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Peter Ndegwa replaces Michael Joseph as Board Chair in Ethiopia operations
Ndegwa, who is currently the chief executive officer of Safaricom Group, steps into the role after four years of Joseph’s leadership.
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Somaliland opens mission in Nairobi
The event, held on Thursday, was attended by senior Kenyan leaders and members of the international community, including delegates from Somaliland.
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Speaker Wetang’ula cautions against court interference in IEBC vetting
Wetang’ula on Thursday stressed that Parliament, as a constitutional organ, must be allowed to carry out its duties without interference from the Judiciary.
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Gachagua seeks full-term payout after impeachment
Gachagua informed the court that he wishes to amend his initial petition by removing the request to be reinstated and instead pursue financial compensation.
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From Kibera to global stage: Kennedy Odede named 2025 Nelson Mandela prize winner
The prestigious Nelson Mandela Prize is awarded every five years to individuals who demonstrate lifelong dedication to promoting human rights, social justice, and development.
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Siaya man surrenders after beheading grandmother
The suspect, identified as 45-year-old George Opondo, is said to have used an axe to carry out the brutal killing of Jenipher Aduol before hiding her body inside her home.
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World Bank warns of excessive public servant per diems wasting billions
Data reveals that when civil servants travel to the United States, they receive about $513 (Sh66,317) per person every day.
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Raila donates land for 1,000 affordable homes as Ruto launches Sh3.5 bn Housing Project in Kisumu
Odinga noted that he is willing to work closely with the current administration to help solve issues facing the country, adding that such cooperation is necessary for progress.
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EPRA raids illegal fuel site in Mombasa, recovers 23,000 litres of diesel
The raid in Port Reitz on Thursday was conducted under the leadership of Coast Regional Manager Francis Keri and Coast Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno.
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AG Oduor breaks silence: I still hold the Public Seal
"The custody of the Public Seal is clearly provided for by law, and that position remains unchanged. I am still in custody of the Seal, contrary to what has been reported in the media," declared the AG.
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Ford recalls 1.1 million vehicles over camera software issue
The recall affects various models from the 2021 to 2024 model years, including the Bronco, F-150.
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Namibia honors colonial genocide victims as reparations demand grows
Between 1904 and 1908, German forces were responsible for the deaths of approximately 65,000 OvaHerero and 10,000 Nama people.
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CS Duale apologizes for cancer treatment failures at KNH
Duale admitted that the equipment had broken down, acknowledging the serious impact it has had on patients relying on the facility for cancer care.
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Haitian activists tell President Ruto to withdraw Kenyan police from Haiti
The group, Haiti’s Unfinished Liberation of Dessalines (HULOD), said the deployment of Kenyan police under the Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission is both unlawful and a betrayal of African and Haitian struggles for freedom.
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Sudan’s cholera toll rises to 172 deaths amid 2,000 cases treated by MSF
Doctors Without Borders, known as Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has expressed grave concerns over Sudan's inadequate medical infrastructure to manage the escalating crisis.
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South Africans mourn celebrated actor Presley Chweneyagae, dead at 40
Family spokesperson Mzwakhe Sigudla said, "Paramedics had attended to him, but he couldn't make it."
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IEBC’s Sh3.8 billion pending bills raise concerns ahead of 2027 polls
Of the outstanding amount, Sh2.65 billion is for legal fees and Sh298 million for election logistics.
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Mediheal hands over 382 kidney transplant files to DCI as probe deepens
The hospital’s lawyers Katwa Kigen and Conrad Maloba delivered the documents on Wednesday to officers from the Transnational Organized Crime Unit at the DCI headquarters.
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“I am because of Him”: Mukoma wa Ngugi pays tribute to his father
"It tears my heart to say that my father, Ngugi Wa Thiong'o, passed away earlier today," Mukoma wrote in a heartfelt post.
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Musk breaks with Trump over massive spending bill
Musk, who played a key role in Trump’s 2024 re-election and previously led a government task force on reducing federal spending, said the legislation "increases the budget deficit, not just decreases it".
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Renowned Kenyan writer Ngugi wa Thiong'o is dead
"It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dad, Ngũgĩ Wa Thiong'o, this Wednesday morning, 28th May 2025," said his family.
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President Ruto’s push for tougher graft law hits snag in Senate
The lawmakers voted to extend the period from 14 to 45 days, arguing that the proposed amendments were too detailed to handle within the initial deadline.
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MPs cast doubt on Koimburi’s kidnap claims, call for probe
The lawmakers spoke on Wednesday after the Chair of the Internal Administration and National Security Committee, Gabriel Tongoyo tabled preliminary findings indicating the MP may have staged his kidnapping.
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Ruto, Raila open new chapter with first joint visit
This event will bring together the two leaders in a powerful show of unity aimed at fostering national inclusion and development.
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Kibaki’s children declare estate worth Sh50 million amid court dispute
Judith Wanjiku, one of Kibaki’s children, has filed documents listing seven land parcels in Othaya and Nyeri worth a combined Sh50 million as the main assets of the former Head of State.
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Private funded Mombasa-Nairobi expressway set to cut travel time by more than half
The announcement was made by Kyle McCarter, former United States Ambassador to Kenya and chairman of the project developer, who said the final phase of fundraising is underway.
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Indiana Pacers trounce New York Knicks to edge closer to NBA final
In addition to collecting his second career postseason triple-double, Haliburton made five 3-pointers and four steals to help the Pacers take a 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
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MPs reject Khalwale’s bid to pull out Bodaboda Regulation Bill
Despite Khalwale’s decision to pull back the bill after public concerns, the National Assembly voted against a motion to discharge it, meaning it will proceed through the legislative process.
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MPs denied access to Koimburi at hospital despite Speaker’s directive
Narok West MP Ole Tongoyo said he and Turkana West MP Epuyo Nanok visited the hospital on Tuesday evening after the House session but were not allowed to see Koimburi despite multiple attempts.
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Explainer: How Kenya’s Presidential pardon system works
Anchored in Article 133 of the Constitution, this authority is exercised on the advice of the Advisory Committee on the Power of Mercy and is designed to balance justice with compassion.