Cost of living tops global concerns as millions of Kenyans face poverty risk
A survey found that 56% of respondents across 32 countries ranked the cost of living as their biggest concern, up six percentage points from last
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East African Portland Cement(EAPC) Net Profit Down 68.6% to KSh 1.58 Billion
East African Portland Cement(EAPC) closed the 2026 financial year ended 30th June 2026 with stronger production and sales volumes, but profitability came under pressure. Financial Performance of EAPC (KSh) – Revenue: KSh 9.07billion, up…
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Dangote hires Spanish firm for Ethiopia’s Sh520 billion fertiliser project
Dangote and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched construction in October 2025, following a shareholders’ agreement between Dangote Group and Ethiopian.
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Maraga raises alarm over Cabinet gender rule as court deadline expires
Maraga says the expired court deadline raises questions about constitutional supremacy and respect for judicial authority.
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Ruto, Putin agree to halt recruitment of Kenyans into Russian military
Kenyans will no longer be recruited into the Russian military following an agreement reached between President William Ruto and his Russian counterpart, President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow on Thursday. During a bilateral…
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Yorkshire Water boss resigns after firm downgraded
In a statement on Friday, Shaw said it had been a "privilege" to lead the company but that it was the "right time" to leave her post.
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Linda Mwananchi unveils proposed leadership team, names Osotsi party chair
The Linda Mwananchi Movement (LMM) has unveiled its proposed national leadership structure, naming Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi as chairperson and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as party leader. The officials-designate were announced on…
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Sugarcane farmers gear up to elect Kenya Sugar Board representatives
Sugarcane farmers are gearing up to elect their representatives to the Kenya Sugar Board on November 24, 2026.
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Putin offers 70 scholarships to Kenyan students
Putin said Russia would provide 70 scholarships in 2027 as part of efforts to strengthen educational ties between Moscow and Nairobi.
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Ruto, Putin agree on return of Kenyans recruited into Russian military
President William Ruto has announced an agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt the recruitment of Kenyans into the Russian military, following bilateral talks at the Kremlin in Moscow. Ruto said Putin had confirmed that…
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State closes in on developer for Mrima Hill mineral deposit in Kwale
Located about 65 kilometres from Mombasa, Mrima Hill is considered one of Kenya's most promising mineral deposits.
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Standard Group Picks Dr Naim Bilal Yaseen As Its New CEO
Standard Group, the oldest media house in East Africa, has appointed Dr Naim Bilal Yaseen as its new CEO and Managing Director w.e.f November 1s5 2926, just days after the Board settled on John Bundotich to handle the ship after the…
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LSK threatens court action over election results livestreaming, police reforms
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has threatened legal action against Parliament over proposed changes to election laws that could weaken public scrutiny and verification of results ahead of the 2027 General Election. LSK President Charles…
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Ruto unveils plan to install 50,000 streetlights in Nairobi
The plan also includes repairing 20,000 faulty streetlights and installing 10,000 new solar-powered smart lights across the capital.
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Democratic senator blames Egypt press crackdown on Trump military aid decision
A top Democratic senator has blamed a crackdown on independent journalism in Egypt on a decision by the Trump administration to waive human rights conditions on US military funding to the country. Chris Murphy, who sits on the Senate…
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Pope Leo XIV becomes first pontiff to vote in a US election
Pope Leo XIV has submitted his mail-in ballot in Illinois, for the midterm elections, becoming the first-ever pope to vote in a US election. “The Holy Father expresses his belief in the right and the duty of citizens to participate in…
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Africa Cup of Nations reverts back to being held every two years
Next year's tournament is being co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda and CAF said the following three would take place in 2028, 2031 and 2033.
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Presidents Ruto, Putin agree to stop recruitment of Kenyans into Russian military
As such, the landmark agreement effectively closes the recruitment channels through which several Kenyans had been illegally enlisted to fight in the.
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Linda Mwananchi Movement unveils party offices in Lavington, Nairobi
The unveiling of the Lavington headquarters marks a new phase in Sifuna's push to position himself as the opposition's joint presidential candidate.
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Kenya to get 15,000 smart weather stations in farming technology rollout
The rollout will connect farmers to weather data, agricultural advisers, input suppliers, financial institutions and commercial produce buyers.
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Nairobi Police Chief assures ODM of security ahead of Jacaranda rally
Speaking after a meeting with Nairobi security chiefs, Mohamud said police officers would be deployed along the route from Uhuru Park to Jacaranda Grounds to maintain security and ensure the orderly movement of participants
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Donald Kipkorir calls out Sifuna supporters over Kalonzo booing at Linda Mwananchi launch
The city lawyer says the heckling could undermine Sifuna's presidential ambitions, warning that he needs support from across the country.
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Kenyatta University student charged over Sh140,000 iPhone 17 robbery at Roysambu hostel
The case took a different turn as the three accused persons acknowledged handling the stolen phone while contesting the circumstances under which it was.
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Kalonzo booed after warning Sifuna against early presidential declaration
Kalonzo was booed by sections of the crowd during the unveiling of the Linda Mwananchi Movement's national headquarters in Nairobi after cautioning Senator Edwin Sifuna against declaring himself the Opposition's presidential candidate…
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