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Tana River swears in boards ahead of Canadian ‘organic city’ project

The swearing-in ceremony took place at Governor Dhadho Godhana’s official residence in Hola, presided over by Senior Principal Magistrate Edward Too.

Global Islamic leaders condemn church massacre in eastern Congo

Citing the Qur’an, the council emphasized that Islam prohibits unjustified violence, quoting scripture that equates the killing of a single innocent person to the killing of all humanity.

Charlene Ruto forgives author Webster Ochora, cites need for dialogue on online abuse

Charlene emphasized that her decision to forgive was grounded not just in personal conviction, but also in her broader advocacy for responsible leadership.

Police constable denies murder charge in killing of Nairobi Street vendor

According to a psychiatric evaluation conducted by government psychiatrist Dr. Priscila Makau on July 21, the accused officer was found mentally fit to stand trial.

Health Ministry rallies stakeholders in national push to curb cancer burden

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing cancer care under the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) framework, calling for a collective national effort to tackle the growing crisis.

CBK unveils plan for digital retail bond platform

Heavy rains batter northern China, leaving several dead and thousands displaced

Chinese state media reported that the deluge triggered a deadly landslide in a village near Chengde City in Hebei province, which surrounds the capital, Beijing.

Court freezes Sh10.5 billion road fund, escalating national-county tensions

The appellate court, in a decision delivered by Justices Daniel Musinga, Pauline Nyamweya, and George Odunga, suspended the enforcement of a June 5 High Court ruling that had declared the exclusion of counties from the RMLF unconstitutional.

Seven arraigned in Eldoret over alleged assault on Turkana governor’s son

Testifying before Eldoret Principal Magistrate Kesses Cherono, Nimrod a professional footballer claimed he was attacked by a group affiliated with his father’s political adversaries.

CS Murkomen warns drug traffickers as police seize cannabis worth Sh3 million in Kitale

Acting on weeks of intelligence and surveillance, the team stormed a residential property suspected to be a major drug hub on the outskirts of Kitale town.

Electricity Consumers Society boss slams high electricity costs and stalled grid

Speaking on Radio Generation’s People Breakfast Show, Ndereva painted a mixed picture of the country’s energy sector.

South Korea probes deadly Jeju Air crash that killed 179 in Muan

The Transport Ministry, fire authorities, and a preliminary investigation report reveal that Jeju Air Flight 7C2216 encountered a catastrophic sequence of events during its final approach.

State misleading nation on basic education funding- KETHAWA National Secretary

Wangenye accused the state of abandoning its constitutional responsibility to provide free and quality education to every child, warning that schools across the country remain under-resourced.

MP Caroli Omondi urges biometric student registration to curb ghost learners

The legislator criticized the government's inaction despite repeated audit reports flagging the existence of fictitious learners and schools.

Weatherman warns of cold spell as chilly weather persists across the country

In a detailed statement released on Monday, July 28, 2025, the Met department noted that the dominant feature behind the persistent chill has been extensive cloud cover.

US Senators call for halt to Gaza aid funding

In a letter sent Sunday to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the senators expressed grave concerns about the $30 million in U.S. funding recently pledged to Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.

Kenya faces silent crisis as non-communicable diseases overtake hospital deaths

The 2024 Vital Statistics Report by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) shows that NCDs accounted for 61.7 percent of all hospital deaths last year a sharp jump from 52.4 percent in 2023.

Ministry seeks tougher regulations to curb tea hacking and illegal trade

Ronoh underscored the urgency of reinforcing the regulatory framework governing tea production and marketing.

Trump, EU strike major trade deal after high stakes talks in Scotland

Trump described the discussions as “very interesting negotiations” and hailed the agreement as mutually beneficial.

Churchgoers killed in DR Congo attack linked to Islamic State

Local officials say the victims were part of a Christian congregation attending a night vigil when armed militants stormed the church.

Tension in Turkana South after deadly bandit attacks and livestock theft

In the first incident near the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) post in Kainuk, an elderly herder was ambushed and killed while tending his goats.

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Ruto in Addis for UN food summit, to champion Kenya’s role in global food security

President Ruto is expected to use the platform to push for increased international cooperation in addressing the global food crisis.

Iran executes two MEK members over alleged attacks on civilian sites

The executions, carried out despite international outcry, have drawn sharp condemnation from Amnesty International, which has labelled the trial process “grossly unfair.”

IRC urges government to simplify access to refugee IDs amid integration push

IRC’s Regional Policy and Advocacy Advisor Irene Shiundu stressed the critical role refugee identity cards play in ensuring access to healthcare, education, legal aid, and employment.

Standoff as police clash with Gachagua allies in Murang’a

The group was set to hold a series of public rallies in the area but their convoy was stopped by police along a major road, sparking a tense exchange.

Policyholders Fund on the spot over workforce diversity gaps

The Fund's CEO Mohamed Salal stressed that it's an equal opportunity employer that adheres to constitutional guidelines outlined in Articles 52 and 57.

Auditor exposes massive losses and irregularities in Gov't spending

The Auditor General’s report for the 2023/2024 financial year reveals that development projects worth Sh37.92 billion, initiated by at least 24 ministries and state departments, have stalled.

DCP demands immediate release of capitation funds, threatens mass protests

Malala accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of undermining Kenya’s free education policy, alleging that public education was being deliberately starved of funds.

Legal gaps and budget cuts cripple oversight bodies, says House report

The office of the Controller of Budget, in particular, is severely limited in its role, according to the report.