Global Affairs
UN expert urges global companies to cut ties with Israel
Israel dismissed the report as “groundless, defamatory and a flagrant abuse of office,” and has long accused Albanese of hostility and antisemitism.
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Business
KRA sets up independent unit to handle customs tax disputes
According to KRA, the review process has been separated from the Customs Department to enhance neutrality and create a transparent channel for resolving tax disputes.
Global Affairs
Ethiopia completes controversial mega-dam on Blue Nile
Ethiopia views the project as essential to powering its economy and expanding electricity access across the country, where about 60% of the population still lives without reliable power.
News
SRC announces exit of CEO Anne Gitau after 13 years of service
Under her guidance, the SRC has gained a reputation as a regional leader in developing innovative and equitable pay systems.
Health and Wellness
Top health officials face fines over expired medical supplies - CS Duale
Duale said senior officials at the Kenya Medical Supplies Agency will be fined for any expired drugs found in their stores.
News
Court grants IPOA 7 more days to hold officers in Kariuki killing probe
Following the ruling, the officers will remain in custody at Capitol Hill Police Station until July 10.
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Police summon blogger Kinyagia after reappearance in court
According to the police, creating false reports and staging abductions are criminal offences that not only distort facts but also harm the credibility of law enforcement and fuel unnecessary public anxiety.
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Ruto meets His Royal Highness Prince of Wales
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation for the shared benefit of their people, with a focus on delivering tangible development results and safeguarding the planet.
Entertainment
Reservoir Dogs actor Michael Madsen dies aged 67
He is believed to have died of cardiac arrest, according to a representative.
News
Autopsy reveals bullet fragments in shot mask hawker brain
The post-mortem also verified the accuracy of a video showing a police officer firing at close range and striking Kariuki in the head.
News
Echoes of defiance: Revisiting Saba Saba as new demos loom
Then, under the firm grip of President Daniel Arap Moi, Kenya was a one-party state where dissent was criminalized and political freedom suppressed.
Health and Wellness
Pneumonia, cancer and heart disease top causes of death in Kenya – KNBS
In 2020, cardiac arrest, also known as cardiopulmonary arrest,was the top cause of hospital deaths, claiming 9,332 lives, followed by pneumonia with 9,061 and cancer with 6,078 deaths.
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New bill seeks to ease citizenship path for stateless communities
The amendment proposes that any stateless person who has lived in Kenya continuously for at least seven years be considered lawfully resident and eligible for citizenship through registration.
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Mudavadi defends Kenya–UK strategic alliance amid foreign policy debate
His comments follow increasing public discourse on Kenya’s international alliances, particularly after recent high-profile engagements with the United States and the European Union.
Technology
Google’s customizable Gemini chatbots are now in Docs, Sheets, and Gmail
Gems are now available directly in the side panel of Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, Drive, and Gmail, allowing users to access custom chatbots they’ve created or a selection of pre-made offerings without switching between apps.
News
Rights groups sound alarm over declining democratic freedoms in Kenya
Eric Mukoya and Innovation Foundation for Democracy director Achille Mbembe raised concern over what they described as a widespread collapse in public faith in democratic governance.
News
Court bars police from arresting blogger Ndiangui Kinyagia
The case will be heard again on July 18.
Business
New Sh2.6 billion Shimoni fishing port set to boost marine sector
The new port includes a 75-metre by 30-metre jetty and a 135-metre causeway capable of docking two vessels at once.
News
Senators push for legal changes to grant municipalities financial autonomy
Kericho Governor Eric Mutai, who appeared before the committee, said the Urban Areas and Cities Act must be amended to allow municipalities to keep and use the revenue they collect.
News
Over 1,000 health facilities shut down for SHA fraud, says Ruto
These facilities, located in Kisumu, Bungoma, Busia, Nairobi, Mandera, Wajir, Kajiado, and Kilifi, were found to be engaged in various forms of malpractice.
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Ex-MCA files petition to remove Sakaja over gross misconduct
In his petition, Ochar argues that the Nairobi County Assembly has the authority to initiate the impeachment process under Standing Order 213, once the matter is subjected to public participation.
Crime
Mental health concerns grow as suicide cases rise
Within just three days, police recorded five deaths in Siaya, Kajiado, Busia, Kisii, and Nyamira counties prompting fresh calls for early intervention and stronger mental health support.
News
Kenyans still buying counterfeit goods despite high awareness, says report
The Authority estimates that one in every five products sold in the Kenyan market is counterfeit, leading to a loss of about Sh800 billion every year.
News
Governors face budget blow as Senate caps recurrent spending
The Senate approved a significant reduction of the expenditure limit for county executives from Sh33.75 billion in the previous financial year to Sh23.41 billion.
News
DCI boss Amin expected in court over activist Ndiang'ui's disappearance
High Court Judge Chacha Mwita issued the directive after the DCI failed to comply with earlier orders to produce the activist dead or alive. Amin is expected in court at 11 am.
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Authority warns against market allocation in logistics sector
Kemei cautioned that approving quotas for local companies could have serious legal implications and disrupt market operations.
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Blogger Kinyagia resurfaces 12 days after disappearance
His return to communication comes after days of public concern and questions about his whereabouts.
Business
AfDB: Kenya losing Sh194 billion annually to graft and tax loopholes
In addition, tax exemptions and incentives are causing a further revenue loss of Sh105 billion each year.
News
Shortage of booklets delays birth certificates across Kenya
According to the KNBS report, Nairobi issued the highest number of birth certificates at 152,433, followed by Kiambu with 67,632 and Kilifi at 62,352.
Global Affairs
Microsoft cuts 9,000 jobs as AI reshapes workforce
Microsoft currently employs 228,000 people globally, according to figures from June 2024.