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Over 1,000 Indonesian children fall ill from free school lunches

Health officials said the latest cases were reported in West Java’s Cipongkor, where 1,258 children fell sick between Monday and Wednesday.

Kenya to remain in Haiti until way forward is clear – Ruto

The President acknowledged that Kenya’s goal is still to return its personnel home, but said pulling out without a plan would undo progress. He warned of a gap that remains in Haiti’s security system, especially if the mission ends without putting a new framework in place.

Kenya qualifies for Baseball5 Youth World Cup quarterfinals in Mexico

The eight quarterfinalists - Cuba, Kenya, Japan, Lithuania,, Mexico, Chinese Taipei, Türkiye, Venezuela - are the only teams remaining with a chance to advance to the semifinals, followed by the medal games. The remaining six teams will participate in the loser bracket.

Senators press for reopening of HELB portal to allow more students to apply

The debate follows a government directive that had earlier extended the application deadline for first-year university and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) learners to September 14, 2025.

French navy intercepts nearly 10 tonnes of cocaine off West Africa

Operation Corymbe, which has been active since 1990, was established to secure the Gulf of Guinea, a region long plagued by piracy and increasingly used as a route for international drug trafficking.

Ivorian fugitive extradited to US for arms smuggling

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) confirmed that Bile Jean Philippe Assemian was successfully repatriated to the U.S. on September 25, 2025, following formal extradition proceedings in Nairobi.

Kenyan pathologist Ahmed Kalebi named among world’s top 50 innovators

Dr Kalebi, who is the Principal Pathologist and Executive Chairman of Dr Kalebi Labs (DKL) Ltd, said the award crowns nearly two decades of groundbreaking work in the field.

71 Chiefs in Garissa yet to receive training, says CS Murkomen

Speaking during a Jukwaa la Usalama security forum meeting in Garissa on Thursday, September 25, 2025, the CS stressed the need to equip local administrators with skills to handle emerging challenges in governance and security.

UHC nurses’ salaries to match permanent staff, court rules

The ruling follows President William Ruto’s announcement that UHC nurses would begin permanent employment this month.

Sergio Busquets announces retirement from professional footbal

The 37-year-old midfielder, currently playing with Inter Miami, revealed his decision in an emotional video posted on his Instagram page, where he thanked fans, teammates and coaches for supporting his remarkable career.

Trump vows to block Netanyahu from annexing West Bank

Calls for annexation have intensified within Netanyahu’s coalition, with far-right allies urging Israel to take full control of the West Bank to prevent growing international recognition of a Palestinian state.

Kenya’s public hospitals face critical gaps in staff, beds and equipment

Level 4 hospitals, which require 101 health workers each, reported a combined shortfall of 12,089 staff across 176 facilities. Level 5 hospitals also faced deficits, with 10 hospitals falling short of 1,207 staffers against a requirement of 3,230.

China targets despairing voices in cyberspace crackdown

Authorities are focusing on online narratives such as “studying is useless” and “hard work is useless,” along with content that promotes “world-weariness.”

Understanding Dementia: Why patients die from complications, not the disease itself

Dementia is an umbrella term for conditions that affect memory, behavior, and daily activities, including basic functions like breathing or feeding oneself.

Six-year-old rescued in Kibra after dramatic kidnapping search

The DCI also called on the public to provide information anonymously to help capture the fugitive.

High Court freezes Sh15bn rice import tender after AFA cancels bids

The orders suspended AFA’s decision of September 10, 2025, which purported to cancel allocations made by KNTC in its July 29 letter, as well as a September 9 award to the 17 firms.

Trump unveils new tariffs on drugs, trucks, and cabinets to shield US manufacturers

Under the new measures, imported branded drugs will face a 100% tariff unless the producing company is building a manufacturing facility in the United States.

Treasury cuts leave IEBC with Sh7.6 billion deficit ahead of 2027 polls

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon told MPs that the commission will roll out a continuous voter registration exercise beginning September 29. However, he noted that areas with pending by-elections will only access the service once the polls are concluded.

Stockholm marathon winner Shewarge Alene dies at 30

Alene was reported to have fallen ill while preparing in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital.

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Fate of 27 constituencies hangs as IEBC shelves review before elections

The law requires the review to be undertaken at least once every eight years and not later than the twelfth year. The deadline passed in March 2024, leaving the commission out of time.

Nearly half of Kenyan women opt out of having more children, health report shows

According to the findings, 63 per cent of women currently use a family planning method, with 57 per cent relying on modern options.

Two Mogadishu City Club fans arrested for desecrating Kenyan flag at Nyayo Stadium

The two were filmed on September 20, 2025, mishandling and mocking the Kenyan flag during the match between Kenya Police FC and Mogadishu City FC, which ended 3–1 in favour of the hosts.

No deal: KAA–airport workers talks hit deadlock

The talks followed a seven-day industrial action notice issued by the union, demanding urgent action on workers’ grievances.

Fire near KPC headquarters in Nairobi contained

According to KPC, the fire broke out at 12:40 pm from a manhole at the entrance of the station along Nanyuki Road, raising concerns due to its proximity to the company’s fuel storage facilities.

World Contraception Day: Kenya sets new family planning goals

Calls for fresh zoning rules as Kenya’s farming land declines

In a statement on July 24, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe revealed that priority will be given to farmers growing fodder and sunflower, crops considered vital to reducing feed costs and strengthening the dairy sector.

State condemns death of domestic worker Zeituni Kavayo, promises justice

According to the Ministry, Kavayo’s sudden death reportedly resulted from harassment and abuse by her employer while on duty.

Police challenge court order on firearms register in Rex Maasai inquest

According to court filings, Police Corporal Fredrick Okapesi, the armourer at Central Police Station, said the registers had been in the custody of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) since the inquest began, following an earlier court order.

Majority of Kenyans believe country headed the wrong direction – Poll

Infotrak noted that Kenyans cited the high cost of living (66%), unemployment (30%), and poor governance/SHIF issues (30% combined) as the main reasons for their pessimism.