Trump says US to scale back South Korea military drills after it stayed out of Iran war
Trump also noted on Truth Social that South Korea had recently declined to join the US in the “denuclearisation” of Iran.
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Treasury doubles domestic borrowing to Sh138bn in July
The amount was 105.5 percent higher than the Sh67.26 billion borrowed in July last year, according to the latest National Treasury fiscal outturn.
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Trump envoy Kushner arrives in Israel after rare Hamas talks on Gaza peace plan
It comes after Kushner held rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan.
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Ferrari’s first ever electric car sold for record $40m at auction
The RM Sotheby’s auction in California raised more than 35 times the usual price of a Ferrari Luce.
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KMPDU condemns arrests of Ugandan medical interns, calls for regional action
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16— The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has condemned the reported arrest, harassment and assault of medical interns in Uganda, warning that the treatment…
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Starehe Boys students complete 1,100km charity bike ride
MOMBASA, Kenya, Aug 17 — Thirteen students from Starehe Boys Centre have completed a 1,100-kilometre charity bike ride from Busia to Mombasa, raising funds for the school’s education fund. The…
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Indomitable Queens: Cameroon maul Malawi to claim historic first WAFCON crown
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 17, 2026 – The Fairytale is over. Cameroon delivered a masterclass in big-stage football on Sunday night, sweeping past debutants Malawi 3-0 at the Olympic Stadium to…
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Barcelona agree £65m deal to sign Rodri from Man City
BARCELONA, Spain, August 16, 2026 – Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City for about £65m. The 30-year-old, who won the Ballon d’Or in…
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Spotify Introduces AI Persona For AI-Generated Artist Identities
True artist-fan connection can only be built on a foundation of trust and authenticity. In music, that means listeners need to be able to trust that the artist behind the…
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Kindiki fires back at Gachagua in blistering response to voice jibes
“You can mock my voice all you want. But I won’t stoop to your lowly level by trying to respond or by discussing your not so great anatomy.”
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Millions raised in charity match between Gor and Migori Youth
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 16, 2026 – FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia bagged just over Ksh 1.1 million in gate collections in Sunday’s Green Legacy Cup charity match against Migori…
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Four at the Summit as Absa Ruiru Invitational Gets Underway
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 16, 2026 – Defending champion Dismas Indiza, Daniel Nduva, John Karichu, and Nigeria’s Godwin Okoko share the lead after the opening round of the Absa Ruiru Invitational,…
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‘No Pep, more problems:’ Arsenal crush Man City in Community Shield thriller
CARDIFF, Wales, August 16, 2026 – Premier League champions Arsenal produced a statement win over rivals Manchester City to lift the 2026 Community Shield in Cardiff. Mikel Arteta’s side took…
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Gachagua tears into ‘expert’ Mbadi over claim that soda sales show economic recovery
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16-Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi’s argument that rising soft-drink consumption is a sign of improving household incomes, accusing the government…
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Gachagua to Kindiki: ‘If you want me to be your brother, stop being used by Ruto to divide Mt Kenya’
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16-Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has challenged his successor, Kithure Kindiki, to stop being used by President William Ruto to divide the Mt Kenya region, warning that…
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Muturi demands mandatory election technology disclosure as required by the Supreme Court
Muturi said no technology provider should invoke intellectual-property rights to restrict authorised access to systems, servers, logs and audit trails.
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Anker enters Kenya as demand for portable power grows
The company has launched its charging, portable power, wireless charging and Soundcore audio products in Nairobi, targeting consumers, businesses and professionals who increasingly depend on connected devices.
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A vision 2060 dream without curbing corruption is a delusional self pleasure
By Gitau S, Regina, NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16 – On the 12th of August 2026, I sat, just like the President and other dignitaries did, for hours listening to what…
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Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi faction defies Homa Bay roadblocks, vows to keep fighting for democracy
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16-The Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi political rally got underway in Nyandiwa, Homa Bay County, on Sunday despite attempts to block roads leading to the venue, with Nairobi Senator…
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KNCCI seeks bigger returns from growing China trade
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry said stronger business links between Kenyan and Chinese companies could help local enterprises access new markets and attract investment and technology.
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Kirinyaga Woman Rep challenges DCI, NCIC to arrest Kaluma over alleged hate speech
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16- Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has called on the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) and the Office of the…
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NLP steps up Ukambani push challenging Wiper’s political dominance
The move puts NLP in competition with Wiper, which has traditionally enjoyed strong support across Ukambani under Kalonzo’s leadership.
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Kenyan rugby legend confirms departure from coaching position at Shujaa
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 16, 2026 – KCB Rugby 7s head coach Andrew Amonde has confirmed that he is no longer in charge of strength and conditioning in the national team.…
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OPINION: From Singapore to Vision 2060: Making the Destination Mean Something to Kenyans
That interrogation of what Singapore and Vision 2060 mean matters because political language can lose its power when it is repeated without being translated into everyday realities. A vision must make sense to the citizen who wakes up…
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