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Ruto: Kenya, Uganda to jointly invest in pipeline, SGR extensions
Ruto affirmed strong Kenya-Uganda relations, pledging regional collaboration on major infrastructure projects like the Devki Tororo Steel plant, KPC pipeline, and SGR extension.
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Ruto: Kenya, Uganda to jointly invest in pipeline, SGR extensions
Pests devour Sh2.8b macadamia crop, CS orders shift to organic controls
Kenya’s macadamia industry is in crisis.
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Pests devour Sh2.8b macadamia crop, CS orders shift to organic controls
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Ruto dreams of great leap forward without fighting corruption
The President’s speech drew mixed reactions, with critics arguing that it overlooked corruption, a persistent issue undermining development.
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Ruto dreams of great leap forward without fighting corruption
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NG-CDF Tax arrears owed to KRA
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has said that the NG-CDF owed the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Sh2.4 billion in tax arrears as of the end of October.
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NG-CDF Tax arrears owed to KRA
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Why Ruto's democracy pledge is under fire
Civil society decries abductions, killings and rights violations nationwide as opposition and youthful MPs vow to confront government’s persistent failings.
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Why Ruto's democracy pledge is under fire
MPs summon Interior CS over delayed ID issuance in Northern Kenya
The National Assembly will summon Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen next week.
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MPs summon Interior CS over delayed ID issuance in Northern Kenya
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Why state machinery are camping in Malava and Mbeere
Mbeere North and Malava have seemingly turned out to not only a high stakes game but also a litmus test for the shifting political allegiance.
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Why state machinery are camping in Malava and Mbeere
NGOs contribute Sh53 billion annually, KRA says
Comedian-turned philanthropist Eric Omondi was voted as the people’s champion and Christian Blind Mission was picked as the Best In Health category.
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NGOs contribute Sh53 billion annually, KRA says
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Ruto insists health, education systems are working despite criticism
Ruto maintained stance that the government has addressed the challenges in the health and education sectors.
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Ruto insists health, education systems are working despite criticism
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How November by-elections will shape 2027 race for Ruto, Opposition
The Mbeere North and Malava by-elections have seemingly turned out to be a high-stakes game and a litmus test for the shifting political allegiances.
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How November by-elections will shape 2027 race for Ruto, Opposition
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Tanzania's vote marred by fraud, intimidation and media bias: AU
African Union observer mission says Tanzania polls fell below continental standards.
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Tanzania's vote marred by fraud, intimidation and media bias: AU
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MPs put to task CS over 'ghost' schools audit
This came as the CS said a recent verification exercise has borne fruit
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MPs put to task CS over 'ghost' schools audit
Mbadi flags Sh80b monthly wage bill, warns it threatens economy
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has warned that the country’s growing wage bill poses a major fiscal risk.
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Mbadi flags Sh80b monthly wage bill, warns it threatens economy
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How PWDs, unidentified patients are exposed under SHA emergency cover
MPs were concerned over numerous cases of stranded patients whose medical claims were partially rejected by the SHA due to delays in identification.
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How PWDs, unidentified patients are exposed under SHA emergency cover
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Opposition vows to field single 2027 candidate to remove Ruto
The United Opposition has dismissed President William Ruto’s recent claim that he has no opponent in the 2027 polls, insisting that their plan to field a single presidential candidate is on course.
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Opposition vows to field single 2027 candidate to remove Ruto
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How Ketraco lost Sh13 billion in flawed wayleave compensation scheme
Gathungu’s audit was expected to establish the accuracy of the long-outstanding wayleave compensations and assess Ketraco’s compliance with the law.
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How Ketraco lost Sh13 billion in flawed wayleave compensation scheme
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I will not give up the fight, says Lissu as he gets democracy award
Tanzania opposition leader is being detained amid trial for treason charges.
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I will not give up the fight, says Lissu as he gets democracy award
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Relief for mothers as state moves to ease delivery restrictions at lower-tier hospitals
The Ministry warns permanent inclusion requires Sh4.9 billion annual investment under the Primary Healthcare framework.
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Relief for mothers as state moves to ease delivery restrictions at lower-tier hospitals
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KNEC decries Sh3.7 billion shortfall, calls for disbursement
Administration of this year’s examinations is facing financial challenges that may also affect marking and release of results, it has emerged.
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KNEC decries Sh3.7 billion shortfall, calls for disbursement
KEBS pushes new Standards Bill to crack down on unsafe goods
The proposed law aims to turn standards into tools for business competitiveness and export readiness.
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KEBS pushes new Standards Bill to crack down on unsafe goods
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Respect human rights and democracy, African countries urged
Over ten countries participating in the DUA forum have condemned the continuous detention of opposition leaders in Tanzania and Uganda, saying that human rights must be respected.
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Respect human rights and democracy, African countries urged
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Talks on working with Raila began in 2023, Ichung'wah says
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has revealed that discussions on the state of the nation began in 2023, at the height of the Unga Revolution protests.
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Talks on working with Raila began in 2023, Ichung'wah says
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Kahiga's political remarks spark renewed concern over incitement
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga sparked outrage and widespread condemnation following unsavoury comments that prompted calls for his impeachment.
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Kahiga's political remarks spark renewed concern over incitement
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MPs defend laws President signed on day Raila died
Some MPs have now defended the move by President William Ruto to sign eight controversial bills into law on October 15, the day that the former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, died
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MPs defend laws President signed on day Raila died
Wetang'ula says Parliament will fast-track election laws ahead of 2027 elections
Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, has promised that Parliament will review and pass all election-related bills ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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Wetang'ula says Parliament will fast-track election laws ahead of 2027 elections
Life after Raila
Former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, a towering figure in Kenyan politics, has left a huge vacuum, with his death setting the stage for a major realignment in the political landscape.
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Life after Raila
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Kalonzo missing in action as Mashujaa Day is celebrated in his tuff
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Monday skipped the Mashujaa Day celebrations held in his Kitui backyard, choosing instead to honour the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in a tribute.
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Kalonzo missing in action as Mashujaa Day is celebrated in his tuff
SRC nominee Michael Kingi put to task over political links
Salaries and Remuneration Commission nominee Michael Thoyah Kingi has said he is not a member of any political party and was not contesting in the upcoming by-elections.
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SRC nominee Michael Kingi put to task over political links
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Tears, tributes as Raila's journey ends at Nyayo
The country came to a standstill as millions of Kenyans glued themselves to television screens to follow the State funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at Nyayo National Stadium.
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Tears, tributes as Raila's journey ends at Nyayo
MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ula
A somber mood engulfed Parliament buildings on Wednesday when legislators received news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s demise.
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MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ula
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Inside new computer and land use laws
Early on Wednesday morning before the country received the news of demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto assented into law,eight Bills passed by the National Assembly.
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Inside new computer and land use laws
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Mps accuse Ogamba of misleading House on capitation
Parliament has summoned Education CS Julius Ogamba over delayed school capitation. MPs are demanding answers as exams approach and institutions face crippling financial constraints.
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Mps accuse Ogamba of misleading House on capitation
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UoN tops list as new audit exposes unclaimed billions in universities
Auditor reveals institutions holding Sh2.6b in caution money, overpaid student fees. She urges stricter compliance of the law and protection of unclaimed financial assets.
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UoN tops list as new audit exposes unclaimed billions in universities
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Learning institutions in the spot over caution money and overpaid fees
Learning institutions are expected to remit caution money and overpaid fees that remain unclaimed for a period exceeding two years after successful completion of studies.
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Learning institutions in the spot over caution money and overpaid fees
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How Ruto is using divide-and-rule tactics to tear into opposition
United opposition leaders have condemned what they term President William Ruto’s alleged attempts to divide and destabilise them ahead of his 2027 re-election bid.
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How Ruto is using divide-and-rule tactics to tear into opposition
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Muturi: Privatisation plan is plunder disguised as reform
Former AG Justin Muturi says the plan appears to be an effort to make State corporations efficient and profitable but what emerges is the systematic looting of strategic national assets.
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Muturi: Privatisation plan is plunder disguised as reform
Government blames global market for low tea bonuses, unveils quality lab plan
Ronoh said the Government is establishing a Tea Quality Analysis Laboratory in Mombasa to provide a scientific method of valuing tea and validate the quality and safety of Kenyan tea.
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Government blames global market for low tea bonuses, unveils quality lab plan
MPs demand an explanation of HSNP
A parliamentary committee has expressed concerns over persistent delays in disbursing funds under the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP).
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MPs demand an explanation of HSNP
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Mps accuse KTDA of incompetence, want an ad hoc committee established
MPs from the West of Rift tea-growing region have decried a drop in bonuses recorded this year and called out the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) over its alleged inefficiency.
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Mps accuse KTDA of incompetence, want an ad hoc committee established
CS Kagwe roots for revival of fibre crops
Kagwe, who appeared before the National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation, said the regulations will be critical in unlocking the full potential of fibre crops.
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CS Kagwe roots for revival of fibre crops