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KAA Clarifies Passenger Phone Recovery Process After Viral JKIA Video
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KAA Clarifies Passenger Phone Recovery Process After Viral JKIA Video

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has clarified that its staff were not involved in a viral incident involving a passenger seeking to recover a mobile phone left onboard an aircraft at Jomo Kenyatta International Air…

Sep 15, 2026
Lamu Businessman Abducted by Armed Men in Front of Family
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Lamu Businessman Abducted by Armed Men in Front of Family

A businessman in Lamu, Kenya, was kidnapped by armed men in a shocking incident that unfolded in front of his wife and children. The event occurred during the night, leaving the family traumatized and the local commun…

Sep 15, 2026
Tragedy Strikes as Man Drowns in Sewage Trench along Haile Selassie Avenue in Nairobi
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Tragedy Strikes as Man Drowns in Sewage Trench along Haile Selassie Avenue in Nairobi

A tragic incident occurred along Haile Selassie Avenue in Nairobi, Kenya, where a man drowned in a sewage trench. The shocking event has drawn attention to ongoing concerns regarding public safety and infrastructure i…

Sep 15, 2026
Uhuru Kenyatta to Hand Over Jubilee Leadership After Court Ruling
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Uhuru Kenyatta to Hand Over Jubilee Leadership After Court Ruling

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has accepted a High Court ruling barring retired heads of state from holding political party leadership positions more than six months after leaving office.Uhuru said he respected the d…

Sep 15, 2026
Former Dhabiti Sacco CEO Titus Miriti Munjuri Charged Over Alleged Sh20.7mn Theft
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Former Dhabiti Sacco CEO Titus Miriti Munjuri Charged Over Alleged Sh20.7mn Theft

In a significant legal development in Kenya, Titus Miriti Munjuri, the former CEO of Dhabiti Sacco, has been formally charged in Maua Court located in Meru County. The charges involve the alleged theft of 20.7 million…

Sep 14, 2026
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Odinga's Family Plans Activities to Commemorate First Anniversary
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Odinga's Family Plans Activities to Commemorate First Anniversary

A committee led by Professor Adams Oloo has been appointed to oversee the activities marking the first anniversary of the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The commemorations are set to take place in Nairob…

Sep 14, 2026
Massive Support for Linda Mwananchi at Nairobi Rally as Convoy Winds Through City
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Massive Support for Linda Mwananchi at Nairobi Rally as Convoy Winds Through City

Supporters of Linda Mwananchi gathered in large numbers at Jacaranda Grounds in Nairobi, Kenya, as a political convoy made its way through Jogoo Road. The rally marked a significant moment for the movement, showcasing…

Sep 14, 2026
Kenyans Seeking Jobs Abroad Warned as NEA Investigates 390 Fraud Cases
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Kenyans Seeking Jobs Abroad Warned as NEA Investigates 390 Fraud Cases

The National Employment Authority (NEA) has urged Kenyans seeking jobs abroad to verify recruitment agencies before making any payments, amid investigations into hundreds of alleged fraud cases.NEA said job seekers sh…

Sep 14, 2026
Kenyan Entrepreneur Secures Major Maize Deal in Zambia Worth Sh26 Billion
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Kenyan Entrepreneur Secures Major Maize Deal in Zambia Worth Sh26 Billion

Henry Mwingirwa, a Kenyan entrepreneur, has emerged as a pivotal figure in a significant maize deal in Zambia valued at Sh26 billion. This transaction is expected to have substantial implications for both the Zambian…

Sep 14, 2026
IEBC Announces 2027 Election Date, Sets Deadlines for Candidates and Parties
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IEBC Announces 2027 Election Date, Sets Deadlines for Candidates and Parties

Kenya will hold its next General Election on 10 August 2027, with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) setting out deadlines for parties, candidates and public officers ahead of the vote.The date…

Sep 14, 2026
EPRA Keeps Fuel Prices Unchanged Until October 15
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EPRA Keeps Fuel Prices Unchanged Until October 15

Fuel prices in Kenya will remain unchanged until 15 October, according to the latest review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).In Nairobi, the maximum retail price is Sh214.03 per litre for Super…

Sep 14, 2026
Ruto Criticizes Linda Mwananchi Movement's Housing Proposal
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Ruto Criticizes Linda Mwananchi Movement's Housing Proposal

In a recent political clash in Nairobi, Kenya's President William Ruto has openly criticized the Linda Mwananchi movement's suggestion to allocate housing units under the Affordable Housing Programme to police officer…

Sep 14, 2026
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US Agency Cracks Down on Stolen Medicines in Kenya, 2 Arrested
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US Agency Cracks Down on Stolen Medicines in Kenya, 2 Arrested

Kenyan authorities have arrested two people and closed several pharmacies after a crackdown uncovered stolen, expired and unregistered medicines at 18 premises across the country.The operation was conducted on 14 Sept…

Sep 14, 2026
Violence Erupts at UDA Event, Leaving One Dead and Vehicles Torched in Embu
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Violence Erupts at UDA Event, Leaving One Dead and Vehicles Torched in Embu

Violence erupted during a political event organized by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in Embu, Kenya, resulting in the death of one individual and the destruction of several vehicles. The incident marks a troubl…

Sep 14, 2026
Court Ruling Declares Community Groups Registration Act Unconstitutional
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Court Ruling Declares Community Groups Registration Act Unconstitutional

A significant legal ruling was made in Nairobi, Kenya, as a court declared the Community Groups Registration Act unconstitutional. This landmark decision has major implications for community organizations operating wi…

Sep 13, 2026
Family Seeks Financial Support to Honour Mercy Maina's Final Wish
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Family Seeks Financial Support to Honour Mercy Maina's Final Wish

The family of Mercy Maina Wachinga, 32, has appealed for financial assistance to fulfil her final wishes following her death at her Lavington apartment earlier this month.Mercy’s mother, Grace Nyambura Nderitu, said h…

Sep 13, 2026
Pirates Release Mombasa-Bound Fertilizer Cargo Ship After Ransom Payment
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Pirates Release Mombasa-Bound Fertilizer Cargo Ship After Ransom Payment

Pirates have released a cargo ship bound for Mombasa after a ransom of Sh219.3 million was paid. The incident highlights the ongoing piracy threat in the region and its implications for trade and security.The cargo sh…

Sep 13, 2026
Huduma Kenya Explains ID Registration Rules for Those Without Birth Certificates
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Huduma Kenya Explains ID Registration Rules for Those Without Birth Certificates

Huduma Kenya has directed Kenyans to obtain a birth certificate before applying for a national identity card, ending the use of alternative documents for initial ID registration.The agency issued the clarification in…

Sep 13, 2026
UDA and ODM Clash Over Constituency Zoning Ahead of 2027 Polls
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UDA and ODM Clash Over Constituency Zoning Ahead of 2027 Polls

The alliance between President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), led by Oburu Oginga, is facing growing tensions over how the parties will divide electoral const…

Sep 13, 2026
Kagwe Implements Yellow Tagging for Livestock to Combat Theft
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Kagwe Implements Yellow Tagging for Livestock to Combat Theft

The Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture in Kenya has announced a new initiative mandating that every cow, sheep, and goat in the country will be fitted with yellow ear tags. This decision is aimed at curbing the rampant…

Sep 13, 2026