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Amsons Group acquires Oryx Energies Tanzania for close to Sh30 billion
The acquisition cements Amsons Group’s position as the leading independent energy conglomerate across East and Central Africa.
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Understanding China: How Xi's Thought on Diplomacy is reshaping global order and China-Africa relations
By prioritising the collective interests of humanity, this philosophy demonstrates that zero-sum games are a choice, not a destiny
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NCBA to suspend shares trading as Nedbank completes acquisition
This is after the South Africa’s Nedbank Group completed the acquisition of a 66 per cent controlling stake in the Kenyan lender.
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Sudan army drones hit mourners and fuel market killing more than 300 people, sources say
South Sudan has summoned Sudan's ambassador to lodge a formal protest. There are fears the conflict could spill across the border.
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Mwalimu Rachel, Lotan bring ‘Ne-Yo Luxe’ to life at sold-out Nairobi concert
The hosts kept the crowd entertained with energetic introductions and DJ sets ahead of the American R&B star’s appearance.
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Ruto dares opposition to face him on agenda and track record in 2027
President says contest must be decided on what leaders have achieved and what they intend to do for Kenyans, rather than political rhetoric.
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Swimmer, 65, killed in shark attack off South Africa's east coast
Janine Lochrenberg was swimming off a beach in KuGompo City (formerly East London) on Tuesday morning when she was attacked.
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MCK, Editors Guild condemns arrest of journalist covering fuel protests
Francis Odee was reportedly arrested while covering demonstrations against the latest increase in petroleum prices in Nairobi’s CBD.
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PM Abiy urges easier Kenya-Ethiopia trade and stronger economic ties
PM Abiy said the closer ties should translate into tangible benefits for farmers, businesses and ordinary citizens in both countries.
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Nairobi brings the drip to Ne-Yo’s ‘One Night Only’ concert
Guests embraced the Ne-Yo Luxe theme, turning the Mashujaa Day brunch into a bold showcase of fashion and personal style.
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Kenya cult leader's children still being starved weeks before trial, son says
Dan said he reported the case to police, who rescued eight children, including his five younger siblings from their grandmother's house.
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Ebola cases hit nine in Kenya as first contacts prepare to leave quarantine
The latest patient, a 24-year-old close family member of the index case, tested positive on October 19 while already in quarantine.
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Café Stavrose: Mombasa eatery that has stood the taste of time
The eatery has survived economic challenges, changing tastes and growing competition from hundreds of restaurants across the coastal city.
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Teso farmers push for reduced farm input prices in Busia budget
Want fertiliser prices reduced by Sh500 for a 50kg bag to retail at Sh2,000, residents also call for reduced taxes on small scale traders
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Sh70m hospital project to expand services in Seme
Project was launched on Saturday, with the commissioning of a new operating theatre and the groundbreaking for the construction of the hospital block
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Magharibi lobby vows to mobilise Ruto re-election at the grassroots
Magharibi Movement treasurer Tony Maleche said the campaign by the group aims to take Ruto's re-election message to the grassroots
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Duale, Guyo rally pastoralists behind Ruto’s re-election bi
Leaders say Ruto has opened up marginalised regions through major infrastructure projects and increased representation in government.
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North Rift bishops push for peaceful campaigns ahead of 2027 polls
Leaders are hosting prayer rallies to urge Kenyans, especially political leaders, to ensure the country goes through the elections peacefully
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Gold, glamour and Ne-Yo: Inside Nairobi’s sold-out Brunch Edition
The Nairobi concert paired lavish décor and live grill stations with a star-studded DJ lineup ahead of Ne-Yo’s performance.
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We’re one team! Gachagua rejects tribal tag as Linda Mwananchi leaders visit Wamunyoro
Gachagua urged the opposition leaders to close ranks and resist attempts to portray their political alliance as driven by ethnicity.
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Beyond talk: Kenya seeks action on global trust crisis
PS Sing’Oei says the Nairobi summit will focus on practical ways to rebuild confidence in governments, institutions, the media and businesses.
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North Korea publishes photos of Kim Jong Un - why do rumours of his death keep coming back?
North Korean state media has published photos of the dictator with his daughter after the unsubstantiated rumour spread.
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Eldoret pastor Hustler Fund success story earns praise
The 81-year-old Rev James Njuguna Gakabu of Kapsoya ACC Church has used savings and loans from the fund to develop a modern church house
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