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Doctor shows court patients’ suffering over SHA mess

A Nakuru-based surgeon, Dr Magare Gikenyi, exposed the challenges faced by patients during the transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA) in a court appearance.

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Revealed: Murdered Wells Fargo boss was looking into Sh94m heist

The murder of Willis Ayieko, a director in the human resources department of Wells Fargo, has raised suspicions as he was investigating a Sh94 million heist that occurred in November 2023.

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Murdered Wells Fargo boss probed Sh94m heist involving security firm

A Wells Fargo boss, Willis Ayieko, was murdered last week while investigating a Sh94 million heist linked to a security firm, raising concerns about his death's connection to the investigation.

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Kenyan police destroy gang bases in Haiti

Kenyan police, as part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission, have begun demolishing gang hideouts near the Toussaint Louverture International Airport in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

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Court directs Gachagua's workers to table job contracts

The Employment and Labour Relations court has ordered the employees of Deputy President Gachagua to present their job contracts after being sent on compulsory leave. The judge has instructed all parties involved to respond within seven days.

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Bill proposes punitive fines for holding elections in illegal polling stations

A new Election Offences (Amendment) Bill 2024 proposed in the Kenyan Senate aims to impose punitive fines and potential imprisonment for conducting elections in un-gazetted polling stations.

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Activist Boniface Mwangi reportedly abducted

Activist Boniface Mwangi has reportedly been abducted from his home in Machakos County amid calls for protests against government actions during the Standard Chartered Marathon on October 27, 2024.

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Prof Sifuna, a man whose life revolved around education

The article highlights the life and legacy of Prof Daniel Sifuna, a prominent figure in Kenya's education landscape, who passed away recently. Known for his deep insights and critiques on educational policies, he significantly influenced teacher education in Kenya.

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Former Education PS Karega Mutahi dies

The former Principal Secretary for Education, Karega Mutahi, has passed away, as announced by All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi. A mass is planned for Wednesday afternoon to honor his legacy.

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Shem Migot-Adhola: An inspiring schoolmate, friend, scholar and leader

The Kenyan academic community mourns the loss of Prof Shem Migot-Adhola, who passed away on Tuesday. Recognized for his leadership and scholarship, he made significant contributions to rural sociology and served in various prestigious roles throughout his career.

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Weaver birds: The avian architects of Africa

The article discusses the unique nesting behaviors of white-browed sparrow weavers, highlighting their cooperative breeding and architectural diversity.

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How girlfriend helped convict Bishop Muiru's mother's killer

The family of Bishop Pius Muiru received justice after Ezekiel Nakola was sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of Grace Wangari, Bishop Muiru's mother. This verdict was delivered on October 25, 2024, following a lengthy investigation and trial.

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Joe Ageyo: Media’s role in enhancing governance for a just and equitable society

Joe Ageyo, Editor-in-Chief of Nation Media Group, addressed the critical role of media in governance during the Africa Shared Value and ESG Summit held on October 25, 2024, in Nairobi.

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Shem Migot-Adhola: Tributes to professor who Moi picked in ‘Dream Team’

Kenya mourns the loss of Prof. Shem Migot-Adhola, a prominent scholar and member of President Daniel arap Moi's 'Dream Team', who passed away on October 22, 2024.

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Gangland killings: Alarm over wave of brutal murders

A concerning rise in gangland killings in Kenya has prompted alarm as 339 murder cases have been recorded in 2024, compared to 336 in 2023 and 341 in 2022. This week, the brutal murders of four individuals spotlight ongoing violence and unresolved cases.

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Business class travel will soon be restricted to ministers, PSs

The Kenyan Treasury plans to restrict business class travel for public officials to only Cabinet Secretaries and Principal Secretaries as part of austerity measures to reduce government travel expenditures.

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Business class air travel locked to ministers, PSs in austerity plan

The National Treasury of Kenya is implementing an austerity plan that restricts business class travel for public officers, limiting it to Cabinet Secretaries and Principal Secretaries only.

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How shaky succession plans threaten ‘Rwathia empire’ billions in Nairobi

The succession plans of the multi-billion-shilling property investments made by the "Rwathia boys" in Nairobi are failing, risking the future of the estimated Sh500 billion empire.

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High Court blocks Sh95.68bn Adani power deal

The High Court has halted the government's plan to sign a Sh95.68 billion deal with Adani Solutions Limited for constructing electricity transmission lines.

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Congolese ordered to refund ‘dirty’ money he withdrew over the counter

A Congolese businessman, Fumbisha Ilunga Yves, has been ordered to refund Sh3.72 million he withdrew from a Kenyan bank after being misinformed by a bank official about a court order freezing the funds.

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Adani, JKIA deal dispute referred to Chief Justice

The dispute over the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) deal between Adani Group and Kenyan authorities has been referred to Chief Justice Martha Koome for the establishment of a three-judge panel to resolve the matter.

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MPs, senators clash over Sh15.3B county cash slash

Kenyan lawmakers are in a dispute over a Sh15.3 billion cut to county allocations, with the matter now forwarded to mediation after the Senate rejected amendments from the National Assembly.

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Why Gachagua wants judges out of his cases

Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is seeking the recusal of judges handling petitions related to his impeachment, claiming bias and lack of confidence in their impartiality.

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No end in sight to IEBC troubles as US weighs in

The ongoing troubles within the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) show no signs of resolution as the United States intervenes, expressing concerns over delays in appointing new commissioners.

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Blood Money: Kenyan facing execution in Saudi Arabia gets one-year reprieve

A Kenyan man facing execution in Saudi Arabia has received a one-year reprieve, delaying his execution that was set for next month. Stephen Betrand Munyakho, also known as Stevo, will now be allowed to celebrate his 51st birthday in March.

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Jua kali workers to save for pension in new plan

In a significant development for Kenya's informal sector, workers will soon begin saving for retirement and accessing medical coverage through a new government-led social protection initiative.

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Government to pay out monthly Inua Jamii stipends via mobile money

The Kenyan Government will start disbursing monthly Inua Jamii stipends to vulnerable populations via mobile money transfers beginning in December.

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The day Ida Odinga became Church Canon

On October 20, 2023, Ida Odinga was made an honorary canon in the Anglican Church of Kenya during a ceremony in the Diocese of South Nyanza.

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Kithure Kindiki misses Senate hearing due to role confusion

Kithure Kindiki, the DEPUTY PRESIDENT-designate, failed to appear before the Senate on October 23, 2024 due to confusion regarding his official role pertaining to the Interior Ministry.

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I woke up famous - For all the wrong reasons, thanks to AI

The rise of AI-generated deep fakes is increasingly threatening Kenyan women, particularly in public roles, by enabling malicious users to create and spread harmful content without consent.

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