Africa
31 killed after rubbish landfill collapses onto homes in Guinea
The collapse happened at about 02:00 local time in the Dar-es-Salam area, where a major waste site gave way and sent tonnes of rubbish towards nearby homes.
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Politics
Mtoto wa simba ni simba! Mama Ida backs son’s Kibra political bid
Raila Junior was present during the celebrations when his mother told Kibra leaders that they should help him understand the constituency and advise him as he takes his first steps into elective politics.
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Onyonka defends Uhuru’s Raila backing, says 2022 vote broke old political pattern
The senator said the former president’s actions before the election showed an intention to create a political opening for a candidate outside the two communities(Kikuyu and Kalenjin) that had historically dominated Kenya’s presidency
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Onyonka: I rejected a Sh200m offer to abandon opposition
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Onyonka said the Sh200 million was presented as an initial deposit, with the total amount expected to rise to Sh500 million if he agreed to abandon his opposition stance
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Firm rejects claims of hazardous waste incineration at Stoni Athi
The company made the clarification in a written response to questions raised by Nominated Kajiado Senator Peris Tobiko over the environmental and health impacts of its operations in the county during the Senate Lands Environment and Natural Resources site visit in Stoni Athi.
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Gachagua urges opposition unity behind one candidate
Framing the next poll as a make-or-break moment for the country, Gachagua said a fragmented opposition would “hand Ruto victory by default” and betray Kenyans seeking change.
Nyanza
Nyanza clergy warn leaders against inflammatory politics
Speaking during a press briefing in Kisumu on Monday, the clergy called for peaceful political competition between the government and opposition, urging leaders to resolve disagreements through dialogue rather than confrontation.
Health and Wellness
150-bed Level IV hospital commissioned for Kenya Prisons at Ruiru
The government said the hospital would strengthen the correctional system's capacity to provide timely treatment while reducing the need to refer patients to external facilities
Counties
Kindiki lauds county funding and calls for El Niño preparedness
Speaking on Monday during the 30th Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Council (IBEC) Ordinary Session at the Official Residence in Nairobi, Kindiki said the timely payments would allow counties to continue funding services without facing disruptions caused by delayed funds.
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NCIC to launch 2nd edition of roadmap for peaceful 2027 polls
NCIC says the initiative will chart a path towards unity, peace and peaceful political participation ahead of the 2027 General Election
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Odhiambo urges independent probe into political violence
Her remarks come after Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen dismissed claims that Kenya is facing a “goons crisis”, saying the country is safe and accusing politicians of exaggerating insecurity
Business
Java House opens second Thika outlet as town pursues city charter
The company says the expansion is aimed at serving a growing population and increasing demand for spaces where people can meet, work, eat and socialise