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Sh3.4bn salary payouts made outside official payroll system
Among the 47 counties, Machakos and Nairobi led in manual payments, disbursing Sh487 million and Sh463.4 million respectively
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Europe’s car exporters still in limbo over US tariff implementation
The U.S. and European Union agreed in late July to set import tariffs on most European goods, including cars, at 15%
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Murkomen: Drugs, gangs, and land disputes driving Kenya’s insecurity
The CS expressed concern over the “near-normalisation” of cannabis use in the country
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Kin dispute police claim over Murang’a station death
The family has declined the offer for a DCI post-mortem and will instead hire a private pathologist while also seeking help from human rights organisations.
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MPs question Defence on Todonyang, demand stronger border security
MPs also questioned the absence of a formal diplomatic protest to Ethiopia despite reports that the attackers may have crossed from there.
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Duncan Ojwang declines KNCHR Chair nomination
In a letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang cited personal reasons and a perceived conflict of interest for turning down the offer
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Police arrest 20 suspects in Malindi gang crackdown
According to the National Police Service (NPS), the suspects remain in custody pending processing and arraignment
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British Army unit’s no-show enrages MPs amid probe into soldier misconduct
Only the Cabinet Secretary for Defence and her principal secretary, Patrick Mariru, showed up, leaving the committee members frustrated and demanding answers.
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Ruto to open Devolution Conference as leaders push for action on graft, delayed funds
It is the second time the lake region has hosted the national event, the previous one being in Kisumu in April 2025.
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KDF soldiers in missions and training exempt from Pay-As-You-Eat policy
Under the revised system, soldiers are required to pay for meals either in cash or through salary deductions.
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Kindiki: All Kenyan homes to have electricity before 2030
Kindiki said the country has made huge progress in expanding electricity access over the last decade, with only about 4.1 million households still without power
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Kenya to launch internationally recognized seafarer ID within three months
Immigration PS Belio Kipsang told a Parliamentary committee that a prototype of the SID has already been submitted to the International Labour Organization (ILO) for approval
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Kenya steps up geothermal projects as annual power demand soars
Energy Principal Secretary Alex Wachira said the ministry is working tirelessly to ensure supply keeps pace with demand
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DAP-K forms eight-member committee to resolve leadership disputes
The decision was reached during a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the party’s headquarters
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Kenya, Iran move to restore tea trade with 60-day plan
Iran is among the top ten buyers of Kenyan tea and remains a key market
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Enforce top training standards to protect patients, Duale tells health regulators
Duale said the Ministry of Health is committed to ensuring that every health worker from community oral health officers to specialist surgeons is well-trained and competent
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Kindiki affirms border ID policy, vows equal development for all Kenyans
The DP assured that the government is focused on fair and equal treatment of all Kenyans
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Ruto arrives in Homa Bay for 2025 Devolution Conference
The president is expected to set the tone for the conference, outlining his administration’s vision for strengthening devolution
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Musonye dismisses government role in CHAN ticketing, warns against fake sales
Musonye said all ticketing is being managed solely by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the LOC, and the Football Kenya Federation (FKF)
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Urgent call for Mpox vaccines as Mombasa reports increased cases
The coastal city has emerged as the epicentre of Kenya’s outbreak
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DP Kindiki pledges accelerated development in northern counties
Kindiki on Tuesday pledged a renewed push to bridge long-standing regional inequalities
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Court allows exhumation of GSU officer buried in Migori church compound
The officer, Police Constable Adan Ayoo, is said to have died on 27 March 2025
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DPP charges man over robbery and assault of female comedian at Kutit festival
Prosecutors say Koyumi attacked Bella at around 8 pm during the festival in Langata Sub-County, stealing 30,000 shillings in cash and a Redmi 14 Pro smartphone valued at 26,000 shillings.
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Motorists Association blames negligence and corruption for rise in road deaths
The Association claims that the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the police, the State Department for Roads, and Kenya Railways have failed in their responsibility to protect the public.
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Brian Rono faces bail hearing over phone hacking linked to Talaam
Rono, already charged and currently in custody, informed the court during a Tuesday mention that he intended to apply for bond.
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Families of fallen public servants still await Sh8.14 billion insurance payouts
Documents presented to the Senate reveal that thousands of families are enduring hardship as billions of shillings in benefits remain unpaid under the Group Life, Last Expense, Work Injury Benefit Act (Wiba), and Group Personal Accident (GPA) schemes.
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Ruto hails youth as Kenya’s greatest asset on International Youth Day
The president cited the Harambee Stars as an example of young Kenyans leading with passion and creativity
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Nine governors under EACC investigation over county funds theft
EACC chairperson Dr. David Oginde said on Tuesday that governors are leading in the misuse of county funds
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Ruto defends Hustler Fund amid calls for abolition
Ruto said the Hustler Fund has opened doors to affordable credit for millions who were previously locked out of formal lending
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INFOGRAPHIC: Top counties flagged for procurement irregularities
Nairobi County led with Sh3.3 billion in irregularities, followed by Kericho County with Sh1.9 billion