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MPs demand vetted list of job agencies in wake of exploitation reports
Only 925 out of the 6,385 Kenyans who turned up for the interviews during the two-month recruitment drive received provisional job offers.
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PS reveals source of Sh600m Harambee Stars bonus for CHAN
Sports PS Elijah Mwangi said part of the bonus will come from the ministry’s Sh70 million annual reward budget, with Ruto set to top up Sh530 million if the team wins
Global Affairs
Titan implosion was preventable, says US coast guard report
The 335-page investigative report, compiled over two years, outlines a series of operational and design failures by OceanGate, the company that owned and operated the Titan vessel.
Business
Kenya’s private sector suffers decline since July 2024
The drop came against the backdrop of widespread demonstrations in Nairobi and other towns, sparked by anger over state brutality and rising living costs.
Global Affairs
Meta blocks 6.8 million WhatsApp scam accounts, warns of new AI tactics
Most of the flagged accounts were traced to scam networks operating in Southeast Asia, with many targeting users through fake investment offers and other fraudulent schemes.
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Siaya DG Oduol seeks truce with Orengo, calls for unity in county leadership
Acknowledging that the tensions between them had caused concern among residents, Oduol made a public appeal for reconciliation, citing the constitutional values of integrity and mutual respect.
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MSS reopens roads in Port-au-Prince as security operations advance
Working closely with the Haitian National Police (PNH), MSS troops have stepped up both static and mobile patrols around the clock in Port-au-Prince and nearby areas such as Petite Rivière, Liancourt, and Pont Sondé.
Global Affairs
Netanyahu pushes for full Gaza reoccupation as hostage fears grow
According to Israeli media, the plan would see Israeli forces take full control of all areas in Gaza, pushing far beyond the current 75 percent military hold.
Business
MPs demand action as Kebs delays standards levy review
Lawmakers expressed serious concerns over the legality of the current levy and warned that persisting with the collection under these rules could lead to costly court battles and the need to refund manufacturers.
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Confusion over mediation hurts dispute resolution, Mangerere warns
Mangerere described mediation as a self-driven process where the parties in conflict are empowered to find their own solutions with the help of a neutral third party.
Global Affairs
Former Romanian President Ion Iliescu dies at 95
The former President passed away after being hospitalised in early June in Bucharest, where he was receiving treatment for lung cancer.
Health and Wellness
Duale: Shisha users operate freely due to lack of law
The Health CS urged Parliament to urgently enact laws to either ban or regulate shisha, miraa, and muguka, substances that pose similar health risks.
Global Affairs
Rwanda to host 250 US-deported migrants in new deal
Government spokesperson Yolande Makolo confirmed the agreement and said it aligns with Rwanda’s history of displacement and its values.
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Counties spent Sh15 billion on legal fees as public services declined
Nairobi County leads in legal fees, with Sh6.2 billion owed to just four advocates. This figure represents 29 per cent of the county executive’s total pending bills of Sh21.4 billion.
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Former MCA aspirant killed in prison escape drama in Embu
Oswando, who vied for the Kirimari Ward seat on an ODM ticket in the 2022 General Election, was killed in the Gatondo area of Embu West Sub-county as he and another suspect tried to flee custody.
Global Affairs
US Senate move threatens Kenya’s Non-NATO ally status
According to the amendment by Senator James Risch, the review will examine Kenya’s diplomatic and military ties with China, Russia, and Iran, alongside any agreements or engagements with armed groups like al-Shabaab and the Rapid Support Forces.
Global Affairs
US House panel subpoenas Clintons in Epstein probe
The Clintons were among multiple former government officials summoned by investigators in a major escalation of the controversy surrounding the investigation into the disgraced financier
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Former Garissa University principal charged over abuse of office
Prof. Mulaa pleaded not guilty to the charges and was released on a bond of Sh500,000
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Over 450,000 videos taken down by TikTok in Kenya in three-month crackdown
TikTok said 43,000 accounts in Kenya were banned during the same three-month period for breaching its community standards
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NTSA could handle rail, air and marine probes under proposed Bill
Limuru MP John Kiragu argues that the current model, where each mode of transport is overseen by a separate agency, is inefficient
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Police, Chiefs, and KRA officials top EACC list of most corrupt professions
The most corruption-prone services under the national government were found to be tendering, teacher placements by the Teachers Service Commission, land matters, and employment in government bodies.
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Ruto nominates Duncan Oburu as KNCHR chair
The nomination was formally announced in the National Assembly on Tuesday afternoon by Speaker Moses Wetang'ula
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Scattered rains, chilly mornings and strong winds to hit parts of Kenya
In contrast, daytime heat will continue to dominate North-eastern and North-western Kenya, where temperatures are expected to rise above 30 degrees Celsius.
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Auditor General flags Sh2.1 billion in Illegal eCitizen charges
The report also uncovered the illegal diversion of funds from the 222222 Paybill, which is designated for all payments made to government services.
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Quickmart apologises over viral incident, suspends staff at Buruburu branch
The supermarket also revealed that a full investigation was underway in collaboration with the relevant authorities.
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Audit uncovers Sh40.6 million food loss at KNTC amid oversight failures
The damaged food items, mostly rice and cooking oil, were not included in the Sh2.97 billion inventory value reported by the Corporation.
Health and Wellness
Report: Delayed testing in 19 counties undermines health security
The study, carried out through the Diagnostics for Universal Health Coverage Tracker, evaluated the capacity of counties to access diagnostic tools vital for health planning and outbreak response.
Global Affairs
US Attorney General orders grand jury hearings on Trump-Russia probe
Prosecutors will submit evidence to a grand jury, a group of members of the public who will decide whether formal charges will be filed
Health and Wellness
Parental consent demands blamed for teen pregnancies, HIV surge
The report criticises Section 3.4 of the National Reproductive Health Policy 2022–2032, which limits access to reproductive health care and information for girls and young women under 21 years old.
Technology
ChatGPT will now remind you to take breaks, following mental health concerns
The new feature is part of OpenAI's ongoing attempts to get users to cultivate a healthier relationship with the frequently compliant and overly-encouraging AI assistant