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Nairobi cultural sector faces space access challenge despite commercial property oversupply
The research by the Trust for Indigenous Culture and Health (TICAH), conducted by researcher Maurice Otieno, found that the challenge facing artists and other cultural practitioners is not a lack of physical space but limited access to…
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IEBC sets May 29 campaign start date amid early campaigns
IEBC has warned that any campaigning outside the prescribed period will be unlawful, including the display of campaign posters, caravans, billboards and other forms of campaigning.
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IEBC freezes ballot paper, technology tenders after review
However, the procurement of election technology and ballot papers has been temporarily suspended pending the determination of the request for review lodged at the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board.
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IEBC targets 28.5 million voters, doubles diaspora voting countries
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – Kenya’s voter register could grow by more than six million people ahead of the 2027 General Election as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)…
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IEBC sets February 10 deadline for public officers eyeing 2027 seats
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – Public officers planning to contest for elective seats in the 2027 General Election have been given until February 10, 2027, to resign from office. The…
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Ogamba hits back at Gachagua over opposition to university funding model
Ogamba said the current system of financing higher education was unsustainable and defended proposed changes that seek to transform university funding into an investment in students’ future careers.
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Ministry proposes separation of tourism levy collection and funds management
Tourism PS Julius Bitok said the recommendations mirror the complementary and specialised roles played by the KRA and the CBK.
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Kalonzo Emerges as Leading Opposition Choice in 2027 Race, Swiss Poll Shows
Kalonzo’s 41% represents the clearest numerical mandate among the opposition candidates. Sifuna’s 26% is nevertheless highly significant. It showsthat the youngerelectorate is not merely a peripheral component of the opposition. It is…
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DPP charges 15 men in Kisumu over alleged preparation to commit felony
According to the prosecution, the suspects were travelling in a Toyota Noah and were allegedly found in possession of a knife, wheel spanner, sword, pliers, sharpening file and rope without lawful excuse.
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National Lottery Board appoints transaction adviser for Kenya’s first national lottery
Board Chairperson Dr Farida Karoney announced the appointment on Thursday during a media briefing in Nairobi, saying the consortium had emerged as the highest-ranked bidder following an open and competitive international tender.
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Three arrested as NANIB seizes Sh3.3 million cannabis in Narok
The suspects were arrested by detectives from the National Anti-Narcotics Investigations Bureau (NANIB) following intelligence on the alleged storage and distribution of the narcotics in the area.
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Vaccine breakthrough stops cancer returning in trial
The vaccine, developed by drug companies Merck & Co or MSD, and Moderna, was given to patients with high-risk melanoma, a type of skin cancer, after they had surgery.
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16% Undecided as Ruto Maintains Lead in 2027 Poll – Swiss Poll
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – President William Ruto is leading the early race for the 2027 presidency, according to a public opinion poll conducted by Swiss Poll International. The poll…
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African entrepreneurs urged to build sustainable businesses as funding tightens
The finalists, whose businesses generated a combined $85 million in revenue in 2025, were selected from more than 24,000 applications across all 54 African countries and will pitch before investors, business leaders and experienced…
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Marathon legend Kipchoge rallies Kenyans behind mission to purchase wheelchairs
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 20, 2026 – Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has thrown his support behind the Race for Mobility campaign, urging Kenyans to back efforts to raise KSh100 million…
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ThirdFlow: Honouring the legacy, building the future
Your voices, creativity, commitment and belief helped build the legacy we celebrate today.
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Wiper denies Kalonzo-Gachagua political deal
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – Wiper Patriotic Front has dismissed reports suggesting that party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has struck a political deal with Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader…
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Karen, Langata residents seek postponement of Riruta-Ngong rail consultations
In a letter dated August 17 and addressed to Kenya Railways Managing Director Philip Mainga, KLDA said public participation should only proceed after the corporation makes key project documents available, including feasibility studies,…
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Sossion assures MPs union past won’t affect TSC independence
Sossion was responding to concerns over his previous role as a leading critic of the TSC during his tenure at KNUT, where he pushed for better pay, improved working conditions and reforms in the teaching service.
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Malkia Strikers assured over allowances after go-slow ahead of Africa Nations Championships
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 20, 2026 – Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) deputy president Paul Bitok has assured Malkia Strikers that the government will clear their pending allowances ahead of the Africa…
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Networks Open Season 2 returns as Kenya’s competitive padel scene gathers momentum
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 20, 2026 – Kenya’s growing competitive padel community will return to the court from August 25-30 as Networks Padel Village hosts the second season of the Networks…
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Government await masterplan to help Harambee Stars win Afcon 2027
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 20, 2026 – Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya says the ultimate target for Harambee Stars is to win next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) on home…
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NCBA Golf Series Heads to Nyali as Busy Weekend of Golf Takes Shape
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 20, 2026 – The NCBA Golf Series heads to the coast this weekend with the Nyali Golf & Country Club set to host the latest qualifying leg…
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