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State fails to present missing activist Kinyagia despite court order
Itegi stressed that Kinyagia was not arrested because he was not found at the premises and insisted he is not being held by any state agency.
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Kalonzo wants neutral mediators in Gen Z–Gov’t talks
Kalonzo said that appointing neutral facilitators such as representatives from the African Union, respected church leaders, or eminent persons would foster honest, balanced discussions.
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Tension at Milimani court as man accuses police of abducting blogger
The emotional outburst unfolded as the court was receiving submissions from the DCI, following a directive issued on Monday requiring Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome and DCI Director Mohamed Amin to produce the missing blogger in court.
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Ruto’s UK visit to cement Sh266 billion Kenya-UK strategic deal
The agreement, which will be inked at 10 Downing Street with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, is expected to unlock up to Sh266 billion in British support by 2030.
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Obado graft case adjourned to allow plea bargain talks
Lawyers from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) requested a one-month postponement to allow time for ongoing plea bargain discussions to conclude.
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Plan unveiled for Sh622 million wildlife corridor linking Nairobi Park to Kapiti
The corridor is expected to pass through the former Sheep and Goat Research Facility land and a Kenya Pipeline Corporation wayleave before entering East African Portland Cement (EAPC) land.
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Senate gazette sets 3-day impeachment trial for Governor Guyo
. The sessions will be dedicated entirely to investigating the impeachment charges brought against Guyo by the Isiolo County Assembly—charges the governor has vigorously fought to block through the courts.
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Gov't seeks views on national internet standards amid crackdown on illegal fiber lines
Citizens have until midday on July 14 to submit feedback via email or postal address as outlined on the ICTA website.
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KNEC reports loss of key land title as auditor flags gaps in state asset records
The council said the missing deed could have implications for its operations, adding that internal investigations are underway.
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Kenya’s import bill declines for first time in five years on lower fuel costs
According to provisional data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), imports between January and April 2025 amounted to Sh882.16 billion, a 3.63 percent decrease compared to Sh915.43 billion in the same period last year.
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Macron: France and Kenya united on development and climate agenda
Speaking from Seville, Spain, at a high-level global cooperation forum, Macron highlighted his alignment with President William Ruto’s vision of development that does not come at the cost of the planet.
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Unpaid work, land ownership, and bias keep women from economic growth
KNBS data shows women spend five times more than men on unpaid care work. This limits their time for income-generating activities, yet such work is not even recognised as formal employment
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US group raises alarm over hunger in Kenya’s refugee camps
The food shortage has been made worse by the complete halt in cash assistance, which used to help refugees access other basic food items.
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High court to give directions in blogger Kinyagia disappearance case
Justice Mwita directed the Inspector General to ensure all relevant responses are submitted by today (Tuesday), paving the way for the court to determine the next course of action in the case.
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KRA to waive penalties for late tax returns filed by July 5
KRA acknowledged the massive turnout of taxpayers on June 30 and attributed the delays to technical disruptions caused by high traffic on its online filing platform.
Global Affairs
China partially lifts Japanese seafood ban after Fukushima review
The ban was imposed in 2023 after Japan began releasing over a million tonnes of treated waste water from the tsunami-damaged plant into the Pacific Ocean—an operation set to continue for up to 30 years.
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June inflation rate unmoved at 3.8% despite shifting prices
Despite these declines, prices of some food items, particularly vegetables, continued to rise. Cabbages and carrots registered significant increases of 10.8 per cent and 11.1 per cent, respectively.
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France issues record heat alerts as Europe battles soaring temperatures
Extreme heat has also gripped parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, Germany, the UK, and Balkan countries including Croatia, prompting governments to activate emergency services and warn citizens to stay indoors as much as possible.
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Uhuru Kenyatta retained as Jubilee leader in major party shake-up
In the revised line-up, Uhuru remains the Party Leader. Beatrice Gambo now takes over from Jimmy Angwenyi as Deputy Party Leader for Strategy, while Kados Muiruri replaces Kinoti Gatobu in charge of Operations.
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Sudanese refugee crisis pushes eastern Chad to the brink
Since the civil war broke out in April 2023, hundreds of thousands have crossed into Chad, transforming quiet border towns like Adre and Tine into overwhelmed settlements grappling with basic survival.
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Kenya leads East Africa in gender-based violence in sports – Report
“Coaching styles were reported to be contributing to the culture of gender-based violence and sexual exploitation,” the report adds, with nearly half of respondents attributing abuse to the behaviour and approach of their coaches.
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Seven arraigned over arson, robbery in June 25 Kikuyu protests
Detectives from Kikuyu Sub-County told the court they are under investigation for arson, robbery with violence, shop breaking, and theft.
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Kenyan shilling hits new lows against Dollar, Euro and Yen
The shilling weakened against nearly all key trading currencies in April, except the South African Rand and the Tanzanian Shilling.
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Kenya sees massive spike in cyber-attacks amid expanding digital landscape
This is according to the latest Sector Statistics Report issued by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) on June 30.
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Sh2.4bn city property sparks fresh court showdown in Koinange estate feud
Margaret Njeri, one of Koinange’s widows, and her daughter Lennah Catherine, have taken legal action against fellow widow Eddah Wanjiru and her daughter Fiona Mbiyu.
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Displaced traders take to Kismayo Road after Suuq Mugdi Market Blaze
With their stalls reduced to ashes, the vendors have resorted to laying out their goods on pavements and roadside spaces.
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CBK revokes bank Al-Habib’s license after exit from Kenya
BAHL had operated in Kenya since April 9, 2018, after receiving approval from CBK. Its Nairobi office served only as a liaison and marketing center for its parent company in Pakistan and global affiliates.
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Ruto: Africa needs fair financial rules to thrive
The President criticized the global narrative around African debt, calling for a shift in perspective to see debt as a tool for growth, rather than a burden, when managed well.
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Gachagua not under probe over protest violence, says DCI
Amin said eleven police officers were seriously injured in the clashes, government offices attacked, and firearms stolen—some of which have already been linked to new crimes.
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DCI denies holding missing blogger, tells him to surrender
DCI Director Mohammed Amin said the blogger is not in police custody but is wanted for questioning. “Ndiangui is not under the custody of the National Police Service.