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Willis Raburu alleges breach of contract in Ksh.10 million Furaha City deal

Media personality Willis Raburu has sued an events company and an alcoholic beverages company for Ksh.10 million, alleging breach of contract for the Furaha City Festival in December 2024.

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Rwanda now accuses DRC, Burundi of 'violations' days after peace deal

Rwanda has accused the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Burundi of deliberately violating a recently signed peace agreement in eastern DRC, just days after Rwandan-backed armed fighters entered the key city of Uvira.

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Nobel peace laureates who did not pick up their prize

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado joins a list of Nobel Peace laureates unable to personally accept their awards. This highlights a recurring theme of recipients facing state oppression or other circumstances preventing their attendance at the Oslo ceremony.

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8h ago

Court suspends Nakuru County's Ksh.2.1B roads deal with NYS

The High Court has suspended a controversial Ksh. 2.1 billion roads deal between Nakuru County and the National Youth Service (NYS), citing concerns over procurement and public participation. The temporary injunction was issued after a petition filed by Paul Muchiri and Kepha Omuyoma, halting the agreement until January 19, 2026.

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President Ruto: US now Kenya’s biggest tourism, investment partner

President William Ruto announced that the United States has become Kenya’s largest tourism and investment partner, with 306,000 Americans visiting Kenya last year. This highlights the deepening bilateral relationship, further solidified by a new five-year health cooperation framework agreement signed with the U.S.

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Kenya, Saudi Arabia explore deeper cooperation on Coral Reef protection at UNEA-7

Kenya and Saudi Arabia are deepening cooperation on coral reef protection and environmental stewardship, following high-level bilateral talks at the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) in Nairobi.

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9h ago

Indian festival of lights Diwali joins UNESCO heritage list

The Indian festival of lights, Diwali, has been added to UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list, sparking celebrations across India and globally. This announcement was made during a UNESCO meeting held in New Delhi, India.

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Kwale family seeks justice after missing teen found dead

A family in Fihoni village, Kwale County is demanding justice after their 16-year-old daughter, Grace Mongeli Nzioki, was found dead after being missing for three days. Grace, a Form Three learner at Kinondo Secondary School, was discovered near a private residence in Mwamaye village after disappearing last Wednesday.

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10h ago

Kyrgyzstan considers return of death penalty

Kyrgyzstan's constitutional court is considering a draft law, backed by President Sadyr Japarov, to reinstate the death penalty in the Central Asian state.

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11h ago

European Union provides Ksh. 37.6 M emergency fund for humanitarian aid in Kenya

The European Union has allocated an emergency fund of €250,000 (approximately Ksh. 37,637,500) for humanitarian aid in Kenya. This funding addresses the severe consequences of prolonged drought, widespread flooding, and disease outbreaks afflicting the nation.

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12h ago

WWF Kenya appoints Jackson Kiplagat as new CEO

WWF Kenya has announced Jackson Kiplagat as its new Chief Executive Officer, taking over from Mohamed Awer in January 2026. The announcement, made on December 8, 2025, coincided with the launch of WWF Kenya’s Annual Report, highlighting significant conservation achievements.

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Fire kills 12 in south China residential building: state media

A residential building fire in Shantou, Guangdong province, China has resulted in 12 fatalities. The blaze, which occurred on Tuesday evening, was extinguished within an hour.

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DCI warns public after man arrested for targeting online holiday seekers

Detectives in Nyali Sub-county have arrested a suspect for allegedly defrauding a Nairobi resident seeking online holiday accommodation in Mombasa. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is urging the public to be vigilant against online scams during the festive season.

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Renowned Elephant conservationist Dr. Iain Douglas-Hamilton dies at 83

Renowned Scottish zoologist and conservationist Dr. Iain Douglas-Hamilton, founder of Save the Elephants, has died in Nairobi at the age of 83. He dedicated over six decades to the study and protection of African elephants, profoundly shaping global conservation efforts.

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Australian mum of late teen says social media ban 'bittersweet'

Australia has enacted a landmark social media ban for children under 16, a move largely influenced by parents who lost their children to online harm. The legislation aims to protect young teens from negative online experiences, though some concede it "won't be perfect."

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NPS welcomes home first contingent from Haiti peacekeeping operation

The National Police Service (NPS) has welcomed back the first contingent of Kenyan police officers after an 18-month peacekeeping deployment in Haiti, marking a significant milestone in Kenya’s international security efforts. Officials described their return as a “mission accomplished” under the Multi-National Security Support Mission.

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Australia bans under-16s from social media in world-first crackdown

Australia has implemented a world-first ban on social media access for individuals under the age of 16, effective immediately, aiming to protect children from harmful online content and giving the government more control over tech giants.

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15h ago

Kidnapped Nigerian schoolchildren to reunite with parents

Approximately 100 schoolchildren kidnapped last month from a Catholic school in Nigeria are set to reunite with their parents. Their release was secured by the Nigerian government more than two weeks after their abduction, a mass event reminiscent of past school kidnappings in the country.

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20h ago

EACC disputes TISA’s report that Kenya loses Ksh.3B daily to graft

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has disputed a report by the Institute for Social Accountability (TISA) claiming Kenya loses Ksh.3 billion daily to corruption, stating the figure lacks scientific basis.

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CS Duale blames union leaders over strikes, says majority of demonstrators not health workers

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has accused union leaders of orchestrating protests using non-health workers, claiming recent demonstrations outside Afya House were fueled by individuals "turning a noble workforce into their own games." He dismissed the legitimacy of these protests, linking them to attempts to sabotage Kenya's healthcare system.

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23h ago

Over 2 million people at risk of starvation as drought worsens in Kenya

Kenya is facing a severe drought crisis, with over 2 million people at risk of starvation as the situation worsens across the country's arid and semi-arid lands. The Kenya Meteorological Department reports a grim outlook, especially after the failure of October to December rains.

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23h ago

KNCHR condemns lack of transparency in recent by-elections, reports 57 deaths

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has heavily criticized recent by-elections, citing a severe lack of transparency and widespread irregularities. They reported three deaths directly linked to election-related violence and documented 57 deaths and 616 complaints of human rights violations in 2025.

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Congo President Tshisekedi accuses Rwanda of violating peace deal

This is Congo President Tshisekedi accuses Rwanda of violating peace deal.

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Opposition accuses IEBC of bias, vows to challenge Mbeere North, Malava polls results

The united Kenyan Opposition is accusing the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of bias and being a State puppet, vowing to challenge the results of the Malava and Mbeere North parliamentary by-elections. They claim these recent polls exposed a questionable relationship between the government and the electoral body.

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Families of two Kariobangi men shot in chaotic celebrations attended by Gachagua seek justice

Two men in Kariobangi North were shot and injured by rubber bullets during chaotic celebrations of a ward representative's election victory, an event attended by opposition leader Rigathi Gachagua. Over a week later, the families are still seeking justice and medical assistance.

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Autopsy reveals 12-year-old girl found murdered in Embakasi was defiled, tortured and strangled

A 12-year-old girl, Patience Mumbe, who went missing last Thursday in Embakasi, was found murdered with an autopsy revealing she was defiled, tortured, and strangled.

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Ruto: Five new luxury hotels to be built within Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary

President William Ruto announced plans to construct five new high-end hotels within the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary, aiming to boost national tourism revenue. This initiative shifts tourism towards upscale experiences to maximize earnings for conservation and local communities.

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Sonko officially registers new political party ahead of 2027 elections

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has officially registered his new political party, the National Economic Development Party (NEDP), marking his return to politics ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Ruto: AI-enabled cameras, surveillance systems deployed to protect Rhino Sanctuary

President William Ruto has announced the deployment of advanced AI-enabled cameras, drones, and aerial surveillance systems to protect the newly expanded Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary, now the largest rhino sanctuary globally. This initiative aims to safeguard the endangered black rhino population, with Kenya hosting nearly 78 percent of the world’s remaining Eastern Black Rhinos.

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Long distance bus operators warned against overloading ahead of Christmas rush

Long-distance bus operators in Kenya are being warned against overloading as passengers travel home for the Christmas holidays. This initiative aims to enhance safety and protect the country’s extensive road network.

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