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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 11.05.2026.
It displays 132 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
11.05.2026 ⇢ The Day of the Africa Forward Summit Deals
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Editors prioritized the outcomes of the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, with the arrival of UN Secretary-General António Guterres for a Sh44 billion UNON expansion and President Ruto’s multi-billion infrastructure deals with Emmanuel Macron dominating the morning headlines. Concurrently, Deputy President Gachagua shifted the security narrative by blaming Jubaland forces for the recent Mandera attack, marking a strategic development from the previous day's reporting on the massacre itself. By midday, attention moved toward economic policy as Treasury CS John Mbadi defended the Finance Bill 2026. Outlets highlighted his justifications for a 25% levy on imported phones and the reintroduction of taxes on second-hand clothes (mitumba), while addressing criticisms regarding PAYE tax relief. This coverage reflected an editorial focus on the tension between government revenue needs and public concern over the cost of living. The day’s narrative concluded with Macron’s cultural engagements in Nairobi and his public scolding of summit attendees over noise. Late reports focused on the government’s response to the West Pokot mine collapse and the IEBC’s distribution of ballot papers for upcoming by-elections.
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Guterres will join President William Ruto in presiding over the groundbreaking and official launch of a major expansion project at the United Nations Office...
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05:21⇢Nairobi's Multi-Billion Rail Pact
⌨The newspapers report on the tangible outcomes of President Emmanuel Macron’s visit for the Africa Forward Summit. Editors highlight the signing of a Ksh12.5 billion agreement between Presidents Ruto and Macron to expand the Nairobi Commuter Rail and strengthen green energy ties (Daily Nation, Kenyans, Nairobi Leo). This diplomatic focus coincides with UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ arrival to launch a major expansion of the UN headquarters in Nairobi (Capital FM).
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ALIYEKUWA Naibu wa Rais Rigathi Gachagua amechukua udhibiti wa siasa za Ol Kalou baada ya...
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The closure, which takes effect at midnight on May 11, will affect City Hall Way, Parliament Road, Harambee Avenue, and Taifa Road. Access will...
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Workers earning below Sh50,000 face delayed benefit as Treasury races to raise Sh120 billion in new revenues.
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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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The report presents a stark picture of inequality in Kenya, arguing that economic expansion has not translated into broad-based prosperity despite the country’s position as one of East Africa’s strongest economies.
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TUME ya Huduma kwa Walimu (TSC) inapigwa darubini na wadau wa elimu kuhusu kile kinachodaiwa...
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Detectives say the phone was activated a few days after the break-in, attack and murder.
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It is worth noting that previous finance bills have sparked outrage, causing demonstrations in the country after they…
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Barca defeated Los Blancos 2-0 in the Clasico at Camp Nou to claim back-to-back titles with three games to spare.
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Kenya Railways has issued a statement addressing claims circulating on social media over an ongoing property dispute involving an elderly woman....
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Spanish media have reported Flick will extend his contract, which expires in 2027, by a year.
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FC Barcelona sealed their 29th La Liga title in style after beating fierce rivals Real Madrid CF 2-0 in a dramatic El Clásico clash at the Spotify Camp Nou on…
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That episode further highlighted confusion over the role of the NEC itself.
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CHAMA cha ODM kinaonekana kuwa na kibarua kudumisha umaarufu wake eneo la Gusii kutokana na nia ya...
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Guterres is also scheduled to join President William Ruto in presiding over the groundbreaking and official launch of a major expansion project at the...
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The trial has laid bare the internal strife within a circle of elite Silicon Valley engineers, investors and executives.
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The agreements were signed at State House, Nairobi, after bilateral talks between President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron, who is in the country for the Africa Forward Summit beginning Monday, May 11, 2026.
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A string of crashes as well as the European Union's decision to blacklist all Nepalese airlines prompted government officials last year to announce plans to install new radar and weather monitoring sy...
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08:32⇢Summit Deals and Border Arrests
⌨The newspapers focus on the Africa Forward Summit, with UN Secretary-General Guterres arriving for a Sh44bn UNON expansion and President Ruto signing 11 deals with French President Macron (Capital FM, Eastleigh Voice, Tuko). A border crisis emerges as Kenyan drivers' leaders are arrested in Uganda (The Kenya Times).
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Trump's first trip to China in his second term will feature pomp and ceremony including a tour of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing and a lavish state banquet.
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has received election materials ahead of the upcoming by-elections scheduled for May 14, 2026 in different parts of the country. The electoral agency…
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has received ballot papers and statutory forms for the Thursday, May 14, by-elections....
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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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RAIS William Ruto mnamo Jumamosi jioni alifanya ziara ya ghafla jijini Nairobi kukagua barabara na...
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The bill's objective was to facilitate corporate restructuring without tax friction and to prevent double taxation…
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The election materials are designated for the by-election for Member of the National Assembly in Emurua Dikirr Constituency, as well as the Member of...
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WAZEE wa Chama cha Utamaduni cha Wilaya ya Malindi (MADCA) pamoja na serikali ya Kaunti ya Kilifi...
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The accident occurred after a truck collided with a bodaboda.
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Okode had perished in the ill-fated gold mine collapse alongside his elder brother.
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Several Presidents and heads of government have arrived in Nairobi to attend the Africa Forward Summit....
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Some other countries were only quarantining people from the ship for a few days before telling them to isolate at home, the minister said.
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The President assented to the Income Tax Bill, the Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill and the Technopolis Bill at State House Nairobi on Monday.
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The Technopolis Act establishes a comprehensive legal framework for the creation, development, and governance of technopolises in Kenya.
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TAHARUKI kuhusu uchaguzi imegubika jimbo la Louisiana kutokana na uamuzi uliotolewa wiki...
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The union is pushing for a 2025–2029 CBA that proposes a 55 per cent salary adjustment, which it says is aligned with inflation trends...
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According to Gachagua, the foreign forces are in Kenya illegally, hence they should be immediately removed.
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KUMEZUKA malalamiko mapya kufuatia uamuzi wa Rais William Ruto wa kufufua mpango wa malipo ya karo...
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11:09⇢Summit Arrivals and Mandera Blame
⌨The newspapers report on the Africa Forward Summit, with several presidents arriving in Nairobi (Nairobi Leo). Meanwhile, Deputy President Gachagua claims Jubaland forces were behind the Mandera attack that killed six (Citizen). Doctors' union demands a 55% pay rise with a 90-day ultimatum (Capital FM).
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Luis Enrique's side are also preparing for the Champions League final against Arsenal later this month after edging Bayern 6-5 on aggregate in their semi-final.
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President William Ruto has signed into law three key pieces of legislation — the Income Tax Bill, the Special Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill, and the Technopolis Bill — during a…
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The third body was recovered on Sunday evening after rescuers worked for hours to clear debris from the collapsed shaft.
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The three-day tournament attracted 82 golfers, with 32 players making the cut after 36 holes in a highly competitive event on the Kenya Amateur Golf Circuit calendar.
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WAZIRI wa Fedha, John Mbadi ameghairia nia kuhusu ahadi ya kupunguza ushuru wa mshahara kwa...
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Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka dismissed the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, claiming Kenya was chosen to host due to divisions among Francophone nations rather than merit.
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Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has accused some leaders of deliberately creating tension and insecurity in the country as Kenya approaches the 2027 General Election. He warned that such actions…
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Young people drawn from different sectors including technology, agriculture, climate innovation, arts and digital content creation shared their experiences, challenges and aspirations with the...
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The victory further
cements Kabras RFC’s status as the dominant force in Kenyan rugby, with
experience once again proving to be their greatest weapon when it mattered
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The election, set for December 2026 in New York, seeks to fill six vacancies on the ICC bench.
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Under the proposal, five per cent of the customs value of imported mitumba goods would automatically be treated as taxable income.
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13:03⇢Taxing Mitumba and Phones
⌨The newspapers report on the Finance Bill 2026, which proposes taxing imported mitumba and phones, drawing public scrutiny (Capital FM). Meanwhile, President Ruto campaigns for Justice Njoki Ndung'u's ICC seat (Daily Nation), and opposition leaders criticize Kenya's selection to host the Africa Forward Summit due to Francophone divisions (Eastleigh Voice).
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Survivors say poverty and hunger leave them with no choice but to keep mining
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City trail Arsenal by five points with a game in hand. The Gunners edged West Ham United 1-0 and can clinch the title with victories at home to Burnley and away against Crystal Palace...
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A 27-year-old woman in Kentucky is facing legal trouble after authorities say she gave her 22-month-old son a tattoo, an act that has drawn widespread attention and a child abuse…
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The floods have hit Nyando, Kisumu East, Kisumu Central, and Nyakach sub-counties, leaving transport networks paralysed.
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The court heard that Shaklane committed the offence on November 16, 2025, in Fafi sub-county, Garissa County.
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Police officers who responded to the scene have begun collecting evidence and recording statements from witnesses.
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French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off his visit to Kenya with a series of cultural and sporting engagements, blending diplomacy with local experiences in Nairobi....
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The Port of Lamu has marked a major milestone after receiving the largest ship ever to dock in the East and Central Africa region, signaling the growing importance of Kenya’s…
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CS Mbadi said the govt had consolidated multiple charges into a single excise duty of 25 per cent, replacing what he claimed was an...
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized the government over what he termed as silence following the killing of PCEA minister Rev. Julius Ndumia, raising concerns over the safety of…
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Fiscal policy cannot be treated only as a tool for revenue collection.
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For Kiarie, the medals are not just personal achievement but a clear proof that determination and focus can overcome massive challenges and lack of support.
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The latest accident claimed two people when boats collided at the Kilindini Channel on Saturday.
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The debate was led on the Senate floor by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei, who demanded clarity from the government on whether agencies such as the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) had effectively monitored recent adjustments in fuel, transport and essential commodity prices.
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GAVANA Irungu Kang’ata wa Murang’a ameibuka tena kama mmoja wa viongozi wanaotikisa siasa za...
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15:27⇢Mbadi Defends Phone Levy
⌨The newspapers report on the Finance Bill 2026, with CS Mbadi defending a 25% phone levy and explaining tax cuts for low earners (Capital FM, Kenyans). Meanwhile, French President Macron's cultural engagements in Nairobi are covered (Nairobi Leo), and a historic ship docking is noted (The Kenya Times).
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The High Court also directed the OCS Kiambu Police Station to oversee the implementation and enforcement of the court orders.
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President William Ruto on Sunday, May 10 got a rare opportunity to introduce Lady Justice Njoki Ndung’u, Kenya’s candidate for a seat at the International Criminal Court (ICC), to French…
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MANCHESTER City inaendelea kujipa imani katika mbio za kufukuzia ubingwa wa Ligi Kuu ya Uingereza...
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Njoki Ndung'u is among the founding judges of Kenya’s Supreme Court and also the principal architect of Kenya’s Sexual Offences Act.
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“I am incredibly proud and honoured to be leading these two offices in Vienna at a critical time for multilateralism,” said Ms. Juma.
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The clarification is expected to reduce late-filing penalties arising when employees are unable to access their tax…
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The prolific form of Haaland has been largely responsible for Marmoush's prolonged spell on the sidelines, with the Norway international Haaland scoring is 50th goal of the season for club and country...
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Obilo’s charges are now three points behind league leaders Kenya Ports Authority as the race for the title continues to take shape.
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The organisations warned that years of progress in the fight against HIV, tuberculosis (TB), and malaria could be reversed if governments fail to strengthen health systems and increase financing for h...
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The sophisticated sexual exploitation network was disguised as humanitarian organisation.
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He spoke during the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the expanded United Nations Office at Nairobi Assembly Hall, Gigiri, alongside UN Secretary-General António Guterres....
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President William Ruto and United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday, May 11, broke ground for the construction of the expanded United Nations Office at Nairobi ...
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Former President Uhuru Kenyatta joins regional leaders in Kampala as Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni is sworn in for another five-year term following his re-election in January 2026.
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Nairobi, Kenya – May 11th, 2026 – Kenyan specialty tea farmers and producers are set to gain direct access to premium international markets following the signing of a landmark offtake and promotional…
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Emmanuel Macron is in Kenya for the Africa Forward Summit, a two-day meeting being co-hosted by William Ruto and France on May 11 and 12.
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TUNAPOTUNGA sentensi sharti tuzingatie upatanisho wa kisarufi ili sentensi ziwe sahihi.
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Mbadi was forced to clarify the matter following public criticism after PAYE relief measures were omitted from the…
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18:33⇢Tea Deal Blooms After Macron's Scolding
⌨The newspapers report on President Ruto's diplomatic gains from the Africa Forward Summit, with a landmark tea deal for Kenyan farmers after Macron's visit (The Kenya Times, TV47 Digital). Meanwhile, Macron scolds summit attendees over noise (Citizen), and Ruto breaks ground for a UN expansion with Guterres (Nairobi Leo).
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The sudden shift by NSTSA is to solve the long list of problems that physical handling of logbooks caused, with the e-…
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The judiciary has repeatedly warned that people deemed to be acting against national security face asset seizures in the wake of January protests and against the backdrop of the war against Israel and...
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A jet linked to President William Ruto flew Madagascar’s junta leader Michael Randrianirina to Nairobi ahead of the Africa Forward Summit, marking a rare diplomatic engagement with a leader who came to power through an unconstitutional transition.
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KINARA wa Mawaziri Musalia Mudavadi ameonyesha imani yake kuwa Rais William Ruto atashinda 2027 kwa...
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A jet linked to President William Ruto flew Madagascar’s junta leader Michael Randrianirina to Nairobi ahead of the Africa Forward Summit, marking a rare diplomatic engagement with a leader who came to power through an unconstitutional transition.
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Meanwhile, 12-time league champions AFC Leopards will face relegation-threatened Ulinzi Stars in their game in hand. A win would cut Gor Mahia’s lead at the top of the table to fou...
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The weatherman has issued a raft of alerts and warnings to Kenyans, with more regions expected to receive more than…
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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has reaffirmed its commitment to a long-standing strategic partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to intensify the fight against public corruption, economic…
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French President Emmanuel Macron momentarily halted a youth forum at the University of Nairobi after expressing frustration over noise from sections of the audience during the even...
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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has unveiled a major package of development projects in Mwea, commissioning a mega bulk water supply system while at the same time allocating land for expansion…
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The union issued a 21-day ultimatum to the government to reflect basic salary adjustments in doctors’ payslips, warning that failure to do so would trigger contempt of court proceedings and industrial...
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As a financier, the Kenya Development Corporation is pushing for a change in laws that would drive policy and protect the intellectual property of...
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"We have to stay humble," said teenage rising star Lewis-Skelly, now back in Arsenal's starting line-up after spending much of the season on the sidelines.
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UHASAMA wa kisiasa unazidi kutokota kati ya Jubilee na DCP baada ya vyama hivyo viwili kusema...
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The High Court has issued conservatory orders freezing all transactions on the disputed Paradise Lost property in Kiambu County pending determination of an ongoing ownership case.
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The family of Njunge Nduati said the violence targeted a one-acre parcel they claim is ancestral land, insisting it was transferred to their father by their late grandfather in 1997....
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The commission said it received three pallets containing ballot papers and election forms at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with the materials destined for the parliamentary by-election in Emuru...
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The Cabinet Secretary also urged artisanal miners across the country to adhere to safety regulations as the government moves to streamline the mining sector.
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21:38⇢Mine Collapse Aftermath and By-Election Preparations
⌨The newspapers report on the government's response to the West Pokot mine collapse, covering medical and funeral costs for victims (Capital FM). Meanwhile, the IEBC prepares ballot papers for three by-elections (Citizen), and the High Court freezes transactions on disputed Paradise Lost land in Kiambu (Eastleigh Voice).
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Mbadi, who was speaking while clarifying proposals in the Bill, said the mitumba tax plan would be brought back through amendments, arguing it was aimed at simplifying taxation in the sector by collec...
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After the first cases of Covid in late 2019, it was referred to as the "novel coronavirus" because it was a brand new pathogen.
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Among the agreements is a Ksh104 billion joint venture to renovate and expand the Port of Mombasa, with French logistics firm CMA CGM committing to refurbish two terminals at an investment of about 70...
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"Nico Williams was substituted for his brother in the 36th minute of the match after suffering a moderate hamstring strain in his left leg," Athleti said.
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"Moscow's record battlefield losses, Ukraine deep strikes into Russia, and Moscow's shrinking military parade, these things all show that the dynamics of the war are changing," Kallas said after a mee...
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The High Court ruled that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission failed to provide sufficient evidence to support claims of fraud in a Turkana County school feeding programme, effectively clearing the accused officials and supplier of liability in the Sh24.9 million dispute.
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"He's a big server so his percentage was not very high, which helped me for sure a little bit, but I've been returning very well the second serves," said Sinner.
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