Entertainment
Trump orders US flags to half-mast in honour of Dolly Parton
Dolly died peacefully on Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee
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Entertainment
Dolly Parton: The songwriter who built an empire from humble beginnings
Her success also came from knowing how to handle the music business. Behind the wigs, high heels, bright clothes and painted nails was a woman who understood her worth, made difficult decisions and built a career she controlled.
Entertainment
US country music legend Dolly Parton dies aged 80
Her nephew Brian Seaver announced the news in a video posted to the country legend's Instagram page.
News
President Ruto: Narok Airport to be completed in two months
Ruto said the airport would improve access to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Kenya’s leading tourism destinations, while supporting the growth of domestic and international travel.
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Mudavadi: Kenya sets sights on Africa’s bioeconomy leadership
Mudavadi said the strategy goes beyond science and environmental conservation, describing it as an economic and industrial plan that supports the Government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
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Wajir Airport Row: MPs send aviation PS back over land questions
A National Assembly committee sent the Aviation Principal Secretary and Kenya Airports Authority managing director back to prepare more comprehensive answers on Wajir Airport expansion plans and concerns raised by residents about demolitions, evictions and compensation.
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Kindiki calls special meeting to push seven industrial parks to completion
The meeting will bring together representatives from Meru, Embu, Kirinyaga, Kisii, Garissa, Wajir and Migori, with discussions expected to centre on the state of facilities needed before the parks can be commissioned and put into use.
Politics
Sifuna: Opposition has parties, all we want is Linda Mwananchi name
The senator accused the Registrar of Political Parties of unfairly blocking the opposition from using the name, saying the group would continue exploring other options instead of abandoning its push.
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Women MPs condemn personal attacks on female leaders in politics
Women MPs warn that personal and gendered attacks in Kenya’s political arena could discourage women from seeking elective office, urging politicians to shift from humiliation to issue-based competition and to respect women, families and bereaved relatives.
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Weekend roads turn deadly as NTSA reveals crash hotspots
Between 7 pm and 9 pm, crashes resulted in a high number of deaths, while the period between 8 pm and 9 pm recorded 37 fatalities, making it the deadliest hour of the month.
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KTDA opens tender for digital tea payment e-Wallet
The tender, referenced KTDA/125/2026, seeks an eligible firm to undertake the development, supply, installation, implementation, customisation, commissioning and ongoing support of the digital payment platform
Corridors of Justice
DPP seeks extradition of Chinese national wanted in Uganda over Sh151m fraud
Guang, 39, is accused of manipulating weighbridge bills and payment vouchers while working as a cashier at Diamond Steel Uganda Limited.
Corridors of Justice
Dr Mutiso murder: Rose Mbithe, children held until Thursday as plea delays
The three are accused of being involved in the killing of doctor Victoria Nthunya Mutiso and will remain in custody as they await their appearance before Milimani High Court Judge Kanyi Kimondo.
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Gachagua unveils five-city US tour as he plans next political move
His departure follows a 55-day political consultation exercise at his Wamunyoro residence in Nyeri, where he received delegations of political leaders, grassroots representatives, professionals and other groups as he sought views on Kenya's political direction and the 2027 election
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Ombudsman raises alarm as 72% of public complaints remain unresolved
The Commission handled 813 complaints against public institutions between January and December last year. Of these, 228 cases, equivalent to 28 per cent, were concluded, while 579 were still awaiting resolution.
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Faith Odhiambo calls for probe into alleged sale of TSC jobs by MPs
Odhiambo’s call follows remarks by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula during a public engagement in Bungoma County on Saturday, August 22, 2026, where he discussed allegations that some MPs receive batches of TSC appointment letters through State House
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Ruto: UDA-ODM deal will unite Narok vote in 2027
On Mau, the Head of State explained that the government had secured the forest through a title deed arrangement and issued title deeds to residents who had been living in the area
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Murkomen: Homa Bay rally violence could have been avoided, leaders ignored security advice
Speaking during the NCIC launch of the ‘Roadmap to a Peaceful General Election 2027’ campaign on Tuesday, Murkomen said county and regional security teams had advised the organisers to abandon the Homa Bay town rally as darkness fell and tensions rose.
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NCIC warns leaders of arrest over ignored summonses
NCIC Chairperson Kepha Omae said the commission expected all leaders who had received summonses to make arrangements to attend and respond to the issues raised against them
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Top 10 Most Popular AI Tools in 2026
The latest figures rank the most popular tools based on their monthly visits.
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Kenya set for dry week as Coast, western counties receive rainfall
The weather outlook for 25 to 31 August shows that parts of the Coast, eastern and western regions are likely to receive rain, while some central counties are expected to experience intermittent cool and cloudy conditions.
Crime
Police arrest suspect linked to violent Garissa Township robberies
The suspect was wanted in connection with offences committed within Garissa Township and remains in police custody pending arraignment
Today In History
Paris liberated from German forces
The French capital had been under Nazi control since 1940, but the occupation began to crumble after the Allied D-Day landings in Normandy and the advance of Allied forces across France.
Corridors of Justice
High Court halts Sh6.4 million travel insurance rule for foreign visitors
Justice Francis Rayola Olel issued the interim orders after two Marsabit residents challenged a Gazette Notice by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale introducing the scheme.
Politics
Ruto recounts final dinner, phone call with Raila before his death
The President in a pre-recorded interview said their last face-to-face meeting happened after Raila returned to Nairobi from Malindi, where he had gone after doctors advised him to seek a warmer climate.
Politics
Gachagua sets sights on Nyanza after 55-day Mt Kenya consultations
He also sought to ease concerns over historical political tensions between communities from Mt Kenya and Nyanza, particularly the Luo, saying there was no conflict between the two sides
Politics
Mtoto wa simba ni simba! Mama Ida backs son’s Kibra political bid
Raila Junior was present during the celebrations when his mother told Kibra leaders that they should help him understand the constituency and advise him as he takes his first steps into elective politics.
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Firm rejects claims of hazardous waste incineration at Stoni Athi
The company made the clarification in a written response to questions raised by Nominated Kajiado Senator Peris Tobiko over the environmental and health impacts of its operations in the county during the Senate Lands Environment and Natural Resources site visit in Stoni Athi.
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Kenya's Vice Presidents Since Independence
From independence to today, they shaped Kenya’s political history
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Gachagua urges opposition unity behind one candidate
Framing the next poll as a make-or-break moment for the country, Gachagua said a fragmented opposition would “hand Ruto victory by default” and betray Kenyans seeking change.