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State confirms readiness to host 24th COMESA summit in Nairobi
The high-level meeting will take place on October 9, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).
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Babu Owino to state: Honour CBAs with lecturers and end strike
The lawmaker warned that over 500,000 students’ futures are at stake if the strike continues, adding that the crisis is deepening mistrust in government and fueling brain drain among academics.
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Divisive, ethnic politics have no place in modern Kenya – Kindiki
Speaking in Irunduni, Tharaka Nithi County, during a development engagement with grassroots leaders and residents from Kitui County, Kindiki said the government will work with all leaders regardless of political, regional, or religious affiliations.
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IEBC clarifies use of iris in voter registration, says it’s not mandatory
According to the electoral agency, the additional option of iris data is meant to strengthen verification processes.
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INFOGRAPHIC: Kenya's new park entry fees
Amboseli and Lake Nakuru are among the most expensive at Sh1,500 for citizens and $90 for non-residents.
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Another Kenyan illegally recruited into Russian military rescued- PS Sing’Oei
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei said on Wednesday that Kevin Kariuki Nduma is the third Kenyan to be freed from what he described as a dangerous and irregular conscription.
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Billions from emergency fund unaccounted for, Auditor General finds
The report shows that the Ministries of Defence, Internal Security and National Administration, and Irrigation failed to provide expenditure returns for amounts they received from the fund. At the centre of the concerns are unverified refunds totalling Sh1.07 billion.
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35,000 schools to lead Kenya’s 100 million tree drive
Forestry PS Gitonga Mugambi called on Kenyans to take part in the campaign by going back to their former primary schools to plant trees and clean up the environment under the theme, ‘Turudi Primo: Tu-kadonate Fruit Trees na Ku-clean Environment’.
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KFS sounds alarm over surge in fake forest product permits
The agency cautioned drivers and business operators involved in the movement of timber, logs, poles and charcoal, saying there had been a notable increase in fraudulent permits circulating in the sector.
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Mau court hands life sentence to man convicted of defilement in Meru County
According to a court filing posted on October 1, 2025, the offence took place on May 26, 2024, when the accused attacked the minor, a class two pupil, while her mother was at the church.
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Kenya welcomes UN move to replace Haiti mission with Gang Suppression Force
The new GSF will comprise 5,500 police and military officers supported by a UN Technical Office tasked with providing logistical support and mobilizing resources
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Kenya to miss out on International Feature Film entry at 98th Oscars
Kenya Oscar Selection Committee confirmed that five films had been submitted for consideration and were reviewed on September 19 and 20.
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Mandera, Turkana receive emergency food aid as drought deepens
The relief supplies flagged off include 6,600 bags of maize destined for Turkana, 7,200 bags of rice for Mandera, and 8,840 bags of beans to be shared between the two counties. The ministry estimates that this support will benefit around 204,600 residents in Turkana and 287,700 in Mandera.
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South African opposition leader Malema convicted of firing a gun in public
In 2018, a video emerged showing the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader firing several shots in the air during his party's fifth anniversary celebrations held in the country's Eastern Cape province.
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Defeating malaria, unlocking growth: Why Africa needs private sector to step up
By investing in innovative, private-sector-led solutions, African countries can turn health challenges into engines of economic opportunity. Eliminating malaria would free up billions in lost productivity, unlock new business opportunities, and improve the quality of life for millions of people.
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Gachagua faces setback as three key aspirants quit DCP
In the past month, DCP has lost candidates in Banissa, Mbeere North and Magarini constituencies , all of whom were initially viewed as central to Gachagua’s plan to use the by-elections to showcase the party’s strength.
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US Embassy Nairobi scales back social media activity amid funding cuts
The move comes as the US government enters a funding lapse, commonly known as a shutdown, triggered when Congress fails to pass appropriations bills to finance federal operations.
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MPs sound alarm over Sh97 billion Talanta Sports City debt burden
The National Assembly’s Committee on Sports and Culture flagged the financing plan, intended to support one of the main venues for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, for lacking transparency and sufficient public consultation.
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DCI flags off elite anti-terrorism squad for global warrior competition in Jordan
The nine-member team will join 38 elite units from 23 countries in one of the world’s most demanding special forces competitions.
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National Assembly approves Sh67.7 billion boost for counties
Under the new law, counties will receive funds for key areas such as doctors’ salary arrears, the Community Health Promoters programme, and the construction of new county headquarters.
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Revoke all bogus licenses, experts tell Government over soaring road deaths
The call comes in the wake of a weekend that saw at least 20 deaths in separate road crashes. Among the incidents, an ambulance collided with a trailer, killing six people, while a matatu carrying family members crashed into a truck near Kariandusi in Nakuru County, leaving 16 dead.
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Senators probe brutality and deaths linked to Del Monte pineapple theft claims
Senators are seeking answers from both security agencies and Del Monte Kenya Limited, demanding information on the number of incidents, the identities of those responsible, and measures taken to prevent further human rights violations.
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Nicole Kidman ends two-decade marriage with Keith Urban
The Oscar-winning actress and the country music star have shared their lives both personally and professionally since their wedding in June 2006. Together, they built a family in Nashville, raising two daughters, Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14, while maintaining busy global careers.
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Kenyan-led MSS mission ends as UN Security Council approves "Gang Suppression Force" for Haiti
The new mission is set for an initial period of 12 months, although exact deployment timelines have not yet been disclosed. The MSS mission is scheduled to expire on Thursday, October 2.
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Kware murders: Police place Sh1 million bounty on fugitive Collins Jumaisi
Jumaisi escaped from custody in August 2024, just before he was due to face murder charges in court. He fled alongside 12 Eritreans from the Gigiri Police Station cells on the morning of August 21.
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Former Congolese President Kabila sentenced to death for war crimes
The charges concern accusations that Kabila has been supporting the M23, a rebel group who have wreaked devastation across the country's eastern region.
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ODM party will never be in opposition again – Junet
Speaking on Tuesday at the party headquarters as the party gave out nomination certificates to aspirants in the upcoming by-elections, Junet insisted that going forward, the party will either form government or be part of a coalition that forms government.
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EACC arrests senior Kericho lands clerk over Sh210,000 bribe
The arrest followed investigations triggered by complaints from Kericho residents who claimed the official had made it routine to demand bribes before initiating the issuance of title deeds.
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Kenya, Belgium sign landmark double taxation deal
Speaking at the signing, CS Mbadi described the DTA as a modern framework that ensures predictability and fairness in the taxation of cross-border income, mitigates risks of double taxation and strengthens measures against tax evasion.
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Counties to get quicker funding, stronger health support after IBEC meeting
In a communique after its 28th ordinary session, chaired by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki at his Karen residence, IBEC approved the Budget Review and Outlook Paper for the 2025/26 financial year and directed the National Treasury to submit it to Parliament.