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Raila Odinga’s bodyguard narrates last walk and final words before death in India
Ogeta said the moment remains very difficult for him, adding that he was extremely close when it happened.
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Boniface Mwangi accuses Ruto of Ignoring court orders over U.S.-linked Ebola facility
Speaking during an interview on Radio Generation on Monday, Mwangi alleged that the proposed facility, reportedly linked to Ebola preparedness efforts involving the United States, was being pushed through without proper public participation, parliamentary approval or adherence to legal processes.
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Madaraka Day in Wajir: Inclusion and development drive security in Northern Kenya
In his Madaraka Day address in Wajir County, President William Ruto said long-term security in Northern Kenya depends on citizenship inclusion, education, youth jobs and pastoral support, alongside reforms to discriminatory ID vetting in border counties.
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Fuel workers union defends attendants amid rising fuel quality complaints
The Kenya Petroleum Oil Workers Union (KPOWU) further cautioned that mistreatment of attendants would only deepen tensions at workplaces and weaken service delivery instead of addressing the real source of the problem.
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Kenya to establish Diaspora Welfare Fund for emergency relief and repatriation support
Speaking during a meeting with the Kenyan community at the Kenyan Embassy in Seoul, South Korea, Mudavadi said the government is working with Parliament to create a framework that will formally provide resources to address the growing needs of Kenyans living overseas.
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Gachagua challenges State over Wajir development as Madaraka Day is marked in county
Gachagua accused some leaders from the region of failing their constituents and instead supporting empty political promises. He insisted that leaders must explain the continued lack of essential services.
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Bob Njagi declares presidential bid, seeks to lead Independent candidates movement
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Njagi said he is building a broad coalition of independent aspirants aimed at challenging party dominance in Kenyan politics, including plans to field candidates for Parliament, governorships and the presidency.
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DCI arrests suspected drug trafficker, seizes 1,600 rolls of bhang in Bomet
According to the DCI, detectives “arrested a suspected drug trafficker and recovered eight bags containing approximately one thousand six hundred (1,600) rolls of cannabis sativa (bhang) during an intelligence-led operation within Bomet County.”
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LIVE: Wajir County hosts historic 63rd Madaraka Day
Kenyans have gathered at Wajir Stadium for the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations, marking a historic moment as the county hosts the national event for the first time.
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Chilling footage uncovers how Utumishi Girls Academy students began arson attack
The footage reportedly shows the two students lighting a match before walking towards the dormitory entrance.
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Mentor your children! Ruto tells parents after Utumishi fire tragedy
Speaking during the 37th Rhino Charge motorsport competition in Wamba, Samburu County, on Sunday, Ruto said recent incidents involving children and youth underscore the importance of active parental involvement in shaping character and values.
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Nyong’o calls for unity, dialogue as political activity builds ahead of 2027
Speaking during ODM Party rally in Kisumu on Sunday, Nyong’o said meetings between leaders and citizens should focus on listening and exchange of ideas, noting that “your information, your ideas are important as ours, so let us be quiet and listen to each other to build this nation.”
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Ruto reappoints WRTI and KenTrade Board chairpersons in latest gazette notices
President William Ruto reappointed Dr David Nkedianye as Non-Executive Chairperson of the Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) Board for three years, effective May 29, 2026, per Kenya Gazette Notice No. 8028.
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Mbadi pledges Sh1.5bn to clear KNEC teacher arrears before financial year end
Speaking on Saturday during the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) Homa Bay Branch Thanksgiving Ceremony, Mbadi said consultations with the Ministry of Education were already underway and the allocation was being integrated into the current budget process.
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DCI: CCTV analysis identifies six among eight suspects in Utumishi Girls fire
According to investigators, further review of the footage at the Forensic Imaging and Acoustic Laboratory at the National Police Service Forensics Laboratory, in collaboration with teachers, confirmed that seven students were involved in the arson incident before fleeing the scene.
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Ruto pledges Sh100m and 2:1 matching for Rhino Ark Endowment Fund
Speaking on Sunday at the Rhino Charge prize-giving ceremony held in Samburu County, the President praised the long-running conservation event, saying it had become one of the most impactful environmental initiatives in Kenya’s history.
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Parliament invites public submissions on Finance Bill, 2026 and key financial reforms
In a notice issued on May 30,2026, Parliament said the Finance and National Planning Committee will hold public hearings between June 2 and June 8 as required under Article 118(1)(b) of the Constitution.
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12,774 IDs uncollected in Kisii as MPs demand end to extra vetting
Led by Lari MP Mburu Kahangara, the lawmakers questioned why applicants from border communities continue to undergo additional vetting despite a presidential directive abolishing the practice.
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Police arrest two in Nairobi, recover 22 mobile phones linked to stolen handset
According to police, the breakthrough came after a woman whose phone had been stolen at a school along Ngong Road spotted an online advertisement displaying a handset that closely resembled her missing device. She immediately alerted law enforcement officers, prompting the launch of an investigation.
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Duale reiterates Kenya’s Ebola preparedness, confirms US partnership
In a statement on May 30, 2026, CS Duale said that as a regional hub for trade, travel, and commerce, Kenya must remain prepared to prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats before they reach communities.
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Police arrest suspect behind "inflammatory" posts linked to Utumishi Academy fire
Police said the suspect was apprehended for allegedly publishing insensitive and inflammatory content on social media that sparked public outrage.
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IPOA probes police excesses during anti-fuel price demos
IPOA is investigating the death of 23-year-old Brian Ndung’u Njung’e, who died while in custody at Kiambu Police Station in Kiambu County.
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PS Muthoni: JKIA's Gate 16 to screen passengers from Ebola high-risk nations
Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni announced the move on Saturday after a tour of JKIA, saying the country has intensified monitoring in response to Ebola outbreaks reported in parts of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Kindiki: Church indispensable in Kenya’s spiritual development and well-being
The DP said the Church is best placed to assist them to nurture better spiritual wellbeing which is necessary for an all-round development of the individual and the nation.
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Nyeri Governor faults Ebola facility plan in Laikipia, calls for consultation
The governor called for the suspension of the project until comprehensive stakeholder consultations are undertaken.
Politics
Waiganjo dumps Gachagua's DCP after disputed Ol Kalou nominations
The Ol Kalou parliamentary seat fell vacant following the death of area MP David Njuguna Kiaraho, who died on March 29 while undergoing specialised treatment at The Nairobi Hospital.
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NTSA orders motorists to update contacts ahead of new traffic offence system rollout
Drivers have been encouraged to use the online portal to review and update their details before the June 1, 2026 deadline to avoid any disruptions.
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Oparanya and Kinyanjui offices rescued after Sh200 million allocation
The article says Oparanya and Kinyanjui offices were rescued after a Sh200 million allocation. It does not provide additional details on who allocated the funds, the cause, or the location.
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Senator Ledama urges flood preparedness amid El Niño warning
Olekina specifically pointed to several areas he said are highly vulnerable, including low-lying towns, river basins, and informal settlements that already struggle with drainage challenges and encroached waterways.
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Mitumba traders push new import tax plan targeting simplified entry-point payment
Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya said the model would help small traders operate with more certainty, reduce compliance pressure, and improve clarity in tax obligations across the sector.