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Over 2.12 Million Kenyans Face Hunger Amid Prolonged Drought
A prolonged drought in Kenya has pushed at least 2.12 million Kenyans into severe hunger and water scarcity. News reports indicate more than 2.12 million people are currently affected by the drought, highlighting a significant humanitarian challenge. The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a dire warning for 23 arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) counties. The MET department projects only average rainfall during the upcoming long rains season. This amount of rain will be insufficient to alleviate the current drought, exacerbating the situation where over 2 million Kenyans are facing hunger.
Kenya's Energy Sector Sees Hydropower Import, EV Policy Launch, and Kenya Power Profit
Kenya is set to import 100 Megawatts (MW) of hydropower from Uganda under a new power purchase agreement. In a separate development within the energy sector, Kenya has launched its National Electric Mobility Policy. This initiative is aimed at driving the adoption of electric vehicles across the country. Meanwhile, Kenya's national electricity distributor, Kenya Power, has announced a significant financial achievement. The company reported a pre-tax profit of 14.83 billion shillings. This positive financial performance indicates a strong period for the company.
Investigations Launched into Deaths Allegedly Involving Police Officers
In Kahawa West, autopsy results confirmed two men died from injuries consistent with assault, an incident that allegedly involved a police officer. It was also reported that the two individuals allegedly killed by police were found with maize dough and chili in their stomachs, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding their deaths. In a separate case, police are searching for a GSU officer after the body of a woman was discovered inside a house he had rented. Both incidents have prompted investigations into the circumstances of the deaths.
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