Govt unveils salary, housing and healthcare reforms for prison officers
The President said prison officers had endured years of neglect and his government was implementing reforms aimed at improving their working conditions.
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Maraga woos US diaspora ahead of Sep 17 presidential campaign tour
The diaspora participants described the former Chief Justice as a fair, courageous, principled and visionary leader, while praising his record in the Judiciary.
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Battle over ‘Linda Mwananchi’ name moves to political parties tribunal
The applicants,Pauline Njoki Njoroge, Faith Odhiambo and Michael Caroli Omondi,say they applied on June 4, 2026, to reserve the name Linda Mwananchi Movement (LMM).
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Gachagua defends right to run for President in 2027, shrugs off ‘King Maker’ label
Gachagua rejected attempts by sections of the opposition to portray him as a “kingmaker” whose primary role should be to help unite the opposition.
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Can Muli pull a Sifuna-Nyoro in Ukambani? The political gamble ahead of 2027
Established regional political structures are facing growing pressure ahead of the 2027 elections as new intrants front rival outfits.
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DPP charges suspended Kangema magistrate with receiving Sh150,000 bribe
Mutegi was arraigned before the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court on Monday alongside Senior Probation Officer Julius Irungu Njogu, following a High Court decision that declined to grant conservatory orders blocking his prosecution.
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Kindiki chairs IBEC, defying claims of devolution role change
Kindiki presided over the 30th Ordinary Session of IBEC at his Karen official residence in Nairobi, bringing together Treasury CS John Mbadi, COG chairman Ahmed Abdullahi.
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Four arrested over boxing champion’s murder in South Africa
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, August 24, 2026 – Four people have been arrested in South Africa in connection with the murder of boxing champion Zolani Tete, who was shot dead…
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NBK profit jumps 61pc to Sh1.72bn despite lower interest income
Despite the decline in interest income, NBK expanded its lending significantly, with net loans and advances rising 38.4 percent to Sh61.28 billion.
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Murkomen to Kindiki: Ruto will begin second term ‘together with you’
Kindiki’s allies and senior UDA politicians have maintained that the incumbent Deputy President should retain his position.
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Why Patron’s Cup will ‘forever’ be hosted by Muthaiga Golf Club
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 24, 2026 – Muthaiga Golf Club vice chair David Ombisi says there are no plans to host future editions of the Patron’s Cup at other venues. Ombisi…
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Govt Releases Sh18.5bn Capitation for Term 3 as Schools Reopen
Primary schools were allocated Sh1.40 billion, Junior Schools Sh6.14 billion and Secondary Schools Sh10.96 billion.
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Lawyer Angela Mulwa re-arrested at Milimani Law Courts over Dr Victoria Mutiso murder
Mulwa was taken back into custody on Monday as the State moved to charge her alongside her mother, Rose Mbithe Mulwa alias Rose Mbithe Ndetei, and Chris Mulwa.
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Family Bank opens 98th branch in Upper Hill
The new branch will serve corporates, professional services firms, institutions, small and medium-sized enterprises and individuals in Upper Hill and surrounding areas.
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Police ‘cuff’ Simba Queens to enhance Caf Champions League ticket chase
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 24, 2026 – Kenyan champions Kenya Police Bullets made a roaring start to their CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Regional Qualifiers campaign, battling to a hard-fought 2-1…
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African farmers are not passive victims of climate change
Eastern Kenya proves smallholder farmers are first implementers of climate resilience, land restoration, biodiversity protection and rural prosperity.
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Java House opens second Thika branch as town eyes city status
THIKA, Kenya, Aug 24 – Java House has opened a second outlet in Thika as the town expands its commercial and residential base and moves closer to attaining city status.…
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Gachagua alleges Joho, IEBC plot to rig 2027 elections
Gachagua claimed the alleged scheme involves Joho and the IEBC vice chairperson, although he stopped short of giving details of the system.
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Nairobi building approvals rise Sh18bn to Sh84bn in five months
Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics shows the value of approved buildings increased to Sh84.14 billion between January and May, from Sh65.9 billion during the same period in 2025.
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Researchers develop purple fabric to beat heat
The high-tech fabric, developed by researchers from Zhengzhou University in China and Adelaide University in Australia, stayed up to 6.2 degrees Celsius cooler than commercially dyed purple cotton in outdoor testing, according to a…
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Super Metro denies ferrying goons to disrupt Gachagua meetings
The bus company said the buses spotted in Kirinyaga were carrying secondary school students who were headed for a hike at Kathandeni Forest in Gichugu Constituency.
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Base To Billboardz Artists Gear Up For Album Launch With Exclusive Listening Party
The build-up to the Base to Billboardz collective album continues, as the six artists dubbed “KETEH” took over the Tusker Micro Brewery for an exclusive listening party, giving fans and…
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Electrifying Performances Light Up Voices Of The Lake Festival As Fans Turn Out For A Weekend Of Music And Culture
Music, culture and creativity are taking centre stage at the inaugural Voices of the Lake Festival, as fans turn out in large numbers for an electrifying four-day celebration of music…
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Kenya’s pension assets up 12.66pc to Sh3.17tn
Pension assets under management rose to Sh3.17 trillion in June from Sh2.81 trillion in December 2025, reflecting a Sh356 billion increase over the six-month period.
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