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Kenyan film ‘Back to Us’ to premiere on April 11
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Kenyan film ‘Back to Us’ to premiere on April 11

The new romantic feature film, ‘Back to Us’, is set to premiere at Nairobi Cinema on April 11. Written and directed by Jennifer Gatero, the film explores the ups and downs of romantic relationships. Shot almost entirely on location in…

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Traffic disruption in Nairobi CBD over key presidential events
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Traffic disruption in Nairobi CBD over key presidential events

A traffic advisory has been issued affecting the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) on Thursday to allow for two high-profile presidential engagements at the heart of the capital. Security has been heightened, with key roads—including…

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Partnerships backed to make women-owned SMEs bankable
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Partnerships backed to make women-owned SMEs bankable

Women entrepreneurs have been urged to grow their businesses and tap into emerging economic opportunities as policymakers and financial institutions push for partnerships aimed at making women-led enterprises more bankable. The call comes…

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KPC says current fuel stock sufficient
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KPC says current fuel stock sufficient

Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has maintained there is enough fuel in the country even as consumers report fuel shortage in various parts of the country. The firm has published data of super petrol, diesel and kerosene currently available at…

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‘Ketamine Queen’ sentenced to 15 years in actor’s death
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‘Ketamine Queen’ sentenced to 15 years in actor’s death

A Los Angeles woman dubbed the “Ketamine Queen” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for selling drugs that led to the death of Friends actor Matthew Perry. Jasveen Sangha, 42, pleaded guilty last September to five charges, including…

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Ruto set to address Nairobi County Assembly this afternoon
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Ruto set to address Nairobi County Assembly this afternoon

President William Ruto will this afternoon at 2.30 pm deliver a historic address at the Nairobi County Assembly. Security has been heightened in and around City Hall ahead of the address, which will be the first by a sitting president. The…

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Dr Lilian Nyawanda takes over as KRA Acting Commissioner General
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Dr Lilian Nyawanda takes over as KRA Acting Commissioner General

Dr Lilian Nyawanda, the current Commissioner of Customs and Border Patrol at Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has assumed the duties of Commissioner General in an acting capacity. This follows termination of Humphrey Wattanga’s contract…

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DCI condemns attack on Vihiga Senator Osotsi, launches probe
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DCI condemns attack on Vihiga Senator Osotsi, launches probe

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has condemned the attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi that occurred at Java House-West End Mall in Kisumu. In a statement the DCI noted that the motive behind the attack has not yet been…

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Ruto names Humphrey Wattanga in foreign service postings
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Ruto names Humphrey Wattanga in foreign service postings

President William Ruto has effected nominations within the Kenya’s Foreign Service to support the expansion of the nation’s diplomatic footprint. In a statement, the Head of Public Service Felix, noted that these arise from the regular…

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I will respond to my critics with action not words, President Ruto says
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I will respond to my critics with action not words, President Ruto says

The President said he is busy implementing development projects he promised the country, and told his critics that Kenyans have demonstrated that they prefer leaders with a development record as opposed to empty politicking, insults and…

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CBK holds interest rates steady in latest review
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CBK holds interest rates steady in latest review

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has kept its lending rate unchanged at 8.75pc in a move expected to continue strengthening the credit market and keep inflation in check. In its meeting on Wednesday, the CBK Monetary Policy Committee said…

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Murkomen warns against withholding IDs, says not legal tender
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Murkomen warns against withholding IDs, says not legal tender

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has said that national ID cards are not legal tender and cannot be held in exchange for goods and services. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony of Nuu Sub-County in Kitui County, the CS directed rogue…

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State aligns agricultural agencies to cut food imports
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State aligns agricultural agencies to cut food imports

Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has rallied government agencies in the agriculture sector to deliver measurable results that will transform the country into a net food exporter. Speaking during a…

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Ugandan President Museveni to be sworn on 12th May
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Ugandan President Museveni to be sworn on 12th May

President Yoweri Museveni will take the oath of office on 12th May 2026 at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in the Ugandan capital, the government has confirmed. The Uganda Media Centre, under the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, announced…

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Three die after building under construction collapses in Kibera
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Three die after building under construction collapses in Kibera

Three people have died following the collapse of a building under construction in the Highrise area of Kibera. According to the latest update from the multi-agency response team at the scene, three others were rescued and rushed to…

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Parliament summons Energy CS Wandayi over Ksh2.9B fuel scandal
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Parliament summons Energy CS Wandayi over Ksh2.9B fuel scandal

The National Assembly Committee on Energy has summoned the Energy Cabinet Secretary, Opiyo Wandayi, to appear before it on Thursday, 9 am, to shed light on the Ksh2.9 billion substandard fuel scandal that has rocked the country. The…

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One health must move from talk to action
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One health must move from talk to action

What is being discussed in Lyon this week is not distant from Kenya, it is directly tied to decisions that will soon be tested at home. The One Health summit feeds into the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, where global commitments are…

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Olympic champion Garby Thomas confirmed for Kip Keino Classic
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Olympic champion Garby Thomas confirmed for Kip Keino Classic

American Olympic 200m Champion Garby Thomas is set to participate in the Seventh edition of the Kip Keino Classic continental tour, scheduled for the 24th of this month at Nyayo National Stadium. At 29 years old, Thomas, who led the US…

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Kenya seeks global partnerships to tackle NTDs
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Kenya seeks global partnerships to tackle NTDs

Kenya is seeking to strengthen collaboration with global partners to advance research, development and access to affordable treatments for neglected tropical diseases, including dengue fever. This was revealed during a bilateral meeting…

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Starmer to visit Middle East after US and Iran reach ceasefire deal
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Starmer to visit Middle East after US and Iran reach ceasefire deal

Sir Keir Starmer has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the US as he travelled to meet with leaders of countries in the Gulf. The prime minister is expected to “discuss diplomatic efforts to support and uphold the…

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Australia women’s team lands in Kenya ahead of FIFA Series
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Australia women’s team lands in Kenya ahead of FIFA Series

The Australian women’s soccer team, known as The Matildas, touched down in Kenya early Wednesday morning in preparation for the first-ever FIFA series, scheduled to take place at Nyayo National Stadium from the 11th to the 15th of this…

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