Treasury holds strategic retreat to fast-track key reforms
Each directorate is presenting progress made under its mandate, challenges affecting implementation, priorities and areas requiring stronger coordination.
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‘Jobs will be lost’: Thigo urges Kenyans to adapt to AI revolution
Thigo said Kenya’s greatest advantage in the AI era is its young, digitally connected population.
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NCIC: We are in process of summoning political actors over Homa Bay rally chaos
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has condemned political intolerance and acts of violence witnessed during a political rally in Homa Bay County. NCIC Chairman Bishop Dr. Kepha Omae described the incidents as…
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AI will take some jobs — but create 78 million more, Kenya’s Tech envoy forecasts
“”The reality is jobs will be lost. The issue I always tell folks is, where will you be? In the net loss, or the net gain? And it means anybody today who does not have your job plus AI will be displaced,” the special envoy said.
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Embu Bishop Bans Politicians From Addressing Congregations in Catholic Churches
The Catholic Diocese of Embu has issued new guidelines restricting political activities in churches and liturgical celebrations. Bishop Peter Kimani Ndung’u has directed politicians to attend Mass as ordinary worshippers and not use church…
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Kang’ata condemns violence against Linda Mwananchi in Homa Bay, demands action
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata Monday condemned violence reported during a Linda Mwananchi mobilisation in Homa Bay, accusing authorities of allowing political goons to attack citizens exercising their constitutional rights. Kang’ata…
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Over 400 children receive free heart surgery through Nairobi Hospital Charity Fund
The Nairobi Hospital has previously said the Heart Fund supports children aged between zero and 12 years who require cardiac treatment. More than 400 children had benefited from free heart operations by the 2025 tournament, according to…
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Missing Bungoma Woman Rep Aspirant Found Injured
Bungoma Woman Representative Aspirant Agnetta Mwangale has been found injured after reportedly going missing. Mwangale was located on August 17, according to an update shared by Vihiga Woman Rep aspirant Amakove Wala. “My fellow woman rep…
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Applications open for Swift Academy’s Nairobi edition to empower music talent
Martell and Africa House have officially launched applications for the debut edition of the Swift Academy, a pan-African talent development platform designed to empower emerging music creatives and industry professionals in Nairobi. The…
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Popular Kenyan Comedian Deactivates Account After Appealing for Support at Disappointing Eldoret Event
Comedian Jemutai has deactivated her social media account after her 11th anniversary celebration in Eldoret. A spot check by The Kenya Times on August 17, 2026, found that Jemutai’s social media accounts were no longer available. The…
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If Meta loses this trial, Instagram and Facebook could change forever
Should Meta ultimately lose a case of this scale, it could force fundamental changes to the way young people experience social media.
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Kenya Health Summit opens Tuesday as Govt faces pressure to turn reforms into better care
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 17 — Kenya’s health reform agenda moves into the spotlight tomorrow as more than 5,000 delegates converge at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) for the Kenya…
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Trump says US to scale back South Korea military drills after it stayed out of Iran war
Trump also noted on Truth Social that South Korea had recently declined to join the US in the “denuclearisation” of Iran.
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Trump envoy Kushner arrives in Israel after rare Hamas talks on Gaza peace plan
It comes after Kushner held rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan.
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KMPDU condemns arrests of Ugandan medical interns, calls for regional action
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16— The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has condemned the reported arrest, harassment and assault of medical interns in Uganda, warning that the treatment…
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Kalonzo to Ruto: Stop Forcing Uhuru Into Vision 2060 Plan
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka urged President William Ruto to stop attacking former President Uhuru Kenyatta and let him enjoy his retirement in peace. Kalonzo stated that Kenya’s fourth president earned the respect that citizens give…
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Kindiki Threatens to Expose Secret Late Night Meetings With Gachagua Before Impeachment
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that he holds a dossier detailing confidential late-night meetings the two held before Gachagua’s impeachment and cautioned him against continuing his…
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Govt to Distribute 5 Million Avocado Seedlings, Introduce Cocoa Farming in Meru
The government will distribute five million avocado seedlings and introduce one million cocoa seedlings in Meru County as part of a major agricultural expansion programme aimed at boosting production and increasing farmers’ incomes.…
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Vehicles damaged and people injured as hired goons attack Linda Mwananchi Homa Bay rallies
Chaos rocked the Linda Mwananchi rallies in Homa Bay County on Sunday as at least one vehicle was torched, several people including journalists injured and 17 suspects arrested. Several other cars were attacked and vandalized in the chaos…
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Kindiki fires back at Gachagua in blistering response to voice jibes
“You can mock my voice all you want. But I won’t stoop to your lowly level by trying to respond or by discussing your not so great anatomy.”
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KDF Soldier Loses Mother Two Days After Returning Home From Military Training
A young Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) soldier from Sare Village in Moticho Ward is mourning the death of his mother just two days after returning home following the successful completion of military training. South Mugirango MP and Majority…
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Is the world ready for a female UN Secretary-General?
As the second and last term of Antonio Guterres comes to a close in December 2026, the race for the next United Nations (UN) Secretary-General has gained momentum turning to who will steer the world’s premier multilateral body in 2027.…
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KEG condemns assault of AFP journalists in Homa Bay
Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) has condemned the alleged assault of Kisumu-based Agence France-Presse (AFP) journalists Fred Ooko and Brian Ongoro while covering a rally in Homa Bay, calling for thorough investigations and prosecution. In a…
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Gachagua tears into ‘expert’ Mbadi over claim that soda sales show economic recovery
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16-Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi’s argument that rising soft-drink consumption is a sign of improving household incomes, accusing the government…
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