Inside the China-only Honor Robot Phone: a 2.6g motor, two 200MP sensors, 7060mAh battery
Honor’s Robot Phone lifts a 200MP camera on a motorised titanium arm. It costs ¥9,999 and it never leaves China.
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Airtel turns on Starlink Mobile in DRC, the first commercial satellite-to-phone service in Africa
Airtel Africa and Starlink launched satellite-to-mobile service in DRC on 14 August 2026. Kenya tested first but awaits regulatory approval.
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Linda Mwananchi wants Wanga, Kaluma arrested over alleged state-sanctioned violence
The group demanded that the leaders publicly account for their actions or lack of action during the tour, while calling for investigations into their alleged links to the attacks.
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Nyoro joins opposition after year-long Talks with Gachagua, Kalonzo and Karua
He said the decision followed extensive consultations with leaders across the emerging opposition landscape, naming Gachagua, Kalonzo, Karua, James Orengo and Peter Munya among those he had met.
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Ndindi Nyoro officially breaks ranks with Ruto, unveils People’s Party of Kenya
Nyoro stopped short of declaring his presidential candidature but laid out a political strategy that could provide him with a platform to seek the top seat.
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Govt reaffirms commitment to strengthening cancer care
The Ministry of Health has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cancer prevention, early detection and equitable access to treatment while expanding regional capacity for specialised cancer care. Speaking at the Nairobi International…
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India at 80: Lessons for Africa from a major developing country partner
On August 15, India celebrated its 80th Independence Day, marking eight decades since the end of British colonial rule in 1947. The anniversary is significant beyond national remembrance. It invites reflection on how a vast, diverse…
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Police officer rescued from mob, arrested after allegedly luring 14-yr-old girl into house in Turbo
NAIROBI,Kenya, Aug 17- A police officer was rescued from an angry mob and arrested in Turbo, Uasin Gishu County, after he allegedly lured a 14-year-old girl into a house where…
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Gachagua moves to Court of Appeal in bid to overturn impeachment
Gachagua has appealed the High Court decision upholding his impeachment, arguing that the three-judge bench erred in finding that his removal from office could not be reversed despite violations of his constitutional rights.
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Bangladesh says PM will not visit India until Hasina is extradited
Bangladesh said on Sunday that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would not visit India until New Delhi extradited Sheikh Hasina, the Bangladeshi former premier who fled during a 2024 uprising. The countries have had a strained relationship…
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Zambia’s Hichilema leads presidential vote count
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema was well ahead in counting for national elections on Sunday with nearly half the constituencies declared, the electoral commission said. Hichilema had 54.82% or 1,056,812 of the declared votes,…
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Ole Sereni Group courts Nairobi’s diplomatic corps in push to grow embassy business
Ole Sereni Group opened its doors to Nairobi’s diplomatic community on 7th August 2026, hosting representatives of 50 embassies and international organisations at Emara Ole Sereni Hotel in a move the company is positioning as a deliberate…
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Government keen on revitalizing tea sector in Kisii region
Agriculture Principal Secretary Dr Kipronoh Rono has said the government is committed to improving tea sector in Kisii region to ensure farmers secure higher income from the commodity. In a meeting with Broadcasting and Telecommunications…
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37 suspects arrested over Homa Bay Linda Mwananchi rally violence
NAIROBI,Kenya, Aug 17- Police have arrested 37 suspected gang members in connection with violence surrounding Sunday’s Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay, as authorities intensify the search for one suspect…
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Ronaldo says ‘probably’ in last year of career
Cristiano Ronaldo believes this year is “probably” his last as a professional footballer, the 41-year-old Portuguese superstar said in an interview with Vogue magazine published on Sunday. Ronaldo, who has established his place among…
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18 Journalists, Two Drivers Attacked in Two Months, MCK Says
The council said at least 18 journalists and two drivers from different media houses had been assaulted and injured over the past two months, warning that the escalating attacks posed a serious threat to media freedom and democracy ahead…
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Deadly Homa Bay clashes during Linda Mwananchi rally leave officer dead, dozens injured
NAIROBI,Kenya,Aug 17- A police officer was killed and another officer seriously injured during violent clashes that erupted during the Linda Mwananchi political rally in Homa Bay, police said, as authorities…
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Donya defends Ruto as she courts Bonchari voters with empowerment drive
Kisii County’s Bonchari parliamentary aspirant Donya Toto has mounted a spirited defence of President William Ruto, urging residents to support his administration as she stepped up her grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General…
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Trump envoy Kushner meets Netanyahu after Hamas talks on peace plan
A meeting between Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Jared Kushner and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ended, the premier’s spokesperson has told the BBC. Kushner arrived in Israel on Sunday night after holding rare talks with…
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37 suspected gang members arrested in connection with Homa Bay chaos
The National Police Service (NPS) has arrested 37 suspected gang members in connection with the chaos witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday, August 16, 2026. In an update issued on Monday, August 17, the…
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Jorrel Hato Siblings: Getting to Know Elgyn Hato
Jorrel Evan Hato is a Dutch professional footballer born on 7 March 2006 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. He plays primarily as a centre-back or left-back and currently features for Premier League club Chelsea as well as the Netherlands national…
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Tijjani Reijnders Siblings: Meet Syane and Eliano Reijnders
Tijjani Martinus Jan Reijnders is a Dutch professional footballer born on 29 July 1998 in Zwolle, Netherlands. He plays as a central midfielder, known for his dynamic forward runs, ability to carry the ball from midfield, box-crashing…
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Burnham exchanged messages with person posing as Trump’s chief of staff
Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with a person posing as the chief of staff to US President Donald Trump. Downing Street has declined to comment on the security breach, first reported by Politico. Politico reported that…
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Mats Wieffer Siblings: Meet Rens and Bente Wieffer
Mats Henrik Berne Wieffer is a Dutch professional footballer born on 16 November 1999 in Borne, in the Twente region of the Netherlands. He primarily operates as a defensive midfielder or right-back and is known for his physical presence,…
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