Security agencies burst fertilizer syndicate in Matungu, net 30 tons and arrest four
The reported owner of the compound where the repackaging was taking place at Eshirumbwe village in Koyonzo ward is at large
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Kenya eyes Sh36.7 billion nuclear research facility to boost cancer care, nuclear energy
Proposed 10-megawatt thermal multipurpose open-pool reactor will also complement plans to develop a nuclear power plant in Siaya county
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Mwingi North race turns into family affair as ex-MP Munuve, sister join contest
The duo met on Saturday during the burial of retired teacher, Aaron Musya, at Kyuso village in Mwingi North, Kitui county
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UDM backs Ruto’s 2027 re-election, vows to build national party
UDM party leader Ali Roba said the journey that began in 1999 has transformed outfit from regional voice to national player in politics
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Dubat pledges merit-based appointments, accountability in Garissa governance
Dubat said public appointments must be guided by qualifications, competence, experience and the ability to deliver, rather than family connections
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Counties urged to strengthen Ebola response measures
PS Mary Muthoni said county governments needed to identify suitable facilities that could be activated if the virus spread beyond the current containment effort
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Over 500 children with disabilities identified in Kisumu outreach
Registered in an outreach programme seeking to connect children with disabilities with education, healthcare and government assistance across
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From pasture to pods: Resilient legumes offer new lifeline for arid Wajir
With pasture and water becoming increasingly scarce, the climate-resilient crop are offering an alternative source of food and income, helping households divers
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Shun politicians who only appear during elections, Nyali residents urged
Businessman said some aspirants have previously contested the seat and disappeared from the public once the results were announced
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Kirinyaga tea farmers demand refund of Sh117 million spent on fertiliser subsidy
The farmers said the government had failed to remit money owed under the fertiliser subsidy programme, forcing the factory to use funds meant for growers
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Three officers injured after lorry crashes into police vehicle
A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of driving while unfit through drink or drugs, driving while disqualified and dangerous driving.
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Safaricom Foundation chairman Joe Ogutu urges African health innovators to focus on real-world problems
Ogutu said experience offered lessons for the health innovation hub, which is intended to help innovators develop solutions that improve health outcomes across
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Murang’a sues state over shutdown of digital health system
The county accused the Ministry of Health and other state agencies of disabling the afya.co.ke Health Management Information System (HMIS) without adequate tran
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Senators plot tougher laws to stop governors from branding projects with their images
Last year, the committee called on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to investigate the branding of public assets by elected leaders.
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Ruto warns two million jobs at risk if opposition wins 2027 polls
President says rivals' plans to scrap affordable housing and SHA would plunge Kenyans back into unemployment and medical fundraising.
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Kapsabet Hospital expands capacity to 500 beds ahead of Ruto launch
The Ministry of Health equipped the unit through the National Equipment Service Programme, which will also expand the hospital’s theatre capacity
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Duale fires back at Sifuna over Ruto’s ‘Usawa’ slogan, takes aim at Uhuru
Duale defended Ruto’s Usawa ni Sawa message, saying it reflected the administration’s commitment to addressing historical injustices
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Sifuna accuses Raila allies of betrayal, disrespect for Odinga family
Sifuna accused politicians who had presented themselves as Raila’s closest allies of abandoning him barely a year after his death.
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80 kings, over 50,000 visitors expected at Iteso cultural celebrations
Prominent traditional kingdoms, including the Zulu Kingdom from South Africa and the Ndebele Kingdom, are also expected to attend
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Kenya’s milk shortage exposes gaps in dairy policy
Meanwhile, smallholder farmers, who account for approximately 80 per cent of Kenya’s milk supply, face declining yields amid poor pasture and escalating animal-
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I tried eating 30 plants a week. It was surprisingly easy
In the end, my plant tally for the week came to about 51. The main challenge was the planning, as well as the difficulty of cooking new recipes
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From petrol to battery swaps: Indian e-mobility firm makes Kenya E Africa expansion hub
Kenya emerged as the company’s gateway to Africa, offering a large commercial motorcycle and three-wheeler market, supportive electric mobility policies and an
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Help farmers produce more milk
Farmers need prices that cover production costs, while consumers need a steady supply at prices they can afford. The market must work for both.
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Mudavadi: New political parties cannot offer credible alternative to Ruto
Mudavadi argued that political parties being formed close to the election lacked sufficient time to establish structures, develop policies
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