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NCIC issues cessation notice after probe into Kaluma’s Homa Bay remarks
The investigation centred on statements Kaluma made on August 15, one day before the Linda Mwananchi gathering.
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Karua honours late father with tribute to his values, discipline and service
The People’s Liberation Party Leader said her father’s role as a teacher was reflected not only in his work but also in the way he raised his children and shaped their outlook on life.
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Abdulswamad waives Mombasa hospital fees for October in Raila tribute
The ODM Governor announced the measures on Friday, October 2, at Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa, where ODM supporters had gathered for activities marking the beginning of a month of remembrance for Raila.
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NTSA deploys crash team to Salama after 17 killed along Nairobi-Mombasa Highway
NTSA said its team would support the National Police Service in establishing what led to the accident, including examining the vehicles involved and checking compliance requirements.
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Kenya Power warns customers after X account is hacked
The affected account, @Kenyalower_Care, was accessed without authorisation, prompting Kenya Power to caution customers against responding to posts, direct messages or instructions issued through the account.
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Uhuru joins opposition leaders at Martha Karua’s father’s funeral
Karua previously said she and her siblings spent time with their father on the day he died and sang his favourite gospel hymn before she travelled back to Nairobi. She later received news of his death.
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Ardhisasa to go offline for 11 hours in planned system maintenance
In a notice issued on Friday, October 3, the ministry said the maintenance will run from 12pm to 11pm, during which Ardhisasa services will not be available to the public.
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Gachagua says US tour has proved critics wrong after impeachment
Addressing Kenyans living in Massachusetts on October 2, 2026, the DCP leader revisited the events surrounding his removal from office and the expectations that his political career would soon be over.
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Ruto mourns 17 Mombasa pilgrims killed in Salama crash
The pilgrims were travelling to the National Shrine in Subukia, Nakuru County, to take part in the National Prayer Day when the accident occurred.
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Wetang’ula Pushes for stronger EALA role in East Africa integration
The National Assembly Speaker said EALA should continue to draw its members from the sovereign parliaments of EAC partner states, warning against any move that could weaken the regional assembly or reduce its role.
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World’s Most Visited Museums in 2025
According to annual attendance data from The Art Newspaper, global museum visits surpassed 200 million
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Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with crash axe, UAE says
The UAE prosecutor general said authorities were investigating the incident to establish exactly what happened and determine the motive behind the attack.
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Senators demand urgent action as 2027 election violence fears grow
The lawmakers also raised concerns over violence at political rallies, alleged use of goons, voter registration and what they described as selective application of laws by institutions responsible for protecting national peace.
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Turkey referee boss in court as football graft probe deepens
Gundogdu was detained on Tuesday together with the other suspects and appeared before a judge at Istanbul’s Caglayan courthouse on Friday.
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Duale unveils fresh Kenya-Türkiye plans for hospitals and specialist care
The plans were highlighted by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale following talks with outgoing Turkish Ambassador to Kenya Subutay Yüksel, who paid a farewell courtesy call as he completed his diplomatic assignment.
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Muhoozi names Wetang’ula his ‘Mutume’ as he backs Ruto for 2027
The statement places the Ugandan Chief of Defence Forces directly in Kenya’s growing political conversation as parties and leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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El Niño rains to spread across Kenya from next week, Met says
The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority acting head Edward Muriuki said rainfall had already reached 24 counties, with the Coast, western Kenya and the Rift Valley among the areas that have recorded the start of the season.
Global Affairs
Six-way contest takes shape to replace WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus
Tedros has been a highly visible and sometimes polarising leader during his tenure. The person chosen in May 2027 will inherit both his record and the unresolved challenges that remain on the WHO's agenda.
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Riara University probes students linked to viral bathroom assault video
Riara University probes students linked to viral bathroom assault video.
Africa
Chivayo, wife’s bodies will not be viewed before burial, family says
Family spokesperson Herbert Chivayo said the condition of the bodies led the family to abandon plans for a body-viewing ceremony.
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Salama horror crash: Several feared dead after lorry hits vehicles
The road crash happened shortly after midnight on Saturday, October 3, along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway after a lorry reportedly lost control following brake failure and crashed into several vehicles.
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MPs divided over 1,000-voter limit as election law changes face scrutiny
The disagreement emerged during debate on the Elections (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill (Senate Bill No. 29 of 2024), a consensus Bill arising from the National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) process.
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Pregnant woman’s body found by roadside as Kirinyaga residents demand answers
The Inspector General of the National Police Service has been briefed on the case and directed the Director of Criminal Investigations to move with speed in establishing what happened.
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Kenya’s child trafficking crisis spreads from villages to social media, study finds
The National Crime Research Center study shows that child trafficking has taken different forms, ranging from sexual exploitation and forced labour to illegal adoption, begging and involvement in criminal activities.
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Mudavadi calls for unified African agenda as leaders gather in Egypt
The Prime Cabinet Secretary also highlighted Africa’s mineral resources, saying the continent would explore ways of deriving greater economic value from its mineral wealth.
Sports
KCB Lions and KCB KOBS set for cross-border rugby showdown
The fixture is the first leg of the inaugural KCB Rugby Series, a two-leg showdown between two of the region's most established clubs.
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Naomi Korir: How fistula almost changed the course of her running career
The 28-year-old finished fifth in the mile final in Glasgow in August, marking the biggest moment yet in a career that began under circumstances that could easily have kept her away from athletics.
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Jambojet reopens Nairobi-Entebbe route with Sh22,950 fares
Jambojet initially launched flights between Nairobi and Entebbe in 2018 and operated the route for almost two years.
Global Affairs
Global fuel crisis deepens as G7 agrees to release 100m barrels
The agreement was reached during a meeting chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron, with the G7 saying members and partner countries would prioritise diesel supplies in the early stages of the plan.
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High Court quashes JSC notices seeking removal of seven Supreme Court judges
A three-judge bench comprising Justices Charles Kariuki, Lawrence Mugambi and Bahati Mwamuye ruled that the JSC did not carry out the required initial assessment before issuing notices to the judges.