their contracts will not be renewed.

They will officially cease employment on February 28, 2025.
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06 Feb, 15:12

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo’s attempt to rally support ahead of President William Ruto’s visit on Friday took an embarrassing turn on Thursday afternoon after a chaotic commotion erupted during a mobilization exercise by his agents.

The dispute is believed to have stemmed from disagreements over money that was being distributed to those enlisted to attend the event, with sources indicating that some felt shortchanged.

Governor Guyo, who has been under fire from residents over mismanagement of public funds and poor leadership is banking on a massive turnout on Friday to create an impression of overwhelming support before the president.

Things could prove politically costly for the embattled governor as a lukewarm or hostile reception will further expose his dwindling influence in the county.
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06 Feb, 11:42

Three businessmen were on Thursday charged with defrauding Landmark Freight Services Limited of a parcel of land valued at Ksh 1.6 billion.

The prosecution accused them of falsely claiming to be the genuine owners of the property.

The accused persons are John Gitau Ngumi, Atek Otech Richard, and Bernard Otieno Mallo.

They denied six counts related to the alleged fraud.

These charges include perjury, uttering a false document, making a document without authority and conspiracy to defraud.

The prosecution alleges that they conspired to defraud Landmark Freight Services of the parcel of land.

The disputed property is located in Loresho, Nairobi.

The prosecution claims that the three businessmen made a fraudulent title deed.

The document was allegedly a fake grant for land reference number 143069.

They are accused of falsely issuing it in favour of Beba Freight Limited and misrepresenting it as a genuine title deed from the Ministry of Lands.
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06 Feb, 10:26

National Treasury plans to review Kenya’s public-private partnership (PPP) framework following the fallout from canceled projects linked to India’s Adani Group.

This comes after President William Ruto scrapped the proposed JKIA deal in November due to public concerns, including potential job losses.

The Treasury has now invited consultants to assess the suitability of its procurement processes under the PPP Act of 2021.

The review follows warnings from multilateral partners, such as the World Bank, against unsolicited PPP deals, which have raised transparency concerns and risk public backlash.

The review will examine how projects are identified, feasibility studies are conducted, and transaction advisors are appointed.

It will also scrutinize the tendering process, project execution, and oversight mechanisms.

Currently, Kenya has five active PPP projects valued at Ksh 129.2 billion, with 32 more at different stages of implementation.
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06 Feb, 10:25

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta throws his weight behind ex-Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i as Jubilee Party presidential candidate for the 2027 elections and encourages him to accelerate his campaign efforts by forging alliances with other opposition leaders.
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06 Feb, 10:25

Kenyans in Denver, Colorado join thousands in protesting against U.S. President Donald Trump's immigration policies, particularly his mass deportation plans.
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06 Feb, 10:25

Tax Appeals Tribunal blocks KRA from taxing the salaries of Safaricom employees seconded to its Ethiopian subsidiary, ruling that they were under Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC and had already paid taxes to the Ethiopian government.

KRA had argued that Safaricom remained their primary employer and was obligated to remit PAYE, but the tribunal found that the employment relationship was dormant during the secondment period.

KRA is now preparing to appeal the ruling at the High Court.
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06 Feb, 10:24

High Court suspends recent directive by Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, which sought to prohibit public demonstrations within Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) and its surrounding areas.

Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued a conservatory order halting the enforcement of this ban, pending the hearing and determination of a petition filed by the Katiba Institute.

The directive had also required all demonstrations to have a designated leader, a move that police argued would help in maintaining order and accountability.

However, the court ruled that this requirement did not meet the constitutional threshold, reaffirming the right to peaceful assembly, with or without an appointed leader.
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06 Feb, 10:23

High Court declares the Presidential Taskforce on Human Resources for Health, appointed by President William Ruto in July 2024 unconstitutional.

Justice Bahati Mwamuye rules that the taskforce duplicates and usurps the mandate of the Kenya Health Human Resource Advisory Council, established under the Health Act of 2017.

The Attorney General’s request to suspend the decision for 30 days dismissed.
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06 Feb, 08:27

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is set to issue a press briefing on the ongoing instability in DRC.
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04 Feb, 08:06

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims that President William Ruto offered him Ksh 2 billion to resign from his position.

In a recent interview with vernacular radio stations under Royal Media Services, Gachagua said the President directly asked him to step down, offering a financial package that included Ksh 2 billion, security, and remuneration.

He added that Ruto suggested he could still pursue a political career in the future.

Gachagua revealed that some Members of Parliament also encouraged him to resign to make way for the 2027 elections but he rejected their advice.

He also criticized the government for not addressing the rising cases of abductions in the country and condemned certain policies introduced by President Ruto’s economic advisors.
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04 Feb, 07:10

The aftermath of the attack on the Kenyan Embassy in Kinshasa, DRC, where protesters vandalized and looted the premises last week.

The incident occurred amid widespread protests in Kinshasa, where demonstrators targeted multiple embassies, including those of France, Belgium, the Netherlands, the United States, Rwanda, Uganda and the United Nations.

Demonstrators were expressing anger over perceived foreign involvement in the M23 rebel offensive in eastern DRC.
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03 Feb, 19:33

A court on Monday rejected a request by Abdirizak Mohamed Hassan’s request to have his forged Kenyan identity card returned, stating that the document is crucial evidence in the ongoing case against him.

Hassan was charged with obtaining Kenyan registration by false pretenses after allegedly presenting forged documents at the Mandera North Sub-County Registrar of Persons in September 2020.

The prosecution opposed his application, arguing that the case also involves allegations of unlawful presence in Kenya and providing false information to a government officer to fraudulently acquire an ID.

The case will be heard on February 18, 2025.
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03 Feb, 18:56

Following a recent viral video by automotive content creator Kim JH of Tanuki Garage which exposed serious discrepancies in fuel quality at various petrol stations, more car enthusiasts and independent testers have now joined the effort to determine whether this issue is widespread or isolated to specific locations.

The growing body of evidence points to a disturbing trend, with several other stations now being flagged for selling substandard fuel that does not meet the advertised specifications.

The revelations from the initial video, which involved a cross-section of stations in Nairobi, shocked many, especially when it was revealed that standard fuel outperformed premium offerings at certain stations.
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03 Feb, 17:54

New record broken as KWS documents heaviest elephant in Kenya’s history at over 10,000 kg (10 tonnes) during the recently concluded elephant translocation from Solio Ranch in Laikipia County.

The massive elephant nearly matched the 1956 Angola record of 10.886 tonnes (11,000 kg) and 13 feet (4 meters) in height.

The sheer weight of the elephant presented unprecedented logistical challenges for the KWS Vet and Capture Unit, requiring the deployment of two heavy-duty cranes to facilitate its safe relocation to the Aberdare National Park.
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03 Feb, 17:39

University of Nairobi confirms the death of a student from the Faculty of Business and Management Sciences, Lower Kabete Campus.

His body was discovered on Kapenguria Road on February 3, 2025, and a post-mortem is being conducted to determine the cause of death.

Initial reports suggest the possibility of suicide.
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03 Feb, 17:24

Police officer Isaiah Ndumba Murangiri is set to stand trial on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 over the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Rex Kanyeki Masai along Moi Avenue, Nairobi during anti-Finance Bill protests in June 2024.
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03 Feb, 17:09

Technical University of Kenya (TUK) suspends all diploma and undergraduate examinations scheduled for February 2025 due to ongoing industrial strike by UASU and KUSU staff unions.

Administration notes that further updates on rescheduling exams and resolving the strike will follow in the coming days.
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03 Feb, 16:58

The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) has called for an immediate halt to alterations at State House, Nairobi to prevent further architectural degradation.

The association warns that ongoing modifications are undermining the structural integrity and historical significance of the iconic building.

AAK has expressed deep concern over recent changes that have deviated from the building’s classical proportions.

These modifications, according to the association, diminish the State House’s historical recognition and aesthetic integrity.

AAK draws parallels with global landmarks such as Ethiopia’s Jubilee Palace, Ghana’s Christiansborg Castle, Westminster Abbey in the UK, and the White House in the United States, all of which have been carefully maintained to preserve their historical essence.
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03 Feb, 11:03

University of Nairobi (UoN) students occupy Anniversary Towers in Nairobi to protest delays in the disbursement of Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funds.
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03 Feb, 10:11

UPDATE: Chants of "Ruto Must Go" at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK) as students join lecturers and non-teaching staff in their strike over unpaid salary arrears.

The strike has disrupted this week's planned exams, causing students to be frustrated as they are left without clear guidance on the way forward, with many classrooms locked.
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03 Feb, 10:00

Kenyatta University students block a section of Thika Road in protest over delays in Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) disbursements, causing major traffic disruptions.

This marks their second demonstration in less than a week, following an earlier protest over electricity issues in Kenyatta Market.

Some students have vowed to march to Anniversary Towers to demand answers.

Egerton University students have also issued an ultimatum for HELB to release funds within 12 hours.

The delays have frustrated many students under the new University Funding Model.
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03 Feb, 09:50

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested five suspects in connection with the murder of Nakuru activist Richard Otieno, who was popularly known as the Molo President.

Three are accused of carrying out the attack, while two bodaboda riders allegedly transported them.

Two of the suspects had previously assaulted Otieno and were forensically linked to the crime scene.

Investigations are ongoing, with detectives gathering further evidence as the suspects remain in custody awaiting arraignment.
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03 Feb, 08:04

Technical University of Kenya (TUK) is set to begin exams today but lecturers and non-teaching staff are on strike.

The vice-chancellor is urging students to proceed with exams as the issues are addressed.

We are informed that police officers with batons are stationed across the campus.

There is also a shortage of seats as some classrooms remain locked.

Students have been left uncertain about the way forward.
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03 Feb, 07:42

Five chiefs travelling from Wargadud to Elwak abducted by gunmen believed to be Al-Shabaab militants after their vehicle was hijacked between Bamba Owla and Iresugi.

Security agencies are pursuing leads.
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01 Feb, 11:25

County Government of Nakuru issues a stop-work order following USAID's suspension of Tujenge Jamii-supported activities, with all HRH staff funded through UTJ required to cease work and further program activities suspended pending updates on the ongoing review under the new U.S. Foreign Aid policy.
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01 Feb, 11:21

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka demands an independent investigation into the rise in abductions and extrajudicial killings, calling for a transparent commission to be set up by the government, while warning that the opposition will conduct its own probe if no action is taken.
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01 Feb, 11:00

AMPATH Kenya, a collaborative health initiative between Moi University, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital and a consortium of universities led by Indiana University, has instructed all administrative staff to take their accrued annual leave immediately, following a directive in line with a recent U.S. government policy update on foreign aid.
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01 Feb, 10:51

Reports indicate large-scale illegal logging activity in Kangaita Forest, Kirinyaga County.
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01 Feb, 10:51

The MCAs argue that allowing a competitor to run key operations like the ethanol and cogeneration plants sabotages the factory’s revival efforts.

They are also rallying sugarcane farmers to halt deliveries to the factory until the situation is resolved.

This clash comes days after President William Ruto launched a Ksh 150 million bonus program aimed at incentivizing sugar farmers who have supplied cane to the embattled Mumias Sugar Factory, an initiative intended to support the factory's revival.

While the move was widely interpreted by the public as a government-backed intervention, confusion arose regarding its true origins, as the government later distanced itself from direct involvement in the bonus distribution, clarifying that it was the factory itself, rather than the state, overseeing the payment process.
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01 Feb, 10:51

MCAs Give West Kenya Sugar 24-Hour Ultimatum to Vacate Mumias Factory

The ongoing battle for control of Mumias Sugar has taken a new turn, with local leaders now at odds over the management of the factory.

Members of the County Assembly (MCA) from Mumias East, Mumias West and Matungu have issued a 24-hour ultimatum for the West Kenya Sugar Company to vacate the Mumias Sugar Factory premises, threatening to lead protests if their demand is not met.
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01 Feb, 09:24

A viral video shows Kenyan content creator Bradley Barongo popularly known as 'Gen Z Goliath' down on all fours, imitating an animal’s posture while play-wrestling with a pet lioness in Dubai as spectators filmed the moment in amusement.
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01 Feb, 08:37

Moi University Council sends Vice Chancellor Prof. Isaac Kosgey on an eight-month leave along with the Deputy Vice Chancellors and the head of procurement, citing accumulated leave days amid financial constraints.

Council chairperson Noah Midamba says that the move is necessary to mitigate audit risks and improve staff performance.
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01 Feb, 08:19

USAID announces that all staff working on the Fahari ya Jamii project are now on a mandatory three-month unpaid leave starting February 1, 2025, following a 90-day Stop Work Order from the U.S. Government issued on January 24, 2025.

The directive affects personnel operating through the University of Nairobi in Kajiado, Kiambu, and Nairobi counties, among other locations.
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31 Jan, 22:03

Diaspora-based Kenyan activists file a criminal case against President William Ruto at the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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31 Jan, 20:48

Lands CS Alice Wahome reveals plans to form a team of officers to tackle land-grabbing cases in public schools across the country.

The officers will be stationed in different regions to address and resolve these issues.
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31 Jan, 19:51

Uganda’s Supreme Court on Friday ruled that it is unconstitutional for civilians to be tried in military courts, raising hopes that the treason trial of former presidential candidate Kizza Besigye may be stopped.

Besigye, once President Yoweri Museveni’s personal physician, has faced government targeting since joining the opposition 25 years ago and running for president unsuccessfully four times.

In November, Besigye was abducted in Nairobi and has been facing the death penalty on treason charges in a court-martial, which his wife, UNAIDS chief Winnie Byanyima, calls a “sham.”

On Friday in Kampala, Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo ruled that “all ongoing trials involving civilians in the court martial must immediately cease and be transferred to ordinary courts.”
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31 Jan, 19:39

Official X page of the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) compromised by hackers who are now promoting a cryptocurrency-related entity on the profile.
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31 Jan, 19:11

Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire reshuffles her cabinet following the resignation of Chief Officer Nicholas Kunga, stating that the reorganization is to enhance service delivery and smoothen operations.

Raymond Kinyua was moved from Lands, Mining, and Urban Planning to the Water, Irrigation, and Climate Change docket.

Paul Njoroge will now oversee Transport, Energy, and Logistics alongside Roads and Public Works.

Peter Njagi will handle TVET and Vocational Training Centers in addition to Lands and Mining.

Stephen Njeru has been assigned both the Livestock and Blue Economy docket alongside Agriculture.

Pithon Mugambi, who oversees Early Childhood Development and Education, will now also be in charge of Resource Mobilization and Partnerships.

Erastus Njeru, currently in Economic Planning and Budgeting, will now take over Environment and Natural Resources.

Governor Mbarire noted that unaffected Chief Officers and CECs would retain their current roles.
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31 Jan, 18:34

The Cooperative Tribunal in Nairobi on Friday ruled that PCEA elder David Ndumo must settle a Ksh 8.3 million debt owed to Sheria SACCO or risk imprisonment.

Ndumo had initially secured a loan of Ksh 5.6 million but failed to repay it, leaving his guarantors to shoulder the burden. The amount ballooned due to accumulating interest and legal costs.

Although he fought the case in court, his defense was dismissed. Meanwhile, a fellow church member sought to block his appointment as PCEA Treasurer over the debt, but the church leadership proceeded with the installation, sparking contempt proceedings.

In a bid to avoid jail time, Ndumo committed to paying Ksh 2.5 million by February 28 and clearing the balance in monthly installments of Ksh 164,000.

The tribunal set March 10, 2025, as the deadline for compliance, warning that failure to meet the terms could result in his incarceration.
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31 Jan, 16:50

The newly established nine-member selection panel, led by Rev. Dr. Nelson Makanda, an influential religious leader and advocate for social justice, has been given an 85-day deadline to select the next IEBC commissioners.
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31 Jan, 11:55

Two more remains believed to be part of the four men abducted from Mlolongo on December 17 are likely at the City Mortuary.

Their families now suspect the unidentified remains, delivered on December 19, belong to Steve Mbisi and Karani Muema.

Mortuary attendants informed them that identification will take place on Saturday.
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31 Jan, 07:29

Senate committee warns that wrangling between Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza and the County Public Service Board (CPSB) is jeopardizing delivery of services to the people.

The conflict centres on the CPSB's plan to hire over 600 employees, which Mwangaza rejected, citing financial constraints and an unsustainable wage bill.

The CPSB, led by Julius Mitu, argued that the hires were necessary to replace staff who left in 2022 and to fill critical gaps in sectors like health, education and agriculture.

The National Cohesion and Integration Committee of the Senate is now involved in mediating the issue.
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14 Jan, 18:56

Inspector Guyo Dida, the Deputy Officer Commanding Station at Mavindini Police Station in Makueni County arrested for the second time on Tuesday after he was caught illegally conducting traffic duties at Globe Cinema roundabout in Nairobi while on leave.

This follows a similar arrest in October 2024, where he was found performing unauthorized traffic duties and demanding bribes from motorists along Bunyala Road, which led to a physical confrontation with fellow officers who eventually restrained him.
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14 Jan, 16:31

CAF postpones 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament to August 2025 due to infrastructure delays in host countries Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
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14 Jan, 16:09

EPRA adjusts fuel prices upward, pushing Super Petrol to Ksh 176.58, Diesel to Ksh167.06 and Kerosene to Ksh151.39 in Nairobi.
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14 Jan, 14:39

Statement by Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Justin Muturi regarding the abduction of his son, Leslie Muturi, on June 22, 2024.
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14 Jan, 13:02

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi records a statement at Kilimani Police Station regarding the abduction of his son during anti-government protests in June 2024.
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14 Jan, 12:19

Second-hand car dealer Khalif Kairo granted Ksh 2 million cash bail after facing charges of fraudulently obtaining money from clients without fulfilling vehicle sales.

His first trial is slated for January 28th 2025.
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14 Jan, 11:55

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary nominee Mutahi Kagwe Mutahi Kagwe found himself walking a tightrope on Tuesday as MPs poked holes into his controversial tenure as Health CS in former President Uhuru Kenyatta's government.

Kagwe appeared visibly rattled when Imenti North MP Rahim Dawood challenged him on the government’s decision to ban the importation, distribution and administration of vaccines by the private sector in 2021, days after then Deputy President William Ruto received a Sputnik V vaccine, claiming the decision was politically motivated.

During the vetting session before the National Assembly's Committee on Appointments, the MPs also revived the COVID millionaires scam that had rocked the Health Ministry in the aftermath of the pandemic.

At the time, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) flagged the Kenya Medical Supplies Agency for mishandling a Ksh 7.8 billion tender for the procurement of PPEs following reports that the tender was awarded to those well-connected.
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14 Jan, 11:16

Reports: Seems things are very bad. The National Treasury has not paid for the fuel expenses. The Rubis cards were deactivated on 10th December last year and almost all vehicles are grounded. I am being told even the CSs and PSs are hoping from one department to another begging for fuel....
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14 Jan, 10:05

Vetting process for the nominee for the position of Cabinet Secretary in Agriculture and Livestock Development, Mutahi Kagwe, is currently underway place in Parliament.
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14 Jan, 06:48

Police have arrested three prime suspects, identified as Isa Omari, Brian Shikuku Mudari and Brian Templer Oyare, in connection with the murder of Kilifi County IEBC election manager Aisha Abubakar, who was fatally attacked at her home in Utange, Mombasa County on January 5, 2025.
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14 Jan, 04:36

According to media reports and a spot check, Kenya has run out of ARVs, HIV test kits, BCG vaccines, hospital supplies and State-supplied condoms
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13 Jan, 17:13

Head of Government Delivery Services Peter Mbae speaks on his resignation

He says that it’s not possible to achieve development in a toxic political environment, adding that toxicity cannot go hand in hand with service delivery.
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13 Jan, 17:12

The lifeless body of a young man was recovered on Monday from an apartment at Polyview Estate in Kisumu.
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13 Jan, 17:07

Tanzanian activist and media personality Maria Sarungi Tsehai recounts how she was abducted in Kilimani, Nairobi, on Sunday afternoon by four armed men who forced her into a van, handcuffed her and demanded access to her phone before releasing her hours later in an unfamiliar area.
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13 Jan, 15:27

Two alleged gold cartels were on Monday arraigned in court for reportedly stealing over Ksh 1 million US dollars through false promises of gold supply.

Emmanuel Wafula Othatcher and Willy Kiplimo appeared before Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina, where the prosecution alleged they conspired to steal 1,271,200 USD from Tanner Caldwell Cook by falsely claiming they could facilitate the sale of 2,820 kilograms of gold.

The charge sheet indicates that the offense occurred on various dates between March 31 and May 30, 2024, within Nairobi City County.

In a separate count, they were accused of illegally obtaining the same amount from the complainant under the pretense of supplying the gold.

The two denied the charges and were released on a bond of Ksh 2 million.

The case is set to proceed in court.
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13 Jan, 15:25

Controversial second-hand car dealer Joseph Kairo Wambui popularly known as "Khalif Kairo" to spend the night in custody and learn his fate on Tuesday at 2 p.m. when Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina will deliver a ruling on his bail application, with the prosecution opposing his release on grounds that he is a flight risk, citing a pre-booked ticket to New York and difficulties tracing him prior to his arrest.
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13 Jan, 13:34

Detectives narrowly escape death while trying to abduct someone in Nakuru.
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13 Jan, 10:16

High Court orders Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to release missing men abducted in Mlolongo, Machakos County by January 17 or present their bodies in court.
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11 Jan, 20:24

An apartment block is on fire in Zimmerman, Nairobi.
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11 Jan, 15:22

Journalist Rasna Warah has passed away following an illness, her family has confirmed.
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11 Jan, 14:07

AUC Election Nears Final Stretch: Djibouti Candidate Confident of Victory Over Raila

Djibouti's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mahmoud Ali Youssef, has expressed unwavering confidence in securing the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson seat.

Speaking in Kampala, Uganda, on Saturday, January 11, 2025, Youssef reiterated his optimism while campaigning during the AU Summit on Agriculture. With the race heating up, he remains steadfast in his bid to outshine his main rival, Raila Odinga.
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11 Jan, 12:26

Haiti: 739 officers, including 213 women, graduate from a college managed by the Kenya police after a five-month training program.
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11 Jan, 10:40

BREAKING: Controversial city car dealer Joseph Kairo Wambui popularly known as "Khalif Kairo" arrested on allegations of defrauding a client and failing to deliver a vehicle despite receiving full payment.

Kairo was taken into custody at Capitol Hill Police Station on Saturday after unsuccessfully attempting to convince the victim that he was planning a trip to New York to secure funds and return to settle the matter.

Kairo is expected to be arraigned in court on Monday.
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11 Jan, 09:00

South Korea's transport ministry reported that the black boxes of the Jeju Air Boeing 737-800, which crashed at Muan International Airport on December 29, stopped recording four minutes before the disaster, and authorities are investigating the cause.
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10 Jan, 17:01

Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo, investigative journalist Franklin Wallah, former MP Linah Jebii Kilimo and Nairobi Women's Hospital founder Dr. Sam Thenya named as part of a 42-member Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) formed by President William Ruto.

The group chaired by Dr. Nancy Baraza includes Joint Secretaries Caroline Jerono Kibiwott, Jessica Achieng Omundo, Geoffrey Rotich and Baldwin Anyiga, as well as Secretariat members Rosemary Muriungi, Kepha Onyiso, and Philomena Loitarengan.
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10 Jan, 16:45

Win for U.S. President Donald Trump as court grants him an unconditional discharge on 34 counts in the widely publicized New York hush money case.
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10 Jan, 15:18

Moi University staff resume strike over unmet demands
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10 Jan, 15:00

More footage: Small plane crash in Kurawa Malindi
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10 Jan, 14:28

In December while most of us were enjoying the holidays, 7 Bills were signed into law. These Bills contained some of the proposals that we previously rejected in the Finance Bill 2024. Here are 7 of the now-enacted Tax Laws:

1. Elimination of Tax Reliefs:

The government has eliminated two key tax relief measures: Affordable Housing Relief and Post-Retirement Medical Fund Relief. This move reduces incentives for affordable housing and financial preparedness for medical expenses in retirement

2. Higher Excise Duty on Sugar, Alcohol, and Confectionery:

Excise duty rates have been increased on imported sugar, with exceptions granted for pharmaceutical manufacturers and raw sugar intended for processing. Additionally, higher excise duties have been imposed on various alcoholic beverages and imported sugar confectionery.

This is expected to increase the cost of these items, placing additional financial strain on consumers

3. Excise Duty on Tobacco and Nicotine Products:

Cigarettes (both filtered and unfiltered) and nicotine products for inhalation, such as e-cigarettes, now face higher excise duty rates. This may discourage nicotine and tobacco products consumption and promote public health.

4. New Excise Duties on Electric Transformers and Printing Ink:

Excise duties have been introduced at 25% on imported electric transformers and parts, and 15% on imported printing ink. This will likely raise the costs of infrastructure development, indirectly affecting industries and businesses reliant on these imports.

5. Additional Excise Duties on Imported Goods:

The government has introduced new excise duties on imported goods, including 5% on ceramic sanitaryware and tiles, 35% on float glass, and 2.5% on coal imports, with specific rates based on custom value or weight.

The higher taxes on these goods may lead to increased costs for construction and manufacturing, potentially slowing economic growth in these sectors.

6. Tax Exemption for MPs:

MPs exempted themselves from paying Sh1 billion in car taxes. Each MP was initially expected to pay Sh2.5 million in taxes, but this cost will now be borne by Kenyan taxpayers.

This exemption further widens the divide between the ruling class and its people, as taxpayers shoulder the financial burden while MPs benefit from exemptions.

7. Significant Economic Presence Tax:

A new tax targeting foreign companies with a significant economic presence (SEP) in Kenya has been introduced. Non-resident companies providing services in Kenya will now pay a 6% SEP Tax. This change is likely to result in higher rates for services offered by companies such as Bolt and Uber, as they adjust their pricing to accommodate the increased tax burden.

The rejected Finance Bill 2024 aimed to raise KES 344.3 billion, while these recently passed amendments aim to raise KES 162 billion—47% of the original target. It is safe to say that the Finance Bill is halfway back.
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10 Jan, 13:40

Three people killed, and three injured after a light aircraft crashes in Malindi; police at the scene as rescue operation underway.
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10 Jan, 11:41

A young man forcibly picked up by unknown armed men in a Suzuki sedan Reg No. KCS 079K in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County on Friday afternoon.

The incident comes amidst rising concerns over politically motivated abductions and disappearances in Kenya.
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03 Jan, 20:13

A fire broke out on Friday night in Kawangware 56, Mti Kubwa and Madiaba sections.

Nairobi City County fire engines responded to the scene to contain the blaze and mitigate damage.
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03 Jan, 19:52

Civil group Kenyans Against Abductions notifies OCS at Central Police Station in Mombasa of their plans to hold #EndAbductionsKE peaceful protest on Monday, January 6, 2025 to call for action against politically motivated abductions.

The march is set to begin at Pembe za Ndovu at 9:30 a.m., proceeding through Nyerere Avenue to Pandya Roundabout, Urban Police Roundabout and Mombasa Law Courts where a sit-in will take place.

The protest will conclude at the Uhuru na Kazi building where a petition will be presented to the County Commissioner for Mombasa County.

The organizers have formally requested County Police Commander, OCPD Central and County Security Department for security arrangements to guarantee safety of participants.
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03 Jan, 16:05

Communication Workers Union of Kenya (COWU) gives Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) until January 6, 2025, to clear all outstanding staff salaries for November and December 2024 or else face organized protests by its members.
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03 Jan, 15:56

Kenya Space Agency (KSA) issues a statement dismissing widely circulating claims regarding a notification for compensation following the space debris incident in Makueni County.

The agency clarified that no such notification has been made by the Government of Kenya or any of its entities, including the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs or KSA itself, with the incident still under investigation.
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03 Jan, 15:47

Body of missing 24-year-old activist Ibrahim Hilal Mwiti discovered at Thika Level Five Hospital mortuary, nearly two months after he vanished.

Mwiti, last seen in Nairobi’s city center in November, was reportedly brought to the mortuary as a hit-and-run victim but family and friends are questioning the official explanation and seeking answers about the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death.

The tragedy comes amid heightened concerns over politically motivated abductions and disappearances in Kenya.
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03 Jan, 13:08

Director General of eCitizen Amb. Isaac Ochieng says that the temporary disruption on the platform early Friday morning was caused by an internal network issue that has since been resolved.
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03 Jan, 12:55

High Court has barred Bruno Oguda Obodha from assuming the role of Managing Director at East Africa Portland Cement Company (EAPCC), citing a petition by Caroline Wambui Mwangi that questioned the transparency and legality of the nomination process.

The matter will be mentioned in court on February 12, 2025.
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03 Jan, 12:50

Fire outbreak reported in Kikuyu near footbridge along the Southern Bypass.
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03 Jan, 12:46

Embu residents reject President William Ruto's speech which was delivered by Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Justin Muturi at the funeral service of former Senator Lenny Kivuti's son.
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03 Jan, 12:46

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua condemns Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and pro-government MPs in the county for their silence in the wake of increasing political abductions under President William Ruto's regime.
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03 Jan, 11:35

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya clashes with National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah over ongoing political abductions in the country.

The heated exchange took place at the funeral service of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula's late mother in Kabuchai, Bungoma County.
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03 Jan, 11:23

A road accident occurred near Kimende on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway involving a police vehicle and some boda bodas.
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03 Jan, 11:22

Former Mauritius central bank governor Harvesh Seegolam arrested by police on charges of conspiracy to defraud the nation, following an audit of public finances under new government.
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03 Jan, 07:28

Kenya demands compensation from India over 500kg debris from the Indian Space Research Organisation's Docking Experiment (Spadex) which landed at Makuku Village in Makueni County.

Preliminary investigations by the Kenya Space Agency showed that the metallic object, measuring approximately 2.5 meters in diameter, was a component of a rocket's separation mechanism.

Such debris is typically designed to disintegrate upon re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere or land in unpopulated areas, like oceans, but in this case, the object landed in a residential area, posing risks to lives and property.
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02 Jan, 15:49

The government plans to launch a digital livestock tagging system dubbed "Anitrack" equipped with GPS technology to identify and monitor livestock.
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29 Oct, 10:33

Namibia to expand involvement in oil and gas projects by tripling stake of its national oil company to 30% in anticipation of a surge in exploration and production activities following recent offshore discoveries.
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29 Oct, 10:33

International Organization for Migration (IOM) reports that over 14 million people have been displaced in Sudan due to escalating conflict and violence.
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29 Oct, 10:25

Postmortem examinations conducted by Government Pathologist Johansen Oduor have determined that slain Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko died from head injuries, indicating the possibility of foul play in this tragic incident.
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29 Oct, 09:39

An autopsy on the body of slain Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko is currently ongoing at Lee Funeral Home.
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29 Oct, 07:46

A Sierra Leone national, Sansey Mangeh, 68, who worked with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Nairobi, found dead in his Kileleshwa apartment after missing work and failing to respond to calls.

Colleagues raised the alarm and upon entry by a cleaner, Mangeh was found lying unresponsive beside his bed.

The body awaits autopsy to confirm cause of death.
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29 Oct, 07:42

Detectives in Nairobi are investigating the murder of Jennifer Mutheu Nzula, 34, whose body was found stuffed in a sack and abandoned along Githunguri Road in Utawala, Nairobi.

While the body showed no visible injuries, police suspect she was killed elsewhere before being dumped at the site, with an autopsy and further investigations underway to identify her killers.
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29 Oct, 07:28

Two M-Pesa agents are under investigation in connection with the murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko, whose killers allegedly withdrew over Ksh 100,000 from his mobile account.
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29 Oct, 07:18

Quorum of the court confirmed and proceedings are now underway regarding the impeachment saga involving Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The High Court is set to hear a series of applications presented before Justices Eric Ogola, Antony Mrima, and Freda Mugambi.
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29 Oct, 07:15

As formal lending tightens due to high interest rates and defaults, Kenyans are increasingly turning to shopkeepers for informal credit, with reliance on these arrangements rising to 30% in the third quarter, up from 22%, according to the ICEA Lion Asset Management Consumer Spending Index.

Meanwhile, the use of formal credit channels, including bank loans and mobile lending, has declined as more consumers navigate rising living costs by relying on trusted local sources.
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29 Oct, 02:59

⚡YOU ARE NOT WELCOME

Western duplicity and cunning has meant that one of their biggest counter power, China, has been giving back a dose of 'own medicine' in equal measures.

The bitter pills to swallow has come in the power of symbolic unwelcome.

Recently, Germany Foreign Minister, Baerbock was greeted by lower ranking officials on her official visit to China. No red carpet, no welcome party.

In April this year, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in China and was greeted the same way; without a red carpet and lower ranking party officials. For Blinken, it is the second time.

He faced the same fate when he visited in June 2023. Even more embarassing, there's a video of Blinken with an uninterested Xi Jinping. The US Secretary of State desperately begged for a meeting.

China has always accused the west of various mischief including unfriendly trade practices.

The communist country is now a member of BRICS, a counter trade and political block to West. BRICS, of which Russia is part, seeks to shape the new multipolar world.

This is opposed to US and West's culture of forever wars, dollar hegemony, and gender fluidity.
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28 Oct, 21:02

National Assembly Justice and Legal Affairs Committee resolves to defer the constitutional boundary review for constituencies to 2027.

This boundary delimitation is legally required to occur every 8-12 years and was due by March 2024 as the last one was completed in 2012.

IEBC which is responsible for boundary adjustments has remained non-functional for almost two years.
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28 Oct, 17:48

Hello Nyakundi, we need your voice on this! Times Tower KRA staff are facing unbearable conditions. Since the government's austerity measures, we've lost basics like hand towels, and now even toilet paper is gone—staff are forced to bring their own! Casual cleaners are on a go-slow after missed payments, leaving toilets in disrepair and hallways filthy. The lack of hygiene is a health hazard, and no one is addressing it. We need change!
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28 Oct, 16:55

Family sources, friends and former colleagues have confirmed that the late Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko was investigating a Ksh 94 million heist before his tragic murder last week.

Ayieko was deeply involved in the company's internal probe following the theft which occurred in November 2023 during the transit of funds from Quick Mart Supermarket to a bank in Nairobi..

The theft prompted Wells Fargo management to hold a series of crisis meetings which culminated in an internal investigation that identified several staff suspects linked to the heist.

The investigation resulted in police arresting persons connected to the crime.

Forensic analysis of communication data pointed to two main suspects: Anthony Nduiki and Daniel Mutheka.

Even considering the circumstances of his death, there is no immediate proof tying Ayieko's murder to his role in the heist inquiry.

No arrests have been made so far.
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28 Oct, 16:21

CIA Director William J. Burns is in the country.

He was hosted by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, on Monday where they engaged in discussions on key matters of mutual concern and collaboration.

NIS Director General Noordin Haji was also present.

The CIA director has made a second visit to Kenya in less than a year.
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28 Oct, 14:16

Satellite internet service provider Starlink restricts its roaming service across Africa to prevent users in countries without official licensing from leveraging connections with imported kits registered in nearby nations.
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28 Oct, 14:15

Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare issues a warning to Cooperatives and MSMEs CS Wycliffe Oparanya and National Treasury CS John Mbadi for failing to attend a meeting regarding the prolonged fight for Ksh 204 million in unpaid dues for retired Kenya Creameries Cooperation (KCC) employees.

Committee members threatened serious measures if the two cabinet secretaries fail to attend another meeting, with Senator Miraj Abdullahi proposing that they be held financially responsible for the travel expenses incurred by the petitioners who attended in vain.

Embu Senator Alexander Mundigi, suggested more stringent repercussions, such as issuing summons and potential arrest if the CSs continued to miss meetings, alongside monetary fines of up to Ksh 500,000 for repeated absences.
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28 Oct, 14:00

EACC seizes 121 counterfeit ‘official’ stamps from Bomet Roads Engineer Victor Kipkemoi Cheruiyot, who is implicated in a Ksh 1.6 billion fraud scheme involving senior officials from the Bomet County Government.

Cheruiyot, who fled during the EACC’s search operation, had transformed his home into an elaborate hub for producing fake documentation used to secure fraudulent payments for non-existent construction projects, reportedly in collusion with County Executive Committee (CEC) members and chief officers arrested on Thursday.

Detectives discovered an array of procurement and payment documents in his residence, including ‘approved’ contracts, bid documents pending signatures, local purchase orders, unused payment vouchers and procurement requisitions - all suspected forgeries intended to facilitate illicit payments.
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27 Oct, 19:42

Followers of prominent social media personality Scophine Aoko Otieno popularly known as "Maverick Aoko" on X (formerly Twitter) have been uneasy over the past few days following her sudden and out-of-character withdrawal from public discourse.

The outspoken social commentator with a reputation for her fearless approach when addressing controversial topics has reportedly remained inactive since Tuesday, October 22.

This silence comes in the backdrop of her ongoing legal battles where she has been fighting allegations of cyber harassment and the publication of defamatory information following her arrest by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in August.

The timing of her absence is particularly concerning as it coincides with a rising pattern of disappearances and detentions among high-profile voices critical of the current regime.
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27 Oct, 16:11

There was heavy police presence at #StanChartMarathon today after some activists threatened to join those in the Marathon and protest.
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27 Oct, 16:06

A section of Western leaders have come out to strongly oppose any attempts to remove the Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula. The leaders say they will not tolerate any attempts to replace Moses Wetangula who is one of their own.
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27 Oct, 07:55

DCI appeals for information that can lead to the arrest of Hashim Dagane the prime suspect of 3 women that were recently murdered in Eastliegh
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27 Oct, 03:23

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be sending officials to Kenya to conduct an audit focused on corruption-related issues within the government..
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26 Oct, 19:43

⚡Statement: Millicent Omanga declines appointment to Nairobi Rivers Commission.
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26 Oct, 10:19

Kenyan seeks more information on the immunities and privileges granted to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation by the Kenyan government
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25 Oct, 17:17

A sanitation crisis is brewing in Nyeri County as uncollected garbage piles up in towns such as Nyeri, Karatina, Othaya and Naromoru where residents and shop owners have voiced growing frustrations over heaps of waste left unaddressed for more than a week.

Complaints are mounting about health hazards and foul odours driving away customers as garbage collection services remain stalled due to reported budget constraints that have left county lorries without fuel.
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25 Oct, 11:12

Kenya has organized several meetings to promote former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who is vying for the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) in elections scheduled for February 5 next year.

Odinga is expected to officially launch his campaign in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on November 8, two months after his earlier campaign event in Nairobi on August 27.

Odinga's campaign team says that plans are underway to finalize preparations for the launch event at the AU headquarters next month.

On November 5, three days before the campaign launch, Odinga will attend the Energy Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, before heading to COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 16 to November 20.
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25 Oct, 11:09

Public participation is currently underway at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) regarding a proposal by Senator Samson Cherargei to extend the term limits for the presidency and other elected officials from five years to seven years.

This initiative is part of the Constitution of Kenya Amendment Bill 2024, which seeks to amend Article 136 for the presidency and Articles 101, 177 and 180 for governors, senators and Members of Parliament.

Senator Cherargei argues that a seven-year term would allow for more effective governance.
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25 Oct, 10:59

KETRACO and Adani Energy Deal in Limbo Following High Court Ruling

https://cnyakundi.com/ketraco-and-adani-energy-deal-in-limbo-following-high-court-ruling/
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25 Oct, 10:37

Justices Eric Ogola, Anthony Mrima and Freda Mugambi have rejected Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's application for their recusal from his impeachment case, maintaining that the claims of bias were unfounded and that they will continue to hear the matter.

The court has granted the petitioners permission to file and serve amended petitions, if necessary, within five days of the order.
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25 Oct, 09:47

Another Day, Another Scandal: KICC Chairman Irungu Nyakera in Hot Water Again Over Thika Greens Project https://cnyakundi.com/another-day-another-scandal-kicc-chairman-irungu-nyakera-in-hot-water-again-for-breaching-contractual-obligations-in-thika-greens-project/
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25 Oct, 08:55

The High Court has referred the case challenging the proposed lease of JKIA to Adani to Chief Justice Martha Koome. Justice John Chigiti stated that the issues raised in the case are significant and require a bench to be empaneled to address them.
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25 Oct, 08:52

Doctor Gikonyo says Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been diagnosed with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, commonly known as “broken heart” syndrome. This condition affects the heart’s ability to pump efficiently by weakening the left ventricle, the main pumping chamber
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25 Oct, 08:33

China moves closer to the resource-rich but isolated Taliban regime, offering tariff-free trade access.
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25 Oct, 07:47

KANU Chairman Gideon Moi named as the head of Commonwealth Observer team for the upcoming Botswana elections.
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25 Oct, 06:11

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju approaches High Court with a new petition to halt the auction of his valuable Karen properties, following a defaulted loan from the East African Development Bank. tinyurl.com/4sdskspc
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25 Oct, 06:05

Swiss multinational "Holcim" which is a majority shareholder of Bamburi Cement terminates its irrevocable sale agreement with Tanzanian conglomerate Amsons Group thus allowing Savannah Clinker owned by Kenyan entrepreneur Benson Ndeta (a former CEO of Savannah Cement) to actively pursue its bid to acquire a 58.3% stake in Bamburi Cement at a revised offer price of Ksh 76.55 per share.
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24 Oct, 22:58

Starlink satellites spotted from some parts of Kenya.
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24 Oct, 22:43

KRA is set to link its electronic tax invoice management system (eTIMS) to fuel stations by June 2025 in an effort to curb tax evasion and increase revenues through real-time monitoring of motorists fuel purchases.

Under this new system, every purchase of petrol or diesel will generate an eTIMS receipt, providing the tax authority full visibility of sales across stations, helping eliminate fictitious VAT claims.

Rogue traders have exploited the current system by using unclaimed fuel receipts to seek VAT refunds for business expenses they didn’t actually incur.

This integration will also allow the KRA to track fuel consumption patterns, targeting high spenders with low tax remittance records.
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24 Oct, 22:35

Cabinet Secretaries and governors will now be restricted to using two official cars, while board members of parastatals will be required to use their personal vehicles and seek reimbursement, under new measures proposed by the National Treasury.

Senior officials across both national and county governments will also have to share vehicles, signaling a shift from the current access to multiple cars.

The changes seek to address soaring transport expenses, which jumped from Ksh 8.6 billion in 2021 to Ksh 14.3 billion in 2023, and promote efficient use of government resources.
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24 Oct, 18:29

South Sudan is set to resume pumping crude oil for export through a port in neighbouring Sudan within a few days, according to a government official.

This announcement follows necessary repairs to the oil infrastructure that had previously halted exports.

The resumption is crucial for South Sudan which relies heavily on oil revenue for its national budget.
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24 Oct, 18:22

Three foreigners, Isreal Alvarado Vera from Mexico and Nigerians Egwu Ogba Mba and Ojukwu Awu, along with Kenyan Betty Mukami Micheni, were on Thursday charged at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport law courts for allegedly operating a clandestine laboratory in Kajiado, violating the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act.

They also face accusations of possessing precursor chemicals used in drug manufacturing and owning proceeds of crime, specifically a piece of land in Kajiado County.

Egwu Ogba Mba is charged separately for being in Kenya unlawfully.

The prosecution argues that the suspects are linked to an international criminal syndicate.

The case is scheduled for mention on October 30, 2024.
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24 Oct, 18:22

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas during BRICS summit held in Kazan.
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24 Oct, 18:20

Balancing Act: Can Tanzania Harness Chinese Investments Without Losing Its Sovereignty?

China’s influence in East Africa has expanded considerably in recent years and is now characterized by extensive economic partnerships and strategic military collaborations.

Central to this influence is the Maritime Silk Road (MSR), an essential element of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), aimed at enhancing global trade routes and broadening China’s economic reach.

As East African nations strive to boost their infrastructure and economic growth, the question arises: will these partnerships support development or compromise national sovereignty and regional stability? bit.ly/48hbk2F
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24 Oct, 17:41

EACC detectives on Thursday, October 24, 2024, conducted an investigative operation targeting senior officials of the Bomet County Government over serious allegations of embezzlement.

The operation executed under court orders involved eight suspects, including County Executive Committee Members and Chief Officers accused of misappropriating Ksh 1.2 billion through fraudulent payments made to companies linked to themselves and their families.

Officials also confronted accusations of procurement fraud involving Ksh 373 million for twelve heavy road construction machines and trucks purchased during the 2022/2023 financial year.

EACC uncovered evidence suggesting misuse of authority and collusion in executing these fraudulent transactions that led to the abuse of public funds.

The commission released the suspects after taking their statements.
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24 Oct, 17:30

Inspector General Douglas Kanja reports that the National Police Service (NPS) has received 339 murder cases since August.
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24 Oct, 17:18

Chilling video from the crime scene where slain Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko was found dumped.
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24 Oct, 16:10

❗Of Bill Gates.

This is what he is allegedly doing in Bungoma County.
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24 Oct, 15:27

Petitioners in the case against impeached DP Gachagua have filed a notice of appeal, challenging the decision that upheld Deputy Chief Justice Mwilu’s authority to form a three-judge bench.
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24 Oct, 14:37

Embu High Court Judge Lucy Njuguna hands death sentence to a General Service Unit (GSU) officer found guilty of murdering his lover and their five-month-old baby in 2017. The judge described the crime as executed with chilling military precision.
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24 Oct, 13:17

Court halts the approval of Kiabonyoru as the proposed location for Nyamira University by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and the Education Cabinet Secretary.

This decision also suspends the execution of President William Ruto’s declaration made on August 12 regarding the establishment of the university at that site.
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24 Oct, 12:54

Advocate Ndegwa Njiru argues that Justice Eric Ogola's impartiality is compromised due to a potential conflict of interest, as Ogola's spouse was appointed to the Kenya Water Towers Agency board by ex-Environment CS Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya.

Njiru maintains that this relationship calls into question Justice Ogola’s ability to adjudicate the impeachment case with the requisite objectivity and integrity, urging the court to deliberate on the necessity of recusal in light of this matter.
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24 Oct, 12:48

Impeachment proceedings against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are now focusing on a key issues raised by his legal team calling for the recusal of judges from the case.

One of the arguments presented by Advocate Kibe Mungai is the close personal relationship between Justice Anthony Mrima and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi which the petitioners claim was not disclosed.

He pointed out that Kingi attended Justice Mrima’s wedding, a relationship publicly documented on social media.

The petitioners believe this connection compromises the impartiality of the proceedings and are calling for the judge's recusal from the case to ensure fairness.
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24 Oct, 12:37

Nyamira County Assembly Speaker Enock Okero impeached.
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24 Oct, 12:36

Lawyer Adrian Kamotho informs court that he has ceased representing President William Ruto, stating that the president cannot be sued in person. Kamotho argues that, under the law, the president is immune from personal legal proceedings while in office.
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24 Oct, 12:16

The three-judge bench at the Milimani High Court is back in session to hear applications in the case "Petition E562/2024 as consolidated with E565/2024: Rigathi Gachagua vs. National Assembly."
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24 Oct, 12:02

Police fire tear gas to disperse crowds in Eastleigh, Nairobi as residents protest for justice following the brutal murders of three women.

The protests on Thursday saw large crowds blocking major roads and businesses shutting down in solidarity with the victims namely Waris Daud, Amina Abdirashid and Nusuiba Dahir.
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22 Oct, 15:50

Electricity vendors have called for the dismantling of Kenya Power’s monopoly over smart meters, urging the government to create a competitive market that allows multiple players to engage in the supply and installation of the devices.
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22 Oct, 15:49

Gov't launches Multi-Sectoral Steering Committees chaired by County Executive Committees to address challenges in SHA program's transition.
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22 Oct, 15:49

Lebanon reports that the death toll has risen to 18 following an Israeli airstrike near a hospital in southern Beirut.
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22 Oct, 15:45

Sudanese rescuers report that an air strike in Khartoum has killed at least 23 people, with more than 40 others injured.
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22 Oct, 13:15

Veteran lawyer John Khaminwa vs former Attorney General Githu Muigai.
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22 Oct, 13:13

The High Court has ruled that the Housing Levy, a central component of the Finance Act 2023, was properly enacted.
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22 Oct, 13:11

Dr Khaminwa to Githu Muigai - Titles of professor and senior counsel, mean nothing.
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22 Oct, 13:08

Dr. John Khaminwa to Githu Muigai: "Listen, When I was practicing law you were still breast feeding."
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

22 Oct, 12:38

Three-judge bench is back in session to hear arguments on the ongoing case regarding the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as they consider an application for recusal.
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22 Oct, 12:24

Germany detects a new infectious variant of the mpox virus known as "clade Ib", according to media reports.
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22 Oct, 12:24

UASU Secretary-General Constantine Wasonga announces new seven-day strike notice following disagreements with the government over the implementation of recently signed return-to-work formula.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

22 Oct, 12:02

Security at the DCI headquarters on Kiambu Road visibly tightened as impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is expected to appear regarding claims about several attempts on his life.

Police trucks equipped with crowd-control gear are stationed outside the compound.
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22 Oct, 11:56

Affordable Housing Act judgement being read now
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22 Oct, 10:46

A three-judge bench will decide whether the Affordable Housing Act, which is the key part of President Ruto's main project, is constitutional. The ruling is set for 2 pm today.
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22 Oct, 10:36

Students at Nairobi Technical College have gone on strike in response to increased fees, expressing their dissatisfaction with the financial burden placed on them.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

22 Oct, 10:15

Ugandan Military Court Martial finds 16 members of the National Unity Platform (NUP) guilty of "illegal possession of explosive devices and treachery."

The group was arrested four years ago during a political campaign for NUP leader Robert Kyagulanyi popularly known as Bobi Wine.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

22 Oct, 10:15

Lawyers for impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua raise concerns regarding the appointment of the three-judge bench by Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, questioning the timeline surrounding the assignment of the case.

Paul Muite: "The E 015 in Kerugoya, the orders were given at 4 PM. When did the file come from Kirinyaga to go to the DCJ? When did the DCJ sit in the middle of the night on Friday to give directions? Permit us to articulate these issues for the sake of the nation… we’re not just dealing with removal and the challenge to the removal. We’re dealing with the precedent that will be set in the future."
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22 Oct, 09:45

Advocate Elisha Ongoya to Prof. Tom Ojienda: “If we have a professor of Law misbehaving at the bar, then we have a problem.”
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22 Oct, 09:42

Court adjourns on unconstitutionality of the bench. Court session to resume at 2pm to hear applications.
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22 Oct, 09:26

Rigathi Gachagua's lawyers, Ndegwa Njiru and Paul Muite, put Justice Philomena Mwilu on the spot at the Milimani Law Courts, questioning her for appointing a three-judge bench late Friday night without Chief Justice Martha Koome's consent.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

19 Oct, 15:57

High Court upholds its decision preventing Kithure Kindiki from taking office as Deputy President, instructing that the applications brought forward by the Attorney General and the National Assembly be scheduled for a hearing on Tuesday October 22.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

19 Oct, 15:33

A three-judge bench that was constituted by Chief Justice Martha Koome led by Justice Freda Mugambi will hold an inter-parties hearing on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, to consider the suit challenging Rigathi Gachagua’s impeachment, following a series of urgent court orders related to the matter.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

19 Oct, 14:52

A total of 14 people are missing after a boat capsized on a lake in southern Ethiopia, according to local officials.
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19 Oct, 14:46

Kenya's foreign exchange reserves have surged to a record high of $8.49 billion as of October 19, following an increase of nearly $1 billion in recent weeks, thanks to the Central Bank of Kenya's dollar purchases from the local market, which now provide coverage for 4.4 months of imports, marking a significant rise from $7.5 billion at the beginning of September
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19 Oct, 14:03

Justice Maxwell Gicheru of the Environment and Land Court orders lawyer Nelson Harun to pay Ksh 35.5 million to Chairman of Rattansi Educational Trust Dr. Vijoo Rattansi who had paid Ksh 42 million for a Kajiado land transaction, which turned murky after it was revealed that no proper sale agreement or transfer documents existed for the purported deal involving a third party named Perirose Limited.
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19 Oct, 14:03

Security heightened in Kwale County ahead of the 61st Mashujaa Day celebrations tomorrow, October 20, 2024.

Coast Regional Commissioner Rhodah Onyancha assures residents and visitors of safety measures and smooth traffic control.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

19 Oct, 14:03

Former Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha laments her exclusion from President William Ruto's administration, reflecting on the challenges she is now facing after losing her influential role.

Speaking during a funeral in Bungoma on Saturday, Nakhumicha asked Anglican Church of Kenya Arch Bishop Jackson Ole Sapit to pray for her, noting that it has not been easy since she lost her job as a Cabinet Secretary.
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19 Oct, 14:03

Cabinet Secretary for Lands Alice Wahome says over 550,000 Kenyans have registered for the government’s affordable housing initiative.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

19 Oct, 09:43

Detectives nab three suspects identified as Susan Njoki Waithira, Patrick Njuguna Karogi and James Kiratu for allegedly drugging and robbing revellers in Nairobi following a tip-off through the "Fichua Kwa DCI" hotline.
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19 Oct, 09:15

World Bank projects Kenya’s unemployment rate will go up to 5.7% (an increase from 5.6% in 2023) driven by sluggish economy and limited job opportunities.
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19 Oct, 09:07

Regional mobile network operators are bracing for a major hit to their revenues after the East African Community (EAC) technical committee proposed capping data roaming charges at $0.005 (KSh0.65) per megabyte within the One Network Area (ONA).

The new cap, expected to be approved by the EAC Council of Ministers by mid-2024, will force many telecom operators to slash their current charges, which are often more than ten times higher.

The move marks the first cap on data and SMS charges since the introduction of the ONA in 2014, which previously only regulated voice tariffs.
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19 Oct, 08:58

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu launches a scathing attack on President William Ruto, accusing him of failing to deliver on his campaign promises and expressing regret for not heeding former President Uhuru Kenyatta's warnings ahead of the 2022 General Elections.

“We campaigned for Ruto in UDA and we all heard the promises he made. Unfortunately they turned out to be lies.”

“We apologize for refusing to listen to Uhuru. Now we see what he was trying to tell us,”
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19 Oct, 08:38

High Court in Nakuru grants woman exclusive ownership of a commercial property she purchased during her marriage, following successful argument that the land located in Gilgil was acquired solely through her efforts and personal funds thus not matrimonial property.
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Cyprian, Is Nyakundi

19 Oct, 07:08

Activities at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi subdued as the anticipated swearing-in of Prof Kithure Kindiki as Deputy President appears to be on hold.
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19 Oct, 07:05

Those affected
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