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A search and rescue operation commenced Sunday morning in Nairobi's Kahawa West area following the collapse of a seven-storey building. The incident, which occurred around 9:00 AM, has deeply affected the local community. While police are uncertain about potential casualties, they are conducting a…
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The East African Community (EAC) is considering a proposal that could significantly reduce phone call costs for Kenyans travelling within neighbouring EAC countries. The EAC Technical Committee on Communications has proposed capping data roaming charges at 65 cents per megabyte, which would result…
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The Office of the Deputy President in Kenya has been thrust into turmoil following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua. In a sweeping move, 108 senior staff members have been directed to take compulsory leave with immediate effect. This directive, issued by Principal Administrative Secretary…
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The High Court of Kenya has intervened in the ongoing political upheaval surrounding Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Justice Chacha Mwita today issued temporary orders halting the replacement of Gachagua until October 24, when the matter will be further deliberated by a bench to be appointed by…
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The inquest into the death of Tecra Mungai, heiress to the Keroche Breweries empire, has concluded with a recommendation that Omar Lali face criminal charges for her murder. Senior Principal Magistrate Zainab Abdul, who led the inquest, has advised Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Ingonga to…
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President William Ruto has put forward Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as his nominee for Deputy President following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua on October 17. This nomination, now awaiting National Assembly approval, positions Prof. Kindiki on the cusp of becoming Kenya's second…
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Former Tharaka Nithi Woman Representative Beatrice Nkatha has passed away at St Theresa's Mission Hospital Kiirua in Meru County, as confirmed by the hospital's Chief Executive Officer Sister Agnes Nkatha. Nkatha, who represented Tharaka Nithi County for two terms from 2013 to 2022, had reportedly…
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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been officially removed from office after a majority of the senators voted to impeach him. The Kenyan Senate's decision to remove Gachagua from office marks a historic first for the nation, as no deputy president has ever faced such a fate through the…
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Ellyanne Wanjiku Chlystun,14, has earned herself the title of Africa's youngest climate finance and health champion. Her journey began at the age of four, inspired by the legacy of Nobel laureate Prof. Wangari Maathai. Ellyanne's initial efforts to plant a single seed in her backyard have blossomed…
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Two Kenyan enterprises have secured positions as finalists in the prestigious 2024 Earthshot Prize competition. Keep IT Cool (KIC) and d.light are among 15 global innovators vying for a £1 million award (approximately Sh 168 million). The Earthshot Prize, initiated by Prince William and the Royal…