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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 16.04.2026.
It displays 180 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
16.04.2026 ⇢ The Day Parliament Slashed Fuel VAT
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Morning coverage focused on the aftermath of EPRA's fuel price reversal, with multiple sources detailing matatu operators maintaining high fares despite the reduction and escalating concerns over fuel quality, including legal action over carcinogenic chemicals and parliamentary probes into substandard imports. Early afternoon reports consolidated around political tensions between the ruling UDA and opposition ODM, with mutual accusations over fuel pricing and ODM demanding respect amid coalition talks, while bishops warned of rising political goonism ahead of the 2027 elections. By late afternoon, editorial attention shifted to parliamentary action as MPs passed the VAT Amendment Bill, slashing fuel tax to 8%, providing relief at the pump while opposition figures accused ODM leaders of betrayal for cooperating with the government.
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Mikel Arteta's team were well below their best in the quarter-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium.But they held onto their slender first-leg advantage as Sporting failed to make them pay for the...
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EPRA Director Eng. Kinyua stated that the international oil suppliers declined to transact directly with unfamiliar firms, citing concerns over the risks involved in ha...
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For the first time in Real's long Champions League history, their starting XI did not contain a single Spanish player. Jude Bellingham, who impressed off the bench in the first leg, was one of fo...
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WAKENYA waliamkia wimbi jipya la masaibu kiuchumi hapo jana huku wakianza kuhisi athari za bei za...
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Ruto’s UDA has had running political tension with its allies, including ODM.
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Alcaraz received a medical timeout at the end of the first set during his 6-4, 6-3 win over Virtanen on Tuesday but did not show any signs of physical discomfort.
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Kenyans.co.ke
The annoucrment comes amid widespread outrage by members of the public following yesterday's fuel price raise.
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06:10⇢EPRA's Fuel Price Retreat
⌨The newspapers report on EPRA's revision of fuel prices following public uproar over yesterday's increase, with multiple sources (Kenyans, Standard Media, Taifaleo, Daily Nation) detailing the reversal and political tensions within the ruling coalition. Meanwhile, other outlets (Citizen, The Kenya Times, Tuko) cover separate stories including sports injuries, international politics, and weather forecasts.
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The Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA-Kenya), which had been handling her case, said Mitoh’s death was not just a personal tragedy but the culmination of repeated warning signs that were ignored or mishandled.
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Wandayi said recent disruptions and growing public controversy in the petroleum industry were being driven by entrenched interests resisting change.
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HATUA ya UDA kutaka kupanua mawanda yake nje ya ngome zake za kisiasa imeanza kuvuruga uhusiano...
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Matatus had announced an initial hike in prices after the government had announced hikes by Ksh28 and Ksh40 for petrol…
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"To go back-to-back semi-finals is an is an amazing achievement for this group," Rice told TNT Sports."We want to now go one step further than last year and get to the final."...
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The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has announcing legal action over alleged dangerous and carcinogenic chemicals found in fuel linked to Kenya's marking programme....
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The Kenya Times
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NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 15 – A parliamentary committee has cleared Mediheal Group of Hospitals of allegations of organ trafficking, bringing to a close month...
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HOSPITALI tatu kubwa za rufaa nchini zinakabiliwa na upungufu wa wahudumu muhimu na misongamano,...
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The slain woman was a small-scale dairy and maize farmer in Uasin Gishu County.
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Iran has effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz.
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Snap has gone through several rounds of job cuts during the past four years.
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KPA told senators that standard maritime procedures were followed once documentation was received.
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Kinyua maintained that the structure of the deal was primarily shaped by risk concerns and preferences expressed by international oil suppliers rather than domestic political considerations.
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Higher prices for fertilizers, which are used in agriculture, may entice countries to halt food exports.
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Speaking with Movistar, Arbeloa said the referee "ruined" the match by sending off Camavinga, claiming the official did not know he was already on a yellow.
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MAAFISA wa upelelezi kutoka Idara ya Upelelezi wa Jinai (DCI) wameelekeza uchunguzi wao kwenye simu...
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09:03⇢Fuel's Chemical Scrutiny
⌨The newspapers report on escalating concerns over fuel quality and pricing, with multiple sources (Kenyans, Eastleigh Voice, People Daily, Capital FM, Nairobi Leo) detailing investigations into substandard imports, legal action over carcinogenic chemicals, and political admissions about VAT hikes. Meanwhile, other outlets (The Kenya Times, Taifaleo, Citizen) cover separate stories including teacher deductions, criminal arrests, and sports controversies.
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KCB will be looking to build on their strong start when they face ARSU Ladies in their next Group D match scheduled for later Friday, April 16, 2026.
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru have vowed to work together to rally Mt. Kenya region to support President William Ruto’s re-election. They rallied people from the…
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Citizen TV
Shanghai/Keqiao is the opening leg of the 2026 Wanda Diamond League, which will cross four continents and 15 cities en route to the two-day series final in Brussels on September 4-5....
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KAMA njia ya kuzuia wanasiasa kuhama na kudumisha ushawishi wake eneo la Nyanza, chama cha ODM...
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The Kenya Times
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Kalonzo urged the Pope to intercede for peace, unity, and responsible leadership in Kenya.
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The simplified three-step process is part of KRA's broader efforts to make the filing process easier and more…
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"We are not perfect, we recognise that, but there is value in what the players have done," said Arteta, whose club face Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals.
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Interior and National Administration CS Kipchumba Murkomen has left for Brazzaville, the Republic of the Congo, to represent President Ruto during the inauguration of President Denis Sassou Nguesso. President Nguesso…
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PS Wachira acknowledged that a review of electricity costs is unavoidable, but maintained that any increase would be minimal due to measures already put in place by the government.
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At the core of the case is a push to align sentencing with principles of fairness, human dignity, and individualized justice.
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The head of Brazil's electoral court (TSE), justice Carmen Lucia, warned in January that artificial intelligence chatbots could lead to the "contamination" of the October vote in Latin America's bigge...
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NAIBU wa Rais Prof Kithure Kindiki ameonya upinzani akiutaka ujiandae kulambishwa sakafu katika...
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10:58⇢Fuel's Chemical Scrutiny Persists
⌨The newspapers report on continued scrutiny of fuel quality and pricing, with multiple sources (Eastleigh Voice, People Daily, Nairobi Leo, Standard Media, YNews Digital) detailing government reassurances about electricity costs, explanations for exclusions from fuel deals, and legal action over carcinogenic chemicals. Meanwhile, other outlets (Taifaleo, Daily Nation) cover political tensions ahead of the 2027 election.
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Kenya's weather forecast: Expect rainfall and thunderstorms tonight across various counties, including Nairobi and Marsabit, alongside strong southeasterly winds.
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Taifa Leo
KEVIN Mwangi Kamau ambaye ni mkuzaji wa uyoga Jijini Nairobi, anakiri familia yake kila asubuhi...
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Matatu operators say fares will not drop immediately despite April 14 fuel price cuts, citing high costs and poor roads, leaving Kenyan commuters facing sustained higher transport expenses.
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The Kenya Times
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In the third set, VC La Loi showed flashes of resilience, finding gaps in the KPC defense to keep the scores respectable midway through the frame.
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The petitioners insist that all public debt, regardless of where it is held, is subject to full audit oversight and cannot be excluded on...
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The land in question is at the center of a dispute between the government and elders from the Agikuyu community.
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TV47 Digital
The government’s planned affordable housing project in Githunguri, Kiambu County, has been suspended after the High Court issued orders halting all activities on land claimed to be of historical and…
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The Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) has confirmed the detention of a Kenyan vessel, MV Sea Mfalme, by Tanzanian authorities....
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They were killed during protests over the deteriorating services at Ishiara Level 4 Hospital on April 14.
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"In this case it was two great finishes by Lucho (Diaz) and Michael (Olise), to finish the game off for us, and that's what the Champions League is about. Sometimes, you can be the dominant team...
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The initiative brings together young mothers from all 85 wards in the capital, with a mission to popularise the government’s agenda and rally support...
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It was carrying two crew members and six passengers.
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12:22⇢Matatus Defy Fuel Price Relief
⌨The newspapers report on sustained economic pressures affecting Kenyan commuters, with multiple sources (Eastleigh Voice, People Daily, Nairobi Leo, Standard Media, YNews Digital) detailing matatu operators maintaining high fares despite fuel price cuts and political figures addressing related concerns. Meanwhile, other outlets (Capital FM, Daily Nation) cover political mobilization and tensions ahead of the 2027 election.
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Hundreds gathered outside the court for the sentencing in the politically charged case.
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“Shujaa always steps up on the big stage, and this weekend will be no different. I know the players have prepared well, and they are determined to fight their way back to the World Series,” said Wamot...
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Revolving door, board battles and the land deals at the heart of the crisis.
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The soldiers are hovering just above the relegation zone and have struggled for consistency, losing their most recent match 1–0 to APS Bomet. With survival at stake, Ulinzi will be desperate to upset...
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The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) volleyball team delivered a brutal masterclass on Day Two of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Volleyball Club Championship, overpowering Burundi’s Gender Light Club (GLC) in…
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The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) Secretary for Planning and Economic Affairs, Peter Mbae, has accused the government of exploiting the current fuel situation to benefit at the expense…
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The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has secured a conviction after a court in Kithimani sentenced a man to 20 years in prison for rape. In a…
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The Kenya Times
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Kenyans.co.ke
Principal retirements, limited deputy principals and teacher shortages are creating administrative gaps in secondary…
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Iran's participation in the global tournament had been thrown into doubt by the war with the United States and Israel that broke out on February 28.
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The Bishops expressed deep concern over what it described as a growing disregard for the sanctity of life, cautioning that Kenya could be sliding into a dangerous culture marked by violence, trafficking, political intolerance and corruption.
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They argue that the widespread use of halal marks raises key consumer protection concerns.
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The Kenya Times
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The Bill seeks to amend the Forest Conservation and Management Act, Cap. 385 to align it with modern realities, as well as contemporary global...
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14:17⇢Bishops' Warning on Political Goonism
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions ahead of the 2027 elections, with multiple sources (Eastleigh Voice, People Daily, Kalonzo) detailing warnings from bishops about rising goonism, intolerance, and violence. Meanwhile, other outlets (Daily Nation, Kenyans, Capital FM) cover separate institutional crises including a troubled state corporation and looming teacher retirements.
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A dispute had arisen after the transfer of trial magistrate Dolphins Alego, creating uncertainty as to whether the case had shifted to another court or remained part-heard....
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A foreign national is in police custody after detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), working alongside officers from Kadzandani Police Station, found a suspected drug trafficking operation in…
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The government has defended its Government-to-Government (G-to-G) fuel import arrangement, saying the model has played a key role in stabilizing Kenya’s fuel supply and cushioning the economy from global shocks.…
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The departure adds another layer of instability to a Soy United side that has struggled for consistency throughout the 2025/26 National Super League campaign.
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Citizen TV
The tweet, shared on the MOH's official X account, featured a shoddily done poster with the face of the Bungoma governor Kenneth Lusaka and that of the CS for Health Aden Duale proudly plastered acros...
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Media personality Betty Kyallo and her partner Charlie Jones have welcomed their first child together, a baby girl named Nova Aurora Jones. The TV47 presenter shared the news of their…
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WATOTO wawili, Rayvan Baraka, 8, na dadake Nova Jay, 3, walikuwa wakicheza nyumbani kwao eneo la...
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The elders said their decision was anchored on Guliye’s track record, citing his long-standing engagement in community support initiatives, particularly during periods of severe...
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The spat has been so public that even Roma icon Francesco Totti has stuck his oar in, saying in a recent interview that the pair "should show respect to the fans" and end the infighting....
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WATOTO wawili, Rayvan Baraka, 8, na dadake Nova Jay, 3, walikuwa wakicheza nyumbani kwao eneo la...
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Mwaura said the G-to-G deal was introduced to address the fuel crisis experienced in 2022, when the country faced shortages and volatile prices.
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“My takeaway from the tournament is that we are ready for the World Cup, and we should focus on achieving that dream soon,” said Adam, popularly known as Dogo, in an interview with Citizen Digita...
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Lawmakers said the issue of marauding gangs has recently dominated discussions in Parliament, noting that such groups are increasingly targeting leaders, businesspeople, and even...
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15:27⇢Parliament's Unrest Inquiry
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions and institutional crises, with multiple sources (Capital FM, Eastleigh Voice, People Daily) detailing parliamentary scrutiny of political unrest and warnings about rising goonism ahead of the 2027 elections. Meanwhile, other outlets (Daily Nation, Kenyans) cover separate institutional issues including corporate governance problems and teacher retirement gaps.
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Customers have, however lamented poor user experience, mostly roaming and diaspora users citing challenges logging into the app.
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A resident of Samburu Central Sub-County has voluntarily surrendered an illegally held firearm as the government’s disarmament initiative continues to record progress in the region. In a statement posted on…
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The Kenya Times
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KUGOMPO CITY, AFRIKA KUSINI:
MWANASIASA wa upinzani Afrika Kusini Julius Malema jana alifungwa...
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UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar accused the opposition of distorting facts about fuel pricing, saying the current spike is largely driven by global conditions, including conflict in the Middle East, rather than domestic policy failures.
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Since his expulsion from the lucrative committee, Nyoro has waged a full-on war against the government he once so loyally served, calling out various Ruto policies in a cavalcade of never-ending press...
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Kenya’s rise from 133rd reflects a steady resurgence for the national side, buoyed by a string of positive results during the ranking period.
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The Bill was refereed to the House Finance and Planning Committee where it will undergo parliamentary scrutiny and public participation before it can be...
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KUPPET has been piling pressure on the government to resolve the issues raised by teachers, but they insist they are…
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A fresh wave of concern is sweeping through Kenya’s health sector after members of the Senate Committee on Health sounded the alarm over the continued presence of asbestos roofing in…
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Delivering the ruling, Milimani Anti-Corruption Court Magistrate Celesa Okore dismissed the application by the prosecution, saying it was not justified.The case dates back to 2014, when Kidero and his...
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16:26⇢UDA and ODM's Fueled Confrontation
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions between the ruling UDA and opposition ODM, with multiple sources (Eastleigh Voice, People Daily, TNX Africa) detailing mutual accusations over fuel pricing and coalition talks. Meanwhile, other outlets (Citizen, Capital FM, Standard Media) cover separate institutional issues including a court ruling on graft and parliamentary scrutiny of fuel costs.
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With the court’s intervention, the future of Cricket Kenya now hangs in the balance as stakeholders await the next legal steps and the potential implications from the I...
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the Supreme Court agreed with Parliament and held that for a statutory body to qualify as a “local tribunal” under such a tribunal must...
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Other Kenyans include Paris Olympics 5,000m silver medallist Ronald Kwemoi, Catherine Relin Amanang'ole, Brian Kibor, and Nelvin Jepkemboi.
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Among those affected are Brigid Kosgei and Ronald Kwemoi.
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World Athletics has rejected 11 athletes’ bids to represent Turkey, citing a coordinated, state-backed recruitment scheme that threatens eligibility rules and the integrity of international competition.
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Many of those who are losing their jobs act as community managers, sifting through what is being posted and removing…
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TV47 Digital
Nairobi-based electric mobility company Roam has launched its latest electric motorcycle, the Roam Air Gen 3, featuring what the company says is Africa’s fastest-charging battery, capable of adding more than…
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Prof. Kindiki said the government has taken necessary measures to lessen the pain for most Kenyans, calling on politicians to stop inciting the public on matters caused...
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World Athletics has rejected 11 athletes’ bids to represent Turkey, citing a coordinated, state-backed recruitment scheme that threatens eligibility rules and the integrity of international competition.
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The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops has raised concerns over a shortage of marriage certificates and slow civil registration processes, warning that the situation is already having serious consequences for…
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BISMILLAHI rahman raheem alhamdulillahi rabbil alamin.
Kama kawaida ya kila Ijumaa, Allah (SWT)...
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"As a party that believes in its principles and ideology, we demand respect from the UDA party."...
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ODM cited what it termed as "unwarranted public utterances" by some UDA officials saying their remarks were worrying for the Orange party.The party thus called on the ruling party to accord it respect...
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MPs across the House backed the Bill, but used the debate to call for wider reforms in the petroleum sector and related levies.
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Citizen TV
The redundancy process by Samasource will impact 1,108 employees, many of whom are attached to the Nairobi office.
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18:47⇢ODM's Respect Ultimatum
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions between the ruling UDA and opposition ODM, with multiple sources (Standard Media, People Daily, Nairobi Leo, TNX Africa) detailing demands for respect and warnings amid coalition talks. Meanwhile, other outlets (Citizen, Kenyans) cover a major corporate redundancy affecting over 1,100 employees after Meta ends a Nairobi contract.
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Hundreds of red-clad supporters of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party leader gathered outside in several centres across the country to follow the sentencing live in the politically charged case...
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Speaking during the inspection, Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) CEO Eng. Joseph Kamau said the works represent a comprehensive infrastructure response aimed at tackling the root...
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“As part of the activation programme, we shall be embarking on countrywide tours for a series of youth conventions aimed at rejuvenating, revamping and...
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The High Court extended orders stopping State from selling Safaricom shares.
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Prisons made light work of the hapless varsity side with sets of 25-4, 25-10, 25-11.
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The move, which seeks to cushion Kenyans against rising fuel prices, will once assented to by President also regularises the price reduction effected on Wednesday night by EPRA, which saw the price of...
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"These two Leaders have agreed that in order to achieve PEACE between their Countries, they will formally begin a 10 Day CEASEFIRE at 5...
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KeNHA said the closure will take effect nightly from April 10 to April 19, between 10pm and 5am.KeNHA noted that only part of the carriageway will be closed at a time to minimise disruption to traffic...
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The patient underwent an allogeneic stem cell transplant, meaning his diseased bone marrow was replaced with healthy stem cells from the donor. Over time, these donor cells rebuilt his immune system.
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A post-mortem indicates he suffered severe brain bleeding consistent with blunt force trauma. He was taken to hospital a day after his arrest, following a court order.
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The certification, issued by Acting Registrar of Trade Unions Ann Kanake, grants the officials full legal authority to execute their mandates, effectively sealing their second term in office.Following...
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In its monthly oil market report, the agency - which advises 32 member countries on energy supply and security - said exports from the...
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Daily Nation
President dismissed terminal building at Suneka Airstrip as resembling 'a certain woman’s house'.
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IEBC Acting CEO Ledama Sunkuli petitioned Parliament for an increase in the commission’s budgetary allocation, saying it is yet to begin diaspora voter education and registration due to budget shortfa...
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Discover Ruiru's Northlands City and Amref International University, a health-science institution offering diverse programmes and state-of-the-art facilities.
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The 23-year-old crumpled in a heap holding his lower right leg during the first half of Liverpool's 2-0 quarter-final second-leg defeat by European champions PSG at Anfield on Tuesday and had to be su...
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cast the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam (which loosely translates from Hindi to Saluting Women Power Act) as a historic...
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22:00⇢ODM's Betrayal Accusation
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions between the ruling UDA and opposition ODM, with multiple sources (People Daily, Standard Media, Nairobi Leo, TNX Africa) detailing accusations of betrayal and demands for respect amid coalition talks. Meanwhile, other outlets (Daily Nation) cover President Ruto's order to demolish projects from the previous administration.
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It came after the Guardian newspaper reported that Lord Mandelson was initially denied security clearance in late January 2025 but this was overruled by...
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Three masked robbers, one of whom "was certainly armed", entered a branch of the French Credit Agricole bank in Naples at around 11:30 am (0930 GMT), the source said.
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The Kenya Times
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It covers an area of 444 square km and has just under 160,000 inhabitants, around 4,000 of which are registered footballers: baseball remains the number one sport.
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The resolution mentioned Hegseth's illegal "double tap" strikes in the southern Caribbean, as well as his "unlawful" statement that the United States shall give...
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While memory lapses are a known effect of cannabis, new research suggests the drug can make false memories feel real. In Kenya, cannabis remains the most widely abused drug, raising concerns about its impact on mental health.
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