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Linda Mwananchi registers 25,000 members mid ODM Rift
Linda Mwananchi has emerged as a counter to the Linda Ground movement led by ODM loyalists aligned with Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga.
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Ruto touts progress, sends “Tuko Kadi” message to opposition
The president’s remarks come amid the rising popularity of the “tuko kadi” slogan, which has become a rallying cry for youth engagement in the upcoming 2027 elections.
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Kisumu–Malaba SGR extension to cut costs, boost regional trade- Ruto
President Ruto reassured Kenyans that the country’s development drive continues despite skepticism.
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Kenya offers 30% incentive to cruise tourists visiting national parks
The incentive, introduced in partnership with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), is designed to improve the cruise-to-park experience through organised excursions to key destinations such as Tsavo East, Tsavo West, Amboseli National Park, and Kenya’s Marine Parks.
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Oburu urges joint control of Lake Victoria to end fishermen harassment
Oginga argued that cooperative management of the lake would reduce harassment and conflicts that have affected fishermen and border communities. He stressed that peaceful coexistence requires both countries to see Lake Victoria as a common resource, jointly monitored and managed.
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Mudavadi: One SGR trip can carry load of 200 trucks
Mudavadi said the line will handle up to 4,000 tonnes in one journey, easing the burden on roads that have long carried most of the cargo. He noted that the shift to rail will not only improve efficiency but also help lower transport challenges faced by businesses.
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Raila dream alive’ says Junet fires at SGR critics
Addressing the gathering, Junet dismissed claims that the railway was a “rail to nowhere,” arguing that such views were based on a lack of understanding of the project’s broader plan. He maintained that the railway has always been intended to grow into a key link connecting Kenya to the wider region.
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Ruto, Museveni ground-break Sh500 billion SGR extension in Kisumu
The planned line will stretch 369 kilometres from Naivasha, passing through Narok and Kisumu before terminating at Malaba on the Kenya-Uganda border. With a projected cost of Sh500 billion, the project is expected to play a central role in linking inland regions to the Port of Mombasa while strengthening trade routes across East Africa.
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Kenyan Embassy in Berlin clarifies diaspora voter registration has not started
The Embassy explained that the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has not yet launched the voter registration exercise at the Berlin mission.
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Opposition urges IEBC to drop Smartmatic ahead of 2027 polls
The opposition also urged the Judiciary, led by Chief Justice Martha Koome, to accelerate the handling of all pending election cases, particularly those concerning alleged unlawful procurement of electoral materials.
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Police launch crackdown as bandit attacks surge in Meru, Isiolo, Samburu, Laikipia
Tips can be reported at the nearest police station, through toll-free lines 999, 911, or 112, anonymously via the Fichua kwa DCI hotline on 0800722203, or through WhatsApp at 0709570000.
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Vihiga Senator recounts Wilson Airport crash landing ordeal flags safety gaps
However, the Senator raised serious concerns about the airport’s preparedness to handle emergencies. He pointed out the absence of immediate rescue operations and emergency services, highlighting a lack of ambulances on site.
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Eight arrested as detectives uncover fertiliser fraud ring in Kakamega
The suspects were arrested during a raid at Ejinja Village in Rurambi Sub-County. The operation was carried out by detectives from DCI headquarters working alongside officers from Kakamega, after the site was placed under close watch over suspected illegal activities.
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Ruto pledges Sh20 million for Kisumu Jamia Mosque construction
Ruto said the funds would serve as a starting amount, with additional fundraising to be organised by the community and government officials.
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Eid family fun day at MOW Sports Club, South C brings games, food, and community spirit
Families gathered at MOW Sports Club in South C, Nairobi, for an Eid Family Fun Day featuring children’s games, halal food, and safe outdoor activities, highlighting community, inclusivity, and post-Ramadan togetherness.
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Oburu: Why ODM won’t abandon power for unknown alliances
President Ruto is currently touring counties in the Nyanza region, including Kisumu, for a four-day visit. He is expected to launch several projects, including the extension of the SGR to Kisumu and onwards to Malaba.
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Safety lapses suspected as NCA probes deadly Nairobi, Kericho construction collapses
The Authority indicated that preliminary investigations point to structural and procedural failures as likely causes of the incidents, both of which occurred during critical phases of slab casting.
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Ruto dismisses body-shaming Opposition leaders claim, calls for issue-based politics
Speaking at State Lodge Kisumu during an Eid-ul-Fitr luncheon with leaders, the Head of State said he had exercised restraint despite what he described as sustained personal attacks over the past two years.
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Senator Oburu defends Ruto, questions political double standards
Oburu’s comments directly addressed critics who have labelled the President’s approach combative, particularly in rebuttals to opponents. He suggested that a double standard exists in judging political conduct, noting that criticism intensifies only when Ruto responds.
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Nairobi braces for heavy rains as Met issues weekend warning
In an advisory, the department said the enhanced rainfall will begin on Friday, March 20 at 3pm and persist until Monday, March 23 at 9am, with the most intense downpours forecast between Friday and Sunday before easing at the start of the week.
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US-Israel war on Iran triggers shutdown of trade in Garissa
The traders said uncertainty in export markets, particularly across the Gulf, has forced them to halt buying to avoid accumulating unsold stock.
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Seventeen counties fail to spend most of development funds, says CoB
Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o noted that county governments collectively spent Sh32.49 billion on development, which represents just 14 per cent of the total annual development allocation of Sh228.20 billion.
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CA Put on the spot over stalled Sh 217 million system and audit queries
Officials led by Director-General David Mugonyi appeared before the committee chaired by Navakholo MP Emmanuel Wangwe, where members pressed for clarity on delayed projects, revenue losses, and governance issues within the authority.
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Focus on Kenyans’ needs, not Ruto attacks, Duale tells Opposition
Duale stressed that national conversations should be anchored on policies that improve lives rather than political attacks.
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MPs demand sweeping reforms to support persons with disabilities
Chairperson Timothy Wanyonyi noted an alarming incident at Moi International Airport, where a passenger in a wheelchair was left stranded because staff were not prepared to assist and necessary mobility aids were missing.
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Eid ul-Fitr explained: Meaning, traditions and why it matters
The timing of Eid ul-Fitr is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon, marking the start of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar. Because the calendar follows the lunar cycle, the exact date changes each year.
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JSC to interview 50 candidates for Environment and Land Court judgeships
According to the JSC, this exercise is part of efforts to expand judicial resources and ensure faster resolution of cases, particularly those relating to land ownership, use, and environmental management, which continue to be among the most contested issues in Kenya.
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Britam confirms death of Chairman Kuria Muchiru after short illness
Britam Holdings PLC has announced the death of its chairman, Kuria Muchiru, who died on March 19, 2026 after a short illness in Kenya, prompting tributes for his decades of corporate leadership.
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Britt Yamamoto advocates “soil-centric” leadership for sustainable growth
Drawing from farming experience, global health expertise, and decades of mentoring, he urges leaders to focus on cultivating the conditions for growth rather than forcing immediate outcomes. Leadership, he emphasizes, is about nurturing environments and enabling long-term success.
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Ruto calls for unity and faith as Muslims mark Eid ul-Fitr
Eid ul-Fitr is among the most important events in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of Ramadan, a sacred period during which Muslims fast daily from dawn to sunset, engage in prayer, reflect on their faith, and give to charity.