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Shakira to get 55m euro tax refund, court orders
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationEntertainment

Shakira to get 55m euro tax refund, court orders

A Spanish court has ordered the tax authority to refund Colombian pop star Shakira more than 55 million euros ($64 million) improperly collected in a dispute over her 2011 taxes, according to a ruling seen on Monday. The National Audience…

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Wang Yi says Trump recognizes sensitivity of Taiwan question
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationInternational News

Wang Yi says Trump recognizes sensitivity of Taiwan question

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says the recent summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump resulted in significant common understandings regarding the Taiwan issue. Wang, China’s top diplomat, emphasises…

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Govt moves to tighten GBV enforcement amid surge in brutal killings
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Govt moves to tighten GBV enforcement amid surge in brutal killings

The Government has announced a tougher enforcement regime for gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide in response to a surge in brutal killings that have heightened public concern. Gender Cabinet Secretary Hanna Wendot Cheptumo says the…

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Murkomen calls for Constitutional action, not violent fuel protests
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Murkomen calls for Constitutional action, not violent fuel protests

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is urging Kenyans to use constitutional and peaceful means to address concerns over rising fuel prices, instead of resorting to protests that have turned violent and destructive in parts of the…

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Ruto dispatches Kindiki-led team to address rising fuel prices
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationCounties

Ruto dispatches Kindiki-led team to address rising fuel prices

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has revealed that President William Ruto has directed him and a team of Cabinet Secretaries to convene urgent talks with transport operators, manufacturers and other stakeholders as the government moves to…

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President Ruto mourns Rachel Wandetto, vows justice for her attackers
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

President Ruto mourns Rachel Wandetto, vows justice for her attackers

President William Ruto has mourned Rachel Wandetto, who was allegedly doused with fuel and set on fire in Kasarani over her perceived political stance. He vowed that those responsible for the attack will be brought to justice describing…

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NLP Party calls urgent action to address rising fuel costs
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationCounties

NLP Party calls urgent action to address rising fuel costs

National Liberal Party (NLP) has urged the government to address the factors driving high fuel prices that including taxation on fuel, inefficiencies in the energy sector, aa well as lack of transparency in pricing. In a statement, NLP,…

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Senegal to host 2026 Africa Cup Of Nations Beach Soccer
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Senegal to host 2026 Africa Cup Of Nations Beach Soccer

The Confederation of Africa Football,CAF has confirmed Senegal will host the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations with the dates set to be revealed in due time. Senegal are record five-time winners of the CAF Beach Soccer AFCON, having…

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Golf: Britam Golf Series Inaugurated in Rwanda
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Golf: Britam Golf Series Inaugurated in Rwanda

The Britam Golf series teed of last weekend in Rwanda marking a significant commitment to the growth of the sport not only in Rwanda but also in East Africa region as a whole. Rwanda’s golfing landscape has evolved remarkably over the…

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Amman Ganatra wins 4WD class at the 2nd Shell Autocross Rally Championship
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Amman Ganatra wins 4WD class at the 2nd Shell Autocross Rally Championship

Amaan Ganatra won the 4WD category during the second round of the Shell Autocross Rally Championship held at Stoni Athi Racing track,Machakos County. Ganatra accumulated 11 minutes and 55 seconds over four heats to win the category ahead…

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KBC named official media partner for EAB26
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

KBC named official media partner for EAB26

The Association of Professional Broadcasters (APB) has onboarded the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) as the Official Media Partner for the premier East African Broadcasters Convention 2026 (EAB26), set to take place from May 26 to 28,…

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Regulators urged to consider inclusive rules for crypto market
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationTechnology

Regulators urged to consider inclusive rules for crypto market

Kenya is positioning itself to become Africa’s leading blockchain and cryptocurrency hub, with regulators and industry players calling for balanced regulations that encourage innovation while protecting investors. Speaking at the Kenya…

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Starlets to face Zambia and Zimbabwe in International Friendly
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Starlets to face Zambia and Zimbabwe in International Friendly

The national women’s soccer team Harambee Starlets is set to feature in a four nations international friendly series scheduled June 6th-9th in Lusaka, Zambia. The Tournament will also feature hosts Zambia,Zimbabwe and Burkinafaso. Kenya…

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Mount Kenya University dominates Nairobi North Conference League
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationSports

Mount Kenya University dominates Nairobi North Conference League

Mount Kenya University posted impressive result across disciplines to emerge as the first runner up during the Kenya Universities Sports Federation,KUSF, Nairobi North Confrence League. Mount Kenya demonstrated its superiority by…

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Kenya showcases primary healthcare reforms at World Health Assembly
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationNews

Kenya showcases primary healthcare reforms at World Health Assembly

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to building resilient and people-centred health systems through integrated primary healthcare reforms during a high-level side event held on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva.…

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Kenyans stranded as matatu industry begins strike over fuel hike
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationBusiness

Kenyans stranded as matatu industry begins strike over fuel hike

Kenyans from various towns across the country woke up to transport disruptions as matatu owners kicked off their strike over a sharp increase in fuel prices. On Monday morning, thousands of workers in major towns could not secure means to…

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How social media influenced Kenya’s changing food palate
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationLifestyle

How social media influenced Kenya’s changing food palate

Over the past few years, Nairobi’s food scene has undergone a quiet transformation. From ramen bars and sushi spots to Thai curries and Korean-inspired meals, global flavours that were once considered niche are increasingly finding their…

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Humanitarian crisis as Lake Naivasha rising waters displace more families
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationCounties

Humanitarian crisis as Lake Naivasha rising waters displace more families

Over 6,000 students are set to miss school in Naivasha after their families were displaced by the rising waters of Lake Naivasha. There are fears that the numbers could rise in the coming days as the levels continue to rise, flooding more…

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Mental health takes centre stage at National Theatre
Kenya Broadcasting CorporationTheatre

Mental health takes centre stage at National Theatre

The opening night of the play “In the Seashell Hum”, starring Nick Ndeda, Foi Wambui, Angela Mwandanda and Gitura Kamau, reignited the conversation around mental health in Kenya. Before the show, organisers held a 10-minute session with…

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