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Mombasa Catholic Parish Mourns 17 Pilgrims Killed in Salama Crash

The Catholic Archdiocese of Mombasa has confirmed the deaths of 17 pilgrims from St Mathias Mulumba Catholic Parish in Mikindani following a road accident at Salama on Saturday, October 3.The pilgrims were travelling…

Oct 3, 2026▶ Listen

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Uhuru Warns Mt Kenya Against Repeating 2022 Political Mistake

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged voters in Mt Kenya to avoid repeating what he described as a costly political mistake made in the 2022 General Election.Speaking at the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, the f…

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Lamu's Transformation: The Impact of a Sh2 Trillion Oil Refinery Project

The promise of a Sh2 trillion oil refinery project in Lamu is poised to reshape the economic landscape of Kenya's least populous county. This ambitious initiative, which is part of a broader strategy to enhance the na…

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Ruto Announces KSh7.5 Billion Plan to Build 3,000 Houses in Lamu

President William Ruto has announced a KSh7.5 billion investment to build 3,000 additional housing units in Lamu County as preparations for the proposed Dangote refinery gather pace.Speaking during a title-deed issuan…

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17 pilgrims killed in horrific multi-vehicle highway collision in Salama, Kenya

In a tragic incident on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway in Salama, Kenya, 17 pilgrims lost their lives in a horrific multi-vehicle collision. The crash, which has sent shockwaves through the nation, underscores ongoing co…

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El Niño Emergency Simulation Launched in Nairobi

Nairobi City County has embarked on an extensive emergency preparedness exercise named 'Operation Okoa Maisha' as part of efforts to brace for the anticipated El Niño weather phenomenon. Implemented across various age…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen

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Residents of Ol Kalou Take Action Against Alleged Illicit Liquor Sales

Residents of Ol Kalou, a town in Nyandarua County, Kenya, recently took matters into their own hands by raiding a local bar and destroying alcohol on the premises. This incident was prompted by allegations of the esta…

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Duale Explains Why Hospitals Are Shifting from SHA Portal to HMIS

The government has clarified that the integration of hospital health management systems with the Social Health Authority (SHA) is intended to streamline healthcare operations, rather than replace the authority.Health…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen

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Nationwide Lecturers' Strike Disrupts Public University Education in Kenya

A lecturers' strike has significantly disrupted learning across public universities in Kenya, leading to widespread concerns regarding the education system. The strike has affected a vast number of students, halting c…

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Raila's Family Plans First Anniversary Commemorations at Migwena

Migwena Grounds will host commemorations marking the first anniversary of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s death on October 15, with a mausoleum at the site set to be unveiled during the event.Preparations at the…

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Kwale Residents Call for Inclusion in Mrima Hills Mining Deals

Residents of Lungalunga Sub-County in Kwale County are calling for greater involvement in decisions over the proposed development of the mineral-rich Mrima Hills area.Community members and civil society organisations…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen

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Lamu Refinery Project Tests East Africa's Oil Ambitions Amid Political Dynamics

The Lamu refinery project, spearheaded by Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote, is at the forefront of discussions regarding East Africa's oil ambitions. This significant venture is being closely monitored by regional l…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen

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Linda Mwananchi Secures Approval to Reserve Party Name

The Linda Mwananchi Movement has secured approval to reserve its proposed party name after the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal ordered the Registrar of Political Parties to reconsider an earlier rejection.In a let…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen

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Petition Filed Over Govt’s Planned Ksh65 Billion Investment in Dangote Refinery

The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has asked the government to disclose details of Kenya’s proposed investment in the planned Dangote East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu.COFEK has filed a petition before the Publi…

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Ruto: Kenya to Begin Turkana Oil Production Before December

Kenya expects to begin extracting crude oil in Turkana before the end of the year as plans for a major refinery in Lamu move forward, President William Ruto has said.Speaking to journalists at State House in Mombasa o…

Oct 1, 2026▶ Listen

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Kenya's Fuel Traffic Set to Surge Tenfold with New Rwanda Deal

In a significant economic development, a new agreement between Kenya and Rwanda aims to boost fuel traffic through the Northern Corridor by tenfold. This deal is poised to enhance trade and economic cooperation betwee…

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Kenyan Flight Attendants Heroically Assist Stabbed Pilot on Flydubai Flight

Two Kenyan flight attendants provided critical assistance to a stabbed pilot aboard a Flydubai flight after a violent attack in the cockpit. The incident occurred mid-flight, sending the aircraft into a steep descent…

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DCI Arrests Two Over Suspected Counterfeit Juice Operation in Kabete

Two men have been arrested in Kabete after detectives raided a residential property allegedly being used to manufacture and package counterfeit juice.The arrests followed a tip-off from a member of the public, prompti…

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Gachagua Revisits Security Training During US Tour

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua says he used part of his visit to Texas to refresh firearms handling and basic combat skills he acquired during his earlier career in the security sector.Gachagua said the training was inte…

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Ruto Maintains Lead in New Poll as Opposition Support Remains Split

President William Ruto leads the latest presidential preference poll, with opposition support divided among several potential contenders ahead of the 2027 General Election.A survey by Politrack Research Team, conducte…

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