NBA rosters feature record 60-plus players with African roots
NEW YORK, USA, Oct. 20 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced that a record of more than 60 players who were either born in Africa or have at…
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Nairobi Joins the prestigious World Cities Culture Forum alongside London, New York,Tokyo, Paris and São Paulo
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 29 – Nairobi is proud to announce its official entry into the prestigious World Cities Culture Forum, joining 46 other creative capitals from across six continents including…
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Ruto says democracy must go beyond elections to deliver economic freedom
“No Government programme is above criticism. No leader is beyond accountability. We should debate the merits of competing proposals, question their costs and demand results,” President Ruto said.
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Ruto targets cheaper mobile phones through proposed duty removal
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 20 – President William Ruto has announced plans to pursue the removal of the 25 per cent import duty on mobile phones, in a move aimed at…
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Ruto to expand internship programme by 50,000 places from January 2027
Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret, Ruto said the programme would target young people completing their studies at universities, technical and vocational education and training institutions, and other colleges.
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Ruto defends Sh42bn Kenya Pipeline share transfer, says deal signals investor confidence
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – President William Ruto has defended the transfer of 4.5 billion shares in Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) from public entities to private investors, saying the transaction…
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Gachagua hosts Sifuna-led team after return from US
The engagement brings together Gachagua and members of the Linda Mwananchi faction at a time when political alignments are taking shape ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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Utumishi Academy heroine Cecilia Wanjiku honoured posthumously for bravery in fire tragedy
“Her actions are lasting example of humanity, leadership and service, demonstrating compassion and courage in the face of tragedy,” the council stated.
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Ethiopia’s Abiy urges investment in youth as Kenya honors national heroes
“Today’s heroes include teachers, nurses, artists, athletes and people who create jobs. The message to young people is clear: you too can help build Kenya,” he added.
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OPINION: Kenya Should Prioritize Athlete’s Financial Welfare Beyond Title Competition
Kenyan sportsmen and women are not the only ones affected. Mike Tyson earned hundreds of millions of dollars in the ring yet filed for bankruptcy in 2003. Allen Iverson, George Best and Boris Becker all watched fortunes slip away.
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Raila Odinga among 264 Kenyans honored at Mashujaa day celebrations
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – Former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga is among 264 Kenyans being honored at this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations underway in Uasin Gishu County, in recognition…
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Ruto proposes PAYE exemption for workers earning up to KSh32,333
Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret, Ruto said the proposal is among four measures his administration intends to pursue to ease financial pressure on Kenyans and expand economic opportunities.
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Voices In Motion Creative Summit Ignites Conversations On Creativity And Storytelling
Swiss sportswear brand, On, in collaboration with Rolling Stones Africa have kicked off the Voices in Motion Creative Summit. The summit brings together experts from across the creative industry to…
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Ruto says electoral mandate is not a blank cheque
“Their protests remind us that an electoral mandate does not silence the people between elections. Citizens retain the right to question their government, challenge its decisions, and demand better. We must listen, respond, and remain…
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Kayole Starlets forward joins Turkish club
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – Kayole Starlets forward Calta Nasambu has secured a move to Turkish women’s football club Haymana Spor Kulübü, marking a significant milestone in her career and…
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US raises Kenya travel advisory as Ebola cases reach eight
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – The United States has raised its travel advisory for Kenya to Level 3, urging Americans to reconsider travel to the country following the confirmation of…
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Korean taekwondo championship set to boost Kenya-South Korea cultural ties
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 20 – Kenya and South Korea are set to deepen cultural exchanges through a two-day taekwondo championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, as organizers seek to use sport…
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AFD, NBA Africa train teachers on inclusive basketball coaching
The Basketball Experience Disability Inclusion (BE-DI) Teachers Awareness Day equipped educators with practical skills to teach basketball fundamentals.
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Tough start for Junior Starlets at Under 17 World Cup as China run riot
NAIROBI, Kenya, October 19, 2026 – Kenya suffered a humiliating 3-0 drubbing by China in their first match at the Under 17 girls’ World Cup in Morocco on Monday evening.…
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Kenya braces for El Niño rains as Met forecasts showers in 44 counties
Kenya Met forecasts rainfall across dozens of counties between October 20 and 26 as the country prepares for an El Niño-influenced October–December season. Isolated storms are possible in several counties, while temperatures could exceed…
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Heartbreaking decisions in early births
By Dr. Joan Okemo, Consultant Obstetrician Gynaecologist at Aga Khan University Hospital NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 19 – No one imagines or wishes for any challenging situations in pregnancy, but for…
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Nairobi Dam spillway opened ahead of El Niño rains
Nairobi Rivers Commission CEO Joseph Muracia says the emergency spillway at Nairobi Dam has been opened ahead of anticipated El Niño rains, urging downstream residents to keep away from flowing water as restoration works continue.
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IG Kanja promotes 1,948 officers after court victory in battle over police powers
Inspector-General Douglas Kanja has approved the promotion of 1,948 police officers after the Court of Appeal dismissed appeals by the National Police Service Commission and the Law Society of Kenya, upholding a ruling on the…
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Glovo trains 50 Nakuru entrepreneurs as online business grows
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 19 – Glovo says its platform generated more than Sh130 million in sales for restaurant and retail businesses in Nakuru in 2025, as the company steps up…
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