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Kenyan Politicians Threaten AU Exit After Odinga Loses Commission Chair Race to Djibouti
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Kenyan Politicians Threaten AU Exit After Odinga Loses Commission Chair Race to Djibouti

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's allies have raised the prospect of Kenya's withdrawal from the African Union (AU). This follows Odinga's electoral defeat for the chairperson position of the African Union Commissi…

Feb 16, 2025
Kenya Needs You More, Gachagua Tells Raila After AU Defeat
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Kenya Needs You More, Gachagua Tells Raila After AU Defeat

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly expressed his support for Raila Odinga following Odinga's recent defeat in the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship election held on February 15. In a socia…

Feb 16, 2025
Baringo Senator William Cheptumo Dies After Short Illness
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Baringo Senator William Cheptumo Dies After Short Illness

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has confirmed the death of Baringo Senator William Cheptumo, who passed away at the age of 57 due to an undisclosed illness while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital on Sunday, Februa…

Feb 16, 2025
Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Youssouf Beats Raila to Win AUC Chair Race
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Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Youssouf Beats Raila to Win AUC Chair Race

Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has been elected as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) after a closely contested election. Youssouf has secured his position by achieving the nec…

Feb 15, 2025
Kenyan Court Overrules Father's Tribal Objection, Upholds Woman's Right to Intermarriage
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Kenyan Court Overrules Father's Tribal Objection, Upholds Woman's Right to Intermarriage

A Kenyan court has recently upheld a woman's right to marry outside her tribe, nullifying her father's objections based solely on traditional tribal distinctions. The case revolves around HSM, a 37-year-old mother of…

Feb 15, 2025
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Kenya Power Confirms Delays in Token Purchase
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Kenya Power Confirms Delays in Token Purchase

Kenya Power has confirmed a significant delay in the generation of tokens purchased through its Paybill number, 888880, following widespread complaints from users online. The utility company has attributed the issue t…

Feb 15, 2025
Ruto Leads Kenyan Delegation to AU Summit as Raila Seeks Top Post
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Ruto Leads Kenyan Delegation to AU Summit as Raila Seeks Top Post

Kenyan President William Ruto is currently participating in the 38th African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where key elections for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson are underway. The summit…

Feb 15, 2025
Ruto Slams 'Unfair' Credit Ratings for Africa
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Ruto Slams 'Unfair' Credit Ratings for Africa

In a forceful address at the African Union's 38th Ordinary Assembly, President William Ruto criticized global credit rating agencies for what he characterizes as systemic bias against African economies. Speaking durin…

Feb 14, 2025
Gachagua Endorses Rival Odinga for African Union Commission Chair
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Gachagua Endorses Rival Odinga for African Union Commission Chair

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly endorsed opposition leader Raila Odinga for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. This endorsement comes just hours before the scheduled elec…

Feb 14, 2025
Romance Meets Reality: Kenyans Adapt Valentine's Plans to Economic Times
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Romance Meets Reality: Kenyans Adapt Valentine's Plans to Economic Times

As Valentine’s Day approaches, many Kenyans are navigating the challenges posed by rising food inflation, which has significantly impacted the cost of traditional romantic gifts and dining experiences. The surge in pr…

Feb 14, 2025
Foreign Suspects Nabbed in Mombasa's Selling Three-Day PhDs
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Foreign Suspects Nabbed in Mombasa's Selling Three-Day PhDs

Kenyan authorities have arrested four individuals, two of whom are foreign nationals, allegedly involved in a fraudulent university operation in Mombasa. The suspects are accused of managing an unaccredited institutio…

Feb 14, 2025
Leaders Propose Uhuru Gardens as National Heroes' Cemetery
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Leaders Propose Uhuru Gardens as National Heroes' Cemetery

A coalition of prominent leaders, including politicians, veteran sports figures, and national icons, has formally urged the government to establish a dedicated section at the Uhuru Gardens National Monument & Museum t…

Feb 14, 2025
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Major Projects Race to Completion as Homa Bay Prepares for Mashujaa Day
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Major Projects Race to Completion as Homa Bay Prepares for Mashujaa Day

As anticipation builds for the 62nd Mashujaa Day celebrations in Homa Bay County on October 20, the Kenya Kwanza administration is accelerating key development initiatives in Luo Nyanza. In preparation for this nation…

Feb 13, 2025
70% of Working Kenyans Financially Dissatisfied, Report Shows
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70% of Working Kenyans Financially Dissatisfied, Report Shows

A recent report from Old Mutual reveals a troubling trend in the financial satisfaction of working Kenyans, with 70% of respondents expressing dissatisfaction with their current financial conditions. The study highlig…

Feb 13, 2025
Missing Baby at Nakuru Hospital Raises Swap Concerns
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Missing Baby at Nakuru Hospital Raises Swap Concerns

The disappearance of seven-month-old Mercy Chepng’eno's body from the Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital has provoked significant outrage and allegations of negligence among her grieving family. Mercy's parents, bo…

Feb 13, 2025
Raila Ends AUC Campaign Trail, Lands in Ethiopian Capital
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Raila Ends AUC Campaign Trail, Lands in Ethiopian Capital

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has concluded his campaign for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC), arriving in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, ahead of the crucial election scheduled for Saturday…

Feb 13, 2025
Junet Announces Azimio's Withdrawal from House Business Committee
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Junet Announces Azimio's Withdrawal from House Business Committee

Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula has declared the Kenya Kwanza coalition as the majority party, claiming 165 members, in contrast to the 154 members of the Azimio coalition. This declaration reinforce…

Feb 12, 2025
How Border Communities Will Benefit from Ruto's ID Vetting Changes
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How Border Communities Will Benefit from Ruto's ID Vetting Changes

On February 5, 2025, President William Ruto signed a Presidential Proclamation in Wajir town, aimed at reforming the national identity card (ID) issuance process for Kenyans, particularly those living in border areas…

Feb 12, 2025
Odinga, Yousouff, Randriamandrato Contest African Union's Top Position
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Odinga, Yousouff, Randriamandrato Contest African Union's Top Position

African heads of state are set to gather in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on February 14 and 15, for a critical summit aimed at electing a new Chairperson for the African Union Commission (AUC). This meeting seeks to identif…

Feb 12, 2025
Kenya Approves Water Buffalo for Meat and Dairy Production Under New Classification
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Kenya Approves Water Buffalo for Meat and Dairy Production Under New Classification

The Kenyan government has officially classified the water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) as a food animal under the Meat Control Act, as detailed in Gazette Notice No. 977 issued on January 31, 2025. The announcement, made…

Feb 12, 2025
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