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Soapstone artisans reap big from multimillion shilling contract
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Soapstone artisans reap big from multimillion shilling contract

Artisans in the soapstone Industry in Tabaka ward, South Mogirango Constituency, Kisii County are experiencing an economic boost after a sculpture Center in the area won a multimillion contract to supply statue artifacts to a neighboring…

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Murkomen Affirms Government Commitment to Development in Meru
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Murkomen Affirms Government Commitment to Development in Meru

Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration, Kipchumba Murkomen, has affirmed the government’s commitment to accelerating development projects in Meru County, citing ongoing investments in security, roads, electricity…

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Direct coffee sales earn farmers Sh1.75 billion in March
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Direct coffee sales earn farmers Sh1.75 billion in March

Kenyan coffee farmers and cooperatives reaped higher earnings from direct coffee export sales in March 2026, as international buyers paid premium prices for quality and traceable Kenyan coffee outside the traditional auction system. A new…

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Fishermen call for improved infrastructure in beaches
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Fishermen call for improved infrastructure in beaches

Fishermen in Homa-Bay County are mounting pressure on the county government to address a list of grievances affecting their operations. They said that lack of basic facilities at landing beaches is undermining their safety and livelihoods.…

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State reaffirms commitment to restoring peace in Kerio Valley
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State reaffirms commitment to restoring peace in Kerio Valley

The government has reaffirmed its commitment to fully restore peace and stability in the Kerio Valley region, citing significant progress in ongoing security operations that have steadily reduced incidents of banditry and insecurity.…

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Elgeyo Marakwet Women Rep. steps-up empowerment programme
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Elgeyo Marakwet Women Rep. steps-up empowerment programme

The Elgeyo Marakwet Woman Representative, Caroline Ng’elechei, has intensified a countywide empowerment programme aimed at improving livelihoods and strengthening economic resilience among residents through the distribution of…

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Juakali sector drives Tinderet economy
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Juakali sector drives Tinderet economy

The Jua-Kali sector has continued to emerge as a major driver of the economy in Tinderet Sub County, with hundreds of youth and women venturing into small-scale enterprises ranging from welding, carpentry, tailoring, motorbike repair,…

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The agony of perennial flood along Tana River belt
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The agony of perennial flood along Tana River belt

For Majority of Kenyans, when the rain falls, it is always a rejoice because it brings forth another season of planting and growing crops, pasture or an opportunity to collect rainwater for commercial, domestic or livestock use. For most…

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PS Isaboke nostalgic moments of Maseno old School
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PS Isaboke nostalgic moments of Maseno old School

While the roar of the presidential motorcade and the high-octane energy of a State visit swept through the manicured greens of Maseno School Saturday, one man found himself caught in a quiet, temporal loop between the present and a storied…

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State censures politicians against sponsoring violence
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State censures politicians against sponsoring violence

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has warned politicians against bankrolling goons to perpetuate acts of thuggery in rallies. He said the government will no longer entertain such brazen acts…

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Jumuisha Initiative CBO hailed for improving lives in Makueni
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Jumuisha Initiative CBO hailed for improving lives in Makueni

Jumuisha Initiative, a Community-Based Organisation (CBO) celebrated 10 years since its inception and impacting on living standards among the youth and women in Makueni County. The celebrations were led by the organisation’s Executive…

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Fishermen decry harassment from foreign forces
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Fishermen decry harassment from foreign forces

Fishermen in Homa Bay County want the government to step up measures to protect them from persistent harassment from security officials from neighbouring countries. The fisherfolk, led by Remba Beach Management Unit (BMU) Chairman, Sumekia…

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State enacts levy to promote tea export
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State enacts levy to promote tea export

The Government is revitalising the tea industry by introducing a levy to provide a sustainable funding model to promote competitiveness of the Kenyan leaf in the export market. In a press statement the Tea Board of Kenya says the levy…

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Tarmacking of Emali-Ukia Road in Progress, Makueni CICM
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Tarmacking of Emali-Ukia Road in Progress, Makueni CICM

Residents living along Emali-Ukia Road in Nzaui Sub-county of Makueni have been urged to ignore misinformation being peddled on social media that the road construction has stalled, despite the contractor having been paid. Deputy County…

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Nyong’o puts non-performing officers on notice
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Nyong’o puts non-performing officers on notice

Kisumu County Governor Prof. Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o has warned non-performing officers in his government to shape up or ship out. “Performance Results for the 24/25 Financial Year performance have shown some improvement, however, there are…

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Tinderet residents resolve to complement government efforts
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Tinderet residents resolve to complement government efforts

Communities in Tinderet Sub-county have resorted to complementing the government’s development agenda by engaging in road rehabilitation ventures for free on a voluntary basis. The residents said the self-driven initiative was to help…

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Governor Godhana appeals for evacuation ahead of floods
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Governor Godhana appeals for evacuation ahead of floods

Tana River County has raised alarm over impending floods and calls for evacuation of people from river banks, as River Tana swells following heavy rainfall upstream. Tana River Governor Maj (Rtd) Dhadho Godhana and Area County Commissioner…

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Draft awareness booklet for older persons finalized
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Draft awareness booklet for older persons finalized

The State Department for Social Protection, Department for Senior citizens is in its final leg of a draft sensitisation booklet on older persons that aims to empower, integrate and protect dignity of senior citizens. Dr Peter Ochieng,…

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Sh. 350 Million bursary kitty launched for West Pokot needy learners
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Sh. 350 Million bursary kitty launched for West Pokot needy learners

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin has unveiled the FY 2025/2026 West Pokot County Bursary Programme, reaffirming his Administration’s commitment to open access to education. Speaking during the launch attended by county leaders, education…

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Tomato shortage in Meru sends prices soaring
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Tomato shortage in Meru sends prices soaring

Grocery traders in both Maua and Laare Market in Meru County have raised concerns over an acute tomato shortage that has pushed prices to record highs, forcing some traders to suspend sales altogether as consumers struggle with the rising…

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Divided opinion over proposed ‘Statistics Bill, 2026’
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Divided opinion over proposed ‘Statistics Bill, 2026’

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) pitched tent in Embu Town on Friday to gather views from Eastern Region on the proposed Statistics Bill, 2026. Residents gave mixed reactions of support and criticism of the Bill that is…

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Kenya finalises preparations for major Africa-France summit
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Kenya finalises preparations for major Africa-France summit

It is all systems go as Kenya finalises preparations for the landmark Africa Forward Summit 2026, following the formal handover of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ahead of the…

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Tana River commits to ending preventable maternal and neonatal deaths
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Tana River commits to ending preventable maternal and neonatal deaths

Tana River County government has committed to ending preventable childbirth deaths by protecting mothers and newborns through specific reforms that include recruitment of additional specialised personnel. Tana River County is among 26…

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