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Motorists move to court to stop tolling of Rironi–Mau Summit Highway

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Motorists move to court to stop tolling of Rironi–Mau Summit Highway

They argue that the state should use money collected through taxes, sovereign loans, the Road Maintenance Levy Fund, and other national levies, instead of turning the highway into a toll road. According to them, the proposed charge of Sh8 per kilometre is unjust because motorists have financed the construction and maintenance of the country’s main roads for years.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Malava’s Panyako disputes election results as Kasipul’s Aroko concedes

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Malava’s Panyako disputes election results as Kasipul’s Aroko concedes

Panyako alleged that irregularities marred the election process in Malava. He claimed that out of 198 polling stations, 134 had voted in his favor, but manipulation in 54 stations undermined the results.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Global measles deaths drop sharply, but outbreaks surge- WHO

Health and Wellness

Global measles deaths drop sharply, but outbreaks surge- WHO

In 2024, measles cases surged by 86% in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region, 47% in Europe, and 42% in South-East Asia, compared with 2019

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

LSK raises alarm over disruptions during Thursday’s by-elections

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LSK raises alarm over disruptions during Thursday’s by-elections

LSK said its observers had been monitoring the elections closely and were troubled by the level of unrest, noting that elections are meant to be peaceful exercises in democratic participation. The society emphasized that no citizen should face threats or intimidation when exercising their right to vote.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Senator Cherargei demands action on election malpractices

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Senator Cherargei demands action on election malpractices

Speaking in Parliament on Friday at the media centre, Cherargei dismissed claims that the victory was marginal, insisting that the results reflected the will of the people and the outcome should not be downplayed.

David Bogonko Nyokang'i 28 Nov 2025

Two-day nurses screening review meeting concludes in Garissa

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Two-day nurses screening review meeting concludes in Garissa

The forum reviewed progress in early identification and intervention for children with disabilities, assessed current screening practices.

Yunis Dekow 28 Nov 2025

Hong Kong tower fire leaves 128 dead, families search for missing

Global Affairs

Hong Kong tower fire leaves 128 dead, families search for missing

The affected towers, part of Wang Fuk Court, had been undergoing renovations when the blaze broke out. Officials said Styrofoam installed on the exterior of the windows helped the fire spread rapidly.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Peru jails two former Presidents amid political turmoil

Global Affairs

Peru jails two former Presidents amid political turmoil

Pedro Castillo, who served as president from 2021 until his impeachment in 2022, received an 11-year jail term on Thursday for attempting to dissolve Congress and govern by decree.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Rebels in UDA told to quit or face contest

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Rebels in UDA told to quit or face contest

Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, November 28, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said disloyal members should either resign or face the party in a fair contest.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Ahmed Maalim Hassan wins Banissa Constituency seat

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Ahmed Maalim Hassan wins Banissa Constituency seat

Speaking moments after being announced the winner, Hassan expressed deep gratitude to the people of Banissa, dedicating the victory to them rather than himself.

Yunis Dekow 28 Nov 2025

France to intercept small boats after pressure from UK

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France to intercept small boats after pressure from UK

The change in policy comes after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer wrote to President Emmanuel Macron urging him to back the plan and saying we currently "have no effective deterrent" in the Channel, according to a report in Le Monde.

Samuel Otieno 28 Nov 2025

Two Rivers Mall comes alive as Somali Cultural Festival kicks off

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Two Rivers Mall comes alive as Somali Cultural Festival kicks off

Somalia’s Ambassador to Kenya, Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, said culture remains one of the strongest ways to build connections between nations.

Chrispho Owuor 28 Nov 2025

Government unveils new support measures for MSMEs across Kenya

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Government unveils new support measures for MSMEs across Kenya

Cooperative and MSME Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya outlined the initiatives during the 4th Kenya Public-Private Sector MSMEs Dialogue at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Sports Complex in Kisumu.

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

Editors Guild pushes State to act as attacks and delayed pay hit journalists

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Editors Guild pushes State to act as attacks and delayed pay hit journalists

KEG President Zubeida Kananu told the gathering that many journalists continue to work under growing fear, pointing to harassment, physical injury, and threats that have become common during major public events.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

High Court voids timelines set for NLC in land injustice cases

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High Court voids timelines set for NLC in land injustice cases

The decision stems from a petition filed by activist and Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, who challenged amendments that attempted to give the NLC a one-year window to reach determinations and three years to carry out remedies in matters involving past land crimes. The court agreed with him that these timelines had no constitutional basis and would interfere with the Commission’s role.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embaló/HANDOUT

Global Affairs

Embaló arrives in Senegal after Guinea-Bissau military ousts him

In a statement, Senegal’s foreign ministry said Embaló landed “safe and sound” aboard a chartered military aircraft, marking the first public sighting of the former president since soldiers took control in Bissau.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

ELOG flags violence, voter access issues in November by-elections

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ELOG flags violence, voter access issues in November by-elections

ELOG deployed 100 mobile observers across 22 electoral areas, covering both urban and rural regions. The team monitored key stages of the electoral process—including the opening, voting, closing, and counting of ballots—and submitted real-time reports through digital tools.

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

By 90, I hope to see Kenya as a first-world nation - Ruto

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By 90, I hope to see Kenya as a first-world nation - Ruto

Ruto urged citizens to share in this optimism, warning that scepticism and negative thinking have slowed the country’s progress. He encouraged Kenyans to trust in their nation’s potential, stressing that development is attainable through careful planning, consistency, and united effort.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Ruto launches Rironi–Mau Summit road upgrade, vows trade growth and jobs

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Ruto launches Rironi–Mau Summit road upgrade, vows trade growth and jobs

The Rironi–Mau Summit corridor stretches 175 kilometers, while the Nairobi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha section covers 58 kilometers. Both roads are being built under a world-class Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with a total investment exceeding Sh170 billion.

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

ODM reclaims Magarini seat as Harrison Kombe wins by-election

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ODM reclaims Magarini seat as Harrison Kombe wins by-election

The contest unfolded as a direct duel between Kombe, supported by politicians aligned with the government, and Kenga, who had the backing of the United Opposition. Harrison Kombe had previously lost the seat in 2024 when the Supreme Court upheld a decision to nullify his 2022 election victory.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

16 arrested following attack on MP Kaluma during Kasipul by-election

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16 arrested following attack on MP Kaluma during Kasipul by-election

The suspects were found in possession of ten pangas, five knives, rungus, and stones, and are currently in police custody awaiting arraignment.

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

CS Murkomen vows swift action after isolated by-election violence

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CS Murkomen vows swift action after isolated by-election violence

The by-elections, conducted across 22 electoral units, were affected by sporadic clashes, disruptions, and heightened tensions, with reports of injuries and property damage in several areas.

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

Trump administration orders review of Green Cards from 19 countries

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Trump administration orders review of Green Cards from 19 countries

The move comes after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard members in Washington DC on Wednesday, leaving them seriously injured.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Ruto hails by-election winners, calls for unity and development

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Ruto hails by-election winners, calls for unity and development

In a statement, the President congratulated several leaders allied to the UDA and ODM parties, acknowledging their strong performance at the polls.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Trump orders halt on entries from “Third World Countries”

Global Affairs

Trump orders halt on entries from “Third World Countries”

His announcement came shortly after a National Guard member was killed near the White House, an attack he tied to failures he blamed on screening systems used during Joe Biden’s time in office.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

Traders directed to report pre-closure macadamia stocks before December 1

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Traders directed to report pre-closure macadamia stocks before December 1

In a notice signed by Director General Bruno Linyiru, AFA said the closure will run from December 1, 2025 to February 15, 2026, and reminded the industry that this directive follows an advisory issued on November 10, 2025.

David Abonyo 28 Nov 2025

Report shows police offences rising as political gangs reorganise

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Report shows police offences rising as political gangs reorganise

The 2025 National Security Report, presented in Parliament by President William Ruto, paints the picture of a police service battling both external threats and growing misconduct within its own ranks.

Rose Achieng 28 Nov 2025

Were promises inclusive leadership after winning Kasipul by-election

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Were promises inclusive leadership after winning Kasipul by-election

Were was joined by a team of ODM leaders led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, and lawmakers Peter Kaluma of Homa Bay Town and Lilian Gogo of Rangwe. Also present were MCAs Nicholas Owaka and Florence Ouma. The leaders said the outcome reflected the trust residents continued to place in ODM.

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025

CBK Governor Kamau Thugge during past function. PHOTO/Kenya Banking Insights

Business

Kenya Kwanza’s three-year borrowing pushes debt to Sh11.8 trillion

According to the CBK data presented by Governor Kamau Thugge, the national debt stood at Sh8.7 trillion during the 2021/22 financial year, coinciding with President Ruto’s first year in office.

Rose Achieng 28 Nov 2025

Leo Wamuthende vows inclusive leadership after Mbeere North victory

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Leo Wamuthende vows inclusive leadership after Mbeere North victory

Wamuthende assured that his leadership would be inclusive. “I have made a commitment not only to those who elected me but to all residents of Mbeere North. I will be there," he said. “Whichever choice they made, I am now the MP. I will discharge my duty without any discrimination."

Maureen Kinyanjui 28 Nov 2025