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Teachers secure major pledges from Ruto in State House meeting

The President confirmed that the government would respect all existing agreements and said room remained for adjustments.

US-China trade talks set for day two as TikTok deadline looms

The negotiations, led by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, are the latest attempt to end a trade war between the world's two biggest economies.

Junior schools hit by shortage of 72,000 teachers, TSC tells Senate

Since the 2022/2023 financial year, the state has employed over 56,000 teachers on permanent and pensionable terms and 20,000 on internship.

KANU Secretary General speaks out after release in Kyallo Mbobu murder probe

Wainaina described the experience of being arrested as distressing but said it could not compare to the grief faced by Mbobu’s family and colleagues.

School capitation hampering Kenya’s education sector progress- Stakeholders

Kitutu Masaba MP Clive Ombane Gisairo criticized the government’s handling of school capitation, noting that the funds disbursed fall short of what is publicly stated.

Final stage of Vuelta abandoned because of protests

Protesters knocked down barriers and occupied the road at several points on the course including Gran Via, where cyclists were due to pass multiple times.

Private universities dominate in attracting foreign students to Kenya

The University Statistics 2024/2025 Report by the Commission for University Education shows that a total of 14,879 international students are studying in Kenya, representing 2.4 per cent of the overall university population of 628,541.

Trump concerned South Korean arrests could 'frighten' investors

In a post on his Truth Social platform, the 79-year-old Republican wrote: "I don't want to frighten off or disincentivize investment."

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Kenya’s passport drops to 70th in 2025 Henley ranking

Despite the fall, Kenya still holds the strongest passport in East Africa, ranking alongside The Gambia and neighbouring Tanzania.

EPRA cuts fuel prices in September review

This means that in Nairobi, motorists will now pay Sh184.52 for a litre of Super Petrol, Sh171.47 for Diesel, and Sh154.78 for Kerosene.

Romania becomes second Nato country to report Russian drone in its airspace

Romanian fighter jets were in the air monitoring a Russian attack in Ukraine on Saturday and were able to track the drone near Ukraine's southern border, the defence ministry said in a statement.

President Ruto makes five key parastatal appointments

In the September 12 issue of the Kenya Gazette, President Ruto appointed Paul Mbatha as the non-executive Chairperson of the Board of the President’s Award for a period of three years, effective September 12, 2025.

Murkomen extends security disturbance declaration in Marsabit

In a gazette notice issued under Section 106(6) of the National Police Service Act, 2011, Murkomen, in consultation with the National Security Council, extended the declaration first made on August 13, 2025, by 30 more days.

Authorities step up crackdown on illicit alcohol and drugs in Uasin Gishu

Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Eddyson Nyale said that unscrupulous dealers are increasingly targeting students in universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.

Secretary Rubio visits Israel in aftermath of Qatar strike

The trip is taking place after President Donald Trump rebuked Israel over the unprecedented attack against Hamas leaders meeting in Doha on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

Ruto reaffirms commitment to build State House church

Speaking during a Sunday service at the State House Chapel, the President emphasised his commitment to improving worship facilities for those within the State House compound.

Didn't wish for this job! Nepal's interim PM to hand over power within six months

Karki and her cabinet will face multiple challenges, including restoring law and order, rebuilding parliament and the other key buildings that were attacked, in addition to reassuring the Gen Z protesters who want change.

KMPDU lauds Diana Marion’s appointment to SHA leadership

In a statement issued on Saturday, September 13, 2025, KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah described the appointment as a “deliberate and timely step” toward strengthening Kenya’s health system.

Workers taken to hospital after FBI uses furnace to burn seized meth

Staff and some 75 cats and dogs were evacuated from the Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter in Billings, Montana, when the building filled with smoke on September 10, 2025.

KDF divers recover drowning victim at Chepkorio Dam

The recovery, carried out on September 13, 2025, ended a six-day search operation after numerous failed attempts by other agencies and local divers to retrieve the body.

New Nepal PM vows to follow protesters' demands to 'end corruption'

Sushila Karki, the 73-year-old former chief justice, has been tasked with restoring order and addressing protesters' demands for a corruption-free future ahead of elections in six months.

Governor Nassir vows to deliver 30,000 title deeds to landless residents

Speaking at a county event on Sunday, September 13, 2025, Nassir acknowledged the challenges and frustrations faced by landless citizens in Mombasa.

Bar explosion injures 21 people in Madrid

Madrid emergency services shared images on X showing the bar’s partially collapsed ceiling and bricks scattered across the floor.

Seven suspected ‘Jeshi Jinga’ gang members arrested in Mumias East

Among the arrested suspects is a 17-year-old boy who, according to police is a student recently suspended from school over an indiscipline case.

Kane hits brace as Bayern thump Hamburg again

Kane brought his Bayern tally to 93 goals in 101 games while Serge Gnabry, Luis Diaz and Aleksandar Pavlovic also scored.

At least 380 fired as Siaya County Gov't cracks down on employment fraud

Most of the fired staff were left dumbfounded, while others collapsed at the Siaya County headquarters on learning that they had been duped into believing they were employees of the county government.

At least 193 people killed after separate boating accidents in DRC

The accidents occurred on Wednesday and Thursday at locations in the northwestern Equateur province, around 150 kilometers (93 miles) from each other.

Two illegal firearms surrendered in Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet

According to the National Police Service (NPS), one of the firearms was fitted with a retractable butt and loaded with 12 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, while the other had a wooden butt with an empty magazine.

Charlie Kirk memorial service to take place in Arizona stadium

Turning Point USA, the organisation Kirk co-founded, made the announcement on social media, inviting the public to celebrate his "remarkable life and enduring legacy".