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Taxi driver seeks justice after violent Kilimani incident
Taxi driver Nelson Nyakoe recounts an alleged assault outside Black Samurai Lounge in Kilimani, Nairobi, as viral video outrage prompts
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Education and Career
Learners face unequal opportunities as school distribution widens
Kenya has 204 national schools (Cluster One), 692 extra-county schools (Cluster Two), 1,373 county schools (Cluster Three), and 7,234 sub-county schools (Cluster Four), the largest and lowest-ranked group.
Global Affairs
Two Moscow police officers killed in street explosion
According to Russia’s Investigative Committee, the two traffic officers had noticed the suspect and moved to detain him when an explosive device detonated. The officers succumbed to their injuries on the scene, along with another person who was nearby at the time.
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UDA fixes January 10 for party nominations ahead of by-elections
In an official notice signed on December 23, 2025, NEB Chairman Anthony Mwaura stated that the nominations will cover Isiolo South’s parliamentary seat, two county assembly wards in Embu County, and one in Kakamega County.
Sports
Mahrez calls on Algeria to rewrite AFCON story
Ranked fourth in Africa by FIFA, Algeria aims to live up to expectations and build momentum for the World Cup in North America, where they will appear for the first time since 2014. Mahrez, who turns 35 in February and now plays for Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia, could be approaching his final international tournaments.
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Ikolomani gold refinery promises jobs and economic growth
The Lidambitsa refinery, a key project of the Ministry of Mining, is strategically positioned to benefit from the nearby Isulu–Bushingala belt, expected to supply consistent, high-quality ore.
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Eight dead, seven injured in fatal Mukhonje road collision
Eyewitnesses said the matatu, heading from Eldoret, collided with the back of a truck that had been parked on the road. The driver of the matatu reportedly attempted to overtake other vehicles when the crash happened.
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Ruto’s Christmas message: Nawapenda wote and stay safe
In a statement on Wednesday, Ruto reflected on the year gone by and thanked citizens for their resilience through 2025. “Wakenya, 2025, we clocked it. I wish you a Merry Christmas, a great and blessed 2026," he said.
Global Affairs
Ukraine withdraws from Siversk as Russia advances in Donetsk
Russia now controls around 75% of Donetsk and nearly all of neighboring Luhansk, regions collectively known as Donbas. Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned repeatedly that Ukrainian troops must withdraw from all of Donbas, rejecting compromise in any potential peace deal.
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Four Maraga campaign staff injured in road collision
According to Maraga, the crash happened after a lorry lost control, veered off its lane, and struck the vehicle carrying his campaign staff. He said he is closely following the situation.
Global Affairs
Supreme Court blocks Trump’s national guard deployment to Chicago
The National Guard is primarily composed of state-controlled troops that respond to major emergencies such as natural disasters, civil unrest, or large-scale protests.
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ODM to map out 2027 election strategy by mid-2026, says Oburu Odinga
Oburu also called on supporters to back ODM leaders serving in government, noting that such support would boost the party’s bargaining power. Reaffirming his commitment to lead the party after Raila Odinga’s death, he said, “That responsibility has not defeated me. I am holding that mantle firmly,” and urged members to maintain unity and focus.
Global Affairs
Russell Brand faces two more sexual offence charges
The 50-year-old actor, comedian, and broadcaster had already pleaded not guilty to five offences involving four women. These earlier charges include two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, and one of indecent assault.
Education and Career
Grade 10 review flooded with 100,000 requests in first 24 hours
A total of 1,130,459 learners sat the Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), including 578,630 boys, representing 51.19 per cent, and 551,829 girls, making up 48.81 per cent. Learners who recorded an “Approaching Expectation” outcome are scheduled to report to senior school in Grade 10 on January 12, 2026, where they will pursue studies in STEM, Social Sciences, or Arts and Sports
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Five guns recovered amid renewed crackdown in Trans Mara
Murkomen warned that individuals involved in the sale or movement of illegal firearms and ammunition would face “decisive action,” saying such activities continue to fuel insecurity.
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Motorists group demands arrests after dangerous highway stunt
The drivers’ lobby group said the behaviour captured in the clip reflected a worrying culture of impatience and carelessness on Kenyan roads, warning that such actions endangered not only the motorists involved but also innocent road users.
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Fresh vetting ordered for county rangers as Government tightens security
The Interior CS revealed that he had met National Government Administrative Officers and security officials in Siteti, Trans Mara South Sub-County, to align security operations and ensure displaced families are able to return to their homes as soon as possible.
Global Affairs
Gunmen seize 28 travellers heading to Islamic event in Plateau state
A journalist based in Plateau state said families of those taken hostage have already started receiving ransom demands from the kidnappers. The identities of the gunmen remain unclear, and security agencies have not yet issued an official statement on the incident.
Health and Wellness
Over 10 practitioners face action as Ministry tightens medicine regulations
Inspections remain a key enforcement tool. The ministry is conducting comprehensive checks on all licensed wholesalers in Nairobi, while routine inspections of pharmacies and distributors continue nationwide.
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Legal challenge seeks to suspend IEBC elections over boundary review
Court papers urge that a temporary order be issued stopping the Commission from conducting any elections or referenda without first reviewing the number, names, and boundaries of electoral units.
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CS Chirchir warns Kenyans to stay safe on roads this festive season
CS Chirchir also encouraged the public to report any road hazards to the National Police Service and the National Transport and Safety Authority.
Health and Wellness
SHA confirms verified claims will be paid to healthcare providers
The move is designed to help healthcare providers maintain uninterrupted services as the festive season approaches. It is part of SHA’s ongoing efforts to improve claim accuracy and streamline facility contract management under the Social Health Insurance system.
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KeNHA opens tender to upgrade Kyuso–Tseikuru road amid political row
KeNHA’s notice, issued on Tuesday, December 23, calls for bids to rehabilitate the road to durable bitumen standards. A mandatory pre-tender site visit is scheduled for January 15, 2026, at 10 am at Kandwia Shopping Centre, with tender submissions closing on February 5, 2026, at 11 am at the KeNHA Headquarters in Nairobi.
Education and Career
KICD clears senior school books for Grade 10 learners
The approval notice, released on Tuesday, December 23, confirms curriculum support materials that meet required standards for senior school learners. It also outlines how learning at this level will be organised, with Grade 10 learners expected to undertake seven learning areas that combine compulsory subjects with selected options.
Global Affairs
Trump confirms US will keep or sell oil seized from Venezuela
The US government has accused Venezuela of using oil profits to finance drug-related crime, while Caracas has condemned the seizures as "piracy." So far this month, the US military has captured two oil tankers, including one over the weekend, and is pursuing a third vessel described as part of a Venezuelan "dark fleet" that evades US sanctions.
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Kenyans invited to share views on IVF, Surrogacy Bill
Sponsored by Suba North MP and Minority Whip Millie Odhiambo, the Bill was read for the first time in the Senate on Thursday, December 4, 2025, before being referred to the Senate Committee on Health for further scrutiny.
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ODM leads Kenyan political popularity rankings, TIFA survey finds
The survey details show ODM’s support rising from 13 percent in September to 20 percent in November, while UDA’s popularity has remained steady at 16 percent. Jubilee’s backing grew from 3 percent to 11 percent, but DCP saw a drop from 9 percent to 6 percent.
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TIFA poll shows Kenyans cautiously embrace Ruto-Raila arrangement
The TIFA Research survey, conducted in mid-November 2025, indicates that support for the partnership between President William Ruto and the late Odinga has risen from 22 per cent in May to 44 per cent in November.
Crime
Police nab alleged mastermind behind Nairobi fake money syndicate
During a search of the car, detectives discovered a locked metallic blue box hidden in the boot. Nyegesa refused to open it, prompting officers to escort him to the police station for further examination.
Business
Kenya’s public assets total Sh4.965 trillion, land leads in value
State Corporations reported assets worth Sh4.945 trillion, representing almost all of the total, while State Departments recorded Sh15.884 billion and Constitutional Commissions Sh3.811 billion. The figures do not include national security bodies, such as the Kenya Defence Forces, National Intelligence Service, National Police Service, and National Prisons Service.