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Madiany law court set for Sh40 million upgrade
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Madiany law court set for Sh40 million upgrade

Madiany law courts in Rarieda Sub County is set for a Sh40 million upgrade by the Judiciary to improve service delivery. The law court which was established in 2019 at the former Rarieda Sub County headquarters is one of the four…

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Security team destroys bhang and illicit brews in Kigumo, Murang’a
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Security team destroys bhang and illicit brews in Kigumo, Murang’a

Members of the Kigumo Sub County security team on Tuesday presided over the destruction of bhang and disposal of illicit alcohol that was held as exhibits at the Kigumo Law Courts. During the exercise, more than 10 sacks of bhang and over…

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Mariakani Substation to give Coast Region stable power supply
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Mariakani Substation to give Coast Region stable power supply

Residents and businesses in the Coast region are set to receive stable electricity supply following the commissioning of a Sh4 billion Mariakani power substation in Kilifi County by President William Ruto. The fully energized 400/220KV…

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Kenya to host Avocado Conference in Nairobi
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Kenya to host Avocado Conference in Nairobi

Kenya is set to host the sixth edition of the Avocado Africa 2026 Conference and Exhibition from May 26th to 29th at the Sarit Expo Centre, bringing together key stakeholders in the avocado, fruits, and vegetables industry from across…

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MP’s push for better digital connectivity
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MP’s push for better digital connectivity

The National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee has engaged the Chairpersons of the Sports Committee and the Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation as part of ongoing sectoral budget reviews before finalization of…

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Majimoto residents demand lasting solution as leaders calm tension
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Majimoto residents demand lasting solution as leaders calm tension

Narok County Commissioner, Kipkech Lotiatia, has moved to calm tensions in Majimoto Village, Naroosura Ward, in Narok South Sub-county over protracted land dispute that has caused fear among residents. Speaking during a public Baraza that…

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Kenyans urged to prioritise mental wellness
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Kenyans urged to prioritise mental wellness

Kenyans have been urged to pay closer attention to their mental wellness, amid rising cases of mental health disorders, largely linked to drug and substance abuse and also the prevailing harsh economic conditions. Speaking during a mental…

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Women offer hope for troubled Kerio Valley
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Women offer hope for troubled Kerio Valley

Stakeholders in the conflict prone Kerio Valley have commended the role of Women-led peace initiatives in restoring security and livelihoods in the troubled belt. The appreciation was echoed during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting held…

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Report missing children promptly, parents urged
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Report missing children promptly, parents urged

As the world commemorates the International Missing Children’s Day, parents have been advised to be making prompt reporting in case their children go missing. Nyeri County Children Services Officer Joseph Mburu says delay by parents and…

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Diani traders embrace new market
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Diani traders embrace new market

Traders at the newly constructed Diani Market in Kwale County have commended the government’s efforts to relocate their businesses from the roadside makeshift shelters to the modern structures The vendors are now urging leaders to invest…

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CJ Koome urges new advocates to bridge Kenya’s justice gap
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CJ Koome urges new advocates to bridge Kenya’s justice gap

Chief Justice Martha Koome has challenged newly admitted advocates to use their legal training to expand access to justice and uphold integrity in the legal profession. Speaking Monday during the admission of newly qualified lawyers to the…

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Mudavadi calls for proper hygiene in fight against jiggers, Ebola
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Mudavadi calls for proper hygiene in fight against jiggers, Ebola

The Prime Cabinet Secretary (PCS) Musalia Mudavadi has underscored the importance of maintaining hygiene and decent housing in the fight against jiggers and other poverty-related diseases in the country. Mudavadi said maintaining clean…

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Vihiga county fronts for draft gender policy
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Vihiga county fronts for draft gender policy

The Department of Gender, Culture, Youth and Sports in Vihiga County, convened a one-day workshop on sensitization, policy review and technical validation of the draft Gender Mainstreaming Policy. The draft Policy which aimed to…

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Private sector push for favourable tax regime in Finance Bill
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Private sector push for favourable tax regime in Finance Bill

The private sector has urged Parliament to amend contentious clauses in the Finance Bill 2026, warning that excessive taxation could weaken business competitiveness, suppress job creation and slow economic growth. Speaking during a joint…

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County steps up measures to counter fire disaster
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County steps up measures to counter fire disaster

The County Government of Uasin Gishu has stepped up measures to sensitize residents on safety mechanism applicable, to contain possible fire disasters in the region. The move comes after County Fire Brigade Department, embarked on engaging…

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Glimmer of hope for Sickle cell patients in Kisumu
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Glimmer of hope for Sickle cell patients in Kisumu

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited blood disorders that cause red blood cells to become hard, sticky, and crescent-shaped. Instead of flowing smoothly, these abnormal cells block blood vessels, which restricts oxygen…

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Insecurity in Kerio Valley links to environmental destruction, Murkomen
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Insecurity in Kerio Valley links to environmental destruction, Murkomen

Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Interior and National Administration, Kipchumba Murkomen, has linked the persistent insecurity in the Kerio Valley region to environmental degradation, sparking conflict over scarcity of resources. He stressed…

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Kiserian exhibition promotes organic farming
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Kiserian exhibition promotes organic farming

The colorful sounds of traditional songs and dances filled the air at Mugima School in Kiserian, as farmers, learners, teachers, and community leaders gathered for this year’s Organic Farming and Cultural Foods Exhibition in Kajiado North…

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Registrar of Births and Deaths tips Vihiga residents
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Registrar of Births and Deaths tips Vihiga residents

Residents of Vihiga County have been encouraged to process their births and deaths certificate in time to avoid last minute rush to secure the documents whenever need arises. Vihiga County Civil Registrar Beatrice Gathumbi advised…

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Vihiga leaders spearhead governance reforms
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Vihiga leaders spearhead governance reforms

In a strategic move aimed at streamlining devolved operations, Vihiga County has embarked on a training program to sensitize its officials on best practices, so as to to optimize public service delivery. The training, whose closing session…

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Mbeere South benefits from Sh70 million irrigation project
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Mbeere South benefits from Sh70 million irrigation project

Over 360 households in the semi-arid Mbeti South Ward in Mbeere South Constituency, Embu County are set to benefit from a Sh69.9 million irrigation project expansion being undertaken by the Embu County Government. The expansion of the…

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Ex-Matungu MP David Were loses second son in four months
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Ex-Matungu MP David Were loses second son in four months

Former Matungu Member of Parliament (MP) David Were is once again grappling with tragedy after losing his second son in a violent attack within four months, deepening the anguish of a family already reeling from an earlier loss. Hannington…

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Cohesion Commission team vows tough action against ethnic incitement
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Cohesion Commission team vows tough action against ethnic incitement

The newly constituted National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has issued a strong warning against rising political intolerance, hate speech, ethnic incitement and violent rhetoric, saying the growing trend threatens national…

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