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State officers shun car loan fund despite billions set aside
As of June 2023, only Sh225 million out of Sh3.8 billion had been issued.
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Kinyanjui, Mudavadi among CSs picked to lead Kenya-EU Council
The deal gives Kenya full access to the European market without taxes or limits, opening the door for stronger trade and investment between the two sides.
Global Affairs
Hundreds of flights cancelled as powerful winds batter Beijing
Authorities issued a warning urging residents to stay indoors, with some reports suggesting that people weighing less than 50kg could be "easily blown away."
Business
Government approves acquisition of National Bank of Kenya by Nigerian lender
In October last year, the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) gave its nod for the full sale of National Bank of Kenya shares.
Global Affairs
Thunderstorms claim at least 69 lives across India and Nepal
Disaster officials in Nepal told AFP that eight more people were killed due to lightning strikes on Wednesday and Thursday.
Sports
Barcelona take title ambitions to relegation-threatened Leganes
Barca currently find themselves on a seven-match away unbeaten streak.
Sports
McLaren dominates Bahrain Grand Prix practice ahead of Saturday qualifying
Mercedes driver Russell says he believes McLaren were "a big step ahead".
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CS Ogamba revokes UoN Council appointments, reassigns officials
These changes come in the wake of growing pressure over governance concerns at the University of Nairobi.
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President Ruto attends funeral of Raila's aide in Siaya
During a tribute on April 10, Raila remembered George as a man of outstanding character—genuine, kind-hearted, and deeply trustworthy.
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LSK boss Odhiambo and others appointed to panel tasked with recruiting KNCHR chair
The move follows the death of former KNCHR Chairperson Roseline Odhiambo Odede in January this year.
Sports
Lionesses confirm place in Los Angeles playoffs with wins in Poland
Kenya beat Colombia 12-7 and Belgium 12-0 but surprisingly lost 28-12 to Thailand in their second group game.
Entertainment
Nigerian authorities ban song criticising President Tinubu
He challenges the president’s son to travel by road instead of using private jets, to witness the dangers that ordinary Nigerians face every day.
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Chiefs with degrees to become Assistant County Commissioners – Murkomen
Murkomen also ordered that every sub-county must have two Principal Chiefs to improve public service delivery.
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Focus on voter mobilization, Saboti MP Amisi tells Kenyans
According to him, a well-organized electorate holds the ultimate power to shape Kenya’s political future.
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Man beheads his two children in bizarre Bomet killing
After the incident, the bodies of the young victims, aged 2 and 7, were reportedly found inside the kitchen.
Sports
Kenya Cup Final: Oilers looking to end Kabras' three-year unbeaten run
Kabras are in their tenth straight final and will be pushing for their fourth title in a row
Global Affairs
WFP urges action to preposition food aid as Sudan faces growing hunger crisis
Famine conditions have been confirmed in 10 locations, including eight areas in North Darfur and two in the Western Nuba Mountains, where food insecurity has reached alarming levels.
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Kenyan court takes on Facebook over Ethiopia violence
Meta has attempted to have the case dismissed, arguing that Kenyan courts do not have jurisdiction over the U.S.-based tech giant.
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Raila cautions MPs over devolution interference, says 2027 will be a litmus test
He said devolution was facing serious challenges due to a lack of cooperation between the national and county governments.
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Sniffer dogs to be deployed to locate body in rubble of demolished Mombasa building
Nassir expressed his heartfelt support to the bereaved family and assured them of his unwavering commitment to ensuring the body is found and the family attains closure.
Sports
Jamaican 100 metre Champion Fraser-Pryce to return in 2025 then retire
"Time will honour your greatness," added Fraser-Pryce, who won back-to-back 100-metre Olympic titles in 2008 and 2012.
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Apex Court reinstates life sentences, rejects 30-year term limit
The judges also said the constitutional validity of life imprisonment could not be discussed at the Supreme Court level because it had not been handled by the High Court first.
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Investigations prompt suspension of 20 construction projects in Mombasa
The collapse claimed the life of Yusuf Abdi, who was last seen entering the building just before it gave way.
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KHRC seeks court order to allow Butere Girls' School perform 'Echoes of War'
According to the petition, the play's censorship and subsequent ban violate the students' fundamental rights to freedom of expression and access to cultural life.
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Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr apologizes for HIV/AIDS comment on Homa Bay
His statement drew criticism, prompting the governor to issue a formal apology to the residents of Homa Bay.
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UN Emergency Agency to cut workforce by 20%
According to OCHA, the agency requested $55 billion () in 2024 to reach over 300 million people in need, but less than a third of that has been received to date.
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Court directs IG Kanja to reinstate security for former CS Muturi
Justice Chacha Mwita granted the interim order as part of an ongoing case contesting the decision to withdraw Muturi’s security.
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Brace for weekend downpours, Weatherman tells Kenyans
Other areas expected to receive significant rainfall include the South-eastern lowlands, Coast, Northwestern, and Northeastern Kenya.
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Chiefs in insecure regions may soon get firearms, Government says
Residents say that despite ongoing security operations such as Operation Amani Boni, al-Shabaab militants continue to strike sporadically.
Sports
Starlets coach optimistic of Women's Africa Cup of Nations qualification
The Starlets’ focus now shifts fully to the WAFCON final qualifying round against Gambia.