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The Kirinyaga County Government has rolled out a Sh33 million modernization project to give Kutus town a major facelift and create a more conducive environment for businesses, residents and visitors. The project, funded through the World…
Al Shifaa Media FC have booked their place in the Sisi Ni Dola Cup 2026 final after edging Azzam United 1-0 in the second semi-final played at Mombasa Sports Club. Swaleh Kenrod scored the decisive goal in the 44th minute to send Al Shifaa…
Residents of Murang’a County are feeling the pressure of rising food prices, with the cost of potatoes increasing significantly amid higher fuel and transportation costs. A spot check at Mukuyu Market in Murang’a town on Wednesday…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12-Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of deliberately humiliating his successor, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, amid growing political ties between the ruling Kenya…
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has issued new directives on what to do whenever a suspect dies while in police custody. Speaking to police commanders during a sensitization forum on the new Service Standing Orders and police…
N Chandrasekaran, the chairman of Tata Group, has said that he will not seek reappointment when his term ends in February. The 63-year-old said the decision came after the board of Tata Sons could not reach a resolution on a five-year…
Spotify is introducing a new feature that will highlight if an artist has been generated by artificial intelligence (AI). The streaming service says the AI Persona badge, that will start appearing on some profiles from mid-September, will…
ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds. An Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) is an investment vehicle that pools investors’ money and uses it to acquire a portfolio of underlying assets. These assets may include equities, government securities, corporate…
Residents of Langas Ward in Uasin Gishu County are set to benefit from an infrastructure boost worth over Sh57 million aimed at upgrading roads, expanding electricity connectivity, and enhancing security in the area. The…
Co-operative Bank of Kenya, better known as Co-op Bank, has posted a strong profit before tax of KSh23.1 billion for the half-year ended 30th June 2026, up from KSh19.7 billion recorded in the same period in 2025, representing an…
More than 800 nurses in Mombasa County remain off duty as the nationwide nurses’ strike enters its second week, with union officials insisting they will not return to work until the Council of Governors (CoG) signs a long-outstanding…
David Crowley is projected to have won a primary election to become the Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor, in a surprise result that dents a winning streak for the party’s left wing. Crowley, the more centrist candidate, has…
The Budget and Appropriations Committee has adopted its Report on the Equalisation Fund Appropriation Bill, 2026, paving the way for consideration of the proposed allocation by the National Assembly. The Committee Vice Chairperson and…
The Government has called for stronger collaboration between Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and industry to ensure graduates acquire practical, job-ready skills that align with labour market needs and…
Kenya could achieve high income status within the next three decades with targeted investments in key economic sectors in order to raise household income. During the launch of the National Conversation Beyond Vision 2030 blueprint which is…
LONDON, England, August 12, 2026 – Lionel Messi said he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football as he posted an emotional tribute after his father’s death.…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 12-The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) is turning to satellite technology and Earth observation data to strengthen monitoring of the country’s forests as Kenya accelerates efforts to expand…
Kerugoya Location has a new administrator following the inauguration of Chief Justus Mwari, with local leaders urging him to prioritise public engagement, fairness and efficient delivery of government services. The inauguration ceremony,…
The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Mausoleum in Bondo, Siaya County, has been temporarily closed. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, August 12, the National Museums of Kenya (NMK) said the closure will pave the way for construction and…
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 12, 2026 – Kenya Kabbadi Union (KKU) founding president Silas Jakakimba says they will intensify efforts to grow the sport around the country following the country’s triumph…
Mike Sonko, born Mbuvi Gideon Kioko, is one of Kenya’s most recognizable and controversial political figures. His journey has taken him from prison cells to Nairobi’s City Hall. The former governor has also built a reputation for…
Diego Maradona showed “warning signs” that went unheeded during the home hospitalization leading up to his death in 2020, a witness on Tuesday told the trial examining the Argentine football legend’s demise. Seven healthcare professionals…
Ebola has killed more than 2,000 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in the latest outbreak, which is nearing the country’s deadliest ever. The current outbreak, which has hit the DRC’s conflict-plagued eastern and…
CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) held the Central Bank Rate(CBR) at 8.75%, the third consecutive time that it has done so. The CBR is the benchmark used by commercial banks to price their loans to customers. Leaving this rate untouched, or…
