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Seven suspects charged with Ksh192 million methamphetamine seizure
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Seven suspects charged with Ksh192 million methamphetamine seizure

Seven individuals have been charged before Mombasa Law Courts Senior Principal Magistrate, Gladys Olimo, over the possession of 24 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at Sh192 million, believed to be part of a larger drug haul stolen from…

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Crackdown on criminal gangs launched in Kisumu
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Crackdown on criminal gangs launched in Kisumu

The government has launched an intensified crackdown on criminal gangs in Kisumu following renewed reports of extortion and violence in major markets and transport hubs. Kisumu County Commissioner Benson Leparmorijo raised concern over the…

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State Honours: Ruto awards over 800 Kenyans, including AG and CSs
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State Honours: Ruto awards over 800 Kenyans, including AG and CSs

President William Ruto has conferred awards, decorations and medals to over 879 distinguished individuals in recognition of their outstanding service to the nation. Among those conferred with the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya, Second…

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King Charles III sends Jamhuri Day message, reaffirms UK–Kenya ties
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King Charles III sends Jamhuri Day message, reaffirms UK–Kenya ties

King Charles III has sent a warm Jamhuri Day message to President William Ruto and the people of Kenya, reaffirming the longstanding partnership between the United Kingdom and Kenya and underlining areas of deepening cooperation. In a…

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Talanta stadium to be renamed Raila Odinga
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Talanta stadium to be renamed Raila Odinga

The Talanta Stadium, currently under construction, is set to be renamed Raila Odinga International Stadium upon its completion. This development follows President William Ruto’s acceptance of an emotional appeal by Nairobi Governor Johnson…

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Four nabbed in Ksh 3.2M LPO scam in Thika
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Four nabbed in Ksh 3.2M LPO scam in Thika

A team of detectives from the Operations Actions Team (OAT) has apprehended four individuals for forging Local Purchase Orders (LPOs) to acquire goods valued at Ksh3,249,500 in Thika town. The suspects, operating under the guise of…

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Tight security in Mombasa assured as festive season kicks-off,
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Tight security in Mombasa assured as festive season kicks-off,

Mombasa County Commissioner (CC), Mohamed Noor, has assured residents and visitors to the coastal city of enhanced security as the festive season gets underway. Speaking during the 62nd Jamhuri Day Celebrations in Changamwe Sub-county, CC…

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NLP makes bold Mount Kenya entry, builds momentum beyond Ukambani
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NLP makes bold Mount Kenya entry, builds momentum beyond Ukambani

The National Labour Party (NLP) is making visible inroads in the Mount Kenya region, with a weekend rally in Tharaka drawing significant local turnout. The caravan, led by Jemima Katheeku, the party’s National Organizing Secretary,…

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Defence Ministry feted as top performer in National Accountability Awards
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Defence Ministry feted as top performer in National Accountability Awards

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been feted as one of Kenya’s top-performing public institutions after securing four major national awards for excellence in accountability, financial governance and public service leadership. The…

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Kenya unveils digital livestock reforms as drought threatens herds
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Kenya unveils digital livestock reforms as drought threatens herds

The government has announced an ambitious plan to modernize Kenya’s livestock sector through a comprehensive digital transformation aimed at curbing rising animal deaths linked to drought,disease, and weak surveillance systems. Speaking…

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New one-stop resource center opened in Eldoret city
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New one-stop resource center opened in Eldoret city

A comprehensive, all-in-one hub has been unveiled in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, to deliver extensive support for aspiring Kenyan migrant workers, returning migrants, and their families. The Kenya Labour Migration Resource Centre (KLMRC),…

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Women key to Africa’s advancement and development-Joyce Kithure
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Women key to Africa’s advancement and development-Joyce Kithure

Deputy President Spouse, Dr. Joyce Kithure, has challenged women from Africa to continue strongly pushing for their voices and efforts to be considered in the quest for a better continent. She said Africa cannot afford to ignore efforts by…

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MP Wanyonyi hosts over 300 elderly people for an early Christmas
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MP Wanyonyi hosts over 300 elderly people for an early Christmas

Over 300 elderly people in the five wards of Westlands constituency were treated to an early Christmas by the area MP, Tim Wanyonyi, at the Visa Oswal Centre on Friday. The elderly drawn from Kangemi, Mountain View, Kitisuru, Parklands and…

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Lumumba Affordable Housing Project transforming Kisumu city’s skyline
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Lumumba Affordable Housing Project transforming Kisumu city’s skyline

Over 1200 workers at Lumumba Affordable Housing Project gather outside for a quick lunch during their afternoon break. There are over 10 serving points maned by different ‘Mathe wa Food’ as the workers fondly refer to them. This is…

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KMTC students to access HELB funding-Kindiki
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KMTC students to access HELB funding-Kindiki

Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) students will soon get access to financial support through the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced. Speaking on Thursday when he graced the 94th KMTC…

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Government brings NYOTA youth business training to remote Lamu communities
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Government brings NYOTA youth business training to remote Lamu communities

The Principal Secretary for the State Department for MSMEs Development, Susan Mang’eni, on Sunday led a visit to the NYOTA Project Business Training sessions taking place across remote parts of Lamu West Constituency, reaffirming the…

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Kirinyaga among top counties in HIV control after infection drop
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Kirinyaga among top counties in HIV control after infection drop

Kirinyaga County has recorded a remarkable decline in new HIV infections, ranking among the best performing counties in terms HIV management. As the county celebrated the World AIDS Day (WAD) on Monday, statistics showed that there were…

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KCA University holds 19th graduation ceremony for 3,286 students
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KCA University holds 19th graduation ceremony for 3,286 students

KCA University (KCAU) has held its 19th Graduation Ceremony, presenting 3,286 graduates who completed various programmes across four schools. The event took place under the theme “Innovate, Elevate, Impact.” Speaking during the ceremony,…

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