Xiaomi has built a box that replaces your cloud storage subscription
The Smart Storage holds up to 60TB, backs up your phone on its own and plays 4K video straight to a TV. There is no monthly fee.
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Huawei’s HarmonyOS is now the world’s third-largest mobile operating system
China’s government says HarmonyOS is the world’s third-largest mobile OS, though Huawei phones sold in Kenya still run Android-based EMUI.
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Indian Intelligence Detects Pakistani Bayraktar TB2 Drones Along LoC
Indian intelligence agencies have detected the presence of Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles operated by Pakistan near the Line of Control. The detection was reported in late August 2026, and the drones are being used for…
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Shin Bet Confirms Urgent Evacuation of Yair Netanyahu
Jerusalem – Israel’s Shin Bet security agency has officially confirmed the emergency evacuation of Yair Netanyahu, son of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, from the United States to Israel last year. The following facts have been…
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Right-wing commentator Milo Yiannopoulos deported from US to UK
British right-wing political commentator Milo Yiannopoulos has been deported from the United States after being detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Yiannopoulos, 41, a former editor of Breitbart News and one time…
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Tanzania swears in new Vice President Ndejembi
Former Minister for Energy Deogratius Ndejembi was sworn in as Tanzania’s new Vice President, succeeding Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi, who announced to resign from the position last week. Ndejembi took the oath of office at State House in Dodoma on…
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Niger’s security forces battle mutinuous soldiers at a strategic base, presidency district
A group of soldiers in Niger rebelled against officers at a key military base and fired at sensitive locations in the capital, Niamey, in an apparent mutiny marked by gunfire and explosions, authorities said Saturday, in what was seen as a…
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Federal judge says Trump discussing payoff to Stormy Daniels isn’t an official presidential action
A federal judge again denied President Donald Trump’s legal effort to get his New York state criminal hush money case moved to federal court, a move that could have made it easier to reverse his conviction. District Judge Alvin Hellerstein…
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No end in sight to FKF Premier League impasse as clubs protest new fixture list, start date
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 29, 2026 – The decision by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to kickstart the 2026/27 Premier League seems to have opened a can of worms that threaten…
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Cannabis smell at US Open is distracting – Boulter
British number one Katie Boulter has complained that the smell of cannabis is putting her off her game at the US Open. On Sunday, the final major of the season…
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Climate change groups call for greater investment in clean energy
Kenya is stepping up efforts to expand access to clean and affordable energy, particularly in communities that remain underserved by the national electricity grid. Civil society and faith-based organisations are now calling for greater…
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Five-star Bullets: Police ‘bludgeon’ Yei Joint Stars to keep Champions League hopes alive
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 29, 2026 – Kenya Police Bullets stand just 90 minutes away from continental football after dismantling South Sudan’s Yei Joint Stars 5-0 in a ruthless semi-final performance…
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Queens on the prowl! Malkia Strikers thrash Nigeria at African Championships
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 29, 2026 – Defending champions Kenya kept up their pursuit of a ticket to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics with a straight sets victory over Nigeria in…
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2026/2027 FKF Premier League season to kick off on Monday after court ruling
The FKF Premier League for the 2026/2027 season is set to commence on Monday, 31st August, following a High Court decision on Friday that cleared the way. The newly promoted team, 3K, will face Mara Sugar at Moi Stadium in Embu, with the…
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Meta’s new WhatsApp charge hits banks and big online shops, not the free Business app
Meta will charge Kenyan businesses Sh0.52 per WhatsApp reply from 1 October 2026, and here is exactly how it works
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Tecno’s Spark Go 3 Pro brings IP69 water resistance to a 5,200mAh budget phone
Tecno launches the Spark Go 3 Pro in India with IP69 water resistance and a 120Hz screen. Kenya pricing unconfirmed.
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The new face of nicotine quietly addicting Kenya’s youth
I recall a time when the face of tobacco addiction in Kenya was unmistakable. It belonged to an adult, often a man, with a cigarette dangling from weathered fingers. The harm was visible, the villain well-known. Today, the face of…
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Kenya, China conservationists explore tech use to protect biodiversity
Conservationists drawn from Kenya and China are exploring new ways to deploy new technology in a bid to protect biodiversity. During the just concluded China-Africa Biodiversity Conservation Exchange and Training Course & “Eagle City”…
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Opinion: Kenya’s Women in Sport Deserve More Than Applause
Opinion: Kenya’s Women in Sport Deserve More Than Applause NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 29 -Women’s sport is growing rapidly worldwide, but is Kenya doing it justice? From experience, Kenya’s women’s sports…
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Trending Nail Designs 2026: Popular Styles from Chrome to Furry Nails
Nail trends and popular styles in 2026 involve bold finishes and textile-inspired designs in contrast to the traditional plain nail manicures. With the evolution of nail designs, individuals can opt for a basic manicure and add nail art to…
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Maseno Acting VC cautions varsity students against indiscipline
Maseno University Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Erick Nyambedha, has challenged the newly admitted students to build their university journey on discipline, commitment, and high academic standards right from the beginning. The Acting VC…
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State partners with firms to strengthen provision of health
The Government is exploring the establishment of a dedicated financing fund to expand local manufacturing of medicines, vaccines, and other health products. Principal Secretary (PS) for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, met Consolidated…
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ELDOWAS revises water and sewerage tariffs
Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company Limited (ELDOWAS) has revised its water and sewerage tariffs for the 2026/2027 to 2028/2029 tariff period, with domestic consumers set to pay up to Sh140 per cubic metre for water consumption exceeding…
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Lock In Your Spot For The Indvstry Exchange Artist Accelerator Before The Clock Runs Out
Clock is ticking: applications close tomorrow, August 30th. If you are an independent musician, producer, visual artist, or stylist waiting for a direct, fast-tracked pipeline to the global stage, this…
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