Chesongoch landslide survivors set to move into 55 new homes
NYS and the county government partnered to build homes for the families. Each has two bedrooms, a living room, and a toilet.
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Nairobi CBD must become a place to live, not just work
Nairobi should learn from Singapore City and Kuala Lumpur, not by copying their skylines, but by building a centre that serves people
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Song and dance light up Raila’s first anniversary
As the music played, the crowd responded to the performance, turning the anniversary gathering into a colourful blend of cultural expression, music
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Creatives to tackle AI, digital power at Mombasa Afrotellers conference
The four-day gathering will examine how AI and global digital platforms shape African stories and determine who benefits from their reach.
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KNH performs Africa’s first tubeless windpipe reconstruction
The five-hour operation repaired a 26-year-old man’s windpipe after nearly two decades of breathing difficulties and complications.
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Pioneering Kenyan wildlife vet honoured at London ceremony
Her dedication to her work has even led to a lioness at Nairobi Orphanage and a Black Rhino at Tsavo West National Park being named Mukami
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Call for more partners to support special eyecare services in Garissa
Dr Ahmed Farrah says partnerships between government health facilities and NGOs are essential in addressing the growing demand
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Murang’a MCAs give executive 60 days to upgrade hospital
Assembly called on relevant county departments to implement the recommendations within deadline to improve service delivery at the facility
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End unnecessary long stays in mental hospitals
WHO has called on countries to invest more in community-based care. It's time for the government to take its message seriously
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Migori man found murdered with deep cut to neck
According to preliminary police investigations, Ouma was last seen at around 11pm heading home in the company of a neighbour
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One killed as bandits raid Marsabit settlement, steal 600 livestock
Armed attackers reportedly drove more than 600 sheep and goats towards Samburu North after raiding a Turkana settlement in Loiyangalani
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Man surrenders to police over girlfriend’s murder in Murang’a
Alex Ngugi Njeri presented himself at Kahawa West Police Station and allegedly told officers he had killed Nellious Njeri
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Move mental health care from hospitals to communities – WHO
Says people should not have to lose their freedom or dignity to receive treatment, as concerns persist over long stays at Mathari Hospital
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You'll pay from your own pocket: MPs warn principals over KESSHA, CAPSA payments
House committee said it will seek ministry guidance on the associations' funding but warned that principals face personal liability for unauthorised transfers.
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Ruto announces new investments in power, healthcare and sports in West Pokot
Government will inject Sh800 million into Makutano Stadium and set aside another Sh300 million for a second market in Kapenguria.
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Mvurya: Kipchoge Stadium ready to host Mashujaa fete
Says he was satisfied with the quality of work at the stadium and it would be over 85% complete by Sunday, just two days before the ceremony
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‘Wacha tu’: Sifuna recalls emotional flight that brought Raila’s body home
Sifuna described the moment the captain changed the flight’s call sign to RAO001 as the aircraft entered Kenyan airspace as particularly moving
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Nurse stole £750k from 99-year-old woman for cosmetic surgery and home improvements
Rebecca Louise exploited the resident who was living at Bryn Yr Haul Care Home in Mold for her own personal and financial gain.
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Owalo’s PPP announces full registration ahead of 2027 polls
In a statement, PPP said it intended to field candidates for all elective positions across the country as it builds its structures ahead of the elections
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Court of Appeal upholds decision stripping NPSC of police recruitment role
Judges affirmed that the recruitment of uniformed police officers falls under the National Police Service, not the commission.
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Pope pictured for first time since surgery and cancer diagnosis
The images shared on Friday showed the Pope wearing a green robe while standing behind a makeshift altar on the tenth floor of the hospital.
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Duale backs Ruto’s ‘Usawa ni Sawa’ slogan, cites Northern Kenya developments
Duale said the slogan signals a push to address historical inequalities in development, public appointments and access to government services.
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EACC arrests NTSA officer over alleged Sh18,000 bribe
"He was taken to the Integrity Centre for processing and later released on a cash bail of Sh50,000 pending the conclusion of investigations," EACC said
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Tourism Ministry targets Sh130m for Mt Kenya conservation
The partnership follows a series of engagements with the Magical Kenya rebranding taskforce which explored opportunities to strengthen Kenya's tourism
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