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Gachagua Explains Skipping MP Johana Ng'eno's Burial

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua explained his absence from the burial of Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng'eno, citing his principles against sharing a platform with those he accuses of tormenting the late lawmaker.

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KRA to Deploy Tax Agents Amid Increase in Non-Compliant Kenyans

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is launching a new initiative, 'Huduma Popote', to deploy tax expert agents nationwide and improve tax compliance.

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top2h ago

World Bank Pumps Ksh 65B Into Nairobi-Thika Commuter Rail Upgrade

The World Bank has committed Ksh 65 billion (approximately $500 million) to upgrade the Nairobi-Thika Commuter Rail corridor into a modern urban rail system.

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top3h ago

World Bank Backs Change in How Kenyans Pay Fare

The World Bank is set to fund the creation of Kenya's Integrated Automated Fare Collection System (KIAFCS), a major initiative aimed at modernizing public transport in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area.

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How Repatriation Flights Work as Kenya Airways Steps In Amid Middle East Crisis

Kenya Airways has launched special repatriation flights between Nairobi and Dubai to assist passengers affected by disruptions in the Middle East. The national carrier received limited approval to operate these humanitarian missions.

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Duale Hits Back at Teachers Amid Looming Strike Over SHA

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has refuted claims by teachers' unions that the Social Health Authority (SHA) is failing, stating that thousands of educators have already accessed treatment under the scheme.

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top4h ago

Survivors of Bus Crash That Killed 6 on Mombasa Highway Recounts Last Moments

Six people were killed and 11 others critically injured in a collision between a bus and a lorry on the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway near Voi, Taita Taveta County.

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KeNHA Issues Fresh Notices to Traders in 3 Nairobi & Kiambu Estates

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a final warning to traders encroaching on road reserves along the Thika Superhighway, threatening demolition after previous notices were ignored.

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top5h ago

NPS Launches Permanent INTERPOL Training for Police

The National Police Service (NPS) has launched a permanent INTERPOL curriculum to equip its officers with specialized training in using global policing databases to combat transnational crime, beginning on March 5.

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top16h ago

Inside EACC’s Proposed Reforms to Lock Some Politicians Out of 2027 Polls

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is proposing constitutional amendments to prevent individuals convicted of corruption and abuse of office from running for elections while their appeals are pending, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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top17h ago

ODPP Gets KSh2 Billion Fund Backing from Parliamentary Committee

The Parliamentary Committee on Delegated Legislation has approved regulations for a new KSh2 billion special fund for the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). This fund is set to significantly boost the ODPP's capacity to deliver timely justice.

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top17h ago

Parliament Passes National Infrastructure Fund Bill 2026

The National Assembly has passed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, a significant step towards transforming infrastructure financing in Kenya.

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top18h ago

Hustler Fund CEO Reveals New Way Defaulters Will be Traced

Kenyan authorities are intensifying efforts to recover unpaid loans from the Hustler Fund by utilizing defaulters' National Identification records.

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top18h ago

Kenyan Shilling Ranked Top 5 Most Stable Currencies Globally

The Kenyan shilling has been recognized as one of the world's most stable currencies, ranking among the top five globally by Bloomberg data.

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top18h ago

NPSC Confirms Compensation of 1,272 Police Officers

The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has informed the Senate Committee on National Security that 1,272 compensation claims for police officers injured in the line of duty have been settled. The commission also reported that 393 claims remain pending.

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top19h ago

WAFCON Postponed Days After Kenya Travelled for Competition

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 in Morocco to new dates later this year, causing some disruption for teams like Kenya.

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Teachers Threaten Strike Over SHA

The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has issued a seven-day strike notice over the failure of the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical cover for teachers and outstanding claims.

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Foreign Affairs Ministry Hits Back at KTN Over Missed Interview

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has refuted claims that Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline Njogu, deliberately avoided a KTN News interview concerning the Middle East conflict. The ministry attributed the situation to potential changes in media engagement details.

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KNEC Outlines How to Process Transfer Requests Via the CBA Portal

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has issued new guidelines detailing the step-by-step process for initiating and approving learner transfers via the Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) portal.

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top20h ago

Govt Issues Update on Ksh2000 Payout to Each Vulnerable Kenyan

The Kenyan Ministry of Labour has released Ksh2.4 billion for the February 2026 cycle of the Inua Jamii Cash Transfer Programme, supporting over one million vulnerable citizens.

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top21h ago

Ferdinand Waititu Set to Walk Free After Latest Court Decision

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has been released from prison on a Ksh20 million bail. This follows a court review of his bail terms pending a Ksh588 million graft case.

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top22h ago

Opposition Goes After Mbadi Over Alleged National Infrastructure Fund Mismanagement

The Kenyan opposition is demanding that Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi be summoned by Parliament, citing alleged contradictions in his statements about the proposed National Infrastructure Fund (NIF).

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top21h ago

Evictions Loom Along Nairobi River as Police Issue Early Warning

Police in Nairobi have issued a stern warning and are threatening to evict residents and business owners with illegal structures along the Nairobi River.

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top22h ago

Concern as eCitizen Portal Goes Down

The eCitizen platform experienced a significant outage on March 5, leaving numerous Kenyans unable to access their accounts and vital government services.

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top22h ago

Lewis Hamilton Names Kenya in Formula One Hosting Ambitions

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has expressed his desire to see a Grand Prix race hosted in Africa before his retirement, highlighting Kenya and other nations as potential, yet challenging, venues.

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top23h ago

Ministry of Health Warns of Rising Influenza Cases Nationwide

The Ministry of Health has issued a public advisory warning of a rise in Influenza cases nationwide. This increase is consistent with typical seasonal patterns experienced between late February and May.

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top1d ago

Orengo Explains Why he Visited State House Despite Opposing Ruto Govt

Siaya Governor James Orengo has defended his November visit to State House alongside county officials, asserting it was driven by his constitutional duty and the interests of Siaya residents, not a shift in his political stance.

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top23h ago

70 Foreigners Rescued in Suspected Human Trafficking Operation Inside Nairobi Building

Nairobi police have rescued 70 foreign nationals in a suspected human trafficking operation in Ruai. The victims, 66 Ethiopians and 4 Eritreans, were found locked inside a house following a tip-off.

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top1d ago

Justin Muturi Announces Plans to Drag IEBC to Court

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi is threatening legal action against the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for alleged lack of transparency regarding the gazetting of polling stations for the 2027 general elections.

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top1d ago

State Releases Ksh950 Million in New Compensation Plan for Kenyans

The Kenyan government has released Ksh950 million to compensate victims of human-wildlife conflict across the country, including those who have suffered loss of life, injuries, crop, and property damage.

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