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The notorious Haitian gang leader Jimmy Cherizier, also known as Barbecue, is publicly accusing Kenyan officers in Haiti of being ruthless. In a recent TikTok video, Cherizier accuses Kenyan officers and the Haitian National Police of ruthlessly attacking his base with gunfire and tear gas. The…
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The Orange Democratic Party (ODM) is facing a leadership transition as Raila Odinga, who has led the party for over 20 years, prepares to step down. Odinga's departure after more than two decades at the helm creates a substantial void, prompting various prominent party figures to position…
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The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) on Tuesday welcomed several defectors from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), primarily from Marsabit County's Burji community. This strategic move, announced during a meeting at UDA headquarters in Nairobi with Interim Secretary General Hassan Omar,…
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Nine students from Miathene Boys High School in Meru County were on Tuesday detained after a fire destroyed a dormitory at the school on the evening of July 16, 2024. A series of fires in educational institutions has resulted in significant property damage, financial losses, and tragically, loss of…
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The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Kenya has been plunged into chaos as airport staff have initiated a strike protesting the government's controversial plans to lease the facility to Adani Enterprises, an Indian company. The strike, which commenced at midnight, has resulted in…
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The Central Management Committee, The top decision-making body of ODM, will on Wednesday select an interim party leader to take Raila Odinga's place. This meeting comes as Odinga readies to step down from his 18-year tenure as party leader to focus on his campaign for the chairmanship of the…
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The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a weather advisory for the week of September 10 to September 16, alerting citizens to prepare for extreme weather conditions. According to Director David Gikungu, the country will experience significant temperature fluctuations, with extremely cold…
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The United States and Kenya are intensifying efforts to conclude a long-delayed free trade agreement as the eighth round of negotiations under the Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP) approaches. This push comes as Kenyan President William Ruto prepares for his visit to the United…
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Former Bomachoge Chache Member of Parliament Simon Ogari has passed away at the age of 68. Ogari died on Tuesday morning at his residence in Karen, Nairobi, following a prolonged illness. Ogari's political career began in earnest with his election as Bomachoge MP in a 2009 by-election, where he…
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The Mount Kenya unity campaign spearheaded by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has ignited significant political tension, drawing sharp criticism from several Members of Parliament (MPs). This initiative, aimed at consolidating political support within the region, has met with scepticism and…