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Ruto names new heads for three key state boards
The appointments were made for three-year terms and became effective on August 21, according to a gazette notice issued by the President on Friday.
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2027 Election
Kindiki draws battle lines, warns opposition of tough 2027 fight
Kindiki said the government was now ready to challenge opposition leaders over claims he said had been made against the administration during the past four years.
2027 Election
Wetang’ula urges Kenyans to register as voters ahead of 2027
Wetang’ula said the 2027 election would also give Kenyans an opportunity to protect the development projects and gains made under President William Ruto’s administration.
Sports
LA28 Olympic ticket sales surpass 6 million ahead of 2028 games
The 2028 Games will bring several changes to the Olympic programme, with flag football and squash set to make their Olympic debut.
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Scrap dealers put on notice over unlicensed trade and vandalism
Council Chairperson Francis Mugo said dealing in scrap metal without the required licence is a criminal offence and warned industry players to ensure their operations meet the legal requirements.
2027 Election
Ruto renews call to end tribal politics, backs Broad-Based Government
The President said leaders should avoid politics that pits communities against one another, warning that tribalism and discrimination should have no place in the country’s political affairs.
Africa
Tigray cancels Ashenda Festival gathering over drone attack fears
The Ashenda festival was due to culminate in a large event at a stadium in Mekelle on Saturday, where girls and young women were expected to gather in colourful traditional outfits to celebrate the occasion.
Politics
Kindiki urges Uhuru to remain a statesman ahead of 2027
The Deputy President said Uhuru should remain available as a national figure who can offer counsel on matters affecting the country, rather than become part of political campaigns.
2027 Election
Passaris drops Makadara bid, announces third term as Nairobi Woman Rep
On February 23, Passaris announced that she would vie for the Makadara MP position, saying the move would give her a chance to play a bigger role in the constituency's development.
Politics
Kindiki: Gachagua was ‘foolish’ to allow MPs to impeach him
Kindiki said senior leaders need to maintain strong working relationships with other politicians because those alliances can become important when facing political challenges.
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Senators demand answers over factory pollution, River Yala mining
Nominated Senator Betty Montet called on the Land, Environment and Natural Resources Committee to provide answers on emissions from cement and steel manufacturing companies operating in different parts of the country.
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PS Sing’Oei assures Ecuador as Kenya probes fatal Mt Ololokwe helicopter crash
Sensi-Contugi, Director of Ecuador’s National Intelligence Centre (CNI), and his wife, Stephany Hollihan, were among seven people killed when a tourist safari helicopter crashed near Mount Ololokwe at about 9:13 am on August 19.