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PHOTOS: Search, rescue efforts ongoing following South C building collapse
The operations are being conducted by the Nairobi City County, the National Police Service and the Kenya Red Cross.
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Anglican Church warns of economic strain, political division ahead 2027 polls
Anglican Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit said corruption and the high cost of living continue to weaken Kenya’s economy, squeezing families and businesses.
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Tears and stunned silence at vigil for Swiss fire victims
Around 40 people died and more than 100 were injured in the fire that ripped through the crowded Le Constellation bar around 1:30 am (0030 GMT).
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MCK condemns arrest of journalist Peter Mwita, warns against intimidation
The Media Council of Kenya has condemned the arrest of Mombasa journalist Peter Mwita Maseke over a WhatsApp post on a criminal gang, warning it threatens press freedom and constitutional rights.
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Rosenior leading contender for Chelsea job
The 41-year-old, who previously managed Hull, has significant backing internally at Chelsea and it is understood candidates to replace him at Strasbourg are being considered because of his possible departure.
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NACADA backs Ruto’s New Year call to tackle alcohol, drug abuse
NACADA said the President’s message “clearly underscores the Government’s commitment to addressing alcohol and substance abuse as a critical national issue.
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Building under construction collapses in Nairobi's South C
The Kenya Red Cross said teams are on site to manage the situation.
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Uhuru Kenyatta hails youth as Africa’s driving force
The former Head of State emphasized that leadership is about transformation rather than titles, calling on young people to apply their talents with transparency and impact.
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Speaker Kingi mourns passing of his bodyguard
In a condolence message on January 2, 2026, Kingi described the loss as shocking, saying the late officer passed away unexpectedly just moments after they had spent time together.
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Ruto declares alcohol, drug abuse a national development emergency
Speaking during a New Year address, the President highlighted that the crisis disproportionately affects men and young adults, with one in every three men and one in five young adults aged 25 to 35 using drugs or abusing alcohol.
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Ruto vows to cut poverty, unemployment in new year message
The President announced that the National Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereign Wealth Fund will be fully established and operationalized in January 2026 to drive development while reducing reliance on borrowing and taxation.
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Oburu Oginga urges unity and dialogue in 2026 new year message
In his New Year message dated December 31, 2025, Oginga reflected on the challenges of the past year, noting that 2025 tested the resilience of Kenyans across all sectors.
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Over 300 rolls of bhang seized in Eldoret raid
The NACADA-led operation recovered over 300 rolls of cannabis, a full stone of cannabis, assorted chewable tobacco products, and cannabis-laced cookies allegedly prepared for distribution to minors.
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NTSA issues back-to-school safety alert on children’s transport
In a press statement issued on Tuesday, the Authority highlighted serious safety defects previously found in school transport vehicles, including faulty speed limiters, defective brakes, and missing seat belts, and called for strict compliance with traffic rules and mandatory vehicle inspections.
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Lawyer files case to outlaw loud music in matatus
Nyamari contends that matatus frequently subject passengers to excessively loud music without prior notice, exposing unsuspecting commuters to noise that can cause psychological distress and harm to health.
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Drivers’ association flags unconsented medical testing at highway camps
The association said some drivers had reported attending highway medical camps for routine services such as blood sugar or eyesight checks, only to later discover that additional tests had been carried out without clear explanation, counselling or written consent.
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EPRA shuts fuel stations for selling adulterated diesel
EPRA also reported multiple cases involving trucks ferrying diesel that was either adulterated or intended for export.
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Uhuru Kenyatta urges tolerance in multiparty politics
The former president cautioned against politics built on hostility and destruction, noting that such approaches undermine national cohesion.
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Kenya signs Sh40 billion Galana Kulalu Dam deal to boost food security
Once completed, the dam will have a storage capacity of 305 million cubic metres of water and is expected to deliver up to one billion cubic metres annually.
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Chadema condemns arrest of US-based Tanzanian
The party called for the immediate and unconditional release of Kweka unless credible and specific charges are promptly presented before an independent court.
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Sifuna apologises to Uhuru Kenyatta over Junet, Wanga attacks
Addressing the issue on behalf of the party, Sifuna acknowledged that some ODM leaders had failed to recognise Kenyatta’s contributions, particularly during Raila Odinga’s recent presidential campaigns.
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EACC arrests traffic officers in festive-season anti-bribery crackdown
The EACC said the arrests are part of its ongoing nationwide efforts to combat bribery on major roads, particularly during festive periods when travel volumes rise and motorists are at higher risk of exploitation.
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Police arrest robbery suspect after night raid at petrol station
Following his arrest, officers conducted a search and recovered several items believed to be linked to the crime. These included a claw bar, a police jungle jacket and a tear gas canister, raising concerns over the misuse of police gear in criminal activity.
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Corruption key driver of high living costs in Kenya, Infotrak poll
Nairobi recorded the highest proportion, with 38 per cent of respondents citing corruption as the main contributor to high living costs.
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Raila’s death emerges as most significant event of 2025 – Infotrak
The death was followed by Gen Z–led protests across the country, which were cited by 12 per cent of respondents as the most significant occurrence of the year.
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NTSA urges motorists, parents to prioritise child safety as schools reopen
The authority said the return to school period presents increased risks on the roads, particularly for children, and called for strict compliance with traffic regulations and vehicle safety requirements.
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Former Shinyalu MP Daniel Khamasi is dead
He served as the Shinyalu legislator for two consecutive terms, first elected in 1997 and re-elected in 2002, before leaving Parliament following the 2007 General Election.
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Orengo addresses speculation about his health, explains trip to India
Speculation about the Siaya Governor’s health had intensified during his absence, with many raising concerns about his health status.
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Ruth Odinga: Those claiming to have had private talks with Raila before death are lying
Her remarks come at the backdrop of claims by a section of politicians who say they held conversations with the late former Prime Minister privately and he told them the direction the ODM party should take even in his absence.
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Western leaders close ranks as Wetang’ula, Mudavadi push for unity ahead of 2027
The National Assembly Speaker said the unity drive would be broadened to include other leaders from across Western region, stressing that the Luhya community could only gain meaningful bargaining power in national politics by speaking with one voice.