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Kindiki hits back at Gachagua over Meru North banditry ultimatum
Kindiki said banditry had existed for more than a decade and insisted the government would “crush the criminals” as it did in previous security operations.
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NLC swears in seven commissioners to boost land governance
The new appointees will work alongside existing commissioners to strengthen land governance, enhance transparency, and manage public land. NLC emphasises public participation, resolving historical land disputes, and upholding integrity in delivering its constitutional mandate across the country.
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Kenya must harness resources as Ojwang urges strategic self-reliance
He highlights challenges in coffee and sugar production, education, and trade, arguing that market forces often work against African farmers. Ojwang emphasizes using local value addition, legislation, and diaspora expertise to drive sustainable development and self-sufficiency.
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DCI recovers 213 suspected stolen phones, arrests two in Trans Nzoia raid
According to the statement by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, officers from the Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CRIB), supported by personnel from Matisi Police Station, raided a residence near Airport Church in Lessos, arresting the suspects, Silas Wanjala, 24 and Job Kiberenge Sikuku, 28.
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Global climate in ‘state of emergency’, WMO warns as oceans absorb record heat
The World Meteorological Organization’s 2025 climate report findsIn its State of the Global Climate 2025 report released March 23,2026, the agency confirmed that the period between 2015 and 2025 represents the hottest 11 years on record. It noted that 2025 ranked among the top three warmest years, with global temperatures about 1.43°C above pre-industrial levels. 2015–2025 were the hottest years on record, with record ocean heat, rising seas and escalating health, food and migration risks.
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Kisumu police seize stolen goods, arrest 4 in network crackdown
In a statement by the National Police Service on Monday, officers recovered a range of stolen items, including four motorcycles, two microwaves, assorted footwear, an electric cooker, a refrigerator, television sets, bicycles, and various other household and personal goods.
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Murang’a Hospital warns of surge in patient numbers at facility
In a statement on Monday, the county government of Murang'a said the hospital has recorded a significant surge in patients in recent months, putting pressure on available facilities and staff.
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Ojwang: Kenya Kwanza stabilized economy through reforms, infrastructure
On healthcare, Ojwang described the rollout of the government’s universal health coverage programme as a bold move, following the repeal of old health laws and the introduction of four new legislative measures.
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Oil prices jump as Iran threatens to shut Strait of Hormuz
The ongoing war in Iran has disrupted global oil supplies, pushing crude prices higher and increasing fuel costs. Geopolitical analysts warn that oil prices could remain high for years as markets struggle to recover.
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MCK condemns Kitale attack on journalists, demands accountability
The victims were allegedly targeted by known individuals following coverage of a corruption story linked to a local political figure, with MCK calling for urgent investigations and accountability, terming the incident a grave violation of press freedom and a threat to democracy.
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Activist alleges corruption, not economy, blocks Kenya’s growth
Patrick Osoi told Radio Generation that real power in Kenya rests with security agencies, not elected leaders, and warned that corruption and ignored intelligence are undermining governance and economic growth.
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Activist urges citizen-led accountability, slams police impunity
Activist Patrick Osoi urged Kenyans to lead accountability efforts, criticizing personality-driven politics, impunity in security agencies and weak enforcement of the 2010 Constitution during a Radio Generation interview.
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KeNHA urges caution as Kitale-Morpus Road cut off by floods
Motorists plying the route from Lodwar are advised to use the Marich Pass–Nakuru route as an alternative.
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Elon Musk to build own AI chips with help of Optimus robots
Terafab, a manufacturing facility based near Austin, Texas, intends to bring logic, memory and advanced packaging under one roof.
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81 killed in floods caused by heavy rainfall - NPS
In a statement on March 22, 2026, the National Police Service says the Eastern region has recorded 21 fatalities, while the Coast region has reported a total of five.
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DCI begins probe over missing Raphael Tuju
In an update on the matter, the DCI said Tuju was reported missing by his family on Sunday, March 22, 2026. His motor vehicle was discovered abandoned along Miotoni Lane with its hazard lights on.
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Kericho's Makaburini Cemetery mystery deepens as DCI takes over probe
In a statement released on March 22, 2026, the DCI says preliminary findings indicate that thirteen unclaimed bodies were officially released from Nyamira County Referral Hospital and transported to Kericho for burial on the morning of March 20, 2026.
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Oburu Oginga urges transparent probe into Raphael Tuju’s disappearance
In a statement on Sunday, Oburu said he had been “informed of the emerging issues surrounding Hon. Raphael Tuju” and had “urgently called upon the government, through the relevant investigative bodies, to look into this matter with transparency.”
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Kisumu police recover modified G3 rifle tied to violent robberies
According to police, the operation was launched after “credible information from a wary and responsible citizen” pointed to a breakthrough in tracing a missing G3 FMP rifle linked to criminal activity in the region.
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Middle East conflict near nuclear sites poses serious public health risk - WHO
In a statement issued on March 22, 2026, the World Health Organization chief said the escalation raises serious concerns about public health and environmental safety, particularly after reports that strikes hit the Natanz Enrichment Complex in Iran and the Israeli city of Dimona, where a nuclear facility is located.
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Kenya grants amnesty to citizens recruited in Russia military operations
As part of the agreement, Kenya’s embassy in Moscow has been granted consular access to nationals in hospitals and civilian facilities to support the repatriation of the injured and facilitate “the dignified return of the remains of those who have lost their lives.”
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Primary schools in Emurua Dikirr to close for UDA nominations - PS Bitok
Bitok said on Saturday that the decision affects primary schools in the constituency that will be used as polling and tallying centres during the party primaries.
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ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan cleared of sexual misconduct by three-judge panel
A report by Middle East Eye published on Saturday said a panel of three judges submitted a confidential report to the court’s oversight body, the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP), on March 9.
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Sudan: Over 60 killed in strike on hospital, WHO says
The dead from Friday's attack include 13 children, medical staff and multiple patients, WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Saturday night.
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Editors Guild demands probe into assault of journalists in Cherangany
The Kenya Editors Guild has condemned the assault of two journalists covering a UDA meeting in Cherangany, urging a thorough police probe and warning the attack undermines press freedom and accountability.
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Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran power plants if Hormuz stays shut
The threats come as the Strait of Hormuz, a vital conduit for around a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, remains effectively closed, sending European gas prices surging as much as 35% last week.
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Nairobi police kill suspected robber, launch manhunt for two others
In a statement by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the suspects, reportedly armed with a pistol and crude weapons, had been robbing members of the public in the Makaburini area before attacking officers on patrol, prompting a shootout in which one was killed and two escaped with injuries.
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Police probe alleged mass grave at Kericho’s Makaburini Cemetery
According to a statement issued on Sunday, officers moved swiftly to secure the site after the claims emerged, as authorities work to verify the reports and establish the facts surrounding the incident.
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National blackout hits Cuba for second time in a week
Cuba's energy ministry said "a total disconnection of the National Electrical System has occurred", in a statement posted on social media. "Protocols for restoration are already beginning to be implemented."
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Ruto appoints Catherine Mutua as Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority chair
The appointment, made through a gazette notice, takes effect from March 19, 2026, and will run for a period of three years, placing Mutua at the helm of the authority’s board to guide development initiatives within the Tana and Athi river basins.