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State disburses Sh2.43bn for April 2026 Inua Jamii payments
Payments officially began on April 30, with each recipient set to receive Sh2,000 for the April cycle.
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Wetang’ula turns Bomet burial into reflection on leadership, unity and development
The Speaker also highlighted Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir, saying his leadership style reflects order, discipline, and structured thinking in public service.
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North Eastern MPs sound alarm over deadly clashes on Mwingi–Garissa road
The North Eastern Parliamentary Group, led by Eldas MP Adan Keynan Wehliye, condemned escalating violence along the Mwingi–Garissa road and the Kitui–Garissa border, calling for urgent, impartial intervention to restore peace and protect civilians.
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Suspect arrested in Kisumu East robbery case, motorcycle recovered in dawn raid
Police in Kisumu East Sub-County arrested a suspect linked to a robbery with violence after a dawn operation in Kamrongo Village, Chiga. Officers recovered a red Honda 125 motorcycle and detained it as an exhibit.
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Kenya’s economy on firm ground, Junet says as he backs Ruto’s leadership
Suna East MP Junet Mohamed said the 2026 Economic Survey shows Kenya’s economy is strengthening and ranks third in sub-Saharan Africa. Speaking in Bomet during a burial, he pointed to road works, maize output and jobs.
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Ruto triples athletes’ allowances in new sports reforms push
The changes form part of wider reforms tied to the proposed Sports Bill 2026, which seeks to reshape how sports are governed and managed in the country. The bill outlines plans to create a national sports regulatory authority to oversee operations, enforce standards, and improve accountability across all disciplines.
Politics
Millie Odhiambo rejects zoning, calls for open political competition
Millie Odhiambo criticised what she described as attempts to dismiss dissenting voices within ODM, saying differing opinions should not be reduced to personal attacks. She took issue with online reactions to her stance, noting that critics often resort to labelling her as envious of other leaders.
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UN Women report warns of rising AI-driven online abuse targeting women journalists
The findings show that 12 per cent of women human rights defenders, activists, journalists and media workers have experienced non-consensual sharing of personal images, including intimate or sexual content. Six per cent reported being targeted using deepfakes, while nearly one in three said they had received unwanted sexual advances through digital platforms.
Politics
Senator Ojienda warns against rising political violence and use of goons in campaigns
Kisumu Senator Tom Ojienda condemned rising political violence, saying “goons” against leaders undermine democratic space. Speaking on Citizen TV, he urged security agencies to act and said leaders should focus on ideas, not accusations.
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KeNHA warns public over fake job scams targeting major road projects
The Kenya National Highways Authority said the scams involve messages claiming to offer job opportunities linked to the major road projects while requesting applicants to send personal documents through unofficial emails and other unverified channels.
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Ruto awards Sabastian Sawe Sh8 million after record-breaking marathon run
President William Ruto hosted marathoner Sabastian Sawe at State House and awarded him Sh8 million after his London Marathon world record of 1:59:30. Ruto also outlined revised rewards for medalists and athletes’ allowances.
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Police arrest suspected Mungu Leta gang leader in Elburgon operation
For weeks, residents of Kasarani and Salama had reportedly been living in constant fear, with cases of attacks, theft and intimidation disrupting daily life.