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Majority of Kenyans Express Concern Over Nation's Direction, Tifa Poll Reveals
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Majority of Kenyans Express Concern Over Nation's Direction, Tifa Poll Reveals

A recent poll conducted by Tifa has indicated that 76 percent of Kenyans believe the country is moving in the wrong direction. This significant sentiment reflects widespread dissatisfaction among the populace regardin…

Sep 10, 2026
Gold Rush Revitalizes Homa Bay Village in Kenya
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Gold Rush Revitalizes Homa Bay Village in Kenya

A gold rush is transforming a previously quiet village in Homa Bay County, Kenya, into a bustling hub of economic activity. This sudden influx of gold mining has attracted attention both locally and internationally, a…

Sep 10, 2026
Ruto, Wetang’ula Mourn Four Chwele Traders Killed in Road Accident
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Ruto, Wetang’ula Mourn Four Chwele Traders Killed in Road Accident

Four traders from Chwele Market in Bungoma County have died in a road accident at Mai Mahiu, while five others were injured and are receiving treatment in different hospitals.The traders were travelling to Karatina to…

Sep 10, 2026
Daughter of Murder Victim Seeks Funds for Extradition Witness in Agnes Wanjiru Case
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Daughter of Murder Victim Seeks Funds for Extradition Witness in Agnes Wanjiru Case

The ongoing murder case of Agnes Wanjiru, a high-profile incident that has drawn significant attention, has taken a new turn as her daughter seeks to raise Sh1 million to facilitate her presence as a witness in the ex…

Sep 10, 2026
Senate Throws Out NTSA Regulations for Lack of Public Participation
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Senate Throws Out NTSA Regulations for Lack of Public Participation

The Kenyan Senate has taken decisive action against the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) by rejecting three newly issued regulations due to insufficient public participation. This decision, made public o…

Sep 10, 2026
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32-Year-Old Woman Found Dead in Lavington Apartment Weeks After Last Being Seen
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32-Year-Old Woman Found Dead in Lavington Apartment Weeks After Last Being Seen

The body of 32-year-old Mercy Maina Wachinga was found in her apartment at Forhome Apartments in Nairobi’s Lavington neighbourhood on 3 September, nearly a month after she was last seen.Police forced entry into the ap…

Sep 10, 2026
Suleiman Shahbal Vows to Contest Mombasa Governor Seat With or Without ODM
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Suleiman Shahbal Vows to Contest Mombasa Governor Seat With or Without ODM

Suleiman Shahbal has said he will contest the Mombasa governorship in 2027, regardless of whether he receives backing from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) or any other established party.The businessman and Member…

Sep 10, 2026
Ruto Targets 1 Million Votes in Kericho as He Announces Roads, Housing and Hospitals
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Ruto Targets 1 Million Votes in Kericho as He Announces Roads, Housing and Hospitals

Ruto urges South Rift residents to register as voters as he unveils Kericho development plansPresident William Ruto has urged residents of Kericho and Bomet to obtain national identity cards and register as voters, as…

Sep 10, 2026
Oburu Oginga Flies to UK for Medical Check-Up After Hospitalisation
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Oburu Oginga Flies to UK for Medical Check-Up After Hospitalisation

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has travelled to the United Kingdom for a scheduled medical review, days after he was briefly admitted to Nairobi Hospital.Party insiders said the…

Sep 10, 2026
Nairobi, Kisumu Residents Face Water Disruptions as Emergency Repairs Begin
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Nairobi, Kisumu Residents Face Water Disruptions as Emergency Repairs Begin

Nairobi, Kisumu residents face water disruptions as repair works beginResidents in large parts of Nairobi and sections of Kisumu will face temporary water disruptions as utilities carry out emergency repairs and infra…

Sep 10, 2026
Nurses strike in Kenya leaves 522 dead after 43 days of turmoil
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Nurses strike in Kenya leaves 522 dead after 43 days of turmoil

Kenya's public health system has been left in disarray following a 43-day strike by nurses, resulting in a staggering 522 deaths. The strike, which began due to unresolved grievances, has led to immense pain, sufferin…

Sep 9, 2026
Kalonzo, Sifuna and Gachagua Lead Opposition Push Ahead of 2027
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Kalonzo, Sifuna and Gachagua Lead Opposition Push Ahead of 2027

Opposition leaders are stepping up political mobilisation across Kenya this weekend as they position themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is expected to lead rallies in Gari…

Sep 9, 2026
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JKIA Introduces New Baggage Rules for Passengers Travelling to Nairobi
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JKIA Introduces New Baggage Rules for Passengers Travelling to Nairobi

Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has introduced new baggage rules at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), prohibiting passengers travelling to Nairobi from attaching their luggage to that of other travellers.Unde…

Sep 9, 2026
DCI Sounds Alarm Over TikTok Network Luring Kenyans Into Crime
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DCI Sounds Alarm Over TikTok Network Luring Kenyans Into Crime

Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has warned the public about a criminal network accused of using TikTok to lure victims into violent attacks.Three suspects were arrested in Ruai, Nairobi County, af…

Sep 9, 2026
Kenya Nurses End 41-Day Strike After KSh13,000 Allowance Deal
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Kenya Nurses End 41-Day Strike After KSh13,000 Allowance Deal

Kenya’s nurses have ended a 41-day nationwide strike after reaching an agreement with the Council of Governors (CoG) on allowances, with union officials directing nurses to return to work immediately.The Kenya Nationa…

Sep 9, 2026
Ruto Secures Major Investment for 15 New Hospitals in Kenya
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Ruto Secures Major Investment for 15 New Hospitals in Kenya

In a significant development for the healthcare sector in Kenya, President William Ruto has unveiled a deal with Italy to construct 15 new hospitals across the country. This announcement marks a substantial investment…

Sep 9, 2026
44% of Kenyans Say Unemployment and Poverty Are the Country’s Biggest Problems
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44% of Kenyans Say Unemployment and Poverty Are the Country’s Biggest Problems

Unemployment and poverty have emerged as Kenyans’ leading national concerns, with 44 per cent of respondents in a new TIFA survey identifying them as the country’s biggest challenges.The survey, conducted by Trends an…

Sep 9, 2026
NSSF Explains How Kenyans Permanently Moving Abroad Can Access Their Savings
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NSSF Explains How Kenyans Permanently Moving Abroad Can Access Their Savings

Kenyans permanently relocating outside the East African Community (EAC) can access their NSSF savings through the Emigration Benefit, provided they meet the Fund’s eligibility requirements.The National Social Security…

Sep 9, 2026
High-Profile Corruption Case: Ex-PS Peter Kaberia Arrested in Sh330 Million Scandal
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High-Profile Corruption Case: Ex-PS Peter Kaberia Arrested in Sh330 Million Scandal

In a significant development in Kenya's ongoing battle against corruption, former Principal Secretary Peter Kaberia has been arrested along with five others in connection with the alleged misappropriation of Sh330 mil…

Sep 9, 2026
KWS Warns Kenyans After AI-Generated Image Shows Zebra Doing Manual Work
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KWS Warns Kenyans After AI-Generated Image Shows Zebra Doing Manual Work

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has confirmed that an image showing a zebra carrying water alongside donkeys is AI-generated, warning that wild animals must not be captured, tamed or used for domestic labour.In a sta…

Sep 8, 2026