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Esther Arunga officially drops Timberlake surname
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Esther Arunga officially drops Timberlake surname

Former Kenyan television journalist Esther Arunga has officially dropped the Timberlake surname and reverted to her former name, Esther Adongo Arunga, following a formal name change published in the Kenya Gazette. In Gazette Notice No.…

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Pranay Patel claims I& N partners’ Classic golf tournament overall title
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Pranay Patel claims I& N partners’ Classic golf tournament overall title

Pranay Patel emerged as the overall winner of the 2026 I&N Partners’ Classic golf tournament held at the Sigona Golf Club over the weekend after posting an impressive 44 Stableford points, while Ishwar Aildasani, playing off a handicap of…

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Suspected burglar arrested, stolen items recovered in Nakuru
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Suspected burglar arrested, stolen items recovered in Nakuru

A 27-year-old man has been arrested in Nakuru County following a police operation that led to the recovery of property suspected to have been stolen during a series of house break-ins in Tabuga and its surroundings. The suspect, identified…

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IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%
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IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday raised its forecast for global economic growth in 2026 by 0.1 percentage point to 3.1% from its July projection. In its latest World Economic Outlook, titled “Resilience Under Strain, Urgent…

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EACC arrests teacher over alleged bribery to facilitate recruitment by TSC
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EACC arrests teacher over alleged bribery to facilitate recruitment by TSC

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a teacher at Friends School Kamusinga Boys High School in Bungoma County, over allegations of soliciting and receiving bribes from unemployed teachers while claiming she could…

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‎G7 to convene National Women leadership forum
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‎G7 to convene National Women leadership forum

The Council of Governors Women Caucus (G7), is set to convene a meeting with all women representing County Assemblies (MCAs) from across the 47 Counties and women political aspirants ahead of next year’s General elections. Women leaders…

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Nandi gets Ksh270M healthcare boost as Ruto expands Meteitei Hospital
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Nandi gets Ksh270M healthcare boost as Ruto expands Meteitei Hospital

President William Ruto has launched the construction of a Ksh 270 million inpatient block at Meteitei Sub-County Hospital in Tinderet, Nandi County, in a move aimed at expanding access to quality healthcare for hundreds of thousands of…

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Report: 7 in 10 Kenyans unprepared for comfortable retirement
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Report: 7 in 10 Kenyans unprepared for comfortable retirement

Seven in 10 Kenyans say they are not on track for a comfortable retirement, despite widespread awareness of the importance of saving for later life, according to a new report by SanlamAllianz. The inaugural SanlamAllianz Kenya Retirement…

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My China Story: Technology, warmth and adventures beyond the Great Wall
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My China Story: Technology, warmth and adventures beyond the Great Wall

In October 2025, I set out for my second international trip, and it was in China. Being my second trip, I was not so green but still it was my first in China. On arrival I was amazed by the smooth airport operations, aided by technological…

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Ruto accuses Uhuru of betraying him ahead of 2027 polls
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Ruto accuses Uhuru of betraying him ahead of 2027 polls

President William Ruto has described former President Uhuru Kenyatta as the most ungrateful and deceitful human being he has ever met. He urged to retire honourably and stop the continuing betrayal and misuse of political leaders. The…

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Government to roll out e-Birth Notification System, says Murkomen
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Government to roll out e-Birth Notification System, says Murkomen

The government has announced the roll out of the e-Birth Notification System to eliminate bureaucracy and delays, and make birth registration more accessible to Kenyans. Speaking Monday during a President William Ruto’s development tour at…

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King Mohammed VI of Morocco urges new MPS to prioritize action over titles
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King Mohammed VI of Morocco urges new MPS to prioritize action over titles

King Mohammed VI of Morocco has challenged newly elected parliamentarians to view their roles as real commitments rather than just titles. Opening the twelfth legislative term in Rabat alongside royal family members, the King stressed that…

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Kenya, Uganda to tackle pending trade barriers
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Kenya, Uganda to tackle pending trade barriers

Kenya and Uganda are targeting to address outstanding issues that limit bilateral trade between the two East African countries. Speaking during a meeting between Kenya and Ugandan trade officials in Kampala, Trade Principal Secretary…

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Kindiki: Political violence sponsors, perpetrators to pay heavily
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Kindiki: Political violence sponsors, perpetrators to pay heavily

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says those instigating political violence will be punished heavily henceforth, warning against any attempts to undermine the nation’s peace because of political differences. Prof. Kindiki stated that…

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Five people survive helicopter crash in Kericho
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Five people survive helicopter crash in Kericho

A helicopter has crash-landed at Kericho Golf Club. Environment Principal Secretary Festus Ng’eno was reportedly among five passengers on board, all of whom survived the accident. The survivors were rushed to South Rift Hospital, where…

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Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki elected CoG chair
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Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki elected CoG chair

Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has been elected Chairperson of the Council of Governors (CoG), succeeding Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi. He will be deputised by his Bungoma counterpart, Kenneth Lusaka. Muthomi takes over from Wajir…

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Customs revenue grow to Ksh 90B in September
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Customs revenue grow to Ksh 90B in September

Customs revenue beat mothly projection to grew to Ksh 90.1 billion compared to a target of Ksh 89.2 billion in September 2026. Data by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) shows that customs revenue grew by Ksh 965 million translating to a…

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Reality show ‘Nairobi has Talent’ begins with finals set for November
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Reality show ‘Nairobi has Talent’ begins with finals set for November

A new talent discovery show, ‘Nairobi Has Talent’, has begun in a bid to empower emerging creatives, with auditions already conducted and finals scheduled for November. Hosted on the Stage254 platform, the initiative aims to give young…

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