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10h ago

Turkana County official among three arrested in Ksh 92M tender fraud

Three individuals, including a Turkana County official, have been arrested in connection with an alleged Ksh 92 million tender fraud scheme. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is investigating potential conflict of interest, money laundering, and dealing with proceeds of crime.

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9h ago

Two arrested as NACADA raids illicit alcohol trade in Eastleigh

Authorities have cracked down on the illicit alcohol trade in Eastleigh, Nairobi, confiscating a significant quantity of beverages and arresting two individuals.

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16h ago

TSC invites nominations for 2026 World Teachers’ Day Awards

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has opened nominations for the 2026 World Teachers’ Day Awards, seeking to honour Kenyan teachers for their exceptional contributions to education.

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15h ago

Accounting Officers directed to review projects, progammes within two weeks

The Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, has directed Accounting Officers across government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to conduct a comprehensive review of all ongoing projects and programmes within a strict two-week timeframe.

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15h ago

Today in History: Remembering Karisa Maitha–The coastal hurricane

Today in history, Kenya remembers Emmanuel Karisa Maitha, a transformative figure known as 'The Hurricane' and 'Mugogo wa Pwani,' who passed away at the age of 50 in 2004.

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12h ago

IEBC to strengthen phase two of voter registration ahead of 2027 elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is preparing for the second phase of voter registration, aiming to strengthen its processes based on lessons from the first phase ahead of the 2027 elections.

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18h ago

Family demands probe into shooting of 23-year-old at Del Monte

The family of Peter Kimani Gitau, a 23-year-old man, is demanding an independent investigation into his shooting death by police near the Del Monte farm fence in Del View, Murang'a County, on Saturday morning.

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1d ago

Turning Nairobi waste challenge into potential economic opportunity

Nairobi County has partnered with Zoomlion Kenya to transform the city's waste management challenges into economic opportunities through a new waste-to-value model.

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1d ago

Regional Urology, Nephrology centre nears opening

The East Africa Centre of Excellence in Urology and Nephrology (EACE-UN), a specialised facility aimed at expanding access to advanced kidney and urological care, is nearing its official opening.

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1d ago

Media urged to amplify coverage of regional integration issues

The media has been urged to increase its coverage of regional integration, free movement, and disaster protection issues within the IGAD region. This call aims to improve public understanding, dispel misconceptions, and ensure communities benefit from regional protocols.

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1d ago

Two more suspects charged in Ksh1.5B PROFIT programme fraud

Two additional suspects, Eric Otieno Achila and Susan Wangari, have been charged in Nairobi's Anti-Corruption Court in connection with an alleged Ksh1.5 billion fraud involving the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovations and Technologies (PROFIT).

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1d ago

EACC arrests two police officers over Ksh100,000 bribery allegation

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two police officers in Mombasa for allegedly demanding a Ksh100,000 bribe.

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1d ago

Mandera receives new equipment to improve maternal, newborn care

The Rural Agency for Community Development and Assistance (RACIDA) has donated crucial maternal and newborn health equipment to the County Government of Mandera, aimed at enhancing service delivery and the quality of care for mothers and infants.

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1d ago

Police arrest suspect linked to robberies in Garissa

A suspect believed to be involved in a series of violent robberies in Garissa Township has been arrested. The arrest took place on Monday in Garissa County.

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2d ago

Government raises alarm over mobile money fraud

The Kenyan government has raised an alarm over the increasing use of mobile money in computer fraud, with over half of reported cases involving the payment method between February and July 2026.

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2d ago

Flying schools push for tax relief to cut pilot training costs

Kenyan flying schools are petitioning the government for tax relief on aviation fuel and standardized airport fees to make pilot training more affordable.

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2d ago

Two arrested as police recover stolen electronics in Kayole

Nairobi County Police have arrested two individuals in Kayole following a successful operation that recovered stolen electronics. The suspects were apprehended during a targeted security operation.

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2d ago

Muli’s political gamble to redraw Ukambani’s power map

Augustus Kyalo Muli is making a political gamble to challenge the established political order in Ukambani, potentially redrawing the region's power map ahead of the 2027 elections.

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2d ago

Water Authority moves to prosecute illegal gold miners poisoning River Yala

The Water Resources Authority (WRA) is launching a crackdown against illegal gold miners polluting the River Yala basin with toxic chemicals, warning of imminent prosecution for offenders.

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3d ago

Murkomen slams Gachagua over personal attacks, urges media to be objective

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for personal attacks and accused the opposition of lacking an agenda and sponsoring violence.

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3d ago

Detectives arrest suspect linked to murders of two elderly women in Trans Nzoia, Bungoma

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the murders of two elderly women in Trans Nzoia and Bungoma counties.

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3d ago

Three suspects arrested months after Mtito Andei robbery attempt

Three suspects have been arrested nearly three months after an attempted highway robbery along the Mombasa-Nairobi highway near Mtito Andei resulted in the death of one of their accomplices.

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3d ago

Women aspirants condemn political violence ahead of 2027 polls

Women aspirants in Kenya's Mt Kenya region are calling for an end to political violence and costly party processes, demanding a fair environment for competition ahead of the 2027 polls.

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3d ago

Malaba Border Post generates over Ksh11 billion in revenue

The Malaba One Stop Border Post (OSBP) has significantly exceeded its revenue targets, generating over Ksh11 billion in the 2025/2026 financial year.

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4d ago

Wetangula says Ruto re-election will accelerate development in western region

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is urging residents of Bungoma County to re-elect President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, stating that a second term will accelerate development in the Western region.

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4d ago

NLP leader Muli eyes Kitui Central seat in 2027

Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli, the leader of the National Liberal Party (NLP), has announced his intention to vie for the Kitui Central parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.

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4d ago

Police probe shooting of three youths during Governor Nassir’s event

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir's event at Bomu Stadium turned chaotic, resulting in the shooting of three youths allegedly by his security detail.

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4d ago

NACADA seizes over 27,000 litres of illicit alcohol in Nairobi, Nyakach

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has confiscated over 27,000 litres of illegal brews during recent operations in Nairobi and Nyakach.

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4d ago

Government steps up efforts to improve maternal, newborn health

The Kenyan government is intensifying efforts to improve maternal and newborn health through strengthened strategic partnerships, a key priority in its Universal Health Coverage agenda.

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5d ago

NLP’s Kitui Stadium showdown signals new political contest

The National Liberal Party (NLP) has launched a significant political challenge in Ukambani, drawing thousands to Kitui Stadium and signaling a potential shift in the region's political landscape dominated by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka.

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