Russian forces "carried out a rocket strike on Pechenigy", a village around 40 kilometres (25 miles) from the Russian border, Kharkiv regional governor Oleg Synegubov said on social media....
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 19.08.2026.
It displays 123 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
19.08.2026 ⇢ The day of the Samburu helicopter crash
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The day was dominated by the helicopter crash near Mt. Ololokwe in Samburu, which killed seven people, including five Americans and Ecuador's intelligence chief. The story broke in the morning and remained the top headline throughout the day, with KCAA launching an investigation. Concurrently, political tensions escalated: NCIC summoned Gachagua, Otuoma, and Kaluma over inflammatory remarks, and Ndindi Nyoro launched his People's Party tour, declaring a 2027 presidential bid. The ICC was urged to monitor Kenya ahead of the elections. Financial governance issues also surfaced, with the Controller of Budget revealing Sh20 billion in fees for unused loans and 27 charged in a Sh1.5bn Treasury heist.
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The global health agency said earlier this month that reversing Ebola's spread would be possible within a three-month period, but since then there have been signs that it has worsened, expanding to...
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These conditions include the U.S. lifting its blockade of Iranian ports, lifting oil sanctions, releasing Tehran's frozen assets, and ending threats and military operations on all fronts, Qalibaf t...
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Leaders from Narok County have reaffirmed their commitment to development and unity during a thanksgiving ceremony held in honour of Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) Moses Koin in Olerien, Lolgorian Ward,…
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RAIS William Ruto aliwahi kumtaja Mbunge wa Kiharu, Ndindi Nyoro, kama mwanasiasa chipukizi ambaye...
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As the loans lie idle in banks, the government continues to borrow more funds.
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Kenya's athletics champions Emmanuel Wanyonyi, Lilian Odira and Faith Cherotich face world-class rivals as the Diamond League returns to Lausanne.
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In a major political shakeup ahead of the next general election cycle, Kericho Governor Dr. Erick Mutai has formally dissolved his partnership with Deputy Governor Fred Kirui. Addressing a public…
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MAJAMBAZI wanaoshukiwa kuwa wanachama wa genge la watu sita walivamia nyumba ya aliyekuwa Kamanda...
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07:24⇢Police Orders Follow Homa Bay Violence
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on the political fallout from the Homa Bay violence, with police issuing new orders amid investigations (Kenyans) and political realignments ahead of 2027, including Governor Mutai cutting ties with his deputy (TV47 Digital) and Salasya endorsing Gachagua (People Daily). Concurrently, the government's idle foreign loans bleeding public coffers is highlighted (Daily Nation).
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NCIC has summoned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to appear before the commission over a series of remarks made during public events in different parts of the country....
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FAMILIA ya marehemu Sharon Otieno imesema iko tayari kupatanishwa na familia ya aliyekuwa Gavana wa...
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Gachagua has in the past maintained that if he is alleged to have committed an offence, the investigative agencies…
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Police say 25 suspects are being pursued over the Homa Bay violence, while ODM calls for an impartial probe into the chaos that left at least two people dead.
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Dozens of data centres have been constructed in the southwestern province in recent years.
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"It's a disease," said Papatiti, who was born and raised in the local Maasai community, insisting there was "no way" cyanide was involved.
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Taifa Leo
ALIYEKUWA Jaji Mkuu David Maraga amempa Rais William Ruto muda wa siku saba kuchapisha ripoti ya...
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Eric Muiruri was fatally shot on August 9, 2026, outside a popular entertainment joint in Githurai 44.
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The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has issued summons to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Busia Governor Paul Otuoma, and Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma over alleged ethnic…
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Members of the Senate Energy Committee have endorsed the proposed nuclear power plant in Bondo but insisted on strict safeguards on land compensation, public participation and safety before the project…
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The development comes amid intensified investigations into the matter, with the National Cohesion and Integration…
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Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has issued an update on the ongoing construction of the new Gikomba Market in Nairobi....
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A family of fifteen in Gwanda village, Kasule area of Kisumu County, has been left without shelter after their homes were demolished in what is believed to be a long…
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VUGUVUGU la Linda Mwananchi limetangaza mkakati wa kukabiliana na kile inachodai ni ongezeko la...
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Locals immediately thronged the scene, with each angling to take photos and videos of the incident, even as KRC is yet…
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Chinese companies have been at the center of major infrastructure projects, including SGR and the Nairobi Expressway…
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09:26⇢The Surrender's Shadow
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on the aftermath of the Homa Bay violence, with police ordering Kassim Abdi Sebu to surrender and ODM calling for an impartial probe (Eastleigh Voice). Concurrently, the shooting of a surrendered youth in Githurai raises questions about police conduct (Daily Nation).
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President Ruto challenges Dr Dan Gikonyo over SHA's reimbursement claims at the National Health Summit; Mercy Mwangangi reveals 66% of Karen Hospital claims paid.
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MZOZO wa kisheria kuhusu iwapo viongozi waliotimuliwa afisini kupitia bunge wanaweza kugombea...
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MPs will investigate complaints over high interest rates, extra charges, motorcycle repossessions and aggressive loan recovery methods affecting boda boda riders.
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The family of the late Noureen Nalwanga, a mother of four who died during the violence witnessed in Homa Bay on August 16, is living through a painful struggle as…
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In a decisive move aimed at cushioning the nation against severe climate shocks and an impending food crisis, the Government of Kenya has announced plans to import 25 million 90kg…
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HUZUNI na mshtuko zimetanda katika kijiji cha Chabuene, Kaunti ya Meru, kufuatia mauaji ya kikatili...
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The President said the benefit would form part of the support provided to mothers giving birth in healthcare facilities.
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Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts rainfall across 19 counties, alongside strong winds over 12 counties, valid from 9 pm on August 18 to August 19, 2026.
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'No matter what court says, I cannot leave my mother.' — Baby Z, 10-year-old minor
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The government has launched the Sports for Peace football tournament in Tot, Elgeyo Marakwet County, bringing together communities from nine counties in an effort to promote peace, unity and cohesion…
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Speaking during Huduma Mashinani Day at Kaptebeng’wet in Konoin Constituency, Bomet County, Ruku said the formation of individual political parties would not, by itself, determine the region’s politic...
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This comes as NTSA intensifies checks on motorists as part of a crackdown targeting drink-driving, speeding, dangerous…
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12:20⇢Ruku Backs Ruto, Dismisses Nyoro's Party
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on political realignments ahead of 2027, with Ruku dismissing Ndindi Nyoro's new party and backing Ruto (Citizen), while Obado vows to continue supporting Sharon Otieno's family despite the court verdict (People Daily). Concurrently, the Sports for Peace tournament in Tot is highlighted as a government initiative to promote unity (TV47 Digital).
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The human rights watchdog details a death, live gunfire, attacks on journalists, unlawful detention and alleged voter inducement during the July 16 Ol Kalou poll.
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Citizen TV
Police were yet to identify the occupants of the aircraft.
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A witness reported seeing the aircraft going down the mountain valley and called for immediate evacuation.
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A helicopter crashed near the foot of Mt. Ololokwe in Samburu County on Wednesday, triggering an urgent multi-agency emergency response in the region. Samburu County Police Commander David Nkoroi confirmed…
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It argued that the rising tensions are acting as a breeding ground for a dark aftermath of human rights violations and ethnic conflicts.
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A helicopter crash near Kirish, Samburu County, raises concerns for unknown victims. Eyewitnesses report smoke and fire as rescue teams mobilise to the scene.
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A helicopter carrying seven tourists has crashed near Mt Ololokwe in Samburu County....
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At least six tourists have died after a helicopter crashed near the iconic Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County on Wednesday morning. The helicopter is said to have been carrying the…
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Treasury says development spending rose to Sh736.1 billion in 2025/26, but its share of total ministerial expenditure remained below the legal 30 per cent threshold for the fourth consecutive year.
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SERIKALI imetetea mageuzi yake katika sekta ya afya, ikisema imetekeleza ahadi nyingi ilizotoa...
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They have denied over 100 charges of abuse of office, money laundering, and the acquisition of criminal proceeds.
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A Mavoko court has ordered the release of lawyer Angela Mulwa after declining a prosecution application to detain her for a further seven days as the Director of Public Prosecutions…
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CoB Margaret Nyakang’o wants tighter project-readiness checks, loan monitoring and early-warning systems to curb billions lost through fees on undrawn loans.
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Eastleigh Voice
CoB Margaret Nyakang’o wants tighter project-readiness checks, loan monitoring and early-warning systems to curb billions lost through fees on undrawn loans.
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Speaking to supporters in Murang'a on Wednesday, Nyoro said he had campaigned for the Kenya Kwanza government in the 2022 election but had since become disillusioned by what he described as the admini...
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Sweden is actively championing physical books, paper and pens in classrooms. This, they argued, would help to confront falling literacy levels.
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15:04⇢Samburu Helicopter Crash Claims Seven
⌨The Kenyan media are leading with the helicopter crash in Samburu County, with multiple outlets reporting on the incident involving seven people, feared dead. Concurrently, the Sh1.5bn Treasury heist charges and the Controller of Budget's revelation about Sh20 billion in fees for unused loans are receiving attention, highlighting financial governance issues.
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Kenya Civil Avoation Authority confirmed that Eurocopter EC130 B4 aircraft crashed at Lolokwe Mountain in Samburu county and extended deepest condolences.
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LSK said it will not allow its members to make inciteful, threatening or divisive remarks, warning that those found culpable could face severe sanctions, including suspension from practice and striking off the Roll of Advocates.
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KATIKA Kiswahili, upatanisho wa kisarufi ni muhimu tunapotaja idadi.
Mojawapo ya makosa...
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Mugithi singer Samidoh has announced his bid for the Ol Joro Orok parliamentary seat in Nyandarua County....
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MAHAKAMA ya Eldoret ilipigwa na butwaa siku ya Jumatatu wakati msichana mwenye umri wa miaka 16...
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Renowned Mugithi musician Samuel Muchoki, popularly known as Samidoh, has officially joined the race for the Ol Joro Orok Constituency seat ahead of the 2027 General Election. The former police…
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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has today arraigned six men charged with preparation to commit a felony contrary to Section 308(1) of the Penal Code and going armed in…
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Term Three is crucial for students, especially final-year students, who will sit for their national exams, such as KCSE.
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Homicide Bureau filed a miscellaneous application seeking orders to detain Brian Mwendia Kinyua for 21 days at Kasarani Police Station as detectives co...
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KILOMITA chache kutoka barabara kuu ya Nairobi-Mombasa, katika shamba la Nick Mwendwa eneo la...
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The exhumation was conducted at the deceased’s family land in Maranda village, Bondo Sub-County, by homicide detectives and the Regional Criminal Investigations Officer (RCIO)....
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Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions in 10 counties, including Nairobi and Nakuru, on Thursday....
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Nairobi, 19th August 2026: Equity Group Holdings Plc has announced a solid first-half performance for 2026, underscoring its continued regional leadership and the momentum of its transformation into a resilient, people-centric, technology-enabled pan-African financial services institution. Profit After…
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According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspects, Mary Muthoni Njogu and her daughter, Veronica Wambui Ng’ang’a, are accused of fraudulently transferring several parcels of...
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ABUJA, Nigeria:
KAMPENI za uchaguzi wa Januari 2027 Nigeria zilianza Jumatano huku Rais Bola...
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17:15⇢Samburu Crash Aftermath
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on the aftermath of the Samburu helicopter crash, with KCAA issuing an update and condolences (Tuko). Concurrently, the Sh1.5bn Treasury heist charges continue to receive attention (Daily Nation). Other stories include Equity Group's half-year profit announcement (TV47 Digital) and the LSK disciplinary probe against MPs (Eastleigh Voice).
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Jackline Nyambura Wanjiku has sued Muratha at the Employment and Labour Relations Court in Kiambu, seeking KSh630,000 in compensation for unfair termination, KSh52,500 in lieu of notice, KSh29,750 in...
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Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has weighed in on Attorney General Dorcas Oduor’s latest advisory to the Supreme Court, in which she argues that the constitutional questions surrounding impeachment and…
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In a statement released on Wednesday, the German Africa Foundation said its jury recognised Wawira Njiru’s work in connecting food security with economic participation and strengthening local value ch...
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Karua highlighted recent attacks on Opposition politicians during rallies, calling on the government to explain how such chaos could occur under its watch.
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The vaccine, called intismeran autogene, showed "statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements" for skin cancer patients when used with Merck's Keytruda treatment, the companies sai...
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Speaking at a public gathering at Kwalela Primary School in Narok South on Wednesday, Lands and Physical Planning Principal Secretary Nixon Korir said the Government had taken possession of the land a...
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Court found that Karobia had started the transfer process, but the ownership had not changed.
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Vocal Africa said the appeal was an urgent early-warning measure, drawing lessons from the 2007-2008 post-election violence.
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LSK President Charles Kanjama stated that its Practice Standards and Ethics Committee, through its Ethics and Disciplinary Liaison Sub-Committee, will review publicly available records of the remarks...
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The directive comes as schools are expected to reopen for the third term on August 24.
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People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has urged the International Criminal Court (ICC) to pay closer attention to Kenya’s political environment amid allegations of violence targeting opposition figures. Karua, speaking…
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19:44⇢ICC Called to Watch Kenya's Political Storm
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on political violence ahead of the 2027 elections, with multiple outlets reporting on calls for the ICC to intervene. Martha Karua and rights group Vocal Africa have urged the ICC to monitor Kenya, citing rising political violence and drawing lessons from the 2007-2008 post-election violence. Concurrently, the LSK has opened a probe against MPs Kaguchia and Kaluma over alleged incitement, and Ndindi Nyoro has declared his 2027 presidential bid.
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Noureen Nalwanga, popularly known as Nya Uganda, died while receiving treatment, becoming one of two people who lost their lives during the political violence in Homa Bay, while scores of others susta...
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KATIKA eneo kame la Kinna, Kaunti ya Isiolo, ambako ukame na mabadiliko ya tabianchi yamefanya...
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They called for independent investigations into the incidents, particularly reports that some attacks occurred in the presence or within the operational reach of police officers.
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Mavoko Senior Resident Magistrate Lilian Kwamboka declined an application by the prosecution to detain the suspects, lawyer Angela Mulwa and Nelson Masiga, for a further seven days....
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The Kenya Health Summit was convened to assess the health reforms undertaken during the first four years of President Ruto’s administration, including progress made, unresolved challenges and the way...
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Serikali za Afrika Mashariki zimehimizwa kuwekeza mapema katika kukabiliana na athari za mabadiliko...
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Citizen TV
Gachagua called on IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon to assure Kenyans that the election will be held as provided for in the Constitution.
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The ill-fated crash claimed seven lives, all said to be tourists and a Kenyan pilot.
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The DP said Taifa Care is Kenya’s boldest and most consequential healthcare programme since independence, revealing the government targets enrolling 40 million Kenyans by the end of the year having al...
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Abdourahmane Bella Bah was also ordered to pay a fine of 40 million Guinean francs (around $4,662, 4,000 euros) for "insults and defamation through a computer system", an AFP journalist saw....
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The ill-fated crash claimed seven lives, all said to be tourists and a Kenyan pilot.
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Besigye, 70, has been in custody and facing treason charges over an alleged plot against veteran President Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power since 1986.
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