5 herders abducted by suspected al-Shabaab in Mandera, ransom demanded
The suspected militants are said to have demanded a ransom of three goats per person, Sh6,000 or one camel per person in exchange for the release of the herders.
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Landmark Global Review Confirms Nicotine E-Cigarettes Help More Smokers Quit Than Traditional Therapies
Traditional Therapies New findings emerge as Kenya considers the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024 and stakeholders debate the regulation of nicotine pouches and other smoke-free nicotine products
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New Courier Rules Change How Kenyans Send Parcels
Kenyans who regularly use courier and app-based delivery services are set to experience new requirements from September 2026 after the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) introduced new licensing conditions governing the handling and…
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Labour CS Mutua launches flying vlog after earning pilot licence
Mutua said he plans to release more episodes on Thursdays and Saturdays, inviting viewers to follow his journey.
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Kilifi Medical Services Week: Bringing Healthcare Closer to the People
For one Kilifi family, the George Kithi Foundation’s 2025 medical outreach marked the start of a medical journey they could not have managed alone. A father had taken his nine-year-old child to the second edition of Kilifi Medical Services…
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Gachagua Raises Questions Over IEBC Election System Tender, Links South Korean Firm to 2027 Poll
Former Deputy President and Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has raised concerns over the procurement of Kenya’s Integrated Election Management System (IEMS), alleging that the tender process has been designed to…
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Suspected Illegal Sugar Repackaging Syndicate in Bungoma
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 26 – Detectives in Bungoma have uncovered a suspected illegal sugar repackaging and rebranding syndicate during an intelligence-led operation targeting uncustomed goods. Officers from the Operations Support…
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Gachagua claims IEBC tender is rigged for South Korean firm
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 26 – DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua has taken the battle over the IEBC’s disputed election technology tender to diplomats and election observers, alleging that the procurement…
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Charlene Ruto, the President’s Daughter Who Became a Household Name Without Holding Public Office
Charlene Chelagat Ruto is the third-born daughter of President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto. Charlene has become a recognizable young public figure through her work in youth empowerment, climate action, agriculture,…
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IG Kanja: New recruits equipped to deal with all security threats
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has said that the new recruits who are scheduled for the passing-out parade on Friday have been properly trained to deal with all manner of security threats. Speaking after inspecting a passing-out…
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Thousands of Kenyans Face Uncertainty as Trump Halts Immigrant Visa Processing
Thousands of Kenyans seeking permanent residence in the United States face delays after President Donald Trump’s administration suspended immigrant visa appointments worldwide as part of stricter immigration screening measures. The move…
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Govt assures of a peaceful environment during the campaign period
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured Kenyans that the Government will protect their rights to express themselves, assemble, campaign and vote in a safe and peaceful environment. He said the Ministry will work with…
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Why Dolly Parton Never Had Children Despite 60 Years of Marriage and a $650 Million Fortune
Dolly Parton and her longtime husband, Carl Dean, remained married for nearly 60 years but never had children. Parton died aged 80 on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, as her family, fans, and the music world mourned the country music legend. Her…
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Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has said that the US Navy has removed or detonated all mines in the Strait of Hormuz – the vital waterway which Iran has largely closed since the beginning of the war in the Middle East. “Iran has been notified…
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“Beware of Team Mafisi,” Kisii University VC warns freshers
Kisii University Vice-Chancellor Prof Nathan Ogechi has warned newly admitted students against sexual predators, reckless relationships and peer pressure as they begin university life with greater freedom and independence. Speaking during…
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CIA chief travels to Moscow for unannounced talks, US media reports
The head of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has travelled to Moscow for unannounced talks, the BBC’s US news partner CBS has reported. John Ratcliffe reportedly arrived in the Russian capital earlier on Tuesday. Neither Washington…
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George Ruto Finally Meets Teacher Cillah, Forced to Set Record Straight
President William Ruto’s son, George Ruto, finally met Westlands Primary School teacher Priscilla Wanjiku Karanja, popularly known as Teacher Cillah, on Tuesday, August 26, ending weeks of social media speculation that had gripped Kenyans.…
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Makini Schools owner makes Sh5.8 billion profit in 6 months as enrolment drives growth
ADvTECH Group, the South African education company that owns Makini Schools, Crawford International and Rosebank College, posted a profit after tax of R726.2 million (about Sh5.81 billion) for the six months ended June 2026, supported by…
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Ruto to unveil new Kenya police uniforms on Friday
The General Duty officers under the Kenya Police Service (KPS) will start donning the new-look police uniform. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said the National Police Service (NPS) will implement recommendations arising from a…
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Three-year-old boy dies after fire in Mwingi rental house
A three-and-a-half-year-old boy died after a fire broke out in his mother’s rented house in Kwa Mashariki area, Mwingi Central Sub-County, Kitui County. The child was a PP2 pupil at Kasina Primary School. Police were alerted at about…
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IG Kanja Reveals When Police Officers Will Start Wearing New Uniforms
The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has confirmed the rollout of a new Kenya Police Service uniform, with General Duty officers set to begin wearing the outfit next week. Speaking to the media after assessing preparations for the…
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Historic Kamukunji Grounds Gets A Facelift
The historic Kamukunji Grounds in Nairobi, regarded as an important site in Kenya’s journey towards multiparty democracy, has been transformed into a modern public recreational and community facility under the Nairobi Rivers Regeneration…
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Kenya Airways flies into Sh16.1 billion half year net loss turbulence
The national carrier Kenya Airways has announced wider half year net loss of Sh16.08 billion for the first six months of the current financial year. This meant that the carrier had seen its net loss increase by Sh3.9 billion from the net…
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When political touts rock the boat: Coarse verbal attacks puncture Matiang’i’s backyard campaigns
In the heat of Kenya’s emerging 2027 political contest, combative language can easily be mistaken for political courage. But for some voters, particularly older residents, insults and personal attacks are less a sign of political strength…
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