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Kericho mass grave: Exhumation of bodies begins
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Kericho mass grave: Exhumation of bodies begins

The alleged 14 bodies buried in a mass grave at Makaburini Cemetery in Kericho Town are set for exhumation today. DCI Homicide detectives secured a court order to begin the process, even as it emerged that the bodies were reportedly…

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Kenya to host Australia, India and Malawi in FIFA Women’s series next month
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Kenya to host Australia, India and Malawi in FIFA Women’s series next month

Kenya is set to host Australia, India, and Malawi for Group 4 of the 2026 FIFA Women’s Series international friendlies, scheduled from April 11 to 15 at the Nyayo National Stadium. These bring to 16 the number of women’s teams lined up for…

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EACC arrests Nakuru Water officer over bribery allegations
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EACC arrests Nakuru Water officer over bribery allegations

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Nakuru Water and Sewerage Company (NAWASCO) employee over allegations of bribery. The suspect, Leonard Cheruiyot Mutai, a Leak Detection Officer, was apprehended on March 23,…

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Oil back above $100 as conflicting claims emerge on US-Iran talks
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Oil back above $100 as conflicting claims emerge on US-Iran talks

The price of Brent crude oil has risen back above $100 a barrel, after plunging on Monday, as conflicting accounts of potential talks between US and Iran emerged. On Tuesday in Asia, the oil benchmark rose by 4% to $103.94 (£77.57) a…

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Kinale nursery ramps up to 8M seedlings for Kenya’s 15B tree goal
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Kinale nursery ramps up to 8M seedlings for Kenya’s 15B tree goal

The Kenya Forest Service is ramping up efforts to meet the country’s ambitious tree-growing targets, with the Kinale Tree Nursery in Kiambu County undergoing a major expansion to significantly increase seedling production, marking a…

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Kenya’s 13 venomous snakes and quest for locally made antivenom
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Kenya’s 13 venomous snakes and quest for locally made antivenom

A 26-year-old man from Ngomeni in Mwingi North, Kitui County, is nursing injuries after he was bitten by a snake on his genitals. Bernard Kyalo, who recounted his close shave with death when a cobra attacked him as he was relieving…

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‘Project Hail Mary’ becomes biggest debut of 2026
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‘Project Hail Mary’ becomes biggest debut of 2026

Sci-fi space adventure ‘Project Hail Mary’ has rocketed to $140.9m (KSh 18.2B) at the global box office, making it the biggest debut of the year so far. Canadian actor Ryan Gosling stars in the movie as a science teacher tasked with saving…

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Kenya flags off first duty-free exports to China, leaders hail new trade deal
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Kenya flags off first duty-free exports to China, leaders hail new trade deal

Kenya has officially dispatched its first shipment of goods to China under a zero-tariff framework, a development that leaders are calling a turning point in the country’s economic trajectory and its longstanding trade relationship with…

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China’s duty-free push takes focus as Han Zheng tours Kenya
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China’s duty-free push takes focus as Han Zheng tours Kenya

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng’s official visit to Kenya has underscored a significant shift in China-Africa trade relations, following Beijing’s decision to extend zero-tariff treatment for African exports beginning May 1, 2026. While…

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Suspected drug trafficker arrested in NACADA Kisumu operation
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Suspected drug trafficker arrested in NACADA Kisumu operation

A NACADA operation conducted in the Upper Kandiang’a area of Sondu Miriu, Nyakach-Kisumu County has resulted in the seizure of a haul of cannabis and the arrest of a suspected drug trafficker, in a victory for community-led efforts against…

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EACC hosts Justice Sector Dialogue to strengthen anti-corruption efforts
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EACC hosts Justice Sector Dialogue to strengthen anti-corruption efforts

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is this week convening a high-level stakeholders’ dialogue aimed at reviewing progress, identifying opportunities, and charting future actions in the fight against corruption. The justice…

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CS Murkomen condemns culture of staged abductions
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CS Murkomen condemns culture of staged abductions

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has hit out at former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju, accusing him of orchestrating a self-abduction and warning that such acts must be dealt with decisively. “These…

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Raphael Tuju arrested over alleged staged disappearance claims
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Raphael Tuju arrested over alleged staged disappearance claims

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has been arrested and booked at Karen Police Station following allegations that he staged his own abduction. Speaking at a press briefing, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Director,…

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KMTC urged to embrace innovation in training
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KMTC urged to embrace innovation in training

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Board Chairperson, Joseah Cheruiyot, has called on the College management to embrace innovative solutions aimed at addressing emerging market needs for KMTC graduates. In recent months, the College…

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Kagwe calls for more funding to support climate-smart agriculture
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Kagwe calls for more funding to support climate-smart agriculture

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has called for an increase in private investment into Africa’s climate-smart agriculture to strengthen global food systems. Speaking at the 3rd Climate Change Global Business Summit on Africa in…

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Importers risk losing goods worth millions as KRA issues notice
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Importers risk losing goods worth millions as KRA issues notice

Owners of cargo worth millions of shillings imported into the country late last year now risk losing them as Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) moves to clear overstayed goods at various inland container depots in Nairobi. Through a notice, KRA…

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Former Kirinyaga Senator Daniel Karaba dies
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Former Kirinyaga Senator Daniel Karaba dies

Former Kirinyaga Senator Daniel Karaba passed away on Monday morning at the age of 78 years. Announcing his demise, Kirinyaga County Governor Anne Waiguru mourned Karaba as a distinguished son of Kirinyaga, whose life was defined by…

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Koome urges new NLC chairperson, commissioners to uphold Constitution
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Koome urges new NLC chairperson, commissioners to uphold Constitution

Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged the newly sworn-in chairperson and commissioners of the National Land Commission (NLC) to uphold the Constitution and execute their mandate with integrity, transparency and accountability. Speaking…

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