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Mbadi Tells Ruto to Ignore Critics, “One-term Talk is an Illusion”
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Mbadi Tells Ruto to Ignore Critics, “One-term Talk is an Illusion”

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi encouraged President William Ruto to ignore critics and dismiss opposition chants claiming he will serve only one term. Speaking during the president’s tour of Siaya County on Sunday, August 31, 2025,…

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Hilarious Trending Memes To Kickstart New Week
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Hilarious Trending Memes To Kickstart New Week

This special weekly collection takes you on a rollercoaster through Kenyan social media’s humor-filled landscape, showcasing the best of internet hilarity with witty quips, hilarious observations, and random photos.

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Ruto: How Kenya Can Join First World Without Borrowing Externally
Nairobi WireBusiness

Ruto: How Kenya Can Join First World Without Borrowing Externally

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to developing Kenya’s economy into a self-sustaining system that does not depend on local or foreign lenders. Speaking to the Siaya County people on Sunday, August 31, during an…

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Govt to Train Civil Servants on AI, Harmonize Salaries for Fairness
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Govt to Train Civil Servants on AI, Harmonize Salaries for Fairness

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has announced that the government is rolling out reforms to harmonize civil servants’ salaries and integrate digital transformation tools, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to boost…

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Osoro: MPs Siphoning Funds from SHA Will Soon Face Arrest
Nairobi WirePolitics

Osoro: MPs Siphoning Funds from SHA Will Soon Face Arrest

South Mugirango MP and National Assembly Chief Whip Sylvanus Osoro has accused a section of legislators of diverting money from the Social Health Authority (SHA) through their privately-owned healthcare facilities. Speaking during an event…

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From Matatu Fares to Miraa: What Drove Kenya’s August Inflation Rise
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From Matatu Fares to Miraa: What Drove Kenya’s August Inflation Rise

Kenya’s inflation rate increased to 4.5 percent in August 2025 from 4.1 percent in July as transport fares, food, and non-alcoholic drinks raised the cost of living, the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported. Food and…

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Ruto Gifts Harambee Stars Players Ksh 1M Affordable Housing Grant
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Ruto Gifts Harambee Stars Players Ksh 1M Affordable Housing Grant

President William Ruto on Thursday promised Harambee Stars players a Ksh 1 million grant each to cover half the cost of a two-bedroom affordable house. Since the houses are priced at Ksh 2 million, the players will clear the remaining…

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High Court Blocks Church Construction Inside State House
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High Court Blocks Church Construction Inside State House

The High Court has blocked President William Ruto from putting up a church inside State House, Nairobi, or within any other State Lodge until a petition challenging the plan is determined. Justice E.C. Mwita issued a conservatory order…

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KDF Rewards Harambee Stars Winger Boniface Muchiri With Promotion
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KDF Rewards Harambee Stars Winger Boniface Muchiri With Promotion

Harambee Stars and Ulinzi Stars winger Boniface Muchiri has earned a well-deserved promotion from Senior Private to Corporal in the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), honoring his outstanding contributions to both his club and the national team.…

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MCA’s Bid to Use Vernacular Language Leaves Senate in Stitches
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MCA’s Bid to Use Vernacular Language Leaves Senate in Stitches

Proceedings in the Senate took a light-hearted turn on Thursday when Kapkatet Ward MCA Amos Bii asked to give evidence in his mother tongue during Governor Erick Mutai’s impeachment trial. Bii is among 18 Kericho ward representatives who…

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