Zuku owner Wananchi Group posts Sh806mn H1 loss
The Kenyan internet and telecommunications provider generated revenue of Sh3.55 billion in the six months to June, according to financial results released by the parent group.
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Barcelona Starlets Eye Dominance In Chapa Dimba Central Region
KIRINYAGA, Kenya, Aug 27 – Barcelona Rising Starlets will be chasing their fourth regional crown this weekend when they face hosts Sportiff Queens of Kirinyaga in the first girls’ semi-final…
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AI is already in Kenya’s classrooms. Is the education system ready?
AI is forcing education institutions to reconsider not only what they teach, but how they teach it.
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Police constable, 3 family members charged over psychiatrist Victoria Mutiso’s murder
The court ordered the suspects to undergo mental assessment before they are presented before Justice Alexander Muteti.
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Nairobi Burger Week Makes Return To The Capital
Nairobi Burger Week, the city’s largest burger celebration, officially launched today, bringing together more than 400 restaurants for ten days of burger celebration, dining experiences and restaurant discovery across Nairobi…
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Maraga warns of constitutional erosion, cites dissent crackdown and executive overreach
Maraga said the Constitution was the product of years of struggle and sacrifice and warned that its protections were being eroded through violations that should concern Kenyans.
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Nvidia revenue doubles on continued AI demand
The company said on Wednesday that it brought in $96bn of revenue during the second quarter, more than double the amount for the same period a year earlier. And it expects revenue of $108bn in the next quarter.
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How Dolly Parton’s business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts
The country icon signed deals, started companies, and invested in ideas that Forbes says built her a net worth of $450m by the time she died.
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Govt steps up crackdown on illegal LPG trade
Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said illegal LPG operations remain a major public safety concern, citing past fires involving illegally traded or refilled cylinders that have caused deaths.
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OPINION: Building the Foundation for Kenya’s Next Technopolis
Every innovation zone Kenya aspires to emulate spent years doing exactly what Konza is doing today: laying data infrastructure, attracting tenants and building the unglamorous but essential plumbing—fibre connectivity, power redundancy and…
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I&M profit after tax up 22pc to Sh10.17bn on stronger lending income
The lender reported net earnings of Sh10.17 billion in the first half of 2026, up from about Sh8.31 billion recorded in a similar period last year.
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Tanzania ruling CCM expels VP Nchimbi, Energy Minister to take his place
The party designated Energy Minister Deogratius John Ndejembi to replace Nchimbi as Vice President.
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Meta’s $18bn settlement may hasten reckoning for social media on child safety
It centred around Meta’s historic gathering and use of data belonging to children under the age of 13 over a period of several years.
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Busia Senator Omtatah seeks disclosure of KNEC exam printing tender
The request comes after concerns were raised over the procurement of the examination printing contract, with KNEC and the State Department for Basic Education previously indicating that some information could not be disclosed on national…
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Binance deepens commitment in Africa through multi-country engagement
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 27- Binance, the world’s leading blockchain and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider has concluded a multi-country engagement tour across Africa, reinforcing its long-term commitment to supporting Africa’s evolving…
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Harambee Stars winger makes assist in historic appearance against Real Madrid
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 27, 2026 – Harambee Stars winger Job Ochieng’ played 66 minutes and provided an assist as Real Sociedad lost 4-1 to Real Madrid in a Spanish La…
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India, Gulf and Turkey Emerge as New Players in Africa’s Infrastructure Race
Chinese firms continue to dominate Africa’s infrastructure market through low-cost financing and integrated project delivery. But India, the Gulf states and Turkey are joining the race, making the continent’s infrastructure…
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South African medical students’ overseas push offers lessons for Kenya
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 26 – South African students are being offered another route into medical school abroad as competition for limited university places intensifies, a development that could offer lessons…
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PMI Kenya members to access university scholarships of up to 80pc
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 26 – Kenyan project professionals and students who are members of the PMI Kenya Chapter will have access to university scholarships of up to 80 percent under…
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Muturi Urges Parliament to Table Elections Amendment Bill Before IEBC Tender Is Signed
Muturi said the Bill should be considered on the floor of the House without further delay, arguing that its recommendations would strengthen safeguards for the 2027 General Election.
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Informal Schools Set for Govt Funding as MPs Pass Basic Education Bill
Moving the Bill during Second Reading, Oluoch said the proposed reforms would strengthen the implementation of constitutional guarantees on equality, human dignity and the right to education.
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MPs seek investigation into Safaricom SIM deactivation and number reassignment
Under the current practice, SIM cards that remain unused for a specified period, ordinarily six months, can be deactivated before the number is eventually assigned to another subscriber.
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CS Kagwe Challenges Kenya to Unlock Sh397bn Meat Industry Through Value Addition
Kagwe said Kenya’s livestock sector had reached a strategic turning point, with a large livestock base, growing domestic demand, entrepreneurial capacity and geographical advantage.
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Siaya Women MCAs Push for Increased Representation Ahead of 2027 Elections
The leaders spoke in Kisumu on Wednesday during a forum organised by Transparency International through its Usawa Mashinani programme, which operates in Siaya, Kisumu and Kakamega counties.
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