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National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah faced rigorous questioning in a recent Al Jazeera interview concerning allegations of extrajudicial killings, abductions, and corruption within President William Ruto’s administration. The February 27 interview saw Ichung’wah defend the government…
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Kenyan businessman Jimi Wanjigi has engaged Arsenal Government and Public Affairs Group, a US lobbying firm, in a strategic move to bolster his 2027 presidential campaign. The six-month contract, effective from December 21, 2024, amounts to $525,000 (Sh68 million) and tasks the firm with enhancing…
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Homa Bay County is preparing to host the national Madaraka Day celebrations on June 1st, marking the first time the county will host the annual event. The announcement was made by Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, confirming that President William Ruto will preside over the celebrations…
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The Ministry of Education has refuted claims of an impending revision to the university admission cut-off point, ensuring that the existing standard of a mean grade of C+ remains in effect. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba addressed the public Thursday, emphasizing that the widely…
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A public health crisis is unfolding at Stima Plaza as a dispute between Nairobi City County and Kenya Power has resulted in the illegal dumping of waste, forcing the power company to suspend office operations. Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has called for immediate police and…
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his intention to challenge President William Ruto in the upcoming elections of 2027, setting the stage for a significant political showdown. Speaking from his Nairobi residence, Gachagua has outlined a strategy centered on uniting Kenyans and…
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A legal challenge filed in the High Court of Kenya is seeking to mandate conjugal visitation rights for prisoners, potentially reshaping the country's penal system. The petition, brought forth by Peter Agoro, John Wangai, and Anthony Murimi, targets the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of…
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Martha Karua, leader of the newly rebranded People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has revealed in a recent interview that she declined an offer to join former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Cabinet. This announcement comes as Karua prepares to launch the PLP, formerly known as Narc Kenya, under a new purple…
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Seventeen critically endangered mountain bongos have been repatriated to Kenya from the Rare Species Conservatory Foundation in Florida. This marks a major step in efforts to revive the species’ dwindling population in its native highland forests. The antelope's arrival is part of Kenya's National…
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Kenya's Tourism Ministry has overhauled its electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system, introducing instant approvals to address initial challenges and criticisms levelled against the program. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano announced the revisions on Wednesday, emphasizing that the…