January 29
Kenya: Viral Image of Kenya's Former Health Minister Susan Nakhumicha Seemingly Pregnant Is Fake
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Viral image of Kenya's former health minister Susan Nakhumicha seemingly pregnant is fake Read more »
Kenya: Hundreds of Govt Workers Locked Out for Lateness During CS Ruku's Surprise Visit to Kisumu
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Hundreds of government employees were locked out of their workstations on Wednesday morning after reporting late, as Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special… Read more »
Kenya: Ai Detects Sha Fraud After Member Registered With 381 Children
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Artificial intelligence (AI) has helped the Social Health Authority (SHA) uncover fresh cases of suspected fraud in Kwale County, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has revealed,… Read more »
Africa: U.S., AU Launch Strategic Investment Group to Boost Trade and Infrastructure
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The United States and the African Union (AU) have launched a Strategic Infrastructure and Investment Working Group (SIWG) aimed at accelerating US-Africa economic partnerships. Read more »
Kenya: Report Flags Mombasa As Key Heroin Entry Point
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A new report has flagged Mombasa as the main entry point for heroin into Kenya, highlighting the coastal city's central role in the distribution of the illicit drug. Read more »
Kenya: Ignore Fake News Graphics Claiming Kenyan Politician Babu Owino Is Shifting His Governor Ambitions From Nairobi to Kisumu
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Ignore fake news graphics claiming Kenyan politician Babu Owino is shifting his governor ambitions from Nairobi to Kisumu Read more »
Kenya: Two Rivers Sez to Build Second 22-Storey Office Tower
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Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Centre (TRIFIC) has revealed plans to build a 22-storey Grade A office tower, signalling strong demand for its rental space. Read more »
Kenya: Treasury - Kenya to Resume IMF Funding Talks in February
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The National Treasury has said that the government will resume negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on a fresh funding arrangement in February 2026, marking a… Read more »
Kenya: Over 20,000 Students in Alego Usonga and Nyando Benefit From Pilot Feeding and Mentorship Programme
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More than 20,000 students from 47 public mixed-day secondary schools in Alego Usonga and Nyando sub-counties are benefiting from a pilot feeding and mentorship programme aimed at… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Issues Ultimatum to Underperforming Kisip Contractors
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The Nairobi County Government has issued a stern warning to contractors implementing key infrastructure projects under the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP)… Read more »
Kenya: Uhuru Kenyatta Denies Calling Gachagua for Mt. Kenya Unity Meeting
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The Office of the 4th President of the Republic of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta, has issued a strong warning over what it describes as the deliberate circulation of false and misleading… Read more »
Kenya: Faith Mwaura Ditches Moses Kuria's CCK for Uda, Declares 2027 Roysambu MP Bid
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Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria's running mate in the 2022 Kiambu gubernatorial race, Faith Mwaura, has defected to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and declared… Read more »
Kenya: United Opposition Challenges IEBC Credibility in Meeting With Ethekon-Led Team
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to move beyond rhetoric safeguard the integrity of the 2027… Read more »
Kenya: Bitok Unveils Portal for Grade 10 Hitches Amid Rebuke By MPs
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Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok announced an online platform for reporting corruption or malpractice in the placement of Grade 10 learners into senior secondary… Read more »
Kenya: Swamibapa, Kanbis Renew Rivalry in Top of the Bill Match At Jaffery's
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The Nairobi County Cricket Association (NCCA) T20 League is heating up, and Week Three this weekend promises to be an intense one. Read more »
Kenya: Sports PS - Countdown to Magical Kenya Open 2026 Officially On
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Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi has declared that the journey to the Magical Kenya Open 2026 is officially on, after presiding over the award ceremony of the Grand Finale… Read more »
Kenya: Moja Expressway - No Casualties After Vehicle Fire Near Southern Bypass
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The firm said passengers were safely evacuated and the fire extinguished. Read more »
Kenya: Afa to Reopen Macadamia Harvest As Crop Maturity Improves
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The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) will reopen the harvesting and trading window for domestically produced macadamia nuts from February 1, 2026, after crop maturity improved… Read more »
Kenya: Ketraco to Energize 132kv Sondu-Homa Bay Transmission Line Thursday
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The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) will Thursday energize the 132kV Sondu-Homa Bay Transmission Line, marking the completion of a key power infrastructure project… Read more »
Kenya: Finland's Happiness Formula - Trust, Equality, and Work-Life Balance
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For the eighth consecutive year, Finland has been ranked the happiest country in the world--a feat that continues to puzzle nations blessed with sunshine, youthful populations, and… Read more »
Senegal: CAF Imposes Suspension and Fines to Senegal, Morocco for Afcon 2025 Final Misconduct
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Both champions Senegal and Morocco Football Federations, have been slapped with hefty fines and some players suspended following the chaos that erupted in the 2025 Africa Cup of… Read more »
January 28
Kenya: Transport Lobby Warns of Nationwide Road Shutdown
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Transport operators have issued a warning of a nationwide road shutdown starting Monday, threatening massive disruption across major towns and highways as they protest what they… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Not Liable to Compensate 1998 Bomb Blast Victims, High Court Rules
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The government will not compensate victims of the 1998 Nairobi bomb blast after the High Court dismissed a petition seeking damages, dealing a blow to a case that had been filed… Read more »
Kenya: 'We Will Not Defy Court Orders,' Ruto Says At Swearing-in of Appeal Court Judges
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President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to upholding the rule of law, pledging that no court ruling will be disregarded under any circumstances. Read more »
Kenya: Supreme Court to Rule Friday On Gachagua Impeachment Case
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The Supreme Court is set to deliver its ruling on Friday in the impeachment case involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, a decision expected to have significant legal… Read more »
