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Mob kills five family members in Kisii, burns down homes
Two other relatives managed to flee the scene, escaping the attack.
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Global Affairs
Titanic victim’s pocket watch to be auctioned for over Sh8.5 million
Givard had been on his way to the United States with two companions, both of whom also lost their lives in the tragedy.
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Bungoma and Kwale County Commissioners' residences designated as State Lodges
State lodges are used to support the President’s movements and official duties outside Nairobi.
Education and Career
Public universities in crisis as debt, underfunding threaten closure
A 2022 report by the Parliamentary Committee on Education warned that many public universities are at risk of insolvency unless funding is increased significantly.
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Senate backs external legal services for counties in complex cases
Instead of enforcing the ban, senators issued guidelines advising counties to limit outsourcing legal work to only complex or specialised cases.
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Suspected serial killer arrested over two murders in Kiambu
The first incident took place on March 17, 2025, when Ndekei went missing after leaving for Thika town to buy clothes.
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Weatherman warns of heavy rainfall over Easter period
This weather pattern is anticipated to persist from Friday, April 18, to Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Sports
Emmanuel Wanyonyi, Beatrice Chebet named 2024 Sportspersons of the Year
The enterprising Chebet, who won both the 5000 and 10000 metre Gold Medal was without doubt named the Female athlete of the year, in itself no mean feat considering the competition on show.
Business
Idle funds, stalled roads: MPs raise red flags on Treasury action
PS Mbugua told the committee that the Roads Annuity Oversight Committee is responsible for approving all disbursements from the Fund.
Global Affairs
US-Somali airstrike targets militants amid fierce battle for strategic town
Al-Shabab has been fighting to overthrow the federal government for nearly two decades and controls large portions of southern and central Somalia.
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CJ Koome cracks down on brokers and imposters within court premises
Koome urged law enforcement agencies to apprehend individuals posing as court representatives and interfering with judicial proceedings.
Global Affairs
Tanzania's Chadema calls for protests as police impose ban
Lissu’s Chadema party has accused President Samia Suluhu Hassan of adopting the repressive strategies.
News
Worshippers keep giving even as finances shrink
Financial records recently released by key churches, including Citam, Nairobi Chapel, All Saints’ Cathedral, and Karura Community Chapel, show that Kenyans are contributing more, not less, to religious institutions.
Global Affairs
IMF rules out global recession despite US tariff shock
Speaking on Thursday, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said the current climate is a test for international cooperation and sensible policy.
Sports
Tunisian Olympic swimming champion banned for missing drug tests
Hafnaoui missed two anti-doping tests while training in America and then a third after returning home to Tunisia, amidst visa issues in the United States.
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Remembering Ogolla: A soldier’s quiet goodbye, one year later
On April 18, 2024, the nation lost a towering figure of strength, discipline, and leadership, a man whose legacy stretched across both military and personal spheres.
Sports
Miracle at Old Trafford as Manchester United save their season at the death
Goalkeeper Andre Onana, perhaps unsure of how to react, was seen doing rabbit hops on the Old Trafford pitch as United stole an unlikely win.
News
Matiang’i arrives in Kenya from US trip
Matiang’i was welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) by a group of leaders.
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Matatu operators urge government to address issues with insurance firms
Machakos MP Caleb Mule tabled the petition in Parliament, highlighting serious grievances against three specific insurance firms.
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KDF requiem mass pays homage to CDF Ogolla and other crash victims
The emotional ceremony, held at Moi Air Base in Eastleigh, brought together military leaders, families, and colleagues in remembrance of the fallen.
News
Student numbers in Kenyan universities cross 600,000 mark
Despite this growth, CUE noted that most students are concentrated in public chartered universities. This has created an imbalance in student distribution across the sector.
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Easter: Security and traffic operations intensified at the Coast
Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has given assurance to both domestic and international tourists that heightened security will be maintained throughout the festivities.
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NTSA to roll out new technology to monitor speed and curb road fatalities
NTSA Director General George Njau informed Parliament that, in addition to the fixed cameras, they have also been trialing mobile speed monitoring devices on various roads across the country since November 2024.
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Ruto signs law to remove transformer tax, promising cheaper electricity
According to the new law, the move will support better access to electricity by making transformer infrastructure cheaper and more accessible to both power providers and end-users.
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New rules allow Nairobi CECs to face MCAs in full assembly
Until now, county executives across Kenya could only appear before committees. With the new rule, Nairobi becomes the first to introduce a system where CECs can answer questions in the full assembly.
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Duale suspends licensing of foreign doctors, orders audit of Mediheal transplants
The initial investigation was carried out by a 12-member team appointed by Dr. Maurice Wakwabubi, acting CEO of the Kenya Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services (KBTTS).
Sports
All set as Kenya's Junior Starlets face Cameroon in crucial World Cup Qualifier
Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed is hoping for a strong showing from home support to help the girls through.
News
PS Wang'ombe rallies local administrators in the fight against GBV
“We must promote harmony in families. It’s important to remember that GBV affects men as well, manifesting through both physical and emotional abuse by women,” she added.
News
PS Sing’oei: China loan rejection claims baseless
His remarks triggered widespread public concern and online debate about the transparency of Kenya’s international financial dealings.
News
Fear and lawlessness: How 309 gangs are terrorising counties
The report reveals that criminal networks continue to expand in Mombasa, Kiambu, Busia, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Kilifi, Nairobi, Kwale, Bungoma, and Machakos.