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Children and mothers bear brunt of severe drought across 23 counties
The drought crisis now touches 3.3 million people, including 810,000 children under five and 104,000 pregnant and breastfeeding women.
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Wajir man explains why he rushed towards President Ruto
The episode occurred as Ruto addressed Nyota Fund beneficiaries in Mandera. As he spoke, an unidentified man ran from the crowd toward the stage, triggering an immediate reaction from security. The President, however, asked that the situation be handled gently.
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Police Chief Kanja threatens arrest of Governors who snub Senate summons
Addressing the committee chaired by Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’, Kanja explained that the partnership between the NPS and parliamentary committees is anchored in legal and constitutional provisions that empower the police to assist in oversight functions.
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CBK accepts Sh44.8 billion in latest T-Bill auction as yields ease
The auction results point to falling yields across all tenors, reflecting easing borrowing costs and sustained appetite for longer-term government securities.
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Winnie Odinga speaks out as ODM rift deepens over Sifuna removal
Winnie stressed that the struggle within ODM is about “the soul, virtues and values of ODM” rather than personalities.
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Trump eliminates Obama-era greenhouse gas ruling, sparking nationwide debate
Trump spoke from the Oval Office on Thursday, criticising the original policy. He said the 2009 ruling was "a disastrous Obama era policy that severely damaged the American auto industry and massively drove up prices for American consumers".
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Murkomen warns drunk police officers will be rehabilitated and discharged
To curb such cases, Murkomen disclosed that he has tasked Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja with putting in place clear procedures to prevent drunk officers from being assigned responsibilities.
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IG Kanja orders probe after man storms stage during Ruto event in Wajir
In a statement, the National Police Service said the safety of the President, other dignitaries, and members of the public was not compromised during the brief drama, which was captured on presidential media channels.
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Ruto announces reopening of Mandera Border Post
Speaking in Mandera on Thursday, the President said the reopening would restore connectivity between communities on both sides of the border and revive economic activity in the region.
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KRA raises Sh23.1bn tax demand in Tullow Oil Kenya sale
The Kenya Revenue Authority has issued a Sh23.1 billion tax demand on the sale of Tullow Oil Kenya BV to Auron Energy, detailing capital gains, VAT and withholding tax now under objection review.
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Oigara takes over as Stanbic Holdings chief as Mweheire retires
Dr. Oigara is currently the Standard Bank Regional Chief Executive for East Africa, a position he has held since September 2025, overseeing operations across six countries: Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, South Sudan, and Ethiopia.
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Young Entrepreneurs Summit held in Garissa with focus on empowerment
The event brought together aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders, and youth from across the county.
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CS Murkomen affirms corridor surveillance ahead of Lokichar oil rollout
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen detailed a multi-agency security plan for the South Lokichar oil project in Turkana, outlining risk assessments, added deployments and convoy protection for crude transport routes.
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Wandayi defends Lokichar oil project, insists revenue projections are accurate
Opiyo said the USD 1.047 billion figure cited in the South Lokichar Field Development Plan (FDP) reflects broader government revenue.
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SUPKEM strengthens health partnerships to combat syndemic diseases
SUPKEM National Chairman Al-Hajj Hassan Ole Naado led a delegation of senior officials to the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) for high-level deliberations aimed at enhancing collaboration in addressing syndemic diseases affecting communities across the country.
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Minneapolis immigration shootings may be unlawful killings - UN experts
They urged prompt, impartial investigations, accountability for unlawful actions, and protection of victims’ rights, emphasizing that all policing, including immigration enforcement, must uphold the right to life.
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Over 885,000 ghost learners flagged in national school data audit
The verification covered public primary, junior and secondary schools, as well as special needs institutions across all 47 counties.
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Russia blocks WhatsApp nationwide and pushes State MAX App
The move comes amid wider efforts to build a sovereign communications infrastructure, with critics raising concerns about surveillance.
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HELB issues public alert on job recruitment scams targeting Kenyans
HELB also clarified that it does not require job applicants to pay any fees, submit medical reports, or provide any documents outside of what is clearly outlined in official job advertisements.
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Tribunal halts ODM move to oust Edwin Sifuna as Secretary General
Acting Chairperson Gad Gathu certified Sifuna’s application as urgent, stayed the National Executive Committee (NEC) decision, and barred the party from publishing the resolution in the Kenya Gazette pending hearing and determination of the case.Acting Chairperson Gad Gathu certified Sifuna’s application as urgent, stayed the National Executive Committee (NEC) decision, and barred the party from publishing the resolution in the Kenya Gazette pending hearing and determination of the case.
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Court dismisses petition against MP Wamuthende, clears Kariuki’s case to proceed
In a ruling delivered by Justice Richard Mwongo, the court struck out Petition No. E001 of 2025 filed by voters Julieta Karigi Kithumbu and Patrick Gitonga Gichoni, citing non-compliance with the constitutional requirement to deposit security for costs at the time of filing.
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NACADA Chair calls for unified action to combat substance abuse
National Substance Use Prevention Week Summit brings together policymakers, health professionals, educators, faith leaders, law enforcement agencies and community stakeholders to address the growing challenge of substance abuse in the country.
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MPs demand equal incentives for teachers in underserved regions
MPs contend that current policies disproportionately favour certain regions, leaving teachers in less developed areas without sufficient financial support, which in turn affects retention and the quality of education.
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NSSF raises maximum monthly contributions to Sh12,960 starting February 2026
NSSF will implement Year 4 contribution rates from February 2026, raising the monthly cap to Sh12,960 and adjusting loan rates, while declaring 17% net interest for 2024/2025 members.
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Gachagua dismisses Duale debate challenge, says he will only face Ruto
Duale, speaking in Garissa on Wednesday had criticised Gachagua’s recent remarks on development in the region and called for a public discussion.
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Treasury orders submission of all Gov't bank account details by February 15
Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo has directed all accounting officers, county finance executives, and other public entities to submit this information without delay.
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ODM members prioritizing personal gain over Raila legacy - Onyonka
Onyonka criticized members who are now seeking positions in government, including the deputy presidency, while claiming continued loyalty to ODM.
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Environment CS assures Parliament on safeguards for Turkana Oil project
Barasa informed lawmakers that Tullow Oil Kenya B.V. submitted the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for the South Lokichar Upstream Oil Development Project in September 2021. She said the assessment was reviewed in line with the Environmental Management and Coordination Act.
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Equity Bank cuts loan rates after CBK reduces base rate to 8.75%
Existing Kenya shilling variable-rate loans that are already based on CBR plus a premium will continue under the same pricing structure, with the CBR component adjusting from 9.00% to 8.75% 30 days after the notice.
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Senator Onyonka questions high MP pay and ODM’s political direction
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka defends high MP pay while warning ODM is drifting pro‑government, amid Sifuna’s removal as secretary‑general and wider party disciplinary shake‑ups ahead of 2027.