Kindiki inspects Sh2 billion Kirinyaga road project
The project is part of 571 kilometres of roads earmarked for tarmacking in Kirinyaga county at a cost of Sh42 billion, according to Kindiki
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'Msisahau kuweka lift': Ruto takes another jab at Sifuna over chicken debate
The President joked about installing lifts for chickens while inspecting a 729-unit affordable housing project in Nandi County.
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End the politics of electoral zoning
Political zoning undermines democracy by denying voters alternatives and shielding parties and candidates from meaningful competition.
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European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
The diplomats - from Belgium, France, Poland and the Catholic Church - had come to the largely Christian village of Taybeh near Ramallah.
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At least 17 dead in crush at Hindu festival event in India
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described it as a "tragic" incident and said the regional government was providing help to affected families.
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Top ten Engineering fields by job growth
Mechanical engineering ranks second, with projected growth of 11 per cent, followed by electrical engineering at 10 per cent
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Ruto shifts from ‘Hustler’ to ‘Usawa ni Sawa’ ahead of 2027
Ruto is promoting equality and equitable development as political rivals develop their own messages ahead of the election
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MPs to summon asset financiers over excessive interest charges
The committee has scheduled November 5th to hear from the lenders implicated in a petition filed by several boda boda riders
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Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies
The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns.
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Former Sale Sharks lock Andrews dies at team hotel in La Rochelle
Hyron Andrews dies at his Johannesburg Lions' team hotel before their Champions Cup match at La Rochelle on Saturday, October 17.
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Gor Mahia, KCB claim narrow wins in SportPesa League
Gor Mahia needed a late goal to overcome a resilient APS Bomet side in a closely contested encounter. Alpha Onyango scored the decisive goal in the 84th minute
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Chelsea's Martinez taken to hospital for 'precautionary tests'
Martinez had earlier played his part in the Blues securing a first Premier League clean sheet in nine months, a run stretching back 23 matches.
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KRA seizes 52 refurbished phones and three drones at JKIA
In a media brief issued on Saturday, October 17, KRA said the interception occurred during the clearance of arriving passengers
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Cancer, stroke greatest threat to retirees’ pension funds
The report shows that the cost of treating serious illnesses in private hospitals can wipe up to eight years of pension savings
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Muthama’s Sonko, Kalonzo meetings spark 2027 realignment talks
Ruto ally holds second meeting with NEDP leader as former governor positions party for next election amid shifting 2027 political alliances
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More NHS staff sacked over attacks victims' records
Nottingham students Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar, and grandfather Ian Coates, were stabbed to death on 13 June 2023.
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Nursery owner in China jailed for life after hundreds of children poisoned
A report into the incident found that chefs at Heshi Peixin had used inedible paint to "enhance the look" of its meals to attract more students.
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Media houses face new legal duty on disability coverage
The disability act compels media houses to carry content to promote awareness, says National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD)
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Africa to resolve high energy cost puzzle at KenGen’s annual meet
High power costs increase the cost of manufacturing, refrigeration, irrigation and transport, forcing businesses to charge more for goods
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Pope to be discharged days after lung cancer surgery
The Vatican said the Pope will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing to a crowd in St Peter's Square on Sunday.
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State targets early 2027 water filling at Thwake dam
The project manager said construction had resumed after months of delays following additional funding of Sh10 billion from AFDB
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Kindiki threatens arrest of contractors over delays, shoddy work
The DP has directed government officers to strengthen supervision and ensure infrastructure projects are completed on time.
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Matatu operators raise fares by upto 50pc against MoA directive
Matatus were charging Sh70 to Westlands via parklands a trip that normally costs about Sh50, this is an increase of 40 per cent
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Gachagua: Why I missed Raila Odinga’s first anniversary
In a statement shared on X, Gachagua said Raila’s widow, Ida Odinga, had invited him to the commemorative event held in Bondo, Siaya County
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