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Southern Asia flood crisis deepens as death toll nears 600
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Southern Asia flood crisis deepens as death toll nears 600

In Sumatra, Cyclone Senyar brought unusually violent conditions, sparking landslides that swept away homes and flooded entire districts. Indonesia’s disaster agency said almost 300 people remain unaccounted for after the storm moved across the island.

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A worker picking tea at a farm. PHOTO/Tea Board of Kenya
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West Rift farmers seek fair treatment in tea bonus review

The investigation was launched after several MPs from tea-growing areas petitioned the House over unfair pricing and minimal bonuses. The report will examine how tea prices are determined and uncover factors that affect returns for farmers, including value chain costs in different regions.

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Trump’s new airspace warning fuels fresh strain with Venezuela
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Trump’s new airspace warning fuels fresh strain with Venezuela

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has repeatedly dismissed these claims, arguing that Washington is using drug accusations as a pretext to push for his removal. So far, officials in Caracas have not responded to Trump’s latest warning, and the White House has not replied to questions about the post.

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IEBC boss urges editors to ensure fair election coverage
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IEBC boss urges editors to ensure fair election coverage

His appeal followed a difficult week for the commission, which was placed under sharp criticism after the November 27 by-elections.The vote was marred by claims of violence, intimidation, bribery and ballot stuffing in some areas, leading to public attacks from Opposition leaders.

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Ruto unveils Sh400bn water plan to boost farming in Kenya
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Ruto unveils Sh400bn water plan to boost farming in Kenya

The President announced that the High Grand Falls project alone has a planned budget of Sh400 billion, with the government preparing more major dams in Upper Eastern, Lower Eastern and the Coast region. Ruto said this is part of a long-running effort to collect rainwater and store it for irrigation, especially in parts of the country that have suffered long dry seasons.

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Ruto pledges major investments to unlock Northern Kenya’s potential
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Ruto pledges major investments to unlock Northern Kenya’s potential

Ruto addressed the long-standing perception that northern Kenya is a low-potential area, noting that the government’s investments are meant to change this narrative. Central to these plans is the construction of 50 large dams and more than 1,000 smaller dams across the country, which will provide water for irrigation, food production, and climate resilience.

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Trump pledges pardon for ex-honduran President Hernández
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Trump pledges pardon for ex-honduran President Hernández

The announcement comes amid a heated Honduran presidential election. Key contenders include National Party candidate and former Tegucigalpa mayor Asfura, former defence minister Rixi Moncada representing the left-leaning LIBRE Party, and television host Salvador Nasralla running for the centrist Liberal Party.

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Rising measles cases highlight global vaccine gaps, WHO reports
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Rising measles cases highlight global vaccine gaps, WHO reports

WHO reports that between 2000 and 2024, immunisation efforts prevented nearly 59 million deaths, with overall measles fatalities dropping by 88 per cent. However, the organisation notes that the threat remains serious. In 2024, approximately 95,000 people, mostly children under the age of five, died from measles. WHO stresses that these deaths could have been entirely avoided with timely vaccination.

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PHOTOS: President Ruto’s Garissa visit through the lens
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PHOTOS: President Ruto’s Garissa visit through the lens

The President launched several projects, including the groundbreaking of the Masalani Affordable Housing project and the commissioning of the Masalani water project.Later in the afternoon, Ruto is to attend the wedding nikah ceremony of the son of NIS boss Noordin Haji.

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Afghan residents condemn DC shooting, call for fair immigration handling
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Afghan residents condemn DC shooting, call for fair immigration handling

The attack claimed the life of National Guard member Sarah Beckstrom, 20, while Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains hospitalized in critical condition.In reaction, President Donald Trump announced a halt on all Afghan immigration applications, ordered a review of green cards for individuals from 19 countries, and warned of stricter measures for migrants from what he describes as “third-world countries.”

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