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US eases sanctions on Russian oil sales to India during Iran conflict
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationBusiness

US eases sanctions on Russian oil sales to India during Iran conflict

The US government has temporarily eased sanctions to allow India to buy Russian oil currently stranded at sea, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the 30-day waiver was a “deliberate…

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Opinion: Honouring the legacy of Wangari Maathai
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationHuman Interest

Opinion: Honouring the legacy of Wangari Maathai

In honour of International Women’s Day, Abigail Arunga, a writer and activist with notable credits on shows like “Pepeta”, “Fourplay” and a play based on Dr Wangarĩ Maathai set for April, reflects on the Nobel laureate’s legacy and what we…

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Funeral service of the MP Ng’eno, four others underway in Emurua Dikirr
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Funeral service of the MP Ng’eno, four others underway in Emurua Dikirr

The funeral service for Emurua Dikirr MP, the late Johanna Ng’eno and four others who perished in a helicopter crash in Nandi County last week is underway at Emurua Dikirr Primary School in Narok County. Several dignitaries including…

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Kenya commemorates World Lymphoedema Day at KNH
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Kenya commemorates World Lymphoedema Day at KNH

Kenya will for the first time commemorate World Lymphoedema Day at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). KNH in partnership with Physiotherapy Council of Kenya and Kenya Society of Physiotherapists, the celebrations today aims to raise…

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Mohamed Ouahbi unveiled as Morocco head coach, replacing Regragui
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Mohamed Ouahbi unveiled as Morocco head coach, replacing Regragui

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has unveilled Mohamed Ouahbi as the head coach of the national team, replacing Walid Regragui, who has been in charge since 2022. The decisions are part of the “Morocco 2030” roadmap, which was…

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State Officers warned against engaging in politics
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

State Officers warned against engaging in politics

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has warned Principal Secretaries and State officers against participating in political campaigns. Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Implementation of the Constitution…

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Africa’s media champions honoured as continent confronts AI
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationCulture

Africa’s media champions honoured as continent confronts AI

A Kenyan content creator, a trio of human rights journalists and a veteran Ghanaian press freedom advocate were among the standout honourees at the fourth edition of the Africa Media Festival (AMF 2026), which closed with the Africa Media…

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Njerae releases new single “Ingia Ndani”
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationEntertainment

Njerae releases new single “Ingia Ndani”

Award-winning Kenyan singer-songwriter, performing and record producer, Njerae, has released her first offering of the year titled “Ingia Ndani”. Known for her emotionally rich and soulful Afro-Indie records, Njerae’s latest anthem “Ingia…

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Britney Spears detained on suspicion of driving while intoxicated
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationEntertainment

Britney Spears detained on suspicion of driving while intoxicated

Pop superstar Britney Spears was released from police custody Thursday morning after being arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated near Los Angeles, according to legal filings and US media reports. The 44-year-old singer was…

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Chongqing medical team launches “Tcm Friday” clinic in Barbados
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationFeatures

Chongqing medical team launches “Tcm Friday” clinic in Barbados

Residents in Barbados lined up at the clinic of the 8th Chinese Medical Team on February 27 to receive free traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatments, including acupuncture and cupping. For many participants, the experience was…

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China says 2026 growth goal of 4.5–5% reflects pragmatic strategy
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationInternational Business

China says 2026 growth goal of 4.5–5% reflects pragmatic strategy

China has set a 2026 economic growth target of 4.5 to 5 percent, describing the goal as a “proactive and pragmatic” benchmark that balances development ambitions with economic realities. The target was presented in the government work…

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Young leaders urged to apply for International Festival of Youth 2026
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Young leaders urged to apply for International Festival of Youth 2026

The National Preparatory Committee/Kenya Project Office (NPC) to the World Youth Festival Directorate (WYFD) has underscored the importance of positioning Kenyan youth at the forefront of global engagement. Anchored on the theme “Bridging…

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PS Ng’eno reaffirms Kenya-UNDP partnership on climate action
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationBusiness

PS Ng’eno reaffirms Kenya-UNDP partnership on climate action

The government has reaffirmed commitment to strengthening collaboration with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), describing UN agency as a strategic partner in implementing the country’s environmental and climate change…

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ODM postpones Kisumu County Party delegates elections
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationCounties

ODM postpones Kisumu County Party delegates elections

The Orange Democratic Party (ODM) has postponed the Kisumu County party delegates elections citing intelligence of a highly polarised political environment. In a letter by the ODM Party leader Oburu Odinga directed the ODM Party National…

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Kindiki to opposition: Prepare for tough contest, we are not pushovers
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Kindiki to opposition: Prepare for tough contest, we are not pushovers

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has asked the opposition to get ready for a tough political contest centred on who has delivered life-changing projects and programmes for the people during their time in office. The DP said those opposed…

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Study calls for urgent amendments to Kenya’s Startup Bill
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationCounties

Study calls for urgent amendments to Kenya’s Startup Bill

Researchers have called on Kenyan lawmakers to revise proposed amendments to the Startup Bill before they become law, warning that a ten-year age limit on what qualifies as a startup would systematically exclude the companies doing the…

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EPRA expects gulf energy suppliers to honour contracts
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationBusiness

EPRA expects gulf energy suppliers to honour contracts

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) says ongoing conflict in Middle East which has since disrupted oil supply from the gulf region will not affect the next two fuel pricing cycles. EPRA Director General Daniel Kiptoo says…

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Experts call for values-based leadership as global summit opens in Nairobi
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Experts call for values-based leadership as global summit opens in Nairobi

International thought leaders meeting at Pan Africa Christian University say the world faces a crisis of credible leadership amid rising geopolitical instability and deepening institutional uncertainty. As the 2026 Global Leadership Summit…

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WAFCON 2026 postponed to July-August
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

WAFCON 2026 postponed to July-August

The much-anticipated 16th edition of the Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026, which was to kick off on 17th March in Morocco, has been postponed to July 25th and August 16th this year. Originally, the WAFCON was earmarked for…

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