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KFS clarifies Karura Forest felling plan as public raises concerns
Karura Forest, located within Nairobi, is one of the capital’s most visited natural spaces.
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MPs reject proposed media rules over press freedom concerns
The draft Code, which aims to replace regulations that have been in place for 13 years, expands the number of clauses from 26 to 32.
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Kenya assumes leadership of G77+China under Namwamba
Namwamba now leads a powerful group made up of 134 member states.
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LSK cracks down on masqueraders in Garissa, three arrested
The move aims to safeguard the integrity of the legal profession and protect the public from fraudulent practices.
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US, UK lead in births to Kenyans living overseas - KNBS
The United States accounted for the highest share of registered foreign births, with 1,649 entries or 28.9 percent, followed by the UK with 1,076 births or 18.9 percent.
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Kilifi families receive Sh60 million payout for wildlife conflict losses
The payments, which cover claims dating back to 2014 and up to October 2020, are part of a broader effort by the government to settle long-standing compensation arrears related to human fatalities caused by wildlife.
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Gachagua allies grilled over June 25 protests in Nakuru and Nyeri
DCI officers believe that Mwangi and Wangui played key roles in organising and financing the protests in Nakuru.
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Nairobi roads to close for city marathon as over 15,000 runners expected
Starting midnight on Sunday, the inner lanes of Waiyaki Way between Musa Gitau Road and the Expressway entrance will remain closed until 10 am.
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Serial killer Wanjala awaits sentencing for deaths of five children
During the hearings, Wanjala made an application to enter into a plea bargain with the victim’s family, which was firmly rejected.
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SRC announces exit of CEO Anne Gitau after 13 years of service
Under her guidance, the SRC has gained a reputation as a regional leader in developing innovative and equitable pay systems.
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Senior Russian Navy officer killed in strike near Ukraine border
The general’s death marks one of the most senior losses for Moscow since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in 2022.
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Court grants IPOA 7 more days to hold officers in Kariuki killing probe
Following the ruling, the officers will remain in custody at Capitol Hill Police Station until July 10.
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Police summon blogger Kinyagia after reappearance in court
According to the police, creating false reports and staging abductions are criminal offences that not only distort facts but also harm the credibility of law enforcement and fuel unnecessary public anxiety.
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Ruto meets His Royal Highness Prince of Wales
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation for the shared benefit of their people, with a focus on delivering tangible development results and safeguarding the planet.
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Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen dies aged 67
He is believed to have died of cardiac arrest, according to a representative.
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Autopsy reveals bullet fragments in shot mask hawker brain
The post-mortem also verified the accuracy of a video showing a police officer firing at close range and striking Kariuki in the head.
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Echoes of defiance: Revisiting Saba Saba as new demos loom
Then, under the firm grip of President Daniel Arap Moi, Kenya was a one-party state where dissent was criminalized and political freedom suppressed.
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Ruto seals UK health education deals, unveils funding reforms
During his visit to the UK on Wednesday, President Ruto witnessed the signing of Memoranda of Understanding with King’s College London and the University of Nottingham.
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Suspect arrested over Sh999k bank robbery in Parklands
The individual, a civilian, was arrested on Wednesday after being tracked to a hideout in the Rift Valley town.
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New bill seeks to ease citizenship path for stateless communities
The amendment proposes that any stateless person who has lived in Kenya continuously for at least seven years be considered lawfully resident and eligible for citizenship through registration.
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Mudavadi defends Kenya–UK strategic alliance amid foreign policy debate
His comments follow increasing public discourse on Kenya’s international alliances, particularly after recent high-profile engagements with the United States and the European Union.
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Rights groups sound alarm over declining democratic freedoms in Kenya
Eric Mukoya and Innovation Foundation for Democracy director Achille Mbembe raised concern over what they described as a widespread collapse in public faith in democratic governance.
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Court bars police from arresting blogger Ndiangui Kinyagia
The case will be heard again on July 18.
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Senators push for legal changes to grant municipalities financial autonomy
Kericho Governor Eric Mutai, who appeared before the committee, said the Urban Areas and Cities Act must be amended to allow municipalities to keep and use the revenue they collect.
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Over 1,000 health facilities shut down for SHA fraud, says Ruto
These facilities, located in Kisumu, Bungoma, Busia, Nairobi, Mandera, Wajir, Kajiado, and Kilifi, were found to be engaged in various forms of malpractice.
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Ex-MCA files petition to remove Sakaja over gross misconduct
In his petition, Ochar argues that the Nairobi County Assembly has the authority to initiate the impeachment process under Standing Order 213, once the matter is subjected to public participation.
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Mental health concerns grow as suicide cases rise
Within just three days, police recorded five deaths in Siaya, Kajiado, Busia, Kisii, and Nyamira counties prompting fresh calls for early intervention and stronger mental health support.
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Kenyans still buying counterfeit goods despite high awareness, says report
The Authority estimates that one in every five products sold in the Kenyan market is counterfeit, leading to a loss of about Sh800 billion every year.
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Governors face budget blow as Senate caps recurrent spending
The Senate approved a significant reduction of the expenditure limit for county executives from Sh33.75 billion in the previous financial year to Sh23.41 billion.
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DCI boss Amin expected in court over activist Ndiang'ui's disappearance
High Court Judge Chacha Mwita issued the directive after the DCI failed to comply with earlier orders to produce the activist dead or alive. Amin is expected in court at 11 am.