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Kenya still needs 13.2 billion trees to hit 2032 target, Forestry Ministry reveals

Kenya has planted 1.78 billion trees towards its goal of 15 billion by 2032, according to the Forestry Ministry, with the potential to generate Sh75 trillion in wealth.

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Ruto expands Ukambani team as battle for 2m votes intensifies

President William Ruto is intensifying efforts to win the Ukambani region's approximately two million votes by expanding his team of allies and fielding United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidates for various positions in the 2027 General Election.

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When there is no period, just brown discharge

Experiencing brown discharge instead of a normal period can be cause for concern, but Dr. Ong’ech Odero, Director and Chief Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Nairobi Reproductive Health Services, clarifies that it's often referred to as spotting and can occur just before a period begins.

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Esther Ikiugu: First Kenyan selected to referee at a world judo event

Esther Ikiugu, a former judoka, is set to make history as the first Kenyan referee to officiate at a World Judo Veterans and Kata Championships in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, from September 23 to 26.

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Why Kenya's biggest universities still dominate student admissions

Kenya's largest public universities continue to dominate student admissions, with Kenyatta University admitting the highest number of students at 11,224 in the 2026 Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) placement.

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New UoN boss Prof Ayub Gitau faces Sh12bn debt, strikes and falling rankings

The new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Nairobi (UoN), Prof Ayub Gitau, inherits a financially distressed institution burdened by significant debt and facing governance challenges.

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US prosecutor speaks on abrupt drop of Gautam Adani fraud case

The top federal prosecutor in Brooklyn has stated he had no basis to dispute the US Department of Justice's decision to drop the fraud and bribery case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani.

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Rise of a super mobiliser: How Methu's ground game overwhelmed UDA in Ol Kalou

Senator John Methu has emerged as a formidable political force, largely credited for orchestrating a significant electoral victory for the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) in the recent Ol Kalou by-election, outmaneuvering the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

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This man, Sammy Waweru Ngotho: Profile of Ol Kalou MP-elect

Sammy Waweru Ngotho has been elected the new Member of Parliament for Ol Kalou, securing a landslide victory with a significant margin over his closest competitor. The election saw a strong performance for the DCP party.

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Court blow: Ruto's Sh12bn Ngong rail plan stopped in its tracks

The High Court has halted President William Ruto's Sh12 billion Ngong-Riruta meter gauge railway project, ruling it was implemented without parliamentary approval, public participation, and a competitive procurement process.

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DNA turning point: Court dispute at centre of ex-KDF man's plot to kill family

A former Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer, Peter Mwaura Mugure, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the premeditated murder of his former partner, Joyce Syombua, and their two children, Shanice (10) and Prince (5). The brutal triple murder on October 26, 2019, stemmed from a paternity dispute and child maintenance order.

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top3d ago

What women really sacrifice to lead

This article explores the often-unmentioned sacrifices women make at home to achieve senior leadership roles in Kenya, highlighting the personal cost beyond career advancements.

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WHO predicts cancer cases to double as Kenya's survival rates lag

A new World Health Organization (WHO) global report reveals that cancer cases are projected to double by 2050, highlighting deepening treatment inequities, particularly in Kenya where late diagnosis and high costs lead to poor survival rates.

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Village club two season ago, Chema on brink of Kenyan volleyball glory

Debutants Chema Volleyball Club are on the verge of a historic Kenyan volleyball championship title in just their first season in the top flight, facing Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) in the finals.

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Linda Mwananchi is Gen Z's preferred outfit - study

Two years after nationwide protests, Kenya's Gen Z remains frustrated by unemployment, corruption, and poor governance, with the Linda Mwananchi political outfit emerging as their preferred choice.

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Build businesses instead of waiting for jobs, youth urged

Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime urged young Kenyans to embrace entrepreneurship and build businesses instead of solely relying on formal employment.

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Man files petition to block performance ranking of judges

A Nairobi resident has filed a petition at the High Court seeking to block Chief Justice Martha Koome from publishing individual judges' performance rankings.

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Court suspends Ruto order placing IPOA under Interior Ministry

The High Court has suspended President William Ruto's executive order that placed the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) under the Ministry of Interior.

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top4d ago

Petitioner challenges Koome's plan to publish judges' performance

A Kenyan city resident is challenging Chief Justice Martha Koome's plan to publish individual judges' performance reports, arguing it will expose them to harassment and undue stress, potentially affecting the delivery of justice.

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top4d ago

Schools issue mumps alerts as infections spread through Nairobi

Several Nairobi schools have issued alerts to parents regarding suspected mumps infections, advising them to monitor children for symptoms and keep them home if ill.

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top4d ago

Mbagathi Road crash: Four friends, one dream, three lives lost

Three friends tragically lost their lives in a devastating crash along Mbagathi Road on a Friday night, while a fourth narrowly escaped the same fate.

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top4d ago

Avert disaster as drought hits key food crop region

A severe dry spell in Kenya's North Rift region, the country's main food basket, is threatening national food security. Thousands of acres of maize crops have been ravaged, with potential yield drops of up to 60 percent.

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top4d ago

Stop slide into anarchy

Kenya is facing worrying signs of a potential slide into anarchy ahead of next year's General Election, with political violence escalating at rallies and even church services.

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Messi leads Argentina to thrilling semi-final win over England

Argentina has secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final, advancing to face Spain in the final. The thrilling match saw late goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez seal the win after England had taken the lead.

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Policing the church: Tough terms for questionable theology institutions

Kenyan Parliament has issued a 90-day ultimatum for theology training institutions to regularise their operations with the Ministry of Education or face closure.

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top5d ago

World Cup: Lessons from North Africa teams

The 2026 FIFA World Cup's expanded format provided a crucial "natural experiment" for four North African teams, revealing diverse football development models and outcomes.

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African education ministers meet in Malawi for foundational learning

African education ministers convened in Malawi for the Africa Foundational Learning Exchange (FLEX) 2026 conference, aiming to strengthen early grade learning across the continent.

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‘I saw him sucked out of the plane's window’: Wife of passenger recalls incident

A passenger on a Ryanair flight between Thessaloniki, Greece, and Germany was severely injured after being partially sucked out of the plane through a dislodged cabin window shortly after takeoff on July 10.

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Court freezes licensing of new hot air balloon operators at Mara National Reserve

The Environment and Land Court has halted the Narok County government from approving new hot air balloon licenses in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, citing violations of the reserve's management plan and constitutional standards.

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Kenyatta University, Maseno top 2025 varsity student placements

Kenyatta University has topped the 2025 university student placements, admitting the highest number of students, followed by Maseno University. The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) announced the placements, highlighting a growing divide in student preference.

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