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PS Kiptoo calls on Kenyans to embrace new taxes
Kiptoo urged Kenyans to brace for "minor" adjustments to taxes if the government moves forward with this approach.
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Somalia aid crisis worsens for women and children
Somalia's humanitarian crisis has reached alarming new heights with one of the worst hunger crises in the world.
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Ministry of Defence requests Sh40.7bn budget boost
Out of the Sh204.5 billion originally requested, the Ministry received Sh163.5 billion.
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Opposition leaders demand full disclosure on IEBC appointments
In a statement released on Tuesday, the leaders said the process was marked by secrecy, bias, and state influence.
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Nairobi court clears way for Afghan politician’s extradition to US
The arrest took place in Nairobi on April 14, 2025, when Qadir was detained by Kenyan police at a local hotel shortly after landing on a Qatar Airways flight.
Health and Wellness
NHIF verification team operations suspended over legal dispute
The committee had been established under Gazette Notice No. 4069 dated March 28, 2025.
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Kenya, Dominican Republic partner on medical access for Haiti Mission
The MoU signed in Santo Domingo, will allow for medical evacuation, repatriation of injured personnel, and logistical access for Kenyan peacekeepers operating in Haiti.
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Deputy Governors decry powerlessness, demand legal reform
The deputy governors said the current legal setup treats them like spectators in their own governments.
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Rainfall to ease, but cold nights and heatwaves persist
Showers and thunderstorms are expected in a few places on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, while light showers will continue at night through Saturday.
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NIS warns Kenya faces border threats on nearly all fronts
NIS Director General Noordin Haji outlined the growing security risks, focusing on Kenya’s vulnerabilities due to outdated military equipment.
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Court freezes Skiza, Hello Tune royalties over artists’ pay dispute
This development comes amid a push by artists Justus Ngemu and Saul Esikuri to have ring-back tune earnings sent directly to musicians.
Education and Career
KNEC to fine schools Sh500 for each late CBC project upload in 2025
Schools are expected to administer these tasks, assess them, and upload the students' scores by July 31, 2025.
Technology
Google refreshes iconic 'G' logo with subtle design update
The updated design stays true to the company’s familiar four-colour palette, yet introduces softer transitions.
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All missing Kenyans have returned home, says President Ruto
He gave the assurance during a joint press briefing with visiting Finnish President Alexander Stubb.
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Tears in court as suspects in Brian Odhiambo’s disappearance freed
Brian’s mother, Elizabeth Auma, broke down in tears outside the courtroom following the ruling
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Road Safety Week: NTSA ramps up awareness amid rising casualties
The week-long campaign, which runs until May 18, 2025, is part of a global effort led by the World Health Organization to reduce road traffic deaths and injuries.
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UDA: Gachagua ceased to be a member in January after Deputy Party leader ouster
The ruling party described Gachagua’s announcement as "mere theatrics" and "inconsequential."
Health and Wellness
Health Ministry partners with UNAIDS to strengthen national HIV sesponse
The partnership focuses on delivering coordinated technical assistance and enhancing the capacity of health and social systems.
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Plain clothes police fired bullets before Rex died, court told
Masai, a participant in youth-led protests for better governance, was fatally hit during that confrontation.
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Underfunded security forces leave Kenya vulnerable to cross-border threat- Haji
He warned that the continued underfunding of security agencies is weakening the country’s ability to defend itself.
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Charles Were Murder: Court orders 7-day detention for Aroko
The court granted the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) permission to detain him for a week.
Global Affairs
UK eyes 18-month graduate visa to cut migration
In addition, the government is considering a new charge on income earned by universities from international students.
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Former DP Gachagua cuts ties with UDA, citing broken promises, lost ideals
His decision, which he says takes effect immediately, was made public on Monday through a strongly worded statement.
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Kenya, Finland strengthen ties with new deals and expanded cooperation
The high-level meeting also covered a wide range of priority sectors, including education and health.
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Police officers in Baby Pendo case banned from Kisumu estates
The High Court issued the directive on Monday following concerns raised over potential contact between the accused and victims of the violence.
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Three arrested over Athi River robberies
The trio is suspected to have been involved in a violent robbery that occurred at Sanergy Limited Company.
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KICC demands Sh50m as MPs risk access disruption
Despite these challenges, the commission has already settled payments amounting to Sh134 million.
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IEBC Chair and Commissioner nominees to be vetted on May 26
This follows the publication of a public notice in the local dailies on May 12, 2025.
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KNUT boss Oyuu calls for timely release of school capitation funds
Oyuu emphasized that the success of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system depends on timely and adequate funding for schools.
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DP Kindiki lectures CS Ruku over public outburst
Kindiki expressed disapproval of the newly appointed CS's demand for the government to focus on tarmacking roads in the region.