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Kenya’s progress stalled by politics and legal hurdles, says Wetang’ula
Speaking at the 8th KEPSA-Speaker’s Roundtable in Mombasa on Friday, he warned that “one reckless tweet” and a culture of frequent court injunctions are stalling crucial national projects.
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Should you triple up on Arsenal defenders? The FPL talking point
The Gunners have strung together an extraordinary run of shutouts, matching a 122-year club record with eight consecutive clean sheets across all competitions.
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Ruto unveils Nyota Programme to empower youth across Kenya
Speaking at the Mumias Sports Complex on Friday, the President described the programme as a “transformational journey” aimed at ensuring that no young person is left behind in Kenya’s economic growth story.
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National Assembly clerk sounds alarm on fake bills
Clerk of the National Assembly, Samuel Njoroge revealed that soon after President William Ruto assented to new laws, fake versions containing misleading clauses began spreading online, creating confusion and panic among the public.
Business
Treasury moves to monitor and clean up parastatal loans amid defaults
The Treasury’s latest annual monetary report shows that the value of on-lent loans now stands at more than Sh1 trillion, made up of Sh874.91 billion in donor-funded financing and Sh322 billion from the national government. Many of these loans, the report notes, have been poorly utilised, with some projects stalling or failing to start.
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Tob Cohen murder: Sarah Wairimu charged with giving false information
In a statement by the ODPP,Wairimu denied the two charges read out to her while appearing before Principal Magistrate Zainab Abdul at the Kibera Law Courts.
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Hustler Fund borrowers warned against defaulting as NYOTA program kicks off
Addressing the crowd during the launch of the NYOTA Program at Mumias Sports Complex in Kakamega County on Friday, the President said borrowers who take small loans and fail to repay only harm their own financial growth.
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Kenya pushes renewed agenda for free trade as EAC fair opens
Kenya’s Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya said the forum will be used to push for the removal of persistent barriers that hinder regional business growth.
Business
Pension fund sells housing and land to restore compliance
The pension scheme’s members are mainly former staff of the defunct Kenya Posts & Telecommunications Corporation, Telkom Kenya, Postal Corporation of Kenya, and the Communications Commission of Kenya (now Communications Authority of Kenya). Most of the properties were transferred to the scheme over two decades ago during the restructuring of the postal and telecoms sector.
Business
Borrowers still paying high loan rates despite CBK cuts, says Agusto
CBK data shows that the gap between loan and deposit rates has widened sharply, reaching a nine-year high of over seven percentage points. This means banks are charging borrowers far more for credit while offering savers very little in return, despite a significant drop in the benchmark rate to 9.25 per cent.
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Senate resists court challenge to tech firms’ immunity law
The Business Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024, which is currently before the National Assembly, seeks to grant immunity to firms such as Meta and Google for alleged abuses in Kenya. Senators argue that the petition is speculative and comes before the law has even been debated.
Global Affairs
Peru-Mexico relations worsen as Sheinbaum is declared persona non grata
Mexico has defended its decision, arguing the asylum is consistent with international law and rejecting Peru’s claim that it constitutes an “unfriendly act.”
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IEBC faults politicians for spreading apathy through reckless remarks
Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said repeated claims by some leaders that election outcomes are predetermined have discouraged thousands of potential voters from registering. He said such remarks amount to a deliberate effort to erode faith in democratic institutions.
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Kawangware teacher jailed for 15 years for defiling 16-year-old boy
Fredrick Oundo was handed the sentence by Chief Magistrate Bernard Ochoi, who ruled that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) had proved the case beyond reasonable doubt.
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Kenya and Rwanda expand military partnership to include technology and innovation
During his visit, General Kahariri met Rwanda’s Defence Minister, Juvenal Marizamunda, and the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) Chief of Defence Staff, General Mubarakh Muganga, at RDF Headquarters. Their discussions focused on advancing joint initiatives in innovation, digital defence systems, and capacity building for military personnel.
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KPA, KRA announce 30-day storage fee waiver to boost Port of Mombasa efficiency
The two agencies, on Thursday, November 6, 2025, signed a joint communiqué at the KPA Headquarters in Mombasa, outlining immediate steps to improve efficiency, cut costs for traders, and strengthen coordination across Kenya’s main transport corridors.
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Ruto earns ODM praise over progress in 10-point Raila pact
ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga led the delegation in commending the President, noting that several issues identified during the March signing at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre had already been acted upon.
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ODM condemns rising violence in Kasipul ahead of by- election
The violent clash has left Kasipul residents anxious, with many calling for stronger security measures as campaigns enter their final phase.
Technology
Apple sees strong revenue but mixed reception for iPhone 17
Counterpoint Research reports that in the first ten days, the iPhone 17 series sold 14% more than the previous generation in the US and China, with the base iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro Max leading demand. The iPhone Air, described as the thinnest iPhone ever, has seen “muted customer interest,” according to UBS, which tracks retail wait times.
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Police service adds new recruitment centre in Nairobi, revises locations in Kajiado and Narok
In a statement signed by Inspector General Douglas Kanja Kirocho, the service said the updates are designed to make the process more accessible and fair, particularly for former members of the National Youth Service (NYS).
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Kenya cracks down on illegal job recruiters, deregisters 680 firms
The ministry’s Multi-Agency Labour Mobility Taskforce has so far received more than 100 reports from 15 counties, showing that job seekers lost at least Sh17.3 million to fake recruiters.
Global Affairs
Vietnam braces for floods as Typhoon Kalmaegi hits after killing 114 in Philippines
The government said more than 260,000 soldiers and 6,700 vehicles, including aircraft and specialized rescue equipment, are being used to help victims.Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr declared a state of emergency early Thursday, citing widespread loss of life, property destruction, and disruption to livelihoods.
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SUPKEM dismisses Senator Chute’s claims over Huruma mosque land
Senator Chute, while addressing the Senate, claimed that SUPKEM had invited wealthy foreign partners and was preparing to hand over the mosque land for housing construction. He accused the council of abandoning its religious responsibilities and being driven by political and financial motives.
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Cabinet under fire over plan to cut constituency road funds
The proposed reduction will see each of the 290 constituencies lose Sh10 million from the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) allocation, cutting the amount from Sh63 million to Sh53 million.The government has asked the National Assembly to approve a proposal to securitise an additional Sh5 per litre from the Roads Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF), which is expected to generate Sh120 billion in two years.
Business
Sh629 billion borrowed through fuliza as users hit 9.1 million
Introduced in 2019, Fuliza allows M-Pesa customers to complete transactions even when their wallet balance is insufficient, as long as they stay within a credit limit set based on their transaction history. The service operates in partnership with NCBA and KCB Bank, who underwrite the loans, ensuring that users can cover shortfalls when sending money, withdrawing cash at M-Pesa agents, paying bills, or buying airtime.
Health and Wellness
GMOs not harmful, says physician, but regulation is key
Katambo emphasized that some GMO foods are engineered to resist pesticides and disease, increase yield, and improve nutritional quality. However, he stressed the importance of proper regulation.
Global Affairs
Trump faces global backlash over climate denial at COP30
The two-week conference is expected to focus on climate financing and supporting vulnerable nations already facing the harshest effects of global warming. The urgency of the talks has been amplified by a string of extreme weather events, including Hurricane Melissa, which devastated parts of the Caribbean and killed more than 75 people.
Health and Wellness
Kenya urged to set own BMI standards to combat health risks
Dr. Daniel Katambo, consultant physician and CEO of Afyacode and Klinic Reversa, said during an interview on Radio Generation that relying on international benchmarks could lead to misdiagnosis and poor public health policies.
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Red Cross launches Sh2.4 billion appeal to ease Kenya’s worsening climate crisis
The appeal has been launched amid growing concern over the deteriorating situation in Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs), where millions continue to endure failed harvests, livestock deaths, flash floods and rising health risks. The Red Cross has urged partners and donors to move quickly to prevent the crisis from deepening.