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President Ruto picks Erastus Ethekon as new IEBC chair
The President also unveiled six other nominees to serve as commissioners at the IEBC.
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Brazil named country of honor at Cannes market
The announcement sets the stage for a robust Brazilian presence at the international film market.
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Pacino, Holmes to star in Getty Kidnap thriller
The film revisits the infamous 1973 kidnapping of John Paul Getty III — heir to the Getty oil fortune.
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Government pays Sh2.8 billion for wildlife attacks
This marks a significant step in addressing the increasing number of cases involving damage from wildlife.
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Grief in Mandera as interclan violence claims six lives in Banissa
The attack near the Kenya-Ethiopia border has left six people dead and four others injured.
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CS Murkomen brushes off criticism over performance
Murkomen argued that many of the grievances are either overstated or fueled by political agendas.
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Kenyan named Ford Foundation's Regional Director
Mliwa brings over two decades of expertise in social justice.
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Miss South Africa withdraws from Miss Supranational 2025
South Africa has historically maintained a strong presence at Miss Supranational.
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Explainer: How Kenya’s new disability law will transform lives
The Persons with Disabilities Act, 2023, replaces the 21-year-old law that many disability rights groups have long criticised for being outdated.
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Former 'Britain’s Got Talent' finalist acquitted of rape
He was found not guilty of raping and assaulting two women.
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MPs demand 24-hour CCTV coverage in Nairobi to curb crime
The MPs stressed that restoring the functionality of these cameras is crucial to improving public safety.
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Budget clash as Treasury slashes Parliament's Sh7 billion boost
Lawmakers had amended the 2025/26 Budget Policy Statement to raise Parliament’s allocation from Sh42.4 billion to Sh49.4 billion.
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Slain Kasipul MP Were's body arrives in Homa Bay
The legislator’s body was airlifted from Wilson Airport to Homa Bay in preparation for his burial, set to take place on Friday.
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Youth reject Matiang'i as 2027 presidential candidate of choice
Ouko assessed Matiang’i’s political prospects, noting that the former CS may have faltered by retreating to his stronghold in an attempt to consolidate support.
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Court rejects former Kiambu boss Waititu's second bail request
As a result of the court's ruling, Waititu and his two co-accused will remain in custody.
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President Ruto signs landmark disability rights Bill into law
The new law, sponsored by nominated Senator Crystal Asige, replaces the outdated Persons with Disabilities Act of 2003.
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Activist McOure accuses opposition chiefs of hypocrisy and betrayal
McOure condemned what he described as the opposition’s double standards and manipulative rhetoric.
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Tanzania earthquake behind Nairobi tremor, says Meteorological Department
The department attributed the ground movement to a 4.5-magnitude earthquake that struck near Longido town in northern Tanzania.
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Kenya hosts over 820,000 refugees as regional conflicts escalate
This sharp increase, captured in the 2025 Economic Survey, highlights the growing pressure on Kenya's refugee support systems.
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Questions raised over Sh10b maize subsidy and Telkom shareholding
Of the Sh10 billion, Sh4 billion was allocated to the maize flour subsidy.
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Inside PCS Mudavadi’s high-stakes talks with Secretary Rubio
Mudavadi, who landed in the U.S. on Tuesday is engaging in a series of high-level diplomatic discussions.
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Police link gun used to kill MP Were to Nairobi, Kiambu robberies
The discovery was made during a Tuesday night operation in Chokaa, Kayole.
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EACC probes NYS officials over Sh2 billion theft
EACC officers carried out a court-sanctioned search at the homes and offices of the top officials and their close associates.
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Victims still waiting for justice as Missing Voices pushes for action
This call comes amid findings that 159 people were either killed or disappeared last year in incidents linked to police actions.
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Amadi top choice for next IEBC chair, says survey as public questions panel’s integrity
In a report released by TIFA Research on Wednesday, Amadi received 41% approval from Kenyans.
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Suspects in Kasipul MP Were’s murder to face court
This comes as police seek additional time to detain them for ongoing investigations into the killing.
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Stop cheering leaders’ deaths, MP Junet tells Kenyans
He said it was wrong for people to celebrate online whenever a politician passes away or suffers misfortune.
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Gospel Singer Karangu’s love triangle
Karangu remains vocal about his commitment to both women, stating he will love, protect, and provide for his family.
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Sh405 billion not enough: Governors push for bigger county budget
The governors argue that inflation, new devolved responsibilities, and increased demand for services have not been factored into the allocation.
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Hooded men, unmarked vehicles: Report reveals rising enforced disappearances linked to Police
The report indicates that 45 out of 55 disappearances documented in 2024 were suspected to involve police officers.