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US cancels 6,000 student visas in immigration crackdown

According to the US State Department, the majority of those affected had been involved in crimes such as assault, burglary and driving under the influence

Junior School teachers push for full autonomy from primary level

The teachers are demanding that junior schools be recognised as a distinct tier, separate from both primary and senior schools

KRA nets Sh171.5bn in July despite protest turmoil

Receipts grew by 7.5 percent to Sh171.5 billion, compared to Sh159.5 billion a year earlier when growth stood at only 2.8 percent.

Ukrainian Analyst: Ceasefire needed before Ukraine-Russia peace talks

Speaking to Radio Generation on Tuesday, Zalmayev said the discussions exposed the dangers of overlooking the Kremlin’s intentions and bypassing a ceasefire.

Court orders Safaricom, Airtel to release Skiza Tune royalties

The court lifted interim orders that had frozen payments since May, allowing artistes to now access the money collected from subscribers during that period

Ketamine Queen to plead guilty in Matthew Perry overdose case

Jasveen Sangha, 42, will admit to five federal charges in Los Angeles, including one count of distributing ketamine that resulted in Perry's death

Online attacks targeting Judiciary a threat to democracy, CJ warns

Koome said that while social media has become a critical space for dialogue and the exchange of information, it is increasingly being misused to malign and discredit judicial officers

M23 rebels halt peace talks with DR Congo over ceasefire row

The rebels said they would only return to the table if the government respected the terms of the agreement

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Ukraine peace talks in Washington end without clear commitments

The talks drew several European leaders to Washington, just days after Trump’s summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska failed to deliver a ceasefire

Duale appoints Dr Richard Lesiyampe as acting KNH CEO

Health CS Aden Duale said Lesiyampe brings vast experience to strengthen KNH's governance

Senate sets August 20 sitting to hear charges against Governor Mutai

In a notice issued on August 18, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed that the sitting will take place at the Senate Chamber in Nairobi from 2:30 pm.

Conjoined twin girls undergo life-saving surgery at KNH

The babies, who were delivered via caesarean section with a combined weight of 3.6 kilogrammes, were transferred to KNH’s Paediatric Intensive Care Unit in the early hours of August 14.

KEWOPA condemns use of school uniforms in adult entertainment venues

The women MPs criticized the practice for undermining the symbolic value of school uniforms, which represent innocence, discipline, and learning

Kenyan delegation in Washington to secure trade gains

The officials will hold a series of meetings with U.S. government representatives, business leaders, and the private sector to explore long-term opportunities for Kenyan exports and foreign investment.

Take charge of governors' oversight, Raila tells MCAs

Raila recognizes Ruto, Uhuru as ODM founders ahead of party’s 20th anniversary

Raila reminded lawmakers that ODM was born from the country’s push for a new constitution in the mid-2000s, a period that redefined Kenya’s politics

Kenya Kwanza, ODM lawmakers pledge bipartisan cooperation for national unity

In a joint statement, the two parties said they will set aside differences and work together for Kenya’s progress

Ruto departs for TICAD 9 forum in Japan

The visit is expected to consolidate bilateral ties by expanding opportunities in trade, investment, and development cooperation

Supreme court clears more cases than it receives as Koome warns of cyber threats

CJ Koome described the achievement as proof that reforms under the Judiciary’s Social Transformation through Access to Justice (STAJ) blueprint are paying off

Somali forces kill senior Al-Shabaab commander in Bakool region

The Ministry described the strike as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle Al-Shabaab’s leadership and weaken the militant group’s operational capacity

Five witnesses to testify in assault case against comedian’s attacker

The witnesses lined up by the DPP are expected to provide testimony that will shed light on the events of the day, including the alleged theft and assault

CS Duale seals landmark deal with insurers to boost healthcare access

Duale told reporters that the discussions produced “groundbreaking resolutions” that align private sector coverage with government health reforms

Murkomen vows crackdown on officers colluding with illegal alcohol networks

Murkomen said some officers who have been stationed in one area for extended periods have grown too familiar with their surroundings, making them vulnerable to compromise

Digital app to track public servants’ productivity to roll out by October

According to CS Ruku, the system will track attendance, arrival and departure times, leave records, and other performance indicators in real time

Senator Omtatah slams Busia County over delayed salaries

Omtatah said it was unacceptable that thousands of staff, including health workers, teachers, and administrators, were still waiting to be paid weeks into the new month.

Kenyans' discontent due to my tough reform drive- Ruto

Ruto defended his government’s decisions, saying the changes, though unpopular, are necessary to transform the country

Australian airline Qantas fined over illegal covid-era layoffs

Justice Michael Lee said the penalty was intended to serve as a “real deterrence” to other firms that might be tempted by the financial gains of breaching employment law

FKF boss urges corporates to back Harambee Stars' dream

Machakos County ready to talk with nurses to end strike

Nurses in the county walked off the job last week after disputes with the county government turned into full-blown industrial action