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MoH denies claims of hospital list removal from SHA website
In a statement released on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, the State Department for Medical Services and the SHA said the reports were false and misleading.
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Two arrested over illegal job recruitment agency in Mombasa
The suspects, identified as Bilal Dundo Nyanje and Ali Abu Bakari, were arrested during an operation.
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MPs back Affordable Housing rules to guide Sh4m loans
The regulations set out conditions that borrowers must meet before accessing funds from the Affordable Housing Board.
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Kenya’s sudden August downpour: What caused it and why it turned deadly
Kenya Meteorological Department has linked the abrupt and severe downpour to two powerful phenomena that, when combined, created the perfect conditions for excessive rainfall.
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Kenya scrambles to meet 15 billion trees target as campaign lags
Through the Jaza Miti initiative, the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has expanded seedling production in collaboration with NGOs, corporate organisations, and community forest associations.
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President Ruto constitutes expert panel to compensate protest victims
The panel will be chaired by Constitutional Advisor Professor Makau Mutua, with Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo serving as vice-chairperson.
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan V awarded Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart
The award was presented during a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday, August 26.
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SA High Commissioner to Kenya Mninwa Mahlangu dies after short illness
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) confirmed the devastating news in a statement issued by Minister Ronald Lamola.
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Ex-KNTC boss Mutua now sole accused in edible oil scandal
The decision followed an application by Prosecution Counsel Delroy Mwasaru, who explained that Mr Sikuku was charged merely for issuing a professional opinion based on a procurement committee’s evaluation report.
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Petition filed against NCIC Chairperson Kobia citing abuse of office, academic fraud
The petition, presented to President William Ruto through Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen by Elizabeth Ochieng’, urges the Head of State to institute investigations into the conduct of Rev. Kobia and act on the findings.
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CoG says UHC staff transition premature pending resources and gratuity
Governor Muthomi Njuki, chair of the Health Committee at CoG, on Tuesday said the Ministry’s position contradicts previously agreed terms between national and county governments, potentially undermining the smooth transition of health workers.
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Auditor flags State firms over Sh2.95bn defaulted loans
In her audit report for the 2023/2024 financial year, Gathungu highlighted seven SOEs as the most affected, noting that they had defaulted on their loans between two and eight times since 2011 without making the required first repayment.
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Senator Kajwang denies Sh150m bribery claims in Isiolo impeachment storm
The controversy began after President Ruto told a recent parliamentary group meeting that intelligence reports indicated money had been exchanged to sway oversight decisions in the Senate.
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PS Oluga: Discipline and standardization key to devolved healthcare success
Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Ouma Oluga, on Tuesday, noted that while devolution was intended to bring services closer to the people, disparities persist depending on the leadership and management capacity of each county.
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How MoH has strengthened transparency to curb healthcare fraud, costs - PS Oluga
PS Oluga explained that while the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council handles registration, SHA ensures that payments match the services actually provided.
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Kenyan-led forces recapture Télcos Station from gangs in Haiti raid
The latest raid comes at a time when the security mission faces serious financial challenges that could weaken its operations.
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Detectives trace money trail in Kwa Binzaro cult deaths probe
So far, nine bodies have been recovered from shallow graves in Kilifi County, with investigators saying the funds financed recruitment, indoctrination, and logistics.
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Protected witnesses share testimony in Mackenzie mass murder trial
At Shakahola, P.P. said followers were told to fast to death in stages, children first, followed by women, the elderly, and finally Mackenzie.
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5,000 Kenyan Muslims expected to attend 2026 Hajj, SUPKEM announces
The announcement was made by the Kenya Hajj Mission, which operates under the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM).
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Nakuru enforces school bus safety ahead of reopening
The exercise focused on multiple aspects of vehicle safety, including roadworthiness, compliance with speed regulations, and the condition of critical equipment such as tyres.
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Gachagua’s homecoming was poorly timed, says political commentator
Mutai said the event was staged to send a political message but ended up falling flat because of timing and poor mobilization.
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Kenya’s cost of living eases, Treasury CS says as 2026/27 budget process kicks off
Mbadi dismissed claims that the reduction in inflation was due to technical adjustments in economic reporting, stressing that the decline is real and has had a tangible impact on household budgets.
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Governor Nyong’o condemns mass layoffs at state-owned sugar mills
The Governor criticized what he called an “ill-advised and unilateral” decision by the Principal Secretary for Agriculture, warning that it undermines the government’s sugar sector revival program.
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KANU hails Ruto’s proclamation of Katiba Day amid mixed reactions from Kenyans
KANU) Secretary General for Political Affairs, Fredrick Okango said described the move as both “encouraging and historic,” noting that it strengthens the promotion of constitutionalism and the values embedded in Kenya’s supreme law.
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IEBC admits poor funding is weakening voter education efforts
According to him, the assumption that “IEBC closes shop after elections” has made it difficult to secure consistent funding and keep the public engaged.
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ODM urges calm as county elections begin, Busia polls postponed
In a statement released on Monday, August 25, 2025, the Raila Odinga-led party reminded delegates that the credibility of the internal elections depends not only on the structures in place but also on how members conduct themselves.
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Sonko moves to court over Harambee Stars’ CHAN defeat to Madagascar
In his sworn affidavit dated Sunday, Sonko is seeking interim orders to overturn the penalty shootout results that saw Madagascar advance at Kenya’s expense.
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City Hall begins crackdown on businesses over illegal waste disposal
Chief Environment Officer Geoffrey Mosiria said the crackdown will focus on hotels and other establishments that generate significant amounts of waste.
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CS Mbadi orders counties to integrate payrolls into IPPD to curb ghost workers
Mbadi said the government would no longer tolerate resistance from counties on the matter.
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Sossion defends NG-CDF as auditor flags unaccounted Sh4.1 billion
The former KNUT Secretary-General praised NG-CDF for transforming education infrastructure and ending the era when schools relied on endless harambees to put up classrooms and facilities.