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Rwanda lowers legal age for contraceptives to curb teen pregnancies

The legislation, passed on Monday, lowers the minimum age from 18 and allows adolescents to obtain birth control pills and implants

Ruto, Raila unveil five-member team to steer UDA-ODM deal and NADCO report

The new committee will be chaired by Agnes Zani, with members Gabriel Oguda, Javas Bigambo, Fatuma Ibrahim and Kevin Kiarie

Wajackoyah endorses Lusaka’s push to unite western Kenya leaders ahead of 2027

Wajackoyah praised Lusaka as a seasoned statesman with vast political and administrative experience

CS Oparanya blames counties for Sacco collapse, urges senate to back tougher laws

Oparanya said several Saccos, including Afya Sacco and Moi University Savings and Credit Society (MUSCO), are facing serious liquidity challenges

Uhuru sets date for special Jubilee delegates meeting

The planned meeting is set to receive a progress report from the National Executive Committee (NEC), review and shape new party policies, and address other key issues that affect the future of the party.

Two Ghanaian ministers die in helicopter crash

The Ghana Armed Forces said the aircraft, which was carrying three crew and five passengers had gone "off the radar".

Ruto’s 2027 victory will be earned through development, not propaganda- CS Ruku

Ruku urged politicians to stop misleading Kenyans and instead recognize the progress made by the Kenya Kwanza administration in under two years

Kenya to host first-ever national software summit in Eldoret

Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo described the summit as a turning point in Kenya’s digital evolution

HELB opens 2025 loan applications as State sets August 15 disbursement date

In a public notice released on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 HELB urged eligible students to apply early to avoid last-minute delays

Senator Nyutu pushes for automated, decentralized system for certificate of good conduct

Nyutu argued that the manual process is time-consuming, costly, and disproportionately affects applicants in rural and remote areas

Not under my watch: IEBC boss Ethekon vows watertight 2027 polls

Ethekon maintained that the election process from voting to tallying follows a strict legal path that safeguards its integrity

INFOGRAPHIC: Top 10 countries with highest rates of intimate partner violence globally

The data highlights how widespread and severe IPV remains across various regions

UK becomes first country to launch national gonorrhea vaccination programme

PLP leader Karua demands arrests over child sex trafficking ring exposed in BBC report

Karua condemned what she described as gross institutional failure by the state to protect minors

CDF Kahariri reaffirms Kenya’s commitment to South Sudan peace mission

General Kahariri underscored Kenya’s dedication to the CTSAMVM mission and its broader objectives under the peace agreement

Ruto defends China ties amid US pressure over alleged shift in alliances

UK charity regulator dismisses bullying claims against Prince Harry

The regulator has now directed Sentebale to adopt a formal action plan aimed at strengthening its governance and leadership systems to avoid similar failures in the future

Lobby seeks independent body to regulate teachers

The group also expressed concern over increasing cases of people applying for teaching jobs using forged or unverifiable documents.

Chikungunya outbreak hits Southern China as cases surge past 7,000 in Guangdong

Foshan City, the epicenter of the outbreak, has been hardest hit

Nairobi court detains extradited Ugandan woman over alleged drug trafficking

On Tuesday a court approved an application filed by the DPP seeking custodial orders against the suspect under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act

Car dealers oppose KRA’s certificate of origin rule, term it costly and unnecessary

They want KRA to exempt them from the requirement, saying it only adds paperwork and costs without offering any extra value to the clearance process.

Ruto touts economic gains, vows closer ties with private sector

He said the country’s economy has shown strong signs of recovery and resilience, ranking sixth largest in Africa

Ruto orders structured integration of beach boys into Coastal tourism sector

95 percent of cancer patients receiving free care under SHA – PS Oluga

The SHA package includes a wide range of services for cancer patients, from screening and diagnosis to surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, imaging, laboratory tests, and palliative care

INFOGRAPHIC: Counties with highest legal fees spending

Nairobi County leads in legal fees, with Sh6.2 billion owed to just four advocates

IEBC opens voter accreditation for election observers

The Commission has also clarified that it does not offer payment for services rendered by accredited voter educators, election observers, or media personnel

Traffic disruptions expected in Nairobi ahead of Kenya vs Angola clash at Kasarani

Traffic Commandant Joseph Chirchir confirmed that several roads will be closed to allow for the safe and smooth movement of fans heading to Kasarani Stadium

Senators scrap clause exempting MCAs from NSSF Tier II remittances

The amended version of the Bill, which has since been sent to the National Assembly, now compels both the MCAs and their respective County Assembly Boards to remit the contributions to the NSSF.

Nairobi MCA pushes for street lighting to tame crime in dark alleys

Many streets, parks, social venues, and markets in Nairobi remain shrouded in darkness, creating ideal conditions for criminals to operate.

Emergency response underway after aircraft incident at Moi International Airport

KAA indicated that airport emergency services, alongside first responders, are actively managing the situation