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Ruto hails by-election winners, calls for unity and development
In a statement, the President congratulated several leaders allied to the UDA and ODM parties, acknowledging their strong performance at the polls.
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Trump orders halt on entries from “Third World Countries”
His announcement came shortly after a National Guard member was killed near the White House, an attack he tied to failures he blamed on screening systems used during Joe Biden’s time in office.
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Traders directed to report pre-closure macadamia stocks before December 1
In a notice signed by Director General Bruno Linyiru, AFA said the closure will run from December 1, 2025 to February 15, 2026, and reminded the industry that this directive follows an advisory issued on November 10, 2025.
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Report shows police offences rising as political gangs reorganise
The 2025 National Security Report, presented in Parliament by President William Ruto, paints the picture of a police service battling both external threats and growing misconduct within its own ranks.
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Were promises inclusive leadership after winning Kasipul by-election
Were was joined by a team of ODM leaders led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, and lawmakers Peter Kaluma of Homa Bay Town and Lilian Gogo of Rangwe. Also present were MCAs Nicholas Owaka and Florence Ouma. The leaders said the outcome reflected the trust residents continued to place in ODM.
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Kenya Kwanza’s three-year borrowing pushes debt to Sh11.8 trillion
According to the CBK data presented by Governor Kamau Thugge, the national debt stood at Sh8.7 trillion during the 2021/22 financial year, coinciding with President Ruto’s first year in office.
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Leo Wamuthende vows inclusive leadership after Mbeere North victory
Wamuthende assured that his leadership would be inclusive. “I have made a commitment not only to those who elected me but to all residents of Mbeere North. I will be there," he said. “Whichever choice they made, I am now the MP. I will discharge my duty without any discrimination."
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Wetang’ula congratulates by-election winners, stresses need for unity
The elections, managed by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), were held for one Senate seat, six parliamentary seats, and 15 county assembly wards. A total of 181 candidates contested, with voter turnout reaching up to 45 percent in some areas.
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UDA’s David Ndakwa wins Malava by-election in tight race
Returning Officer Salim Abdalla Salim announced the results, confirming that Ndakwa secured 21,564 votes. He edged out Seth Panyako of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K), who received 20,210 votes in a closely fought contest. Wilberforce Indai of Kenya Moja finished third with 626 votes.
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Independent candidate Erick Wekesa wins Chwele/Kabuchai ward by-election
Wekesa’s closest contender, Vincent Wekesa Maunda of the Ford Kenya party, received 2,765 votes, falling short of the winning tally.
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UDA’s Leo Wamuthende secures Mbeere North seat with 15,802 votes
Wamuthende polled 15,802 votes, narrowly beating Newton Kariuki, also known as Newton Karish of the Democratic Party (DP), who secured 15,308 votes.
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ODM’s Boyd Were triumphs in Kasipul, 16,819 votes secured
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) confirmed that Were collected 16,819 votes, surpassing independent candidate Philip Aroko, who received 8,476 votes.
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ODM's Moses Omondi clinches Ugunja by-election, calls for cooperation
Orodi Odhiambo from the Wiper Party came in second with 1,819 votes, while Fredrick Ochiel of the United Democratic Movement (UDM) secured 1,200 votes.
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DCP’s Aduda Okwiri wins Kisa East ward with 1,952 votes
Okwiri claimed the seat with 1,952 votes, narrowly defeating Joel Ongoro of the MDG, who garnered 1,541 votes.
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UDA’s Vincent Rutto secures Chemundu/Kapng’etuny MCA seat
The 23-year-old, who is the son of the late MCA Julius Kipruto Keter, secured a commanding victory, reinforcing UDA’s strong presence in the region. Rutto collected 3,999 votes, leaving his competitors far behind in the race for the vacant seat.
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Wiper’s Antony Kisoi wins Mumbuni North ward securing 3,849 votes
Kisoi outpaced his closest rival, Harrison Wambua of the Maendeleo Chap Chap (MCC) Party, who received 2,766 votes. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) also reported that UDA candidate Misi Mutua came third with 809 votes.
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DCP's David Wanyoike Warui wins Kariobangi North with 2,282 votes
The by-election was held following the death of former ward representative Joel Munuve, creating a contest that drew interest from various parties and independent candidates.
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Mpusia clinches Purko Ward seat in high-turnout by-election
After the vote count was completed, the commission declared Mpusia the winner with 2,805 votes. Sanare followed with 1,522 votes, while Naikuni finished with 298 votes.
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Voting concludes amid clashes, intimidation, and low voter turnout
In Baringo County, voter participation remained low during the senatorial by-election. UDA candidate Vincent Chemitei voted at Kamailel Primary School, where just 35 of 436 registered voters had turned out by early afternoon. Analysts attributed the low turnout to the withdrawal of KANU leader Gideon Moi, which reduced competition
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Mombasa court jails man for 10 years over Sh2.4 million elephant tusks
Senior Resident Magistrate David Odhiambo delivered the judgment after Principal Prosecution Counsel Barbara Sombo successfully demonstrated that Abdi had violated key provisions of the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act, 2013.
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IGAD boss calls for stronger cooperation to support 5.1 million refugees
Speaking at the 3rd Ministerial Stock-take Meeting of the IGAD Support Platform in Nairobi on November 27, 2025, Gebeyehu emphasized the need for sustained political leadership, improved coordination, and broader partnerships to tackle displacement, climate challenges, and other humanitarian pressures.
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Kenya seeks Sh40 billion via reopened long-term treasury bonds
The announcement on Thursday says the offer period runs from Wednesday, November 27, 2025, to Wednesday, December 3, 2025, with the auction scheduled for December 3 and settlement on December 8.
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Parliament honors former minister Joseph Munyao as a Pillar of Kibaki-era reforms
Munyao passed away on Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025, while receiving treatment at a hospital in Nairobi.
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Kasipul by-election: Police detain 17 armed youths
The group was apprehended near Agoro Sare High School, the designated center for tallying results. Police also seized five vehicles linked to the suspects, which officers said were being used to facilitate their movements across the area
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High Court strikes down CA broadcast ban on June 25 protests
The case came after police raids disrupted the transmission sites of Citizen TV, NTV, and KTN, leading to a suspension of free-to-air services. The CA had warned that defiance of its directive could result in penalties, including revocation of broadcasting licenses.
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NSE resumes trading in East African Portland Cement PLC shares
In a statement released on November 27, 2025, the Exchange confirmed that trading in the shares of East African Portland Cement PLC was reinstated following a review of the matter that led to the temporary trading halt.
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General Horta N’Tam sworn in as Guinea-Bissau’s leader after coup
The military had already suspended the electoral process and blocked the publication of results from Sunday’s presidential vote, which were due to be announced on Thursday.
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KWS denies claims Ritz-Carlton Safari Camp blocking wildebeest migration
In a statement on Thursday, KWS said it had “noted with concern” a series of posts suggesting that the camp was obstructing key movement paths along the Sand River.
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Cut interest to 3% and deliver funds to farmers, Kagwe tells lenders and donors
The CS argued that Kenya’s farmers will not achieve sustainable growth without significantly cheaper credit and a shift toward direct investment at the farm level.
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Senate to hear Governor Nyaribo’s impeachment in full House sessions
The development comes two days after 23 of the 31 Members of the County Assembly voted in favor of the impeachment motion, while four abstained, ending weeks of political uncertainty in Nyamira.