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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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No more bloodshed: Elders unite to restore peace in Kerio Valley
Leaders from Baringo, Nandi, Elgeyo Marakwet, West Pokot, and Uasin Gishu counties convened in Cheptebo, Elgeyo Marakwet, to begin charting a new path to restore order and stability.
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ODPP accused of enabling botched investigations and weak prosecutions
The ODPP has been accused of poor oversight, selective prosecution, and surrendering to political pressure, while urging the DPP to personally lead landmark cases, reform internal operations, and reopen unsolved high-profile investigations.
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Moses Kuria predicts 2027 will be a consensus vote, not a contest
Kuria stressed the importance of national dialogue ahead of the polls, warning of potential turmoil if the country fails to build unity.
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Gen Z protest victims still waiting for justice, one year on
President Ruto had also promised action on extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances targeting youth activists, but no progress has been made.
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Belgium star Dries Mertens bows out with over 300 career goals
Known for his pace, versatility, and technical skill, he earned admiration across Europe and played a pivotal role in Napoli’s success during the last decade.
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MMU student in murder case declared unfit for trial
The report also noted that Mutinda was “fairly groomed and cooperative with difficulty,” but his speech was low in tone and pitch, and the history he provided was unreliable.
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No skills, no PSV license: New Bill targets rogue matatu drivers
The law proposes changes to four Acts and introduces universal design standards in transport, roads and buildings.