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Economy stagnates in early 2025 despite agricultural boost
Among the sectors that recorded reduced activity were transport, hospitality, financial services, and communication.
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Ministries, counties sidestep transparency in Sh1.5 trillion spending
From January to June 2025, contract details worth only Sh73 billion were uploaded.
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KNEC unveils digital system for instant certificate verification
The platform, which is being piloted in collaboration with the Public Service Commission, is expected to support fair hiring by ensuring that only valid documents are accepted.
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Legal fog, lack of commissioners paralyse IEBC's key mandate
Since January 2023, the IEBC has not had commissioners after the expiry of their terms.
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Havi seeks to disqualify judges picked by CJ Koome in apex court ouster case
Havi is requesting that Justices Charles Kariuki, Lawrence Mugambi, and Bahati Mwamuye step aside, arguing they were appointed by Chief Justice Martha Koome one of the judges named in the petitions.
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Atwoli tells off opposition: you can’t win western without us
Atwoli said any attempt to gain ground in the region ahead of the 2027 elections would be futile unless the opposition secures the support of ODM leader Raila Odinga, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula.
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Gov’t urges informal workers to get skills certified under RPL policy
Stanley Maindi, who heads the RPL delivery unit at the State Department for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), said the government is now focused on validating skills acquired outside formal training institutions.
Education and Career
Public colleges under fire as MPs probe audit failures and budget waste
The Committee further faulted the institutions for failing to deduct taxes from allowances paid to board members.
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Ruto: I won’t apologize for building a church at State House
Speaking during an address at State House on Friday, Ruto pushed back against growing criticism over the Sh1.2 billion construction, insisting that the funds are coming directly from his own pocket.
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IPF calls for stronger parliamentary oversight as Kenya’s debt tops Sh11.5 trillion
The Institute of Public Finance (IPF) argues that the National Assembly should play a more active role in scrutinizing and approving loan agreements before they are signed by the National Treasury or executive arm of government.
Business
Saccos losing Sh3 billion annually to fraud, regulator warns
The losses are further worsened by liquidity constraints, failure to meet prudential standards and unremitted staff deductions.
Sports
Barcelona and Arsenal target Nico Williams signs new 10 year Bilbao deal
The 22-year-old had been heavily linked with Barca, while German club Bayern Munich and English Premier League side Arsenal were also speculated to be interested in his services, even though there had been reservations over the cost of doing a deal.
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Nairobi to raise Sh5bn from crackdown on unauthorized developments
However, the regularisation will not apply to structures built on public land or spaces reserved for roads, railway, communication infrastructure, and other civic uses.
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White House to host UFC event, US President Trump says
"We're going to have a UFC fight on the grounds of the White House. We have a lot of land there. Dana's going to do it," said Trump
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Activist moves to court to push for term limits for MPs and MCAs
Omusundi is asking the court to declare that allowing lawmakers to run indefinitely goes against Article 10 of the Constitution, which upholds principles such as equality, inclusiveness, and integrity.
Global Affairs
National parks to cost more foreigners under Trump’s new order
In addition to the fee changes, the president used the same order to cancel a previous directive issued in 2017 by former president Barack Obama.
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Confident Kenya Simbas arrive in Uganda for Africa Rugby Championships
“The guys are looking well prepared and ready for the tournament in Uganda. We’re glad that we don’t have any serious injuries within the team,” said head coach Jerome Paarwater
Education and Career
KNEC unveils assessment centre to train teachers under new curriculum
The launch of the centre comes just before the pioneer class under the new curriculum sits for the first Kenya Junior School Education Assessment.
Health and Wellness
Lamu unveils key health infrastructure upgrades at King Fahad Hospital
Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale said more equipment, including a mammogram and MRI machine, is expected to arrive soon.
Sports
Japan defender Tomiyasu to leave Arsenal following injury nightmare
Tomiyasu, who joined Arsenal from Bologna in 2021, made 79 appearances for the Gunners.
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KFS clarifies Karura Forest felling plan as public raises concerns
Karura Forest, located within Nairobi, is one of the capital’s most visited natural spaces.
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MPs reject proposed media rules over press freedom concerns
The draft Code, which aims to replace regulations that have been in place for 13 years, expands the number of clauses from 26 to 32.
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Kenya assumes leadership of G77+China under Namwamba
Namwamba now leads a powerful group made up of 134 member states.
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LSK cracks down on masqueraders in Garissa, three arrested
The move aims to safeguard the integrity of the legal profession and protect the public from fraudulent practices.
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US, UK lead in births to Kenyans living overseas - KNBS
The United States accounted for the highest share of registered foreign births, with 1,649 entries or 28.9 percent, followed by the UK with 1,076 births or 18.9 percent.
Global Affairs
Controversial $4.5 Trillion Bill Heads to Trump’s Desk for Independence day signing
The House vote followed a tense stretch for Republican leadership, who faced divisions in their ranks.
Business
KCB, Equity, Co-op, NCBA among Africa’s fastest growing lenders
Globally, KCB ranked 572nd among the top 1,000 banks, followed closely by Equity at 590. Co-op Bank appeared at position 864, with NCBA making the list at 924.
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Kilifi families receive Sh60 million payout for wildlife conflict losses
The payments, which cover claims dating back to 2014 and up to October 2020, are part of a broader effort by the government to settle long-standing compensation arrears related to human fatalities caused by wildlife.
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Gachagua allies grilled over June 25 protests in Nakuru and Nyeri
DCI officers believe that Mwangi and Wangui played key roles in organising and financing the protests in Nakuru.
Global Affairs
Atiku, Obi join forces in ADC to challenge Tinubu in 2027
The coalition is anchored by Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, Tinubu’s two main challengers in the previous election.