EPRA keeps fuel prices unchanged for next 30 days
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 14 – The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has retained fuel prices unchanged for the next 30 days. In it’s monthly review, in Nairobi, Super Petrol will…
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Rainfall Expected in Nairobi, Western Kenya and Coast as KMSA Issues Weekly Forecast
According to the weekly rainfall forecast released by KMSA on Monday, rainfall is expected in parts of more than 20 counties during the period.
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‘We are not out of time’: IEBC defends election technology timeline
IEBC Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana said the commission had about 120 days to complete the procurement of the technology, followed by another 60 days for simulations and testing.
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Massive turnout as UDA undertakes nominations re-run in Lamu
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has successfully conducted a repeat of its grassroots nominations in Lamu County, recording a turnout of approximately 15,000 party members. The exercise recorded a dramatic attendance from the roughly…
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EPRA Retains September-October Fuel Prices
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has retained the maximum retail prices of Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene for the September-October pricing cycle. The prices will remain unchanged from September 15 to October 14,…
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Ruto’s Kericho tour accelerates infrastructure, economic transformation
President William Ruto’s four-day development tour of Kericho County has set the stage for the expansion and upgrading of Kericho Town towards city status, with major investments unveiled in urban infrastructure, housing, education,…
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Safaricom offers free medical camp in Migori
Over 3,000 residents in Migori County are targeted to receive free specialised healthcare services through a medical camp organised by the M-Pesa and Safaricom Foundations. M-Pesa and Safaricom Foundations Program Manager, Ms. Sophie…
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Former Dhabiti Sacco CEO Titus Miriti Munjuri charged over alleged Sh20.7mn theft
Munjuri is accused of stealing the funds on diverse dates between January 2, 2025, and June 7, 2025.
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Maraga takes 2027 presidential campaign to US diaspora
Maraga, who is seeking the presidency on UGM party ticket, will begin his US tour on September 17 and is scheduled to depart for Nairobi on October 5.
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How Kinatwa Sacco Grew From a Rural Transport Cooperative Into an Eastern Kenya Powerhouse
Kinatwa Sacco has established itself as one of Eastern Kenya’s leading transport operators, providing passenger and parcel services across the Nairobi-Eastern Kenya corridor. Headquartered in Kitui, the Sacco serves destinations including…
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Moi’s Long-Serving Personal Physician Dr David Silverstein Dies
Wetangula described Silverstein as a distinguished medical practitioner whose service to Moi and contribution to Kenya’s medical profession had left a lasting legacy.
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How to Claim Safaricom’s Free Birthday Data Bundle
Safaricom customers can claim a free 1GB data bundle on their birthday under the Safaricom Anniversary service. According to the terms of the service, customers can dial 54419# on their birthday to check their eligibility and redeem the…
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Meta, This Is Digital launch AI academy in Kenya to advance Africa’s digital economy
Meta has officially partnered with leading African Al accelerator This is Digital to launch the Al Academy Kenya, a flagship capacity-building program designed to equip Kenyan students, developers, startups, small business owners, and…
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Who Is Zawadi Nyong’o, Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o’s Eldest Daughter and Lupita’s Sister
Zawadi Nyong’o has built a career in digital activism, communications, feminist organizing, fundraising, and wellness. Zawadi is the daughter of Kisumu Governor and veteran politician Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and communications professional…
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Twiga Foods is in administration, 16 months after the leaked plan we published
Kenyan startup Twiga Foods is under administration after raising $185.4 million. An administrator now runs GT Flow Limited, formerly Twiga Foods One.
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EPRA Announces New Fuel Prices for September – October Cycle
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced new fuel prices for the period between September 15 and October 14, 2026. In the latest review announced on Septemer 14, EPRA has retained the maximum retail prices of…
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Muslim leaders launch SACCO to boost economic empowerment
Over 1000 Muslim leaders drawn from the Western Region yesterday converged at Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County to chat away forward on how to socio-economically empower themselves. The Muslim leaders converged under the national…
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Airtel Africa Shuts Down Kenya Fiber Unit After Two Years
Airtel Africa is winding up Airtel Kenya Telesonic Limited, its wholesale fiber and internet subsidiary in Kenya, just two years after launching it. The company’s own financial statements, filed for the year ended 31 December 2025, confirm…
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Ruto unveils Ksh23B road investment for Kisumu during Nyanza tour
President William Ruto has announced a Ksh23 billion road investment for Kisumu County as part of efforts to expand connectivity and open up new opportunities for trade and economic activity. Speaking during the second day of his…
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Kakamega chiefs, assistants directed to reactivate security committees
Western Regional Commissioner Allan Machari has ordered Kakamega chiefs and assistant chiefs to reactivate and strengthen security committees in respective jurisdictions to enhance the fight against insecurity. Machari issued the directive…
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Govt, World Bank review progress of Kenya Digital Economy Acceleration Project
The review focused on the project’s contribution to expanding digital infrastructure, access to digital government services, digital skills and economic opportunities for Kenyans.
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Meta Partners with This Is Digital to Launch AI Academy Kenya
Meta has partnered with African AI accelerator This Is Digital to launch AI Academy Kenya, a new capacity-building programme aimed at equipping Kenyan students, developers, startups, small business owners and professionals with practical…
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Dollar Struggles to Reclaim Ksh130 as Kenya Shilling Stays Resilient
The US dollar remained below the Ksh130 mark against the Kenya shilling on Monday, extending a trend that has persisted for months despite rising global oil prices and renewed uncertainty in international markets. Central Bank of Kenya…
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Kenyatta University teams qualify for the Open Lanes Varsity Invitational
NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 14 – Three relay squads from Kenyatta University have secured their spots in the Open Lanes Varsity Invitational finals after dominating an intense set of in-campus qualifiers.…
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