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President William Ruto has warned that Nairobi’s ongoing dysfunction is damaging Kenya’s economic performance and international standing. Speaking to the Nairobi County Assembly, Ruto described the capital as a city of immense potential that has been undermined by poor planning, weak accountability…
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A new survey reveals that women in Kenya pay bribes more frequently than men when accessing essential public services. The Kenya National Gender and Corruption Survey 2025, released on 9 April by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), shows that corruption affects citizens differently…
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Kenya’s transport industry is warning of a growing fuel shortage that is disrupting trucking operations across the country. The Kenya Transporters Association (KTA) has formally requested urgent action from regulators and oil marketers. In a letter dated 8 April, KTA addressed the Ministry of…
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The High Court has ruled that a marriage which has irretrievably broken down should be dissolved, stating that individuals cannot be required to remain in unions that no longer function. The case arose from an appeal by Mr S.K.K, who sought to end his 21-year marriage to Ms E.W.K after a magistrate…
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A building under construction collapsed in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi, on Wednesday afternoon, leaving multiple people trapped and injured. The Kenya Red Cross confirmed the incident occurred at around 2 pm, prompting an immediate rescue operation. By late afternoon, four individuals had…
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Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was injured in an assault at a coffee house in Kisumu on Tuesday afternoon. According to his office, the incident took place at Westend Mall and later at Java Restaurant, where the senator had stopped after a haircut. His Director of Communications, Derick Luvega, said…
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Thousands of shoe traders displaced by the demolition at Gikomba Market are struggling to sustain their businesses after relocating to Kamukunji Grounds. The traders report reduced sales, higher operating costs and poor working conditions at the temporary site. Many say the move has disrupted their…
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Kenya has reaffirmed its neutral position on the escalating Middle East conflict after criticism from Iran, with the government rejecting claims that it supports the United States and Israel. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing’oei said Kenya’s…
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed a willingness to reconcile with President William Ruto, urging his supporters to remain orderly and avoid disruptive slogans during a memorial service in Nyandarua County. Speaking at the funeral of former Ol Kalou MP David Njuguna Kiaraho,…
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In 1999, Kenya secured the right to lift 30,000 barrels of crude oil daily from Nigeria under a deal facilitated by then-President Olusegun Obasanjo. The arrangement initially appeared advantageous. Kenya’s daily consumption at the time was around 35,000 barrels, suggesting the deal could provide…