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Miano: Kenya’s tourism on upward trend, targets 5.5 million tourists by 2027

Miano said that domestic tourism also grew by 12%, recording about 5.1 million bed nights, excluding unlicensed establishments such as Airbnbs.

Ekitike apologizes to Liverpool fans for 'stupid' red card

A shame-faced Ekitike, who signed for the club in July for £69 million, said he had got carried away. "I was so excited tonight to help the team achieve another victory here in our home for my first Carabao Cup (League Cup) match," he posted on Instagram.

MPs push for complete phase-out of hazardous asbestos roofing

To address the issue, the committee recommended that within six months, NEMA should identify asbestos-roofed buildings in the remaining 28 counties and develop a national disposal plan based on the 2011 asbestos management guidelines.

Fifteen illegal firearms voluntarily surrendered in Kerio Valley

Senate questions land commission over years-long pending land cases

The meeting revealed that some petitions filed as far back as 2021 remain unresolved. Among these are disputes over illegal land alienation in Kiambu, contested ownership in Olderkesi, Narok West, and claims in Mombasa.

Ruto invites ENDA to set up production in Kenya

The Head of State met ENDA’s Executive Chairman, Nana Baffour, on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 23, 2025, where he extended the invitation.

Most Kenyans to vote in 2027 despite lack of confidence in IEBC- Survey

The survey indicates that at least 70 per cent of Kenyans who have little to no confidence in the IEBC will also participate in the general elections.

CAF CL: Mogadishu City Club demands action over flag trampling incident

In an incident caught on camera and shared virally across several social media platforms, two young men, are seen stepping on and kicking a Kenyan flag, while another is seen to then pick the same flag and use it to rub himself in a derogatory manner, while holding a fan engagement during the match at the Nyayo National Stadium, 20 September 2025.

UDA maintains lead as Kenya’s most popular party, TIFA survey shows

The poll further indicates that the Azimio Coalition enjoys 5 per cent support, followed closely by Wiper Democratic Movement at 4 per cent.

Cycling: Rwanda Road World championships, golden opportunity for African competitors

A record-breaking 36 African countries were represented in Rwanda, with a third of the more than 700 riders competing coming from the continent.

Rugby: Kenya Harlequin in limbo with over 30 players threatening to quit club

DStv loses over one million subscribers as price hikes drive exodus

Data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) shows the pay-TV provider had only 188,824 active users by June 30, 2025, a steep fall from 1.19 million in the same period last year.

Political parties flagged over misuse of Sh601 million from State fund

Among the worst performers was the Kenya African National Union (Kanu), which recorded the highest unsupported balances at Sh212,743,031. This comprised trade payables of Sh37,352,734 and borrowings or loans worth Sh175,390,297, none of which were backed by documentation.

Tobacco law must address illicit trade and youth protection

BAHLITA also raised concern about past government efforts to shift farmers from tobacco cultivation, questioning their effectiveness.

Nearly 100 buffaloes die in Namibia stampede

Past incidents have claimed hundreds of buffaloes, including a notable case in 2018 when around 400 buffaloes drowned after running into the river, which cuts through Botswana's Chobe National Park, a hotspot for elephants, buffaloes, and giraffes.

State sets October deadline to resolve Sh204m KCC workers’ claims

A multi-agency team bringing together the Office of the Attorney General, the ministries of Cooperatives, Labour, Agriculture, and the National Treasury has been formed to verify the claims.

Carabao Cup Tuesday round up: Liverpool, Chelsea progress

There will be four matches played Wednesday evening, with Manchester City travelling to Huddersfield, Newcastle United hosting Bradford City, Tottenham welcoming Doncaster with Arsenal travelling to Port Vale.

Harry Kane 'welcome back' at Tottenham any day, coach Frank says

He joined Bayern in 2023 and already has 98 goals in 103 games for the Bundesliga champions.

Gaza medics face unrelenting crisis as Israeli forces close in

Outside the hospital, Israeli tanks are advancing, closing in on central Gaza. Footage on social media showed tanks less than 500 metres from al-Shifa and troops just 700 metres from the city centre.

Ogamba: Teachers shun hardship postings despite massive recruitment

Ogamba noted that despite the government hiring 76,000 teachers in recent years and planning to employ another 24,000 by December 2025, the problem of staffing schools in remote and insecure areas continues.

Moto GP: Six years and a broken arm later, Marc Marquez finally closes in on World Championship

Marc Marquez can clinch his seventh MotoGP world championship in Japan at the weekend to underline a season of dominance and match the record of motorcycle great Valentino Rossi.

Busia land registrar arrested by EACC over alleged Sh10,000 bribe

According to the anti-graft agency, the registrar had withheld the document until the complainant paid what he called “release fees.”

Ten contenders vie for NLC Chair as 51 eye member positions

The Selection Panel emphasized that the shortlist was the result of a careful review of applications submitted following a public call issued on August 27, 2025.

UNGA: Trump slams Europe, UN, and global institutions

For almost an hour, Trump praised the United States, himself, and his achievements, claiming that the nation was enjoying a golden age and repeating his disputed assertion that he had personally ended seven wars, a feat he said warranted a Nobel Peace Prize.

KETCA calls for strong measures against youth targeting in tobacco industry

Communications Lead at KETCA Lubanga warned that the tobacco industry is increasingly targeting youth through product design and flavours, making consumption easy and appealing even in public spaces.

Tokyo 2025: Warm welcome back home for victorious Kenyan team

Draped in tinsel, traditional wreaths on their foreheads, the athletes were carried through a large crowd of fans, officials, and their families after emerging from the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.

Nairobi to host Global Ocean Conference as Africa steps into leadership

Since its launch in 2014, the Our Ocean Conference has grown into a major forum for governments, civil society, and private sector leaders to commit to practical measures for safeguarding marine resources.

Kenya reports 255 deaths in rising human-wildlife conflict crisis

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Director-General Erastus Kanga said over 26,000 incidents had been reported, showing the heavy toll on both people and animals.

Baseball5 youth World Cup: Kenya makes first appearance at tournament

Kenya, Puerto Rico and Spain, along with Syria, will be making their international Baseball5 World Cup debuts while Lithuania and Venezuela are participating in the WBSC Youth Baseball5 World Cup for the first time having played in both editions of the "open" World Cup.

US TV stations refuse to air Jimmy Kimmel despite ABC lifting suspension

Nexstar and Sinclair, which operate numerous ABC-affiliated stations, confirmed they would continue replacing the show with regular programming on Tuesday.