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Full List of Women Eyeing the Nairobi Woman Rep Seat in 2027
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Full List of Women Eyeing the Nairobi Woman Rep Seat in 2027

The race for the Nairobi Woman Representative seat in the 2027 General Election is already shaping up to be one of the most competitive political contests in the country. With the election just under a year away, a growing list of…

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Kindiki Makes Fresh Appeal to Uhuru Days After Ruto’s Attacks
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Kindiki Makes Fresh Appeal to Uhuru Days After Ruto’s Attacks

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to stay above active politics and instead use his experience to guide the country as a statesman. Kindiki made the remarks on Saturday, August 22, during a Mt…

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Kenyan Shilling Remains Stable as Forex Reserves Hit USD15.2 Billion
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Kenyan Shilling Remains Stable as Forex Reserves Hit USD15.2 Billion

The Kenya Shilling remained stable against major international and regional currencies during the week ending August 20, 2026, trading at KSh129.49 against the US dollar. According to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Weekly Bulletin…

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Safaricom Explains How Users Can Report Network Disruptions
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Safaricom Explains How Users Can Report Network Disruptions

Safaricom has explained how customers can report network disruptions after subscribers reported connectivity hitches across parts of Kenya on Friday, August 21. Taking to social media, users reported difficulty making voice calls,…

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Former High Court Judge Mbalu Mutava Dies After Sudden Illness
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Former High Court Judge Mbalu Mutava Dies After Sudden Illness

Former High Court Judge Justice Joseph Mbalu Mutava has died after falling ill suddenly on the night of August 21. Justice Mutava died on the morning of August 22, while receiving medical attention at Makindu Orthopedic and Trauma Hospital…

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Why World Bank Banned eCitizen Firm and Its CEO James Ayugi
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Why World Bank Banned eCitizen Firm and Its CEO James Ayugi

The World Bank has barred Webmasters Kenya Ltd, the firm behind the eCitizen platform, and its director, James Ayugi, from participating in World Bank-financed projects for at least five years. The World Bank Sanctions Board, in Case No.…

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Ogamba Explains University Funding Changes as Number of Students Rises
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Ogamba Explains University Funding Changes as Number of Students Rises

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has defended the government’s proposed changes to Kenya’s higher education funding system, saying the changes are necessary to ensure every qualified student can access tertiary education as the…

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What Motorists Need to Know About NTSA CD License Changes
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What Motorists Need to Know About NTSA CD License Changes

The Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA) has raised concerns over the reported removal of the Class CD endorsement from renewed driving licenses. Motorists have been warned that the change could create significant…

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Linda Mwananchi Politician Seeks Medical Help After Attack by Goons
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Linda Mwananchi Politician Seeks Medical Help After Attack by Goons

Bungoma Woman Representative aspirant and Linda Mwananchi supporter Agnetta Mwangale has appealed for medical support from the members of the public after suffering an attack in Homa Bay on August 16. In a statement on August 21, Mwangale…

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Sakaja Unveils Specialized Teams to Prepare Nairobi for El Niño Floods
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Sakaja Unveils Specialized Teams to Prepare Nairobi for El Niño Floods

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has established five specialized multi-agency teams to coordinate preparations for the anticipated El Niño rains as the county ramps up drainage improvements and flood-mitigation work in identified hotspots.…

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Senator Khalwale Reveals Why Ruto Did Not Attend His Wife’s Funeral
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Senator Khalwale Reveals Why Ruto Did Not Attend His Wife’s Funeral

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has explained why President William Ruto did not attend the funeral of his late wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, despite saying he was willing to travel to Kakamega to condole with the family. Speaking during…

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