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10 years, no pay: Counties push small traders to the brink
Tharaka Nithi and Garissa were singled out for failing to clear long-standing bills, with one firm owed since 2014.
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Kenyans mask up today in honour of Boniface Kariuki
Witnesses say two officers confronted him—one slapped him while the other hit him with the butt of a gun. The first officer then raised his firearm and shot him at close range. The officers walked away as protesters tried to question them.
Education and Career
UoN drops out of top 1,000 global universities in new QS rankings
The university has in recent years faced internal leadership disputes and financial difficulties, which may have contributed to its declining performance.
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State House gets Sh3.7 billion boost as rear ends
The third supplementary estimates come amid overall budget increases and cuts to key departments, as the Treasury blames revenue shortfalls on past social unrest and the shelved Finance Bill.
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Three-judge bench to hear petition on Sh4.6 trillion Uhuru-era debt
The case accuses top officials of misusing public funds, but the Attorney-General argues it could interfere with an ongoing audit.
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Tough new road rules: Alcoblow returns, inspections made mandatory
The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days. The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days. The four draft rules aim to improve road safety and accountability, with Transport CS Davis Chirchir calling for public feedback within 14 days.
Crime
Police reservist killed in Sololo ambush as tensions rise in Marsabit
The incident has heightened tensions in the area, which has been under Operation Maliza Uhalifu, a multi-agency security campaign launched in 2024 to curb cattle rustling and restore order in northern Kenya.
Health and Wellness
Health unions reject new bill, warn of chaos and exclusion
The unions, under the Health Sector Caucus, accuse the Ministry of Health of sidelining stakeholders and rushing public participation.
Global Affairs
Migrant abuse uncovered in French champagne vineyards
The victims, mostly from West Africa, were found living in degrading conditions and forced into long hours of hard labour with little pay.
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Ojwang' case: Murkomen summoned as MPs discredit IPOA findings
MPs said the report failed to address key concerns, including the legality of Ojwang’s transfer and the role of top police officials.
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Former TSC boss tapped for Murang’a county job
The County Assembly has 21 days to vet the nominees. Meanwhile, the recruitment of her replacement at TSC remains suspended following a legal challenge.
Global Affairs
UK heatwave intensifies as temperatures break 32C mark
The UK Health Security Agency has warned of increased pressure on the health system and risks to vulnerable people, with more regions expected to enter a heatwave by the weekend.
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MPs summon CS Mutua over bias in overseas job placements
This was after it emerged that most beneficiaries come from just three counties; Machakos, Makueni and Kitui. The National Employment Authority disowned the process, saying it was handled entirely by the ministry.
Education and Career
Ruto: 1,600 science labs for rural schools, 24,000 more teachers by 2026
Speaking on Thursday during the Third National Executive Retreat, Ruto said the absence of labs in many schools means students only encounter basic science equipment for the first time during national exams.
Technology
WhatsApp rolls out Meta AI in Kenya and other countries
Meta AI has drawn comparisons to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, especially the GPT-4o model, although users have noted differences in performance.
Sports
CAF picks Kasarani for CHAN final, tournament returns to East Africa
The opening match will take place at Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, while Uganda’s Mandela Stadium in Kampala will host the third-place playoff.
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Ruto vows crackdown on schools defying eCitizen directive
Speaking during the Third National Executive Retreat on Thursday, Ruto accused some school heads of resisting the move because they have something to hide.
Global Affairs
Nine Somali youth repatriated after Algeria detention
The operation was coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
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Concern as Kenya forfeits 5,000 job opportunities in UAE
Hamdan Global, a top human resource firm tasked with sourcing labor for leading employers in the UAE, voiced concern over Kenya's inability to deliver on the opportunity.
Sports
Former Cameroon International Geremi handed 5 year ban
Njitap, who leads Cameroon’s players’ union, SYNAFOC, was reportedly involved in an altercation with the official inside the Indomitable Lions’ dressing room during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire.
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Senators raise concern over outdated medical equipment in Laikipia County
The Senate Standing Committee on Health toured various healthcare facilities across the county to assess service delivery, infrastructure capabilities, and the condition of medical equipment.
Business
Nairobi forum highlights role of nature in driving Africa’s future development
Themed “Innovate, Restore, Prosper”, this seventh edition of the forum is being held on June 19, 2025, at the CIFOR-ICRAF headquarters in Gigiri, Nairobi.
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Mandera quarries shut after two workers abducted
The two workers, Martin Musyoki from Nyeri and John Kambua from Sagana, were kidnapped on Wednesday by four armed men believed to be militants.
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LSK to file contempt charges against IG Kanja
This development, which adds to the growing scrutiny facing the country’s police leadership, was revealed by LSK Council Member Gloria Kimani during a live television interview on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
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Two men sentenced to 30 years for aiding Dusit D2 terror attack
The court also noted that a third suspect in the case had earlier entered a plea agreement and was convicted in January 2025.
Sports
Club World Cup Wrap: Madrid held as Man City and Juventus victorious
Spanish hotshots Real Madrid were held to a 1-1 draw by Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal at the Club World Cup in new coach Xabi Alonso's first game in charge on Wednesday, after Manchester City got off to a winning start.
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MCSK loses license as KECOBO cites internal wrangles
The decision bars MCSK from collecting or distributing royalties, leaving only KAMP and PAVRISK authorized to operate under the Unified Copyright License.
Business
Housing levy hurting Kenyans, not helping, says MP Ndindi Nyoro
Nyoro blamed the 1.5 per cent mandatory housing levy deducted from workers’ gross pay for reducing disposable income and lowering cash flow across the economy.
News
Gen Z pressure forces lawyer to quit police brutality case
Keaton said the volume of calls and messages he received after taking up the case had become overwhelming.
Global Affairs
British woman dies of rabies after being scratched by puppy
Rabies is a deadly viral infection that targets the brain and nervous system. While symptoms typically develop between three and 12 weeks after exposure, they can appear as early as a few days or remain dormant for months or even years.