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Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Friday 30 October 2026
Tonight: Eastleigh rescue update, Ruto's Russia recruitment deal, Sifuna's party launch, a blocked US visa lottery, falling UK applications, and Obiri's New York bid.
Kenyans Among Those Charged in $130 Million US Ghost Student Aid Fraud Scheme
Hellen Obiri 'Ready for Any Pace' in Bold Bid for Historic Third New York City Marathon Crown
Heavy October-December Rains Threaten Transport Networks Across Kenya
Major Nairobi Roads Set for Traffic Delays as ODM Plan Mass Jacaranda Rally
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