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A proposal to introduce chemical castration for individuals convicted of sexual offences, particularly those involving children and persons with disabilities, has raised concerns in Kenya.
The recommendation, made by the Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence, seeks to amend the…
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President William Ruto has announced a tax relief plan for low and middle-income earners, proposing reductions to personal income tax rates that would significantly benefit workers earning up to Ksh50,000 a month.
In a statement made at State House, Nairobi, during a meeting with United Democratic…
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Marjan Hussein Marjan has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) following a mutual agreement with the Commission's leadership.
The decision, announced on Tuesday, marks the end of his more than ten-year tenure at the electoral body.…
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The Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party has undergone a major leadership reshuffle, with key appointments made to strengthen its political strategy ahead of future national engagements.
The restructuring was approved during a joint meeting of the Azimio Council and the National Executive…
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The High Court has dismissed an application by 21 former advisers to President William Ruto seeking temporary reinstatement of their positions, ruling that the matter was already settled and barred by the principle of res judicata.
The advisers had asked for a six‑month stay to manage what they…
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The cost of basic food items in Kenya has sharply risen, placing increasing pressure on household budgets, according to the latest Economic Survey by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
The report, covering the period from 2020 to 2024, reveals significant price hikes in key…
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Millions of pages of documents related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, have linked Kenya and Tanzania to Epstein’s alleged network, raising concerns over the extent of his activities in East Africa.
The newly disclosed files, published by…
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An 18-year-old student at Njoro Girls Senior School, Brenda Akinyi, died last Saturday after reportedly being denied timely medical attention for an illness, prompting accusations of negligence against the school administration.
Akinyi was admitted to Nakuru Teaching and Referral Hospital with a…
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Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sheriff Nassir has called on the national government to guarantee the safety of opposition leaders and protect their constitutional rights should they organise demonstrations.
Speaking in Mombasa on Tuesday, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) deputy leader condemned…
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The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has issued a warning against the use of banknotes for decorative purposes, stating that such practices are damaging to currency and may lead to legal consequences.
In a notice dated 2 February 2026, the CBK expressed concern over the growing trend of using Kenya…
