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Kenya's Commitment to Development and Politics

Deputy President Ruto discusses African banks' role in green industrialisation while affirming that every region in Kenya will benefit from development. Speaker Wetang’ula calls for unity by ending divisive politics.

Ruto urges African banks to back green industrialisation

Ruto urges African banks to back green industrialisation

President William Ruto has urged African commercial and development finance banks to dedicate more financial resources towards the continent's green and environmentally friendly industrialisation.

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about 6 hours ago
Every part of Kenya will benefit from development, DP affirms

Every part of Kenya will benefit from development, DP affirms

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the government is determined to roll out development projects and programs in every part of the country, calling out those attempting to divide the country along tribal lines.

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about 6 hours ago
Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

A section of leaders have made a rallying call for national unity, responsible leadership, and an end to divisive and tribal politics, there the urgent need to focus on development and service delivery for all Kenyans.

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about 7 hours ago

Vaccine Access Updates Amid Shortages

The Ministry of Health provides crucial updates regarding vaccine shortages and ensures public access amid ongoing challenges.

Ministry assures public of vaccine access amid shortages

Ministry assures public of vaccine access amid shortages

No child will miss a single dose of any vaccine, the Principal Secretary Medical Services Ouma Oluga has assured.

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about 7 hours ago
Ministry of Health Issues Crucial Update on Vaccine Shortage

Ministry of Health Issues Crucial Update on Vaccine Shortage

The ministry gave an update on the infant vaccines amid the ongoing shortage in the country.

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about 7 hours ago

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Ruto urges African banks to back green industrialisation

Ruto urges African banks to back green industrialisation

President William Ruto has urged African commercial and development finance banks to dedicate more financial resources towards the continent's green and environmentally friendly industrialisation.

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about 6 hours ago
Every part of Kenya will benefit from development, DP affirms

Every part of Kenya will benefit from development, DP affirms

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the government is determined to roll out development projects and programs in every part of the country, calling out those attempting to divide the country along tribal lines.

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about 6 hours ago
Ministry assures public of vaccine access amid shortages

Ministry assures public of vaccine access amid shortages

No child will miss a single dose of any vaccine, the Principal Secretary Medical Services Ouma Oluga has assured.

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about 7 hours ago
Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

Speaker Wetang’ula calls for an end to divisive politics

A section of leaders have made a rallying call for national unity, responsible leadership, and an end to divisive and tribal politics, there the urgent need to focus on development and service delivery for all Kenyans.

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about 7 hours ago
Ministry of Health Issues Crucial Update on Vaccine Shortage

Ministry of Health Issues Crucial Update on Vaccine Shortage

The ministry gave an update on the infant vaccines amid the ongoing shortage in the country.

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about 7 hours ago
Isaac Mwaura Clarifies Ksh36 Billion Govt Spokesperson Budget

Isaac Mwaura Clarifies Ksh36 Billion Govt Spokesperson Budget

A clip circulating online revealing the Ksh36 billion budget recently went viral, prompting Mwaura's response.

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about 8 hours ago
Nairobi Hotels With Strongest Social Media Game Ranked

Nairobi Hotels With Strongest Social Media Game Ranked

The hotels are now competing for the ever-growing social media audience.

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about 9 hours ago
Australia Warns Citizens Visiting Kenya

Australia Warns Citizens Visiting Kenya

Australians were cautioned about the prevalence of violent crimes within Nairobi city and other parts of Kenya.

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about 9 hours ago
Son of Former Minister Dies

Son of Former Minister Dies

He was an accomplished engineer who taught at university.

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about 9 hours ago
Turning Vision into Action: Ruto hosts key meeting on AGII implementation

Turning Vision into Action: Ruto hosts key meeting on AGII implementation

President William Ruto is set to convene a High-Level Consultative Meeting today on the Africa Green Industrialization Initiative (AGII), a transformative Pan-African effort aimed at positioning the continent as a global leader in green manufacturing and climate-smart industrial

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about 15 hours ago
Who delivered, who didn’t? Ruto to reveal public sector scorecard

Who delivered, who didn’t? Ruto to reveal public sector scorecard

President William Ruto will officially release the Report on the Evaluation of the Performance of Ministries, State Corporations, and Tertiary Institutions for the Financial Year 2023/2024 on Wednesday, 11th June 2025, at State House, Nairobi. The report is the result of the Annu

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about 14 hours ago
UDA moves to rein in dissent, two MCAs on chopping block

UDA moves to rein in dissent, two MCAs on chopping block

The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has summoned two nominated Members of County Assembly over allegations of disloyalty and support for a rival political outfit linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Joyce Mwangi (Nairobi County) and Ann Thumbi (Nyeri

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about 10 hours ago
Embu MCAs Address Plot to Impeach Governor Mbarire

Embu MCAs Address Plot to Impeach Governor Mbarire

Governor Mbarire is currently facing increased scrutiny on her office, with rumours rife influential people are out to orchestrate her removal.

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about 10 hours ago
Woman Gets 40 Years for Killing Ex-Lover

Woman Gets 40 Years for Killing Ex-Lover

The woman was accused of killing her former lover over five years ago.

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about 11 hours ago
2 Activists Arrested Over Finance Bill

2 Activists Arrested Over Finance Bill

Their arrest comes barely three days after another activist was arrested over the same bill.

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about 11 hours ago
Biggest Money Market Funds in Kenya as of June 2025

Biggest Money Market Funds in Kenya as of June 2025

MMFs are increasingly becoming a lucrative investment option amongst Kenyans.

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about 13 hours ago
KRA Clarifies New Car Prices For Imported Second-Hand Vehicles

KRA Clarifies New Car Prices For Imported Second-Hand Vehicles

The clarification follows the new Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) for imported second-hand vehicles effective July 1.

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about 13 hours ago
President Ruto to host Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative talks

President Ruto to host Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative talks

The Friday meeting, convened in collaboration with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, will bring together top leaders from Africa’s major development financial institutions, commercial banks, the African Union Commission, and other key stakeholders in

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Capital News
about 16 hours ago
EACC recovers grabbed Loresho water reservoir land valued at Sh400mn

EACC recovers grabbed Loresho water reservoir land valued at Sh400mn

In a judgment delivered by Justice Ogutu Mboya of the Environment and Land Court on May 9, the court noted that the land was not available for allocation to private persons as the same had been reserved for the expansion of the public water reservoir. - Kenya breaking news | Keny

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about 16 hours ago
Ruto extends Eid-uk-Adha greetings to Kenyan muslims

Ruto extends Eid-uk-Adha greetings to Kenyan muslims

In a goodwill message shared by State House and accompanied by a symbolic image of the Kaaba and a sacrificial lamb, President Ruto wished the Muslim community peace, joy, and spiritual fulfillment during the festival. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 14 hours ago
IPOA probes police shooting of an unknown number of ‘invaders’ in Narok

IPOA probes police shooting of an unknown number of ‘invaders’ in Narok

The incident, which occurred on the afternoon of Thursday, June 5, allegedly involved police officers opening fire on a group of individuals said to have trespassed on private property located within the Angama Conservancy. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.

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about 13 hours ago
IPOA Takes Action After Police Open Fire on Civilians

IPOA Takes Action After Police Open Fire on Civilians

The shooting incident left several dead and scores others injured.

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about 14 hours ago
MPs Kick Out CBK Governor After Spotting Major Blunder

MPs Kick Out CBK Governor After Spotting Major Blunder

CBK Governor Kamau Thugge was sent away by MPs after they noticed flaws in his submission.

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about 15 hours ago
How Two Treasury Officials Walked Away With Ksh39M

How Two Treasury Officials Walked Away With Ksh39M

The officials had stashed the money in their bank accounts.

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about 16 hours ago
Eid-ul-Adha: Ruto sends special message to Muslim community

Eid-ul-Adha: Ruto sends special message to Muslim community

President William Ruto has sent a message of goodwill to the Muslim community in the country as they celebrate Eid-ul-Adha on Friday. “As you celebrate the blessed occasion of Eid al-Adha, following the sacred day of Arafah and the pilgrimage of Hajj. May Allah Almighty accept

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about 17 hours ago
Kenya Met Lists Nairobi, Kisumu Among Areas to Receive Rains for Next 4 Days

Kenya Met Lists Nairobi, Kisumu Among Areas to Receive Rains for Next 4 Days

The weatherman also warned of strong winds in several parts of the country.

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about 16 hours ago
Trump and Musk enter bitter feud – and Washington buckles up

Trump and Musk enter bitter feud – and Washington buckles up

Musk and Trump had formed a powerful but unlikely alliance, culminating in the tech billionaire having a key position of budget-slashing authority in the Trump administration. Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or Doge, became one of the biggest stories of Trump's first

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Capital News
about 18 hours ago
EU bans all Tanzanian aircraft over safety concerns

EU bans all Tanzanian aircraft over safety concerns

The sweeping ban, announced on Tuesday by the European Commission, follows an update to the EU Air Safety List, which now includes all Tanzanian and Surinamese airlines. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 18 hours ago
Gen Z Protester Shot Near Parliament Calls Out Ruto

Gen Z Protester Shot Near Parliament Calls Out Ruto

The protests, which took place in June 2024, left several youths dead and scores injured.

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about 17 hours ago
Moses Kuria Raises Alarm Over Ksh500K Bribes for Govt Jobs

Moses Kuria Raises Alarm Over Ksh500K Bribes for Govt Jobs

Kenyans had allegedly been asked to pay hefty amounts to secure the jobs.

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about 19 hours ago