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Oburu says ODM-UDA negotiations yet to begin
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Oburu says ODM-UDA negotiations yet to begin

Orange Democratic Movement Leader Oburu Oginga has dismissed claims that his party is withdrawing from negotiations with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). He clarified that assertions of a halt in discussions are unfounded,…

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Govt Announces Dates for National Youth Council Elections
The Kenya TimesNews

Govt Announces Dates for National Youth Council Elections

The government has officially announced timelines for the upcoming National Youth Council (NYC) elections, scheduled for July 2026. In a gazette notice dated April 17, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim…

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Iran War: UN Chief welcomes reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Iran War: UN Chief welcomes reopening of Strait of Hormuz

The United Nations has welcomed Iran’s decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing efforts to stabilise tensions in the Middle East. In a statement, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said the move by Iran to allow full passage…

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IEBC registers 1.3M new voters since March 30
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IEBC registers 1.3M new voters since March 30

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has registered 1,370,930 new voters since the rollout of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise on March 30, 2026. In a status update released Friday, the…

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Tragic End: Justin Fairfax’s Shocking Divorce and Death
Diaspora MessengerNews

Tragic End: Justin Fairfax’s Shocking Divorce and Death

Very Sad: Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax Kills Wife Before Taking His Own Life Amid Divorce Battle A shocking domestic violence tragedy has shaken residents of Fairfax County Virginia and the wider community after reports…

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Gov’t orders release of 188 motorbikes held for petty offences
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Gov’t orders release of 188 motorbikes held for petty offences

The Government has ordered the immediate release of motorbikes detained at police stations across the country for minor traffic-related offences, in line with a directive issued by the President. Principal Secretary for Internal Security…

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Ruto Orders Release of Ksh23B to Schools Ahead of Reopening
Business Today KenyaNews

Ruto Orders Release of Ksh23B to Schools Ahead of Reopening

Public schools across the country are set to receive Ksh23 billion ahead of the second term, after President William Ruto ordered the funds to be released immediately. The announcement was made on Friday, during the Kenya National Drama…

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Australian Man Becomes Grandfather at 91, Sets World Record
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Australian Man Becomes Grandfather at 91, Sets World Record

An Australian man has made global headlines after waiting more than nine decades to become a grandfather for the very first time. Guinness World Records officially certified Charles Smith as the world’s oldest first-time grandfather,…

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Why Watching the Masters is a Must for African Sport Fans
The Kenya TimesNews

Why Watching the Masters is a Must for African Sport Fans

For many sports fanatics in this part of the world, Premier League football teams like Arsenal are their passion. Additionally, some people opt to watch heavyweight boxing or the NBA. However, alongside these undeniably attractive pastimes…

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Mwichiune Market Complete as Govt Pushes BETA Agenda in Meru
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Mwichiune Market Complete as Govt Pushes BETA Agenda in Meru

The government has completed the Mwichiune ESP Market in Meru County, marking another milestone in the implementation of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). In a statement, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said…

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Inside the Ksh15 Billion Projects Govt Has Lined Up For Nyamira County
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Inside the Ksh15 Billion Projects Govt Has Lined Up For Nyamira County

Nyamira County is set for a major transformation following a raft of government-backed projects worth an estimated Ksh15 billion, targeting infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic development. At the heart of the plan is the…

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Blow to Trump as Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire, Issues New Demand
The Kenya TimesNews

Blow to Trump as Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire, Issues New Demand

Iran has rejected US President Donald Trump’s proposal for a temporary ceasefire in the Middle East conflict, stating that it is seeking a comprehensive end to the war across the region. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh,…

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