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Six fan zones revealed in Mombasa ahead of Harambee Stars’ CHAN quarterfinal clash

Governor Abdulswamad Nassir said the venues include Changamwe Grounds in Changamwe, Uwanja wa Mbuzi in Nyali and Mama Ngina Waterfront

TSC promotion guidelines give edge to senior teachers

Kenya secures Sh22 billion Japan loan to boost industry and cut power costs

Under the financing arrangement, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry will receive Sh13.1 billion to support local vehicle assemblers parts manufacturers and expand electric vehicle production

Government issues 514,000 passports amid ongoing delays, says report

The report further revealed that the backlog of uncollected passports had reduced from 90,000 to 56,000 in the past three months, marking a steady clearance of pending cases.

MP Kiarie pushes for parliamentary oversight on AI

The lawmaker explained AI’s promise in agriculture and medicine but cautioned that AI-generated misinformation is already undermining democracy

Measles outbreak confirmed in Malindi amid low vaccination levels

At least four children have been diagnosed with measles in the Shella area of Malindi town.

Wetang’ula calls on lawmakers to uphold integrity amid bribery claims

Wetang’ula warned that recent claims of legislators soliciting inducements to influence legislation have cast doubt on Parliament’s credibility

Man who conned woman of Sh130,000 in fake job scam arrested

The incident dates back to February 2024 when a Kenyan woman working in Lebanon connected with Kimeli on TikTok, where the suspect used the alias “City Tycoon.”

Misleading! SHA denies claims of Sh20 million payout to ghost facility

SHA Chief Executive Officer Mercy Mwangangi, clarified that Nyandiwa Level 4 Hospital in Gwassi, Suba South Constituency, is a fully operational facility that has been in existence since the 1970s

Kwale residents call for guaranteed shares in public asset sales

A key concern raised was the fate of workers once privatization takes place, with residents insisting that strong labour laws and protections must be put in place to prevent layoffs

Five bodies exhumed from Kwa Binzaro mass graves

Government Pathologist Richard Njoroge confirmed the number and cautioned that the operation, already yielding “five bodies out of six exhumed graves,” was just the beginning.

CHAN: Police announce road closures, diversions in Nairobi

Police said motorists from Nairobi’s Central Business District heading to Thika Road towards Ruiru, Juja, and Thika should use Kiambu Road at Exit 4

Kenyan fans get boost as CAF expands Kasarani attendance limit

The clearance, which allows 80 percent stadium capacity, is a boost from the 27,000 fans admitted during Harambee Stars’ 1-0 win over Zambia

Misinformation undermining Parliament's progress- MP Ichung’wah

The Kikuyu MP cited to the contentious Finance Bill, 2024, as an example of how disinformation can derail critical legislation.

State committed to tackle second-generation alcohol menace

Murkomen revealed that at least five businessmen have been linked to the illicit trade, with one already in custody.

Delays on roads bill could stall projects, warns MP Junet

The Suna East MP said the Bill, sponsored by Homabay Town MP Peter Kaluma on behalf of the House Legislative Caucus, is key in addressing constitutional defects identified in the Kenya Roads Board Act

Russia launches biggest wave of strikes on Ukraine for weeks

The attacks came as US President Donald Trump spearheads diplomatic moves to halt the war.

Ex-driver sues Kang’ata, Senate over Ethiopian Airlines crash petition

David Mburu Karanja argues that Kang’ata unlawfully listed him in a Senate petition regarding lack of support for families of victims of Flight ET 302, which crashed on March 10, 2019, killing all 157 people on board.

Treasury unveils plan to clear Kenya Railways pension arrears

CS explained that the Kenya Railways Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme (KRSRBS) was facing difficulties because it had been set up as a non-contributory scheme.

Nine arrested in Nairobi's Eastleigh courier crackdown

The operation was conducted by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) in collaboration with the National Police Service

MPs tighten rules on KPC sale, demand State retains control

Beyond ownership structure, MPs demanded strong safeguards to prevent the emergence of a monopoly.

Fake! Expressway dismisses claims of closure to allow Gachagua’s procession

The company clarified that the Nairobi Expressway remains a public road adding that all planned road closure notices are only shared through its official social media platforms

Treasury rejects Sh200,000 payout for former councillors, suggests Inua Jamii support

CS Mbadi said that only a legal framework could allow the government to make such payouts, even though the request involved just 328 former councillors who served for less than 20 years.

Six arrested after deadly raid on Korean Mission Camp in Kajiado

According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the gang disguised themselves in police fatigues while carrying crude weapons during their attacks.

Gov’t expands CHAN fan zones to 13 as Harambee Stars eye quarter final

The new additions are Ruiru, Camp Toyoyo in Dagoretti, and Babadogo.

EACC summons Garissa Governor over graft and hiring claims

He has been directed to appear at the EACC’s Integrity Centre offices in Nairobi on August 25, 2025, at 10 am, for an interview and to record a statement.

Government acts after tourists break rules at Maasai Mara

According to the Narok County Government, the incident happened at the flooded Purungat Gate, where tourists had alighted from their vehicles while waiting for water levels to subside.

Speaker Kingi rejects Ruto’s bribery claims, says no formal complaints received

The President had claimed that MPs and senators solicited bribes from government officers appearing before parliamentary committees, alleging that Cabinet secretaries and governors had been victims of extortion.

Government extends public service payroll deadline to 18th of every month

The directive is aimed at guaranteeing uninterrupted access to healthcare services, pension benefits, and other financial obligations owed to public officers.

CHAN: Blow to Kenyans as CAF fails to restore full-capacity status at Kasarani

To expand access, the government, through FKF and the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), has increased official fan zones from 10 to 13, giving more Kenyans the chance to support the national team.