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HomeDaily NewsFriday, July 11, 2025
Kenya News - Friday, July 11, 2025
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Kenya News - Friday, July 11, 2025

President Ruto faces mounting pressure from calls for his and Deputy Kindiki's resignation. The death toll from the Saba Saba protests reaches 38, with continuing criticism of police actions. A tragic pit latrine collapse in Uasin Gishu claims three students. Absa Bank launches a mobile Shariah-compliant banking platform.

350 stories across 17 topics
Updated 7:22 PM

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Senator Raises Alarm Over Kisumu Demolitions for Road Project
“No, on that one you are wrong, Mr President” – Raila On Police Shooting At Protesters
Raila Hits Out at Ruto Over Shooting Order
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Concerns Over Protests and Police Actions

Senator raises concerns over Kisumu demolitions and Raila critiques police shooting orders during protests.

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Equity Bank Announces Service Outage
Ksh468 Billion Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway Project Rejected
Kisii lawmaker urges small-scale farmers to embrace Hass avocado
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Government Program Updates and Economic Notes

Equity Bank announces service outage, while discussions on a Ksh468 billion expressway project and agriculture initiatives are highlighted.

KeNHA, KeRRA Director General’s resign
Edung Ethekon sworn-in as IEBC Chairperson
IEBC Chairperson Ethekon pledges to priorize Kenyans’ voices
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Leadership Changes in Kenyan Government

KeNHA and KeRRA Director General resignations alongside new IEBC Chairperson Edung Ethekon's swearing-in.

Several Killed in Tragic Multi-Vehicle Crash
Woman Dies After Night in Police Custody
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Tragic Incidents in Kenya

Multiple fatalities reported in a tragic multi-vehicle crash, and a woman dies after a night in police custody.

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Kindiki to critics: There are no shortcuts to power, wait for 2027 polls
Why William Ruto is angry with Kenyans
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Kenya's Political Landscape Ahead of 2027 Polls

Kindiki addresses critics on the journey to power in Kenya, emphasizing the wait for the 2027 elections. William Ruto expresses anger towards Kenyans amid the political discourse.

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Asia is reeling from Trump’s tariff salvo – is anyone winning?
US government to invest in rare earths production
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Global Economic Issues and Responses

Asia faces economic challenges from Trump's tariff policies, and the US government announces investment in rare earths production.

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Automobile and Engineering Initiatives in Kenya

Safaricom hosts masterclass for 500,000 youth and Verto launches auto exchange for FX rates.

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Wanyonyi faces tough test in Monaco meet
Nasokol, Trinity and Kesogon make last four
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Athletic Achievements and Challenges

Wanyonyi faces a challenging test at the Monaco meet as Nasokol, Trinity, and Kesogon reach the semifinals.

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Sexual grooming cases not reported due to fear, shame, lack of trust
Family mourns 16-year-old killed during Embu County protests on Monday
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Crime and Public Safety Incidents

Sexual grooming cases not reported due to fear, shame, lack of trust. Family mourns 16-year-old killed during Embu County protests on Monday.

44,000 new cancer cases recorded annually
Mombasa records M-pox spike, 24 patients admitted at Utange Isolation Centre
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Health and Safety Concerns

44,000 new cancer cases recorded annually. Mombasa records M-pox spike, 24 patients admitted at Utange Isolation Centre.

PPP committee rejects Nairobi–Mombasa expressway plan
The northern corridor to be transformed into sustainable efficient trade and transport artery
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Transport and Infrastructure Developments

PPP committee rejects Nairobi–Mombasa expressway plan. The northern corridor to be transformed into sustainable efficient trade and transport artery.

Kenya ready to host African Nations Championship
KGU launches Kenya Swing tournament series
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Upcoming Sports Events in Kenya

Kenya prepares to host the African Nations Championship and local tournaments like the Kenya Swing series.

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News by Category

59 stories

Kenya Pipeline ordered to pay 3.8 billion shillings for a 2015 oil spill in Makueni, benefiting affected residents. Saba Saba protests death toll reaches 38, including women and children, says KNCHR. KEBS confiscates 16 metric tonnes of substandard extension sockets worth 2.5 million Kenyan Shillings in Mombasa for safety violations. KeRRA Director General Philemon Kandie has resigned; Jackson Ndirangu appointed as his interim replacement.

Based on 59 stories from today's coverage

business

8 stories

Kenya Revenue Authority surpasses revenue collection target by 16 billion shillings, achieving a total of 2.571 trillion shillings.

Based on 8 stories from today's coverage

politics

4 stories

President William Ruto expresses frustration over public pressure to deliver on his campaign promises. Meanwhile, his allies criticize the opposition's boycott plan as economic sabotage.

Based on 4 stories from today's coverage

sports

6 stories

St Mary's Yala and Nyakach Girls excel in football at the Nyanza Region Secondary Term Two Games. Harambee Stars improve to 109th in FIFA rankings, while coach McCarthy defends squad choices.

Based on 6 stories from today's coverage

tech

9 stories

The Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill aims to enhance crypto payments in Kenya, building on M-Pesa's success. Roam and Fortune Credit have launched Kenya’s first financing program for electric motorcycles for individuals and businesses. Vertiv will hold an AI Solutions Innovation Roadshow in Nairobi on July 17, 2025, to showcase advancements in artificial intelligence solutions. Cynthia Karuri-Kropac has stepped down as Safaricom's Chief Enterprise Business Officer, with Frankline taking over her role. Binance is celebrating its eighth anniversary, highlighting growth in the cryptocurrency exchange market and its global user community.

Based on 9 stories from today's coverage

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Protests following Saba Saba events have led to 38 deaths, with 14 of 15 post-mortems confirming gunshot wounds. A government official has resigned after being linked to the unrest.

Based on 51 stories from today's coverage

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Raila Odinga criticizes President Ruto's directive allowing police to shoot rioters during protests. He calls for restraint and respect for human rights in managing disturbances.

Based on 213 stories from today's coverage
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High costs and informality hinder Kenya’s business capital growth, AfDB
Absa launches Kenya’s first shariah-compliant mobile banking platform
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Kenya's Business Challenges and Innovations

High costs and informality hinder Kenya’s business capital growth, while Absa launches a shariah-compliant mobile banking platform.

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Google and HP Launch Africa’s Largest SME Digital Skills Program
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Kenya's Digital Skills Development Programs

Kenya’s Presidential DigiTalent Program begins in-person training in partnership with Huawei and Google-Hp launches SME digital skills program.

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COB Reports exposes massive state house travel spending
EACC Granted full access to government E-procurement system
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Government Spending and Accountability Reports

COB Reports exposes massive state house travel spending. EACC granted full access to government E-procurement system.

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KDF and Kenya Prisons ready for Mombasa leg
Lejirma unstoppable in Limuru Open
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Mombasa Sports Competitions

KDF and Kenya Prisons gear up for competitions in Mombasa, while Lejirma dominates at the Limuru Open.

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Mumias East MP Peter Salasya rejects closure of sugar mills
Kiambu County revenue hits Sh5.45B, up 86% in two years
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Recent Legislative and Community Issues

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya rejects closure of sugar mills. Kiambu County revenue hits Sh5.45B, up 86% in two years.

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