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Former IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati is Dead

Wafula Chebukati, the former chairman of Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) whose leadership was marked by controversy and legal challenges, has died at the age of 63. Chebukati oversaw the…

Feb 21, 2025

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DCI Officials Charged in Kiambu Court for 2022 Political Campaign-Linked Murders

Thirteen police officers, an intelligence official, and a wildlife warden appeared before a Kiambu court on Thursday, February 20th, to face charges in connection with the 2022 abduction and murder of two Indian natio…

Feb 20, 2025

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Deported from Kenya, Jailed in Russia: Indian Man's Costly US Migration Bid

An Indian man, Gurwinder Singh, was deported back to India on February 15 after a failed attempt to enter the United States through an illegal migration network. The journey cost him a significant sum and led to his s…

Feb 20, 2025

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Kenya's Boda Boda Industry Faces Major Overhaul Under New Senate Bill

The Kenyan Senate has passed a landmark Bill designed to overhaul the boda boda (motorcycle taxi) industry, introducing stringent regulations to enhance safety, accountability, and professionalism. The legislation, ch…

Feb 20, 2025

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Meru Heavyweights Munya, Linturi, and Murungi Unite for Upcoming Meru Summit on March 14

In anticipation of the 2027 elections, Meru leaders are scheduled to convene a significant unity summit on March 14th to consolidate the community's political direction. The event will bring together political figures…

Feb 20, 2025

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Kenyan Family Demands Justice After Daughter's Mysterious Death in Saudi Arabia

The family of Rachel Njoki, a 37-year-old Kenyan woman who died in Saudi Arabia under disputed circumstances, is demanding transparency and justice, citing bureaucratic obstacles and conflicting reports surrounding he…

Feb 20, 2025

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Kalonzo Rejects Proposal to Make Raila Prime Minister

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected proposals from some Kenya Kwanza legislators to create the position of Prime Minister for opposition leader Raila Odinga. Speaking on KTN News on Wednesday, Kalonzo ques…

Feb 20, 2025

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Restricted Practice License Leaves Karua Unable to Defend Besigye in Ugandan Court

Martha Karua, a prominent Senior Counsel, is facing significant legal challenges while representing Uganda's opposition leader, Kizza Besigye, and his aide, Obeid Lutale, in an ongoing court case. Despite being grante…

Feb 19, 2025

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Nairobi Police Arrest American Found with Ingested Cocaine Pellets

On Tuesday, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi arrested a United States national on suspicion of cocaine trafficking, following a vital tip-off from a local hospital's physician. The suspect…

Feb 19, 2025

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Nairobi Club Under Scrutiny After Student's Valentine's Day Death

Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a university student at Mass House Club in Nairobi. The incident took place during a Valentine's Day celebration. The club re…

Feb 19, 2025

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Sudan Criticizes Kenya Over RSF Conference at KICC

The Sudanese government has condemned Kenya for permitting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to conduct activities at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), labelling the move as a hostile act. In a stateme…

Feb 19, 2025

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Kenya Sets 7M Tourist Goal by 2027 as France and Spain Already Attract Over 90M Annually

In 2024, France and Spain, among the world's leading tourist destinations, demonstrated remarkable recovery in tourism, attracting 100 million and 94 million visitors respectively. France's tourism revenue soared to 7…

Feb 18, 2025

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Kindiki Promises Food and Fuel Price Stabilization as Kenya Achieves Maize Self-Sufficiency

Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced a comprehensive initiative aimed at reviving stalled projects in Meru County during a press briefing at his Karen residence in Nairobi on February 18. The government…

Feb 18, 2025

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Ruto Allies Call for Raila's Return as PM After AU Loss

Calls advocating for Raila Odinga's inclusion in President William Ruto's administration as Prime Minister are gaining momentum following his recent defeat to Djiboutian Mahmoud Ali Youssouf for the chairmanship of th…

Feb 18, 2025

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Bomet Court Sentences Man to 150 Years for the Murder of His Three Children

A Bomet court has imposed a landmark sentence of 150 years in prison on a 40-year-old man found guilty of the brutal murders of his three young sons in 2019. This unprecedented ruling was handed down in the wake of a…

Feb 18, 2025

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Cohen Murder Case: Sarah Wairimu's Bail Request Rejected

Sarah Wairimu, the widow of Dutch businessman Tob Cohen, will remain incarcerated at Lang'ata Women’s Prison pending the testimony of key witnesses in her murder case. The Nairobi High Court has rejected her bail appl…

Feb 18, 2025

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National Assembly Dismisses Censure Motion Against Moses Wetang'ula

The National Assembly has dismissed a petition seeking to censure Speaker Moses Masika Wetang'ula, citing procedural regulations that limit how such matters can be addressed. Clerk of the National Assembly Samuel Njor…

Feb 17, 2025

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Kalonzo: Ruto Administration Cost Raila the AU Chairperson Position

Raila Odinga, a well-known figure in African politics, was unexpectedly defeated in the African Union (AU) Chairperson elections held on Saturday. Despite being a leading candidate, Odinga lost to Djibouti's Foreign M…

Feb 17, 2025

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Kenya's National Security Threatened as Trump Suspends US Anti-Terrorism Aid

Kenya faces increased national security challenges following the decision by US President Donald Trump to suspend American security aid. As one of the largest recipients of US foreign assistance in Africa, trailing on…

Feb 17, 2025

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MP Koech: Raila Deserves Government Position After AU Chair Defeat

Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech has proposed the inclusion of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in the Kenya Kwanza government. This recommendation arises in the aftermath of Raila’s recent defeat in the Afr…

Feb 17, 2025