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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 10.05.2026.
It displays 147 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
10.05.2026 ⇢ The Day of the Africa Forward Summit Kickoff
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The day was dominated by the arrival of French President Macron and other heads of state for the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, with road closures and security preparations. Kenya and France signed 11 cooperation agreements, including a Ksh12.5 billion commuter rail expansion. Meanwhile, the building collapse in Ngong' continued to draw rescue efforts, and the Mandera matatu attack aftermath saw police manhunts. Political developments included DP Kindiki seeking to cross-examine a doctor in Gachagua's impeachment case, and Ruth Odinga publicly criticizing John Mbadi over ODM internal tensions. Aliko Dangote's interest in a Sh2.2 trillion refinery deal in Kenya also emerged.
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Israeli forces and Iran-backed Hezbollah have traded fire daily, mostly in southern Lebanon, despite the ceasefire agreement in effect since April 17.
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The suspects were arrested in an office building in Central Jakarta as authorities pursue crackdowns on online gambling -- which is banned in the world's largest Muslim-majority nation -- and on int...
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The European Union is sending two further planes for remaining European citizens, Fernando Grande-Marlaska added. The U.S. and UK have confirmed planes and contingency plans were being arranged for...
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Recent days have seen the biggest flare-ups in fighting in and around the Strait of Hormuz since a ceasefire began a month ago, and the United Arab Emirates came under renewed attack on Friday....
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The bill, dubbed the Clarity Act, would, if signed into law, clarify financial regulators' jurisdiction over the burgeoning sector, potentially boosting digital asset adoption....
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05:46⇢Eight Floors Fall Again
⌨The newspapers report on a building collapse in Ngong' where an eight-storey structure under construction fell, prompting a multi-agency rescue operation (TV47 Digital). Meanwhile, police launch a manhunt after a Mandera matatu attack left six dead (Eastleigh Voice). Other stories include the US Senate committee considering a crypto bill (Citizen) and Trump-endorsed candidate Ed Gallrein's AI-generated posts sparking mockery (The Kenya Times).
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For France, the meeting may be an opportunity to mend its image after being accused of mishandling some Francophone countries.
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Senators identified three major issues requiring resolution — the apportionment of the fuel levy, the manner of apportionment and the classification of roads.
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For France, the meeting may be an opportunity to mend its image.
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Crude oil imports fell 20% in April to 38.5 million metric tons compared to a year earlier, hitting their lowest level since July 2022, according to customs data released on Saturday....
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VISA vya mauaji ya wanawake na wasichana nchini Kenya vinaendelea kushtua taifa, kila kisa kikiwa...
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The summit will be held in Nairobi on May 11-12 and is expected to attract more than 30 heads of state and government, alongside over 4,000 global delegates.
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US President Donald Trump had said on Friday that he was expecting Iran's response to Washington's latest proposal on a deal to extend a fragile truce and launch peace talks -- "supposedly tonight"....
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Ngotho now joins UDA candidate Samuel Muchina in awaiting clearance by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
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There are many Marurui-like cases where people have lost land.
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The update followed the cold-blooded murder of PCEA reverend Julius Ngari on the night of May 3 after attackers stormed…
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"If we can have the summer that we are planning to have, then I'm 100 percent convinced that we will be a different team next season than we are now. Different in terms of results, different in how th...
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The government has announced that VVIP movement is expected along key roads including Mombasa Road, Lang’ata Road, Thika Road, Limuru Road and Kiambu Road.
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VITA vikali vya kisiasa vya kudhibiti kura za eneo la Mlima Kenya Mashariki vimeibuka huku makundi...
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South Korea has one of the world's lowest birth rates, and the government has spent billions of dollars trying to encourage citizens to have more babies and cushion the worst impacts of a shrinking po...
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A total of 22 films are competing for the prestigious Palme d'Or for best film which will be handed out on May 23.
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Motorists in Nairobi face traffic disruptions from May 11 due to the African Forward Summit 2026 at KICC. Key roads will have restrictions for a smoother event.
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Eastleigh Voice
Under the new guidelines, all pending eligible cases will be audited and transferred within 30 days, while judgments already delivered will remain unaffected.
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Sammy Ngotho will fly the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) flag in the Ol Kalou by-election after he won the party nomination exercise held on Saturday....
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08:38⇢Summit Roadblocks
⌨The newspapers report on the upcoming Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, with road closures announced (Tuko, TNX Africa). Meanwhile, the building collapse in Ngong' continues to be covered (TV47 Digital). Other stories include Haniel Kudwoli's swimming bronze (The Kenya Times) and Sammy Ngotho winning the DCP ticket for Ol Kalou by-election (Capital FM, Nairobi Leo).
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Thigo was a great attacking midfielder, nicknamed the “90-minute man”, “the midfield general”, “Ogango Wuon Pap” and “owner of the field”.
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There are celebrity weddings… and then there are moments that completely break the internet. On Saturday, May 9, beloved comedian and media personality Sande Bush alias Dr Ofweneke gave Kenyans…
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Taifa Leo
WAZIRI wa Biashara, Lee Kinyanjui, amefichua kuwa mpango wa serikali wa kujenga viwanda kwenye...
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The visitors squandered several chances on the counter-attack before Schlager hooked the ball in at a corner to give Leipzig the lead just before half time.
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The orders are intended to streamline the handling of road accident compensation disputes, which have resulted in a…
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Reverend Ngari was killed during a church raid at Tabuga Parish on May 3 as the attackers also assaulted the watchman Benard Nyamwaka.
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Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Luhya community have intensified calls for Western Kenya to be considered for the deputy president (DP) position in the 2027 general elections arguing that…
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Waziri wa Ardhi Kaunti ya Kajiado, Hamilton Parseina, pamoja na afisa wa cheo cha chini katika...
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The United Nations is making one of its largest-ever infrastructure investments in Africa since its inception besides peacekeeping, with Secretary-General António Guterres visiting Kenya next week to mark a nearly…
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After decades of waiting, residents of Laikipia North are celebrating what they describe as a long-overdue turning point in infrastructure development, following renewed government commitment to construct the Nanyuki–Doldol road.…
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SHIRIKA la Afya Duniani (WHO) jana lilitangaza kuwa mlipuko wa virusi vya hantavirus una hatari...
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The six-leg tournament, which serves as a key scouting platform for Kenya’s national rugby sevens teams, will begin in Nakuru before culminating with the 60th edition of the Christie Sevens in Nairobi...
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"A country is built by the sweat of wenye nchi, and they deserve to enjoy its benefits, not see them stolen by the corrupt....
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National Carrier Kenya Airways (KQ) has announced a disruption on the Cape Town-Nairobi route after one of its planes suffered a bird strike in South Africa....
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Ngotho garnered 12,957 votes against Paul Waiganjo’s 4,978 votes in the party primaries.
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Sabalenka also had to have a time out for what appeared to be a problem with her left hip, casting doubt on her fitness ahead of Roland Garros later this month.
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Pokot elders in West Pokot County have expressed their dissatisfaction in how authorities are responding and dealing with those causing mayhem in the county. Addressing the media in Kapenguria, the …
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10:32⇢FBI Boss in Nairobi Crime Talks
⌨The newspapers report on the DCI hosting an FBI boss in Nairobi, deepening Kenya-US crime cooperation (The Kenya Times). Meanwhile, Martha Koome issues new orders on road accident claims (Kenyans), and Pokot elders threaten to curse bandits (TV47 Digital). The Africa Forward Summit road closures are still ongoing (Tuko).
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The Kenya Times
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Ngotho won the party primaries with 12,957 votes as Paul Waiganjo came second with 4,978 votes.
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki now wants the court to allow him cross-examine renowned cardiologist Dr Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo over a supplementary affidavit filed in the impeachment case involving former…
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Kenya now stands at a crossroads that could reshape its energy future and its standing in the region for a generation.
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MKUTANO mkubwa wa Afrika na Ufaransa unaotarajiwa kufanyika Nairobi utawaleta pamoja zaidi ya...
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He argues that the affidavit sworn by Dr. Gikonyo on April 28, 2026 raises disputed factual and medical issues that can only be tested through oral cross-examination.
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Each year, thousands of young people enter the job market, only to find limited opportunities.
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Gachagua has effectively used the Ol Kalou by-election nominations to demonstrate that DCP is a formidable force in Mt Kenya.
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TV47 Digital
The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is set to visit Kenya on Monday May 11, 2026 at a time when the African continent is pushing for a permanent representation at…
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KIONGOZI wa chama cha ODM, Dkt Oburu Oginga, Mei 08, 2026 alijitokeza hadharani baada ya kutoweka...
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The DCI said the arrests followed extensive forensic and intelligence-led investigations conducted by detectives drawn from the Homicide Unit, Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau...
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The plane landed safely Cape Town International Airport at approximately 1:55 p.m but further inspections rendered it unsafe for takeoff.
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Three passengers from the MV Hondius -- a Dutch husband and wife and a German woman -- have died, while others have fallen sick with the rare disease, which usually spreads among rodents....
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12:53⇢Gachagua's Rising Mountain Force
⌨The newspapers report on the shifting political landscape in Mt. Kenya, where Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s DCP party outperformed the ruling UDA in Ol Kalou (Daily Nation, Eastleigh Voice). Simultaneously, Nairobi prepares for diplomatic engagements as UN Secretary-General António Guterres arrives for the African Forward Summit, triggering major road closures across the capital (TV47 Digital, Tuko).
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An army specialist team parachuted onto the island of Tristan da Cunha, Britain's most remote overseas territory, a defence ministry statement said.
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Gikonyo told the court that on October 17, 2024, he carried out comprehensive clinical assessments on Gachagua, including physical examinations, diagnostic tests and cardiological evaluations to determine the underlying cause of his condition.
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Ruth Odinga castigated the CS for allegedly advancing attacks on the Odinga family to remain relevant....
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The station entered a transformative era under the late renowned businessman and industrialist Dr. Chris Kirubi, whose acquisition of Capital FM helped shape the...
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MBUNGE wa Kiharu Ndindi Nyoro amejikuta katikati ya mvutano mkali wa kisiasa Mlima Kenya, ambapo...
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"The world will share this moment and that's how this tournament will begin," FIFA president Gianni Infantino said in a statement.
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KATIKA kipindi hiki cha mabadiliko ya tabianchi, uzalishaji wa chakula duniani unazidi kuwa kwenye...
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The summit is expected to provide a platform for strengthening Africa-France cooperation and advancing dialogue on trade, investment, innovation, and sustainable development.
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The address comes at a time when over 110,000 youths are eagerly waiting for the second rollout of the Ksh 25,000 even…
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The Kenya Times
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Residents claimed the missing men are respected community elders and former chiefs who currently serve as village elders in the area.
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KAULI za baadhi ya viongozi wa Kenya Kwanza kutaka marupurupu ya rais mstaafu Uhuru Kenyatta...
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TV47 Digital
The United Nations (UN) Secretary General António Guterres is set to visit Kenya on Monday, May 11. The visit comes at a time when the UN is making one of…
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Major political heavyweights are openly competing to recruit Ndindi.
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Major political heavyweights are openly competing to recruit Ndindi.
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Qatar's defence ministry said the freighter had been arriving in the country's waters from Abu Dhabi and was hit by a drone northeast of the port of Mesaieed.
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14:26⇢Divided Peaks of the Mountain
⌨The newspapers report on the deepening power struggle within the Mt. Kenya region. Editors highlight the legal maneuvers in the Gachagua impeachment case, specifically DP Kindiki's request to cross-examine medical witnesses (Eastleigh Voice). Concurrently, the focus is on the political recruitment of Ndindi Nyoro by rival factions (Daily Nation) and threats regarding former President Kenyatta's retirement benefits (Taifa Leo).
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The nominations demonstrates that DCP is a formidable force in Mt Kenya.
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Sales receipts are expected to become a key funding source for expanding affordable housing projects after the polls.
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According to the DCI, the discussions focused on joint efforts in tackling terrorism, cybercrime, organised crime, financial fraud, human trafficking, narcotics trafficking, money laundering,...
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Martha Karua, the People’s Liberation Party (PLP) 2027 Presidential Aspirant and Party Leader, has urged Kenyans to “Ondoa Wakulaji, weka wafanyikazi” during the PLP’s Tour of Tharaka Nithi and Embu…
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Speaking in Muhoroni Constituency during the burial of a union member, Atwoli said he would like to see Gachagua cleared by the courts to vie for the presidency, insisting he lacks the capacity to uns...
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The Kenya Times
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US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran had "taken some shots" at the Panama-flagged vessel and urged South Korea to join American operations aimed at restoring normal shipping through the str...
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Daily Nation
Miscalculations that cost UDA man party ticket in Ol Kalou nominations.
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International Criminal Court (ICC) is preparing for elections to fill six vacant judge positions on its bench,…
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Wetang’ula spoke during an interactive engagement with a delegation from Webuye East Constituency, where he listened to concerns raised by sugarcane farmers over what they described as irregular and i...
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Ruth Odinga recounted tense exchanges that allegedly unfolded during the May 3 meeting, claiming Mbadi questioned the family’s influence within the Orange Democratic Movement...
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BILIONEA wa Nigeria Aliko Dangote anatathmini kujenga kiwanda cha kusafisha mafuta chenye uwezo wa...
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Wamalwa spoke during a thanksgiving Mass at Olokirkirai Catholic Church in Narok North Constituency held in honour of Deacon James Meeli.
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Speaking during the Murang’a Youth Service graduation at Ihura Stadium, Kang’ata said anti-graft and security agencies are sometimes deployed against leaders under the guise of fighting corruption....
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The explosion took place Saturday at the Las Quintas mine in Pueblo Viejo, a village in Cucunuba municipality, said Jorge Emilio Rey, the governor of Cundinamarca department....
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17:10⇢Odinga Fortress Cracks
⌨The newspapers report on the intensifying internal friction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Editors highlight Ruth Odinga’s public criticism of John Mbadi for questioning her family's influence during a party retreat (Capital FM, Nairobi Leo). This political tension is paralleled by opposition leader Martha Karua's tour of Eastern Kenya, where she explicitly rejected government infrastructure and healthcare promises (TV47 Digital).
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The Kenya Times
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The Commission said it had taken note of recent reports involving recruits who were discontinued from police training over issues including forged academic documents,...
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Canary Islands authorities have warned that the operation must be completed by Monday.
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The government has dismissed a notice circulating on social media claiming that NYOTA Project beneficiaries will receive Ksh25,000 start-up capital from Monday, May 11....
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President William Ruto held talks with other Heads of State, including President Joseph Boakai of Liberia, President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire, President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone and&...
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Mshindi katika mchujo wa DCP Sammy Ngotho alijipatia kura 12,957 ikilinganishwa na mshindi wa UDA...
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Macron hopes to highlight France's renewed relationship with the continent as a "report card on his Africa policy."
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French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Nairobi ahead of the upcoming Africa Forward Summit....
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NGEC says the removal of 18 pregnant police recruits exposes policy gaps and raises concerns over discrimination and constitutional rights.
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The Kenya Times
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Ruto and Guterres will break ground for the new conference facility and inaugurate the completed modern office buildings.
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Kenya Railways maintains that the efforts are part of the nationwide operation targeting illegally occupied railway…
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Sheila Mutundi's Raila Airways aims to connect Asia and Africa, honouring Raila Odinga's legacy with a blend of Kenyan identity and global service excellence.
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Taifa Leo
Kenya Police Bullets ndio mabingwa wa Ligi kuu ya Wanawake (KWPL) msimu huyu wa 2025/26.
Bullets...
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The former Kenyan international has overseen a remarkable turnaround at APS Bomet, guiding the team through a challenging stretch of the season with resilience and consistency....
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Dangote indicated that Kenya is emerging as a strong contender for the project, pointing to infrastructure advantages along the coast.
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19:47⇢Macron Arrives for Africa Forward Summit
⌨The newspapers report on French President Macron's arrival in Nairobi for the Africa Forward Summit (Nairobi Leo). Meanwhile, Aliko Dangote targets Kenya for a Sh2.2 trillion fuel refinery deal (Eastleigh Voice), and the Gender Commission raises concerns over dismissal of pregnant police recruits (Capital FM).
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Kenya and France have inked a USD800 million deal to explore partnerships in innovation, green energy, digital…
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Gachagua warned that the ongoing silence from authorities could embolden the perpetrators.
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MAKALA ya tano ya michuano ya Safaricom Chapa Dimba, yalizinduliwa rasmi Jumamosi katika Uwanja wa...
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The President said Nairobi Commuter Rail Line 5 will expand and upgrade key commuter rail corridors linking Nairobi to satellite towns such as Syokimau, Embakasi, Ruiru, and Kikuyu....
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Citizen TV
Kalonzo says Kenya’s selection as host should not be overly glorified.
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Among the key agreements signed is the rehabilitation and modernisation of the KSh12.5 billion Nairobi Commuter Rail project, which President Ruto described as a...
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President Ruto and President Macron agrees to strengthen ties between two countries.
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Daily Nation
President Ruto and President Macron agrees to strengthen ties between two countries.
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Eastleigh Voice
The leaders defended ODM’s growing cooperation with President William Ruto’s administration, arguing that the working relationship was intended to promote development, national unity and equitable distribution of resources regardless of political affiliation.
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Eastleigh Voice
The leaders defended ODM’s growing cooperation with President William Ruto’s administration, arguing that the working relationship was intended to promote development, national unity and equitable distribution of resources regardless of political affiliation.
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Wetang’ula also urged Bungoma residents to support President Ruto’s bid for a second term, saying it would ensure ongoing development projects are completed.
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Daily Nation
President Ruto and President Macron agrees to strengthen ties between two countries.
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Capital FM
"Since Kenya got into multi party politics, it is only the Late President Mwai Kibaki's victory in 2002 that was not challenged in court...
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