November 07
Africa: Earthshot Prize 2024 - And The Winners Are...
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Ghana and Kenyan innovators were among the five winners of the Earthshot Prize for their innovative solutions to help repair our planet. Read more »
Kenya: Mutunga Declines Invitation to 2027 State House Race, Roots for a Millenial President
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Former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga has denied interest in the country's presidency saying he doesn't have the energy for the office. Read more »
Kenya: Caucus Calls for Resumption of Overseas Treatment Funding Under SHIF
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The Caucus of Patient-Led Organizations of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) has urged the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) to restore overseas treatment funding for patients… Read more »
Kenya: KRA Surpasses Revenue Targets in Oct for First Time Since 2021
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The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) exceeded its monthly revenue targets in October, marking the first time since December 2021. Read more »
Kenya: Eastleigh Murder - Police Investigating How Suspect Obtained Kenyan Citizenship
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The Director of Criminal Investigation has launched investigations on how the prime suspect involved in the gruesome murders of three women abducted from Eastleigh, Hashim Dagane… Read more »
Kenya: Athletes Urged Not to Fall Prey to Misinformation About Athletics Kenya
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Athletics Kenya (AK) director of youth development Barnaba Korir has bemoaned the increasing mistrust certain athletes have towards the federation. Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Proud of Success in Combating Terrorism, Banditry As Interior CS
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, formerly Interior Cabinet Secretary, on Thursday, reflected on his tenure's achievements in the fight against terrorism and banditry, particularly… Read more »
Kenya: Whitman Says She Serves At President's Request and Will Continue Her Duties
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The United States Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has addressed growing calls from a section of Kenyans urging the incoming administration to recall her back to Washington over… Read more »
Kenya: Parties in South Sudan Peace Process to Resume Talks in Nairobi
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Parties involved in South Sudan's peace process have agreed to resume mediation in Nairobi to address outstanding issues. Read more »
Kenya: Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre At Kenyatta University Wins Tourism Resilience Award in London
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The Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre - Eastern Africa (GTRCMC-EA), based at Kenyatta University, has been honoured with the prestigious Tourism Resilience… Read more »
Kenya: CS Duale Unveils Sh620mn Project to Restore Mt Elgon Forest
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Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale today unveiled a Sh620 million project to restore the Mt. Elgon Forest ecosystem in Bungoma and Trans-Nzoia… Read more »
Kenya: First Ladies Endorse Fossil Fuels Non-Proliferation Treaty, Champion for Renewable Energy Transition
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The County First Ladies Association (CFA) has endorsed the Fossil Fuels Non-proliferation treaty in supporting an urgent need for action towards an equitable transition from fossil… Read more »
Kenya: IG Kanja Denies Police Involved in Abductions
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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has denied assertions that the National Police Service (NPS) is involved in increased kidnapping and abduction cases witnessed since June… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Dismisses Petition Contesting Lifting of GMO Ban
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The High Court has dismissed petitions challenging the lifting of the ban on genetically modified (GMO) foods in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Kampala-Bound Bus Catches Fire in Naivasha, No Injuries
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A Kampala-bound bus operated by Simba Coach Company caught fire and burst into flames at Morendat, between Naivasha and the Gilgil Toll Station. Read more »
Kenya: EU Ambassador Denounces Fake Travel Ban Reports After Kenyan Deputy President's Impeachment
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EU ambassador denounces fake travel ban reports after Kenyan deputy president's impeachment Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Communications Authority Under Fire Over Lack of Consumer Protections for Data Expiries, Internet Disruptions
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The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is in the spotlight over insufficient measures to protect consumers from data bundle expirations and frequent internet disruptions by… Read more »
Kenya: Moi University Set to Resume Learning Monday After Closure Over Student Unrest
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Moi University is set to resume learning on Monday, following a one-month closure due to student unrest. Read more »
Kenya: M-Kopa Assembles 1.5mn Smartphones in Kenya, Targets 10mn By 2027
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M-Kopa has announced that it has assembled over 1.5 million smartphones at its Nairobi-based facility, East Africa Device Assembly Kenya (EADAK). Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan News Outlet Did Not Claim National Assembly Speaker Couldn't Be Minister Because of Travel Restrictions
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Kenyan news outlet did not claim national assembly speaker couldn't be minister because of travel restrictions Read more »
November 06
Kenya: Kenyan Security Forces Accused of Abduction, Deaths of Protesters
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Human Rights Watch on Tuesday accused Kenyan security forces of abducting, torturing and killing people believed to be leaders of anti-government protests that took place between… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Congratulates Trump On Election Victory, Pledges Enhanced Kenya-U.S. Relations
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President William Ruto has congratulated Donald Trump following his victory in the U.S. presidential election, in which he defeated Democratic contender Kamala Harris. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Hints At Political Comeback, Cites Trump's Resilience
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has drawn inspiration from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's victory, remarking that "a never-say-die attitude will always TRUMP… Read more »
Kenya: Ready, Set, Go for FKF County Polls On Saturday
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The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Electoral Board says they are all ready for the county elections this Saturday in 44 polling stations countrywide. Read more »
Kenya: No, Influential Kenyan Evangelist Teresia Wairimu Was Not Removed From State House Prayer Group for Criticising Ruling Party
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No, influential Kenyan evangelist Teresia Wairimu was not removed from State House prayer group for criticising ruling party Read more »
