Health and Wellness
Kenya raises WHO contributions by 20pc to boost global health fund
For the 2024–2025 period, Kenya’s assessed contribution is $356,510 (about Sh46 million).
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Business
Gov't defends hustler fund amid Sh6bn loan write-off plan
Despite the high number of defaulters, Mang’eni defended the fund, saying that 9 million borrowers are still active and have continued to repay.
Global Affairs
US judge warns deportation to South Sudan may breach court order
The deportations are part of wider efforts by the Trump administration to carry out mass removals of undocumented migrants.
Education and Career
KNEC to scrap 70 TVET courses by November 2025
In a circular dated May 5, KNEC said the outdated non-modular courses will not be offered beyond that date.
Global Affairs
Trump confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa in Oval Office
Trump showed a video depicting hate speech and alleged genocide against white farmers.
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Teen’s testimony jails stepfather for life over defilement
JAA was found guilty of incest and sentenced to life imprisonment by the Naivasha Magistrate’s Court in 2015.
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IEBC admits failure to review boundaries risks credibility of 2027 election
The commission admitted the legal deadline for reviewing boundaries had already lapsed, but maintained that skipping the exercise would undermine the credibility of the election.
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Orwoba defiant after UDA expulsion
In a series of Facebook posts, Orwoba dismissed the actions against her as a distraction and suggested they were part of a larger political plan.
Business
Treasury imposes new transparency rules to reform PPPs
The circular demands that contracting authorities publicly announce the receipt of any PIP within 14 days.
Global Affairs
Former Ukrainian official shot dead outside school in Madrid
The gunman fled into a nearby wooded park after firing several shots at Portnov, according to Spanish media.
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Boniface Mwangi still held by immigration, Tanzanian lawyer says
The President of the Tanganyika Law Society, Boniface Mwabukusi, confirmed that the two are no longer in police custody but remain under the control of the Tanzanian Immigration Department.
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Governor Sakaja stops Mukuru evictions, urges dialogue with developer
The residents live on a 100-acre parcel of land that the developer says legally belongs to him.
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Ministry needs Sh4.3bn for President Ruto’s culture agenda
Cabinet Secretary Hanna Cheptumo told the Sports and Culture Committee in Parliament that most of the planned work has no allocation in the 2025/26 budget.
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Nairobi thug nabbed returning to scene with gun in socks
Police reported that the individual intended to target motorists who were stranded due to a vehicle breakdown.
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Kenya to inject Sh2.5 billion into renewable energy push
The Ministry of Energy is prioritizing clean cooking gas for low-income households.
Education and Career
TSC under fire over alleged bias in teacher promotions
TSC faces heat over promotions favouring certain regions.
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NCIC probing 28 hate cases, raises alarm on national unity
The Commission said it is using its 'Wall of Shame' to name those promoting hate and division.
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Nairobi County targets matatu congestion with new route limits, cashless fare rules
The county also plans to designate official pickup and drop-off points and ban matatus from picking passengers at petrol stations.
Global Affairs
Pemba Airport expansion begins with Sh516 billion boost
Deputy Minister for Works, Communications and Transport, Nadir Abdulatif, told Parliament on Tuesday that construction began in November 2024.
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Govt releases Sh3.52bn for April Inua Jamii payments
The funds were disbursed through the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs.
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NCIC: Gachagua’s “Christmas Party” comment an insult to victims, vows to take action
"There is nothing festive about the deaths, displacement, and devastation that marked that period," the Commission said in its statement.
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Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba loses seat as Speaker Kingi declares vacancy
The declaration was made through a notice by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi
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Shakahola horror: Witnesses tell of children starved and tortured
Mackenzie and 38 co-accused face charges related to the torture and cruelty of children.
Education and Career
Moi University layoffs spark uproar from union chiefs
The union leaders are calling on Moi University management to clarify the criteria used to select staff for redundancy.
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Senator Omtatah warns of life-threatening flaws in new Sh9bn Bunge Tower
He pointed to the lack of a medical wing, basic emergency tools, and lifts that can accommodate stretchers as unacceptable shortcomings for a facility meant to host lawmakers.
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CS Kagwe: Only 3% of bank loans reach Agriculture
He challenged banks to craft financing models that respond to the realities of agriculture, including seasonal production cycles and smallholder constraints.
Global Affairs
Aid trucks enter Gaza, but no supplies distributed, says UN
Global experts have warned of an approaching famine in the territory.
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Cash bail refunds made simple: What you need to know
When cash bail is granted, and the accused does not run away, the court orders that the money be refunded to the person who paid it.
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Raila defends ODM members in government, calls for patience
He described them as "experts donated to government," emphasizing their role in driving positive change.
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Karua deported over legal breach, says Tanzanian government
Karua was removed from the country before she could appear in court, where Lissu faces treason charges linked to his call for electoral reforms.