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Bien, Savara to join Pan-African stars at Africa Le Forward concert
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Bien, Savara to join Pan-African stars at Africa Le Forward concert

Nairobi is set to host a star-studded night of music and celebration at Africa Forward, Le Concert, scheduled for May 12 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena. The concert, organised by Trace East Africa, will bring together artists from across the…

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Oil prices ease as US pauses Project Freedom to seek deal with Iran
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Oil prices ease as US pauses Project Freedom to seek deal with Iran

Oil prices edged lower in Wednesday trade in Asia after US President Donald Trump raised hopes for an agreement with Iran to end the war. Trump said the US would pause its operation to guide ships through the key Strait of Hormuz trade…

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Beyond the plate: Vertical Lake sets sights on new medical innovations
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Beyond the plate: Vertical Lake sets sights on new medical innovations

As regional leaders and changemakers gathered in Nairobi for the 2026 World Health Summit Regional Meeting last week to strengthen Africa’s health systems, just 50 kilometres from the capital in Ongata Rongai, a homegrown innovation is…

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Universal Studios releases full-length trailer for Odyssey
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Universal Studios releases full-length trailer for Odyssey

Starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, the full-length trailer for Christopher Nolan’s epic film, Odyssey, has been released. The film is an adaptation of the well-known Greek poem by Homer of the same name that tells the story of one man’s…

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PS Mary Muthoni elected to lead African health PSs
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PS Mary Muthoni elected to lead African health PSs

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has been elected Chairperson of African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health in Brazzaville. PS Muthoni was elected during a high-level consultative meeting on cross-border…

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Tiwa Savage nurtures Africa’s future talent
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Tiwa Savage nurtures Africa’s future talent

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage walked around a music centre in Lagos, smiling, listening and giving words of encouragement to scores of young artists in an elite music training programme. The multi-talented Savage, a prominent…

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What’s in your food? Coalition to roll out nationwide campaign
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What’s in your food? Coalition to roll out nationwide campaign

The Food Policy Coalition Kenya is set to launch a nationwide campaign aimed at promoting healthier food choices and greater transparency in food labelling. The campaign, dubbed “What’s In Your Food?”, will officially be unveiled on…

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Uganda to host Digital Government Africa
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Uganda to host Digital Government Africa

Uganda eying to increase investments in its ICT sector as it prepares to host this year’s Digital Government Africa 2026. ICT and National Guidance Minister Dr. Chris Baryomunsi said the event slated for later this year will see will bring…

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Ruto launches charm offensive to woo Tanzanian investors
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Ruto launches charm offensive to woo Tanzanian investors

President William Ruto’s two day state visit to Tanzania culminated in a historic address to the country’s parliament with an appeasement to build a strong economic partnership. In an effort to mend the mistrust that has existed between…

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Kenya boosts childhood cancer care with new KNH unit, patient hostel
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Kenya boosts childhood cancer care with new KNH unit, patient hostel

Kenya has taken a significant step forward in the fight against childhood cancer with the launch of a modern Paediatric Haemato-Oncology Outpatient Unit at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) and the opening of Phase I of the Lions Hope…

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Ruto pushes trust driven Kenya-Tanzania integration, EAC reforms
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Ruto pushes trust driven Kenya-Tanzania integration, EAC reforms

President William Ruto has underscored the need for trust driven integration between Kenya and Tanzania, calling the two nations to move beyond suspicion and embrace shared economic strength. Speaking when he addressed the Tanzanian…

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Ties that Bind: Ruto alludes to historic Kenya–Tanzania ties in address
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Ties that Bind: Ruto alludes to historic Kenya–Tanzania ties in address

President William Ruto, on Tuesday, May 5, referred to the peaceful and historical relationship between Kenya and Tanzania, which has continued to shape both countries, during his address to the country’s Parliament in Dodoma. The Head of…

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Gambling regulator mulls tighter rules to tame addiction
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Gambling regulator mulls tighter rules to tame addiction

Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) has said the new rules governing the industry will ensure enhanced protection for consumers. This comes amid growing gaming industry in Kenya and Africa backed by growing digital technologies. We will…

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Nairobi travellers to experience Chef Mory Sacko’s signature menu
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Nairobi travellers to experience Chef Mory Sacko’s signature menu

Kenyans travelling through the Nairobi-Paris route are in for a treat as Air France has announced a signature menu by Michelin-starred chef Mory Sacko. Chef Mory Sacko went viral and gained widespread recognition in 2020 when he appeared…

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Uncertainty continues over safety in the Strait of Hormuz
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Uncertainty continues over safety in the Strait of Hormuz

Amid claims and counter-claims of strikes and confrontations in the crucial Strait of Hormuz between Iran and the United States, UN maritime officials continue to urge vessels to exercise “maximum caution”. “We are aware of the reports but…

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Kenya, Tanzania commit to grow bilateral trade to Ksh 309B
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Kenya, Tanzania commit to grow bilateral trade to Ksh 309B

Two of East African Community (EAC) largest markets are targeting to smoothen diplomatic relations in support of bilateral trade which has been held back by non-tariff barriers. According to President William Ruto who is on a two-day state…

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Germany warns EU will retaliate if US raises auto tariffs to 25%
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Germany warns EU will retaliate if US raises auto tariffs to 25%

Germany warned on Monday that the European Union is prepared to take countermeasures if the United States moves ahead with plans to sharply increase tariffs on European automobile imports. German Vice-Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars…

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Stars shine at Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night
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Stars shine at Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night

The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and style, led by Beyoncé, Madonna and Nicole Kidman, hit the red carpet Monday for the Met Gala, the Manhattan charity ball that doubles as fashion’s biggest night. The A-listers were asked…

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Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni agree to end lengthy legal battle
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Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni agree to end lengthy legal battle

Actor Blake Lively and “It Ends with Us” co-star Justin Baldoni on Monday settled their acrimonious years-long legal battle, avoiding a costly civil trial. A joint statement provided to AFP said the parties had resolved their dispute,…

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Kenya, Tanzania sign eight agreements to deepen ties, boost trade
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Kenya, Tanzania sign eight agreements to deepen ties, boost trade

Kenya and Tanzania have signed eight new agreements aimed at renewing their pledge to cultivate closer ties as they seek to accelerate economic growth and deepen regional integration. The two nations also set a June 30, 2026 deadline to…

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Ruto to address Tanzania MPs after landmark bilateral agreements
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Ruto to address Tanzania MPs after landmark bilateral agreements

President Ruto is scheduled to address Tanzania’s parliament on Tuesday, where his speech is expected to highlight the need for closer ties between the two East African nations. This even as Kenya and Tanzania Monday signed eight…

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