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Raila Allies Downplay Ruto-Mudavadi Political Pact

Leaders allied to ODM leader Raila Odinga’s ‘Azimio La Umoja’ movement have dismissed the partnership between Deputy President William Ruto and ANC leader Musalia Mudavadi. Led by Central Organization of Trade Unions…

Jan 24, 2022

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Starehe MP Charles 'Jaguar' Decamps to Ruto’s UDA Party

Starehe MP Charles Kanyi Njagua, alias Jaguar, has ditched the ruling Jubilee Party ahead of the August 9th elections. Jaguar, a musician-turned-politician, officially decamped to Deputy President William Ruto’s Unite…

Jan 24, 2022

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MP Benjamin Washiali Announces Exit from Politics to Pave Way for New Leadership

Mumias East MP Benjamin Washiali has announced he will not defend his seat or vie for any other political position in the forthcoming elections. Washiali, who has represented Mumias East in parliament since 2007, says…

Jan 23, 2022

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Kalonzo, Gideon Moi Walk Out of Mudavadi’s Meeting as Ruto Arrives

There was drama at Bomas of Kenya on Sunday after One Kenya Alliance (OKA) principals Kalonzo Musyoka and Gideon Moi walked out of Musalia Mudavadi’s event. Musyoka, Moi, and presidential aspirant Jimi Wanjigi left th…

Jan 23, 2022

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Ruto, Mudavadi Join Forces Ahead of August Elections

Deputy President William Ruto has announced his partnership with ANC leader Musalia Mudavadi ahead of the August 9th elections. Ruto, who spoke during the launch of Mudavadi’s presidential bid at Bomas of Kenya on Sun…

Jan 23, 2022

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Mudavadi Vows Not to Work with Raila, Says He Cannot be Trusted

ANC leader Musalia Mudavadi has ruled out the possibility of working with ODM leader Raila Odinga in the forthcoming elections. Speaking during the launch of his presidential bid at Bomas of Kenya on Sunday, Mudavadi…

Jan 23, 2022

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Teacher Who Used a Pseudo Facebook Account to Publish Fake Death of TSC CEO Arrested

A teacher accused of creating a fake Facebook account for Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has been arrested. Jeremiah Mwavuganga Samuel, who used the pseudo account to post fake news about the death of TSC CEO Nancy…

Jan 23, 2022

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Bank of Uganda Governor Emmanuel Mutebile Dies in Nairobi

Prof. Emmanuel Tumusiime Mutebile, the Governor of the Bank of Uganda, has passed away in Kenya. Mutebile died on Sunday morning while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital, according to an announcement by the ba…

Jan 23, 2022

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Eight Chinese Nationals Fined Sh50,000 Each for Working in Kenya without Permits

A Nairobi court has slapped eight Chinese nationals with a fine of Sh50,000 each for working in Kenya without business permits. The foreigners were arrested in Imara Daima, Nairobi last week in a joint operation condu…

Jan 22, 2022

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Czech Anti-Vaccine Singer Dies After Deliberately Catching Covid-19

A Czech folk singer who refused to get vaccinated against Covid-19 has died after deliberately contracting the virus. 57-year-old Hana Horká, of the folk band Asonance, died last Sunday after intentionally exposing he…

Jan 22, 2022

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Raila Threatens to Quit 2022 Presidential Race

ODM leader Raila Odinga has threatened to drop his presidential bid over low voter registration turnout in his Nyanza backyard. Odinga, who announced his fifth bid for president on December 10th last year, says he ma…

Jan 22, 2022

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Nairobi Court to Rule on Extradition of a Kenyan Fugitive Wanted in the US for Fraud, Money Laundering

A Nairobi court is on Tuesday next week scheduled to rule on the extradition of a fugitive wanted in the United States for various crimes. Abdulrahman Imran Juma, alias Abdul/Rahaman, is facing charges of conspiracy t…

Jan 22, 2022

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Gospel Singer Reuben Kigame Formally Launches His Presidential Bid

Gospel singer Reuben Kigame has officially launched his presidential bid ahead of the August 9th elections. The veteran musician unveiled his State House bid in Luanda, Vihiga County on Saturday. Kigame, who is also a…

Jan 22, 2022

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Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris Loses Her Father

Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris is mourning the death of her father, who passed away on Friday aged 79. Passaris penned a moving tribute to her dad on Facebook, saying “a part of me has died today.” “A pa…

Jan 21, 2022

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Radio Personality Njogu wa Njoroge Joins Ruto’s UDA Party, to Run for Njoro MP Seat

Popular Kameme FM radio presenter Njogu wa Njoroge has joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. Njogu, who is quitting radio to venture into politics, was officially welcomed to the party by Deputy President…

Jan 21, 2022

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Woman Whose Body was Found in a Suitcase with a Message "Bwana ya Mtu ni Sumu”"Identified

The identity of a Kenyan woman whose body was found dumped outside the GSU Recce Company headquarters in Ruiru has been revealed. Detectives investigating the murder identified the lady as 18-year-old Esther Wambui…

Jan 21, 2022

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Two Kids Who Survived Accident That Killed Five Family Members Stranded as Uncle Takes over Home

Two children who survived an accident that killed their parents and three siblings on Christmas Day last year are stranded at the Coast General Hospital in Mombasa despite having been discharged. This comes after one…

Jan 21, 2022

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KNH Surgeons Save Teen with a Knife Lodged in the Eye

Surgeons at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have successfully removed a knife lodged into a teenager’s head through the eye. Abdi Shakur Saidi, a Form Two student from Nairobi’s Kayole estate, was walking home with h…

Jan 20, 2022

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Uhuru Bans Scrap Metal Business to Curb Vandalism of Critical Infrastructure

President Kenyatta has announced a ban on the export, purchase, and sale of scrap metals to curb the rising cases of vandalism on critical infrastructure. Speaking on Thursday during the passing out parade of 300 cade…

Jan 20, 2022

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Kenyan Man Awarded Sh2 Million Compensation for Wrongful Cancer Diagnosis

The court has ordered Mombasa-based clinic Jamu Imaging Centre to pay Sh2 million as compensation to a man who was wrongfully diagnosed with cancer. Malindi Chief Magistrate Julie Oseko ordered the health facility to…

Jan 20, 2022