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Crack down on illicit brews in Migori to continue
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Crack down on illicit brews in Migori to continue

Suna East Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Milka Kariuki has assured that the current crackdown on illicit brews in Migori County, and particularly in Suna East, will not stop despite claims that the Police and Chiefs were harassing…

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WMO confident that 2026 is El Nino year
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WMO confident that 2026 is El Nino year

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) indicates an 80% likelihood of an El Niño event during June–August 2026. In a statement, the World Weather body says, “probabilities for this to continue until at least November are near or above…

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Mombasa politicians warned against using goons ahead of 2027 elections
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Mombasa politicians warned against using goons ahead of 2027 elections

As the 2027 General Election draws closer, Mombasa County Commissioner (CC), Mohamed Nur, has warned politicians against using goons and youths to disrupt opponents’ meetings or masquerade as security personnel during political activities.…

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Over 800,000 people registered under SHA in North Eastern
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Over 800,000 people registered under SHA in North Eastern

Since the inception of the Social Health Authority (SHA), more than 800,000 people have been registered in three North Eastern counties. Speaking during the 63rd Madaraka Day celebration in Wajir, President William Ruto said the enrolment…

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Spanish HSBC SVNS leg Championship turn nightmare for Kenya’s Shujaa
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Spanish HSBC SVNS leg Championship turn nightmare for Kenya’s Shujaa

Kenya’s national rugby sevens team, ‘Shujaa,’ battled fiercely against a highly competitive field to finish eighth at the second leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship, held from 29th to 31st May, 2026, at the Estadio José Zorrilla in…

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Nyando commemorates the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations
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Nyando commemorates the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations

Kadibo Sub-County Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) Casline Omollo leads residents in the commemoration of the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations at Nyakakana Primary School in Kobura Ward, Kisumu County on Monday, June 1, 2026. Photos by…

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Kenya urges stronger Africa–Korea cooperation in technology, growth
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Kenya urges stronger Africa–Korea cooperation in technology, growth

Kenya has called for stronger Africa-Korea collaboration to advance shared prosperity, sustainable growth and joint responses to emerging global challenges. Speaking at the Korea–Africa Ministers’ Meeting in Seoul, Prime Cabinet Secretary…

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Kenya stands tall among Africa’s rugby elite
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Kenya stands tall among Africa’s rugby elite

Kenya’s national women’s rugby team, the ‘Lionesses,’ has finished runners-up in the just-concluded 2026 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division after South Africa. The stage was set for a blockbuster finale on Sunday, 31st May, as…

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Ruto apologises for Northern Kenya marginalisation
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Ruto apologises for Northern Kenya marginalisation

President William Ruto has issued a formal apology to the people of Northern Kenya for decades of State-sanctioned marginalisation and neglect that have resulted in the reaion severely lagging behind in national development. The President…

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Two children die in a house fire as mother hangs self
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Two children die in a house fire as mother hangs self

A tragic incident has left residents of Kong’onge village in Rachuonyo West Sub-County, Homa Bay County, in shock after a 30-year-old woman allegedly set her house on fire with her four children inside before committing suicide by hanging…

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Youth training on digital literacy
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Youth training on digital literacy

The International Labour Organization (ILO), in partnership with the Power Learn Project (PLP) and the Turkana County Government, conducted a one-day digital skills training for youth drawn from both host and refugee communities in…

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Embu County confirms first case of mpox disease
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Embu County confirms first case of mpox disease

The County Government of Embu has confirmed the first case of Mpox involving a 29-year-old female patient from Runyenjes Constituency. County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Health Jamal Runyenje: The case was confirmed on May 30…

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Kenyan farmers abandon tobacco for food crops under WHO-Led initiative
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Kenyan farmers abandon tobacco for food crops under WHO-Led initiative

More than 12,400 tobacco farmers in Kenya have now transitioned to growing food crops under the Tobacco Free Farms initiative programme. Spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Ministry of Health, and development partners,…

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War against drugs to salvage sporting talent in central region, says PS
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War against drugs to salvage sporting talent in central region, says PS

The war against the prevalent use of drugs and alcohol in Murang’a County and the larger central region should be intensified as part of protecting and safeguarding the diverse sporting talents among the youth. The Principal Secretary for…

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Anglican Church concerned over political intolerance
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Anglican Church concerned over political intolerance

The Anglican Church has expressed concern over the growing culture of political hostility, insults, abusive language by leaders, and incitement that has continued to characterise the political discourse. Noting that leadership is a sacred…

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President Ruto begins three day tour of Wajir County
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President Ruto begins three day tour of Wajir County

President William Ruto began a three-day tour of development projects in northern Kenya on Sunday ahead of Madakara Day celebrations to be marked in Wajir town on Monday. The President commenced his tour in Wajir South Constituency, where…

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Wajir County ready to host historic 63rd Madaraka Day
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Wajir County ready to host historic 63rd Madaraka Day

Kenyans from across the country attending the 63rd Madaraka Day in Wajir County should expect a well-coordinated event after months of preparations according to officials handling the national celebration. Speaking during an exclusive…

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MPs: Over 12,774 new IDs remain uncollected in Kisii County.
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MPs: Over 12,774 new IDs remain uncollected in Kisii County.

More than 12,700 national identity cards remain uncollected in Kisii County even as Members of Parliament raised concerns over persistent delays and alleged discrimination in the issuance of IDs to residents of Kenya’s border counties. The…

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Suspect behind viral inflammatory posts arrested in Mombasa
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Suspect behind viral inflammatory posts arrested in Mombasa

Detectives have arrested David Onyango, aka MC Adek Tatu, in Mombasa over alleged insensitive and inflammatory social media posts that sparked widespread public outrage. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the…

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KMPDC probes botched surgery in Trans Nzoia
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KMPDC probes botched surgery in Trans Nzoia

Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has launched investigations into the death of Brian Simiyu following an alleged surgical procedure by a medical practitioner at an unregistered facility. KMPDC Chief Executive…

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Mombasa launches inspection of schools to assess fire safety levels
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Mombasa launches inspection of schools to assess fire safety levels

The county government of Mombasa has embarked on a fire safety inspection exercise covering all learning institutions and premises domiciled in the coastal city. The directive was issued by area Governor, Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir,…

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