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Journalist 'Big Boy Trev’ dies after short illness
Lamenya, popularly known as “Big Boy Trev” was an auto enthusiast whose passion for vehicles was seen in his work throughout the years.
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Seven resolutions chart new course for DRC peace process
Among the resolutions adopted was the decision to collapse the EAC-SADC and AU peace structures into one team
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KEPHIS opposes seed bill, warns of food security risks
The agency also expressed concern that the Bill is being pushed by powerful commercial actors who could exploit weakened oversight.
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Kalonzo unveils Wiper Patriotic Front in major youth-focused rebrand
This rebrand marks the final phase of a transformation process that began earlier in the year, aimed at giving the party a fresh identity that aligns with the aspirations of the younger generation.
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MPs push for joint talks to resolve UHC transition challenges
Seme MP James Nyikal said MPs had received a number of troubling concerns about the functionality and efficiency of the SHA system.
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African Union urges action, not just talks, to deliver peace in Eastern DRC
AUC chair Mahamoud noted that despite the prolonged suffering in eastern DRC, there is now renewed optimism following the Washington agreement between Rwanda and the DRC.
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Anglo-Leasing scandal: High Court orders accused to face defense
The development follows a successful appeal filed by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).
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Controller of Budget approves national government spending as counties lag behind
Nyakang’o noted that her office has completed approvals for all national government entities, including the Executive, Judiciary, and Legislature.
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CS Murkomen dismisses ICC threats, defends police over protest response
Murkomen said he will not be shaken by those accusing police officers of crimes in the course of enforcing law and order during recent protests.
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Duale: Mishra risks deportation, prosecution over alleged organ trafficking
CS Duale accused the Mediheal Hospital founder using public resources to carry out questionable kidney transplants.
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Ruto calls for merged peace process to end DRC conflict and protect region
President Ruto said the decision to bring together the Nairobi and Luanda processes into one harmonised EAC–SADC peace platform was driven by the scale and urgency of the crisis in North and South Kivu.
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MELTA urges dialogue on NACADA rules, warns of business collapse
Alex Matindi, Secretary General of MELTA, said the association is not opposed to regulation, but called for more dialogue to ensure the rules do not cripple enterprises.
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Senator flags health insurance irregularities and Sh2bn city infrastructure spending
Senator Onyonka questioned why public hospitals were receiving vastly different amounts from the SHA, with some Level 5 facilities getting more than Sh30 million while others reportedly received less than Sh2,000.
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Uhuru and Ruto share stage for DRC talks at State House
Uhuru attended the session in his role as the African Union-Kenya Peace Envoy and the official facilitator of the EAC-led Nairobi peace process.
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CS Barasa defends Ngong Forest project as MPs demand full disclosure
CS Mlongo told the committee that the construction falls under laws that allow for eco-tourism development in public forests.
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CHAN 2024 fans warned against carrying drums, food and political banners
Organisers have also blacklisted any musical or electronic devices that may interfere with broadcasts or disrupt technical operations at match venues.
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Senators question exclusive Chinese bidding for Kiambu Road project
Speaking on the matter, Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka said the provision was discriminatory and unconstitutional.
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Kenya Power admits only 2,300 of 20,000 faulty transformers can be repaired
The MPs expressed deep concern over the state utility’s performance, blaming Kenya Power for what they described as poor planning and a slow response to widespread outages.
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MoH confirms 314 Mpox cases as outbreak hits 22 counties
The cases have been spread across 22 counties, with Mombasa, Busia, and Nakuru recording the highest numbers.
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Kemri to oversee herbal medicine in proposed health law
The Kenya Medical Research Institute Bill, 2025, tabled by Health Committee chair James Nyikal, aims to bring order to a sector that has remained largely unregulated.
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KEBS rejects unsafe sugar reports as opposition pushes back
KEBS said it is aware of the growing concern and clarified that every batch of sugar, whether produced locally or imported, is thoroughly checked for safety before it reaches consumers.
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Why NACADA is targeting public universities in alcohol policy reforms
Adrian Njenga, NACADA’s Senior Policy and Planning Officer, said the focus on universities stems from recent studies that point to serious concerns.
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MCA pushes for crackdown on illegal pole posters in Nairobi
Nairobi MCA John Rex Omolleh tabled a motion urging City Hall to operationalise the Nairobi City County Outdoor Advertising and Signage Control and Regulation Act, 2018.
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Private hospitals raise alarm over delayed SHA claims
Rupha chairperson Dr Brian Lishenga said the situation has become increasingly difficult as facilities are unable to follow up or get clarity on their pending claims.
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Senators slam ICT Ministry over delayed projects, lack of visibility
Senators took issue with the Ministry’s poor communication, slow project rollout, and lack of transparency in the use of the Universal Service Fund.
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Government evacuates over 5,000 distressed Kenyans from 19 countries
The State Department for Diaspora Affairs revealed the data during a visit by Members of the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations.
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Court orders cops to buy essentials after skipping testimony in Rashid case
The judge’s unusual decision brought a moment of warmth to an otherwise tense and lengthy legal process, highlighting the often-neglected needs of those held in custody during drawn-out court proceedings.
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Court declines to nullify DP Kindiki’s swearing-in as Gachagua seeks Sh40 million compensation
At the same time, the bench, also presiding over Gachagua’s impeachment case, declined to disqualify itself from hearing the matter.
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Kenya–Tanzania dispute deepens as EAC warns against protocol breaches
EAC warned that any country taking unilateral steps that affect trade or movement is going against agreed rules.
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Kenyans to face higher fuel prices from July next year
In a comparison that highlighted the problem, senators noted that a litre of petrol in Nairobi costs Sh186.31, while in Kigali, Rwanda—despite being landlocked and importing its fuel through Dar es Salaam, the price stands at Sh161.80 per litre.