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Somalia unveils 'Vision 2060' to transform nation by 100th independence anniversary
President Mohamud described the national dream as “a blueprint for change.
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Iran launches missile attack on US base in Qatar
Witnesses reported seeing missiles in the skies, followed by explosions, but it wasn’t clear if there was any damage.
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Poghisio cautions government, politicians ahead of June 25 protests
Poghisio emphasized the need to allow young people the space to reflect on and commemorate the lives lost and the struggles faced in 2024.
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Director charged with stealing Sh356 million from own company
The prosecution told the court that the funds belonged to the company and were allegedly stolen by Khatwani in his capacity as a director.
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Sifuna: Honour protest victims, don’t fear the streets
Official records confirmed at least 42 deaths, but rights groups, including the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights and Amnesty International, reported 61 fatalities.
Health and Wellness
MoH confirms 2.75% health contribution still in force
The petition questioned the legality of the mandatory 2.75% contribution under the Social Health Insurance Act and the transfer of data from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA).
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NCIC, MWARP join forces to promote peace culture in coast schools
NCIC Chief Executive Officer Daniel Mutegi said the collaboration will enable both institutions to roll out joint programs designed to equip students with values such as tolerance.
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Kenya gets Sh16.4 billion IFAD loan to boost rural livelihoods
The loan is on blend terms, with a 1.41 percent interest rate, 1.39 percent service charge, a 25-year repayment period, and a five-year grace period.
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ECOWAS sounds alarm over rising instability as Maada Bio assumes leadership
During a summit in Abuja, Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio, who took over the bloc’s rotating chairmanship from Nigeria’s Bola Tinubu.
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IG Kanja vows justice for shot protester Boniface Kariuki
Central Region Police Commander Samuel Ndanyi, speaking on behalf of IG Kanja during a visit to Kariuki’s family, said two officers linked to the shooting have already been charged in court and remain in custody.
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FGM declines but child pregnancies surge as Kenya unveils bold girls' empowerment plan
Wajir County still tops the list with a prevalence of 97.2%, followed by Mandera (95.9%), Marsabit (83%), Kisii (77.3%), and Samburu (75.6%).
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Iran races to finalise Khamenei succession plans after Israeli threats
A three-member committee from a top clerical body, formed two years ago by Khamenei himself to identify his replacement, has accelerated discussions in recent days, according to five insiders familiar with the matter
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96 judges can’t handle it all, Muteti warns on delayed justice
He revealed that each judge is handling up to 450 cases annually, a workload that makes it difficult to deliver timely justice.
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CS Duale and Mwaura clash over access to health services
Duale said the remarks were misleading and insisted that all Kenyans are entitled to SHA services as long as they make the required payments.
Health and Wellness
PS Omollo rallies Kenyans to register for SHA
Omollo said the SHA has already helped many vulnerable families receive care at minimal cost, replacing the NHIF, which he said largely benefited the formally employed.
Global Affairs
UN removes Somalia from child soldier list after 16 years
For over 16 years, Somalia’s place on the list was tied to persistent reports of children being recruited or forced into armed groups. Human rights organisations repeatedly urged Somalia to enforce reforms and protect its vulnerable youth.
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Treasury slashes CoB budget by Sh70 million in supplementary cuts
The latest budget cuts were contained in the third supplementary estimates tabled by the National Treasury last Wednesday, barely a week before the financial year closes.
Health and Wellness
Merck Foundation empowers Kenya’s healthcare through specialist training
First Lady Rachel Ruto applauded the Foundation’s efforts in improving healthcare and supporting girls' education, describing it as life-changing.
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East Africa Law Society moves conference from Tanzania to Ethiopia
The society brings together more than 45,000 members, including lawyers from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, and Tanzania.
Health and Wellness
High court strikes out SHIF petition, cites pending cases
Justice Chacha Mwita ruled that the petition filed by four doctors, led by Doctor Clarence Eboso Mweresa, could not proceed because the issues raised were already pending before the Court of Appeal and in Petition E513 of 2024 at the High Court.
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IPOA to forward police misconduct files to DPP
Hassan disclosed that only 25 percent of complaints received by IPOA originate from police officers, while 75 percent come from the public, pointing to a deep trust gap between citizens and law enforcement agencies.
Business
Car importers sue KRA over tax formula, warn of sharp price hike
The association, through lawyer Ngibuini Gikandi, argues that the revised structure is discriminatory.
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Influencers, TikTok and politicians named top sources of disinformation in Kenya
Despite growing concerns, social media platforms remain central to how Kenyans access news, with YouTube leading at 54 per cent, followed by Facebook (52 per cent), WhatsApp (46 per cent), X (42 per cent), and TikTok (38 per cent).
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Court told Wetang’ula, house in contempt over electoral team
President William Ruto appointed a new IEBC team chaired by Erastus Ethekon through a gazette notice dated June 10, despite a High Court order issued on May 19 stopping the vetting and approval of the nominees by Parliament.
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Seven killed in Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv
Emergency services shared images of destroyed buildings still burning, and residents being led away from the rubble.
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Six including OCS Talam to face murder charges over death of blogger, Ojwang
IPOA submitted its findings on June 22, following which the DPP formed a team of senior prosecutors to assess the inquiry file. After reviewing the evidence, the DPP approved the prosecution of all six suspects.
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Auditor General: IFMIS fails as Sh10.2 billion spent without approval
The audit found that some transactions captured in IFMIS were later cancelled, but there was no evidence to show the cancellations were authorised.
Global Affairs
Apple sued over alleged AI missteps that shook investors
Apple shares have fallen nearly 25 percent since their record high on December 26, 2024, wiping out around $900 billion in market value.
Sports
Kenya Police captain Ochieng celebrates KPL title 13 years after last winning with Tusker
It was the first KPL title ever for the Kenya Police side and Ochieng's second and he was happy to relive the winning feeling, dedicating the title to his mother.
Sports
Gor Mahia captain eyes cup glory after league disappointment
Gor finished second in the league behind new champions Kenya Police FC and are set to face Nairobi United in the Mozzart Bet Cup Final this Saturday, June 28.