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Appeal Court upholds 20-year defilement sentence citing binding minimums

Appeal Court upholds 20-year defilement sentence citing binding minimums

In their ruling, the judges noted that the law prescribes a minimum of 20 years for such offences and that courts have no discretion to reduce the sentence below that threshold. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 10 hours ago
All Saints’ Cathedral to host June 25 interdenominational memorial

All Saints’ Cathedral to host June 25 interdenominational memorial

The service, scheduled for 3pm, has been organized under the #LestWeForgetJune25 banner by faith-based organizations, including the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK), and the Kenya Christian Professionals Forum (KCPF), among oth

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about 9 hours ago
Gender Commission raises alarm over GBV spike in Kisumu

Gender Commission raises alarm over GBV spike in Kisumu

NGEC Nyanza Regional Coordinator Davis Okeyo said over 576 survivors have sought help at the Gender-Based Violence Recovery Centre (GBVRC) at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) since January 2025. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co

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about 6 hours ago
Maraga, Kalonzo among opposition figures at June 25 memorial

Maraga, Kalonzo among opposition figures at June 25 memorial

Organizers said the gathering will feature scripture readings, moments of silence, and solemn tributes, serving as a call for national reflection, justice, and healing. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 6 hours ago
Uganda advises nationals leaving Israel to use Jordan crossing

Uganda advises nationals leaving Israel to use Jordan crossing

Uganda issued the advisory amid escalating military operations, following President Donald Trump's announcement that the US military had bombed and destroyed three major Iranian nuclear facilities in coordinated airstrikes. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.

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about 13 hours ago
Kericho men lose appeal in fatal beating of drunk man who demanded Sh50 change

Kericho men lose appeal in fatal beating of drunk man who demanded Sh50 change

The court heard that the deceased, who was drunk at the time, had entered the compound of one of the appellants, allegedly to reclaim Sh50 change from a Sh200 liquor transaction. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 12 hours ago
MoD concludes nationwide consultations on Civilian Staff Policy

MoD concludes nationwide consultations on Civilian Staff Policy

The final round of town hall meetings was held on Saturday at the Defence Forces Memorial Hospital (DFMH) in Lang’ata, marking the end of a four-day exercise in Nairobi.   - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 11 hours ago
Govt to distribute an additional 230 milk coolers to dairy farmers: Ruto

Govt to distribute an additional 230 milk coolers to dairy farmers: Ruto

The President pointed out that the programme is part of the government's broader effort to enhance milk quality, safety, and market access for farmers.  - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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1 day ago
Nations seek concensus on management of chemicals, waste and pollution

Nations seek concensus on management of chemicals, waste and pollution

The newly established panel is designed to address a critical gap in the global environmental framework by providing countries with independent, policy-relevant scientific advice on the prevention of chemicals, waste, and pollution.   - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | C

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Peer-led therapy model offers hope for Kenya’s troubled teens

Peer-led therapy model offers hope for Kenya’s troubled teens

Shamiri uses a unique “near-peer” psychotherapy model. Trained lay counselors aged 18 to 22, known as Shamiri Fellows, facilitate group sessions with students. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 24 hours ago
Trump Confirms US Bombing of Iranian Nuclear Sites, Says Tehran Must Make Peace

Trump Confirms US Bombing of Iranian Nuclear Sites, Says Tehran Must Make Peace

Washington, D.C. June 22 – President Donald Trump on Saturday evening confirmed that U.S. military forces had carried out air strikes on three Iranian - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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about 15 hours ago
Ruto hits out at critics intimidating him with ‘Ruto Must Go’ chants

Ruto hits out at critics intimidating him with ‘Ruto Must Go’ chants

“Porojo, propaganda tu… ooh sijui nini… ooh Kasongo… ooh Ruto must go… Watu hawana mpango. Ukiwauliza mpango yako kwa wakulima ni gani, wanasema Kasongo. Mpango yako ya kuona watoto wanaendelea kusoma ni gani… wanasema Ruto must go,” he said. - Kenya breaking news |

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Countries Approve Landmark Global Panel on Chemicals and Waste Management

Countries Approve Landmark Global Panel on Chemicals and Waste Management

June 21– In a major step toward protecting people and the planet, countries have agreed to establish a new global science-policy panel to tackle chemical - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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UNHRC urges de-escalation of ‘dangerously spiraling’ Israel-Iran conflict

UNHRC urges de-escalation of ‘dangerously spiraling’ Israel-Iran conflict

The agency said it had observed population movements in both countries, with civilians fleeing shelling in Israel and others leaving Tehran and surrounding regions in Iran. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Ruto commits Sh100mn to lower dairy feeds for dairy farmers

Ruto commits Sh100mn to lower dairy feeds for dairy farmers

Ruto also promised to remove taxed on yellow maize imports to support low-cost production. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Ruto promises sexed semen at Sh1,000 from July 1

Ruto promises sexed semen at Sh1,000 from July 1

The move is aimed at boosting milk production and enhancing livestock quality across the country. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Russo elected Kenya Bankers Association Chairperson

Russo elected Kenya Bankers Association Chairperson

Russo’s election was announced during the Association’s Annual General Meeting held in Nairobi on Friday. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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1 day ago
Ruto unveils virtual auction in Meru to ease livestock sales

Ruto unveils virtual auction in Meru to ease livestock sales

The platform is part of a national plan to modernize agricultural markets and streamline livestock trading for farmers across the country. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Kenyan agripreneurs claim climate-smart awards for youth-led innovations

Kenyan agripreneurs claim climate-smart awards for youth-led innovations

From a pool of over 100 applicants across ten countries, eleven finalists were selected to pitch their solutions live before a panel of investors and policymakers. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Mwiki residents sustain protest amid outrage over murder of gang-raped teen

Mwiki residents sustain protest amid outrage over murder of gang-raped teen

The young woman is believed to have been gang-raped and violently murdered in what human rights defenders are calling a case of femicide. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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‘Brewing the Future’: German-funded coffee project kicks off in Kirinyaga

‘Brewing the Future’: German-funded coffee project kicks off in Kirinyaga

The project dubbed "Brewing the Future: Coffee to Stay" is funded by German coffee buyer Tchibo in partnership with the Mount Kenya Sustainable Landscape and Livelihoods Program (MSuLLi), led by the Rainforest Alliance. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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US sanctions 8 entities, an individual and vessel tied to Iran shipments from China

US sanctions 8 entities, an individual and vessel tied to Iran shipments from China

The US State Department announced the sanctions on Friday, escalating efforts to curb Tehran's nuclear and missile programs amid a raging war with Israel. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Ruto vows end-to-end e-procurement from July 1 amid resistance

Ruto vows end-to-end e-procurement from July 1 amid resistance

The President said that this is intended to curb fraud and eliminate inflated costs of government procurement that drain public resources. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Gov’t backs debt-free fix to road crisis via securitization

Gov’t backs debt-free fix to road crisis via securitization

The move according to the Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir allows it to raise the full amount now by leveraging future earnings, specifically Sh7 of every Sh25 collected per litre of fuel over the next ten years. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.k

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2 days ago
Raila lauds Affordable Housing program, urges Cabinet to focus on service delivery

Raila lauds Affordable Housing program, urges Cabinet to focus on service delivery

Odinga urged the Cabinet to adopt a model of urban development that links housing with employment, healthcare, education, and public amenities. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Former Zambian President Lungu to be buried in SA amid escalating stand-off

Former Zambian President Lungu to be buried in SA amid escalating stand-off

According to the family spokesman Makebi Zulu, the private ceremony will be conducted in Johannesburg, South Africa. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Nyanza ACK Bishops call for disbandment of DCI unit

Nyanza ACK Bishops call for disbandment of DCI unit

They are accusing the unit of being behind a spate of disappearances, harassment and killings of Kenyans. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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2 days ago
High Court Dismisses Petition Against Nzoia Sugar Lease

High Court Dismisses Petition Against Nzoia Sugar Lease

West Kenya Sugar, part of the Rai Group, secured the lease for Nzoia Sugar under the government’s plan to revitalize state-owned millers. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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2 days ago
Court throws out criminal charges against activist Rose Njeri

Court throws out criminal charges against activist Rose Njeri

Trial magistrate Geoffrey Onsarigo said the charges as framed by the state against the Activist did not disclose an offence. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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Aga Khan University Hospital Opens 54th Outreach Medical Centre in Westlands

Aga Khan University Hospital Opens 54th Outreach Medical Centre in Westlands

The new centre on Rhapta Road is part of the hospital’s broader strategy to expand access to high-quality care. It is supported by on-site ultrasound services, a fully equipped laboratory, and a pharmacy. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke

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