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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 20.04.2026.
It displays 143 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
20.04.2026 ⇢ The Day Gachagua Backed Gen Z Fuel Protests
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Morning coverage focused on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources reporting opposition and youth calls for mass action over fuel prices and high living costs, building on previous days' protests. By early afternoon, editorial attention shifted to Deputy President Gachagua endorsing Gen Z fuel protests while ruling out opposition participation, marking a significant development from his previous pressure on fuel prices. Evening reports consolidated around police warnings about excessive force ahead of demonstrations and continued coverage of political realignments ahead of 2027 elections, with Gachagua warning security agencies against violence toward protesters.
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Nearly 800 police cordoned off the site in the northwest suburb of Colombes, where the device was first discovered on April 10.
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Spain has criticised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government over the Gaza conflict and Israel's attacks on neighbouring Lebanon. Netanyahu has accused Spain of "hypocrisy and hostility"....
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RAIS William Ruto amewataka wakosoaji wake wakome kulinganisha bei ya mafuta nchini na mataifa...
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Orange party has convened a meeting with youths drawn from the 17 constituencies of Nairobi.
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PS Wachira was taken to task for allegedly being the face of “ghost” project launches in constituencies.
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Of the 46.7 million registered voters for the country's seventh General Election, about 25.2 million are men and 21.5 million are women, adding that more than 165,000 registered voters are persons with disabilities.
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06:36⇢The Streets' Fueled Discontent
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering opposition and youth calls for mass action over fuel prices and high living costs (Standard Media, Taifa Leo, TV47 Digital). This coincides with continued coverage of internal government disputes, including MPs accusing the Energy PS of staging project launches for President Ruto (Daily Nation) and discussions about potential political reconciliation (People Daily).
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Gogo said ODM will continue with talks with President Ruto’s party, UDA.
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Duale was responding to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s renewed attacks on SHA, after the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader claimed the scheme was failing and alleged it was ben...
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MBUNGE wa Suba Kusini, Caroli Omondi amewakejeli viongozi wa Linda Ground kutokana na masaibu...
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Kenyans.co.ke
His statements came hours after Rigathi Gachagua warned Duale against attacking Uhuru, stating that, despite his…
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The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned of widespread rainfall and possible isolated storms across several parts of the country at the start of the new week....
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WIZI wa pikipiki umegeuka kutoka uhuni wa mitaani hadi kuwa mtandao mkubwa wa uhalifu ambao...
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The two-leg semi-final finished 1-1 on aggregate after a goalless match in Algiers last weekend.USM now face Zamalek of Egypt on May 9 and 16 in the final.
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His appointment to the hospital’s management board has not been universally welcomed, with critics raising concerns over qualifications and leadership capacity.
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Three boys and five girls aged between three and 11 were shot and killed.
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Eastleigh Voice
Matiang’i decried that police officers are increasingly being linked to criminal networks, a trend he says reflects a deeper breakdown in the security systems.
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The Kenya Times
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UNICEF warns that climate-related disasters are severely disrupting education in Eastern and Southern Africa, risking up to $380 billion in lost future earnings by...
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PAPA Leo mnamo Jumamosi alilalamikia vikali matumizi mabaya ya rasilimali asilia za Afrika,...
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Eastleigh Voice
Matiang’i said he sees no value in such an alliance, questioning what it would achieve for the country.
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The civilians blocked the movement of Kenyan officers to St. Marks and Pont Sonde, protesting their planned departure.
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NAIROBI, Kenya – February 19, 2026 – In a targeted intelligence-led operation, the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has seized a substantial ethanol cache…
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09:40⇢Gachagua's Goon Allegation
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering opposition and youth calls for mass action over fuel prices and high living costs (Standard Media, People Daily, Kenyans). This coincides with continued coverage of internal government disputes, including Gachagua accusing Ruto of financing goons to disrupt meetings (People Daily, Kenyans) and Matiang'i ruling out a political alliance with Ruto (Eastleigh Voice).
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The operation was conducted in Beersheba and the surrounding areas
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Litigant argued that his documents did not contain fabricated authorities or false quotations.
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SIASA za ngome ambazo zimekuwa zikizua utata ODM sasa zimehamia upinzani huku mirengo miwili...
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Israel's army said in a post on its official X account on Monday that it viewed the incident with "great severity".
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Oburu pushed back against calls to fully scrap the levies, arguing that while Kenyans are feeling the burden of high fuel costs, eliminating taxes would trigger a serious fiscal gap for government operations.
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Arsenal had lost just three times in 49 games this season before last month's League Cup defeat to City.
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The project will do away with standard bulbs, adopting a new technological lighting system featuring adaptive LED…
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The project will do away with standard bulbs, adopting a new technological lighting system featuring adaptive LED…
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MWANIAJI wa urais David Maraga ameshambulia utawala wa Rais William Ruto akisema umezamia ufisadi...
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He said there are deep cracks in the deal that have proven it impossible to cushion Kenyans from unforeseen crises like the one occasioned by the war in the Gulf region....
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Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has issued an update on the construction of the Bomas International Convention Complex (BICC)....
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The Kenya Times
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Player welfare also featured prominently in his early plans, acknowledging the longstanding concerns over unpaid dues, pledging to prioritize remuneration to boost morale and performance....
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11:51⇢Maraga's Corruption Accusations Against Ruto
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering opposition criticism of President Ruto's administration over corruption allegations and fiscal policies (Taifa Leo, Eastleigh Voice). This coincides with continued coverage of internal government disputes, including MPs accusing the Energy PS of staged project launches for Ruto (Daily Nation) and discussions about upcoming by-elections (People Daily).
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The Kenya Times
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The Ksh30 billion infrastructure upgrade races to meet the scheduled timeline, with new site visuals revealing…
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Eastleigh Voice
Gachagua said the youth must be allowed to express their grievances peacefully without fear of violence or intimidation.
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The Kenya Times
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Daily Nation
SHA has yet to release rates for private ambulances, and many policies exhaust limits quickly during critical care.
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Injera said he was impressed by what he saw in the Hong Kong series and believes the team has what it takes to shine in Spain.
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The Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) has dismissed an advert circulating on social media purporting to announce job vacancies within the corporation....
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Citizen TV
A complainant must submit their contact information, nature of the alleged violation with its dates and time, accompanied by medical reports, police abstracts, audiovisual evidence, reports to relevan...
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The government has launched the second phase of training under the NYOTA Project, with authorities highlighting the importance of full participation for continued support....
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KATIKA ulimwengu wa mahusiano, mjadala kuhusu wanaume wanaojiita “wazuri” unaendelea kushika...
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The drive, backed by the hashtag #RejectFuelPrices, kicked off over a week ago after the government shot up fuel prices to over Ksh. 200, with Kenyans blaming the Energy Ministry for scandals, poor ma...
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14:18⇢Protesters' Fueled March
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering planned protests over fuel prices and government responses (Citizen, Standard Media, Eastleigh Voice). This coincides with continued coverage of Deputy President Gachagua warning security agencies against violence toward protesters (Eastleigh Voice) and opposition criticism of government officials over fuel price rhetoric (Standard Media).
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The drive, backed by the hashtag #RejectFuelPrices, kicked off over a week ago after the government shot up fuel prices to over Ksh. 200, with Kenyans blaming the Energy Ministry for scandals, poor ma...
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ROHO imeanza kuwadunda wafanyakazi wakiuliza iwapo watapata nyongeza ya mishahara Leba Dei mnamo...
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The litigant defended his filings, stating that he personally reviewed and verified all content before submitting it to court.
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According to Kituyi, the system should be redesigned to place fuel importation under a state-controlled institution to better manage price volatility, rather than private Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), which he said are driven by commercial interests.
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Gachagua claimed that areas where the Head of State is unpopular have been most targeted in discrimination.
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Macharia was granted Ksh.5 million bond with two sureties of a similar amount or an alternative cash bail of Ksh.1.5 million.
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With
athletes already arriving and final preparations underway, focus now turns to
Friday’s competition
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NAIBU Mwenyekiti wa Tume ya Huduma za Mahakama (JSC) Isaac Ruto anapambana kortini kuzuia mali yake...
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With the law silent on procedures for temporary replacement of incapacitated MPs, there's a 'local arrangement'.
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People Daily
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Gachagua said Gen Z had the right to independently organise and express their dissatisfaction.
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Looking ahead,
Muyoti challenged his forwards to maintain their sharpness in front of goal,
emphasizing consistency in the final stretch of fixtures.
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A new proposal could change how often fuel prices are reviewed, overhauling the current monthly system during global…
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MAPEMA mwaka 2024, serikali ilisherehekea mafanikio makubwa baada ya wafanyakazi 601 kutoka kundi...
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A Greenpeace Africa report says Kenya has 67 highly hazardous pesticide active ingredients out of 141 registered, and that residues appear in soil, water, food and pollinator systems, with some results above safety limits.
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The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has announced the immediate closure of all campuses operated by the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) across...
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Kenya continues to position itself at the forefront of global media transformation, with a high-level delegation representing the country at the NAB Show 2026 in Las Vegas, United States. The…
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16:04⇢Gachagua's Gen Z Fuel Protest Endorsement
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering Deputy President Gachagua backing Gen Z fuel protests while ruling out opposition participation (Capital FM, Kenyans). This coincides with continued coverage of government responses to fuel price pressures, including a proposed plan to review prices every 14 days (Kenyans) and earlier criticism of officials over fuel price rhetoric (Standard Media).
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Gachagua said the London trip was aimed at mobilizing resources to finance his campaigns which is gaining momentum ahead of the 2027 polls.
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Taifa Leo
Nimeuchukua wino, karibuni kikaoniNataka maelewano, wamerejea nyumbani Kataa mahusiano, uepuke...
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Ongwae emphasized that the team’s approach after the break was deliberate and calculated, especially in light of unexpected personnel challenges.
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The France centre-back's current deal expires this summer, five years after he joined from RB Leipzig for £35m.
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The Authority claimed it has noticed that KIM is offering and awarding various academic and professional programmes without valid clearances.
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"One of them has repeatedly claimed that I have been bought. I will take legal action so that he can explain, publicly, how much...
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MWANAHARAKATI Calvince Okoth maarufu kama ‘Gaucho’ ametetea uteuzi wake kwenye Bodi ya...
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The closure of all the campuses of this college comes as a shock, with the TVET regulator emphasizing the importance of…
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The Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) has revoked the Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) accreditation and ordered immediate closure of all campuses. TVETA says KIM offered programmes without approval and trainers without required licenses.
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Nyaberi and his
squad will now shift focus to their upcoming fixtures, knowing that consistent
performances and better finishing could make the difference in their push for
promotion as the season ent...
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“ODM is not a village outfit. It is a national movement with representation across the country” - Junet
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The training, which began this morning, is being conducted simultaneously in 454 mapped centres spread across all 290 constituencies. More than 6,000 trainers have been deployed to support beneficiari...
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It further said force should only be used when lawful, necessary and proportionate, and only as a last resort. It added that live ammunition, rubber bullets, tear gas and water cannons should not be used against peaceful protesters.
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The talks focused on deepening cooperation in key sectors including trade, investment, climate action, and infrastructure development.
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19:12⇢Protest Warnings and Political Realignments
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering police warnings about excessive force ahead of fuel protests (Eastleigh Voice, Amnesty Kenya) and political realignments ahead of 2027 elections (Standard Media). This coincides with continued coverage of government initiatives, including youth entrepreneurship training (Citizen) and international diplomacy (Capital FM).
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MWANAHARAKATI Calvince Okoth maarufu kama ‘Gaucho’ ametetea uteuzi wake kwenye Bodi ya...
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The investigation which was done in collaboration with the DCI, KEBS, and government chemists.
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The United States is the current rotating chair of the Group of 20, which represents 85 percent of the global economy.
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WASHINGTON/CAIRO
HOFU ilitanda Jumatatu kwamba huenda makubaliano ya kuzimwa kwa uhasama kati ya...
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The encounter, dubbed the “Nairobi Derby,” lived up to expectations, but it was KPC who ultimately stamped their authority with a composed and tactically superior performance.The Oilers set the...
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This comes as legislation has been proposed to amend the Petroleum Act, 2019, to introduce more frequent fuel price…
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MAHAKAMA Kuu Jumatatu, Aprili 20, 2026 ilikataa ombi la wakili jijini Nairobi, Kimani Wachira, la...
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The forum called for the immediate stabilisation of pump prices at Sh140 for diesel and Sh150 for petrol
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TVETA had announced the revocation of the institute's accreditation and ordered closure of all its campuses.
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ODM leader Oburu Odinga said he will take legal action against critics who allege he was “bought” by the State, and rejected claims that UDA absorbed ODM as tensions rise in the broad-based coalition.
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KIM has responded after the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) issued a public notice announcing the revocation of its accreditation and the closure ...
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TVETA announced the revocation of the institute's accreditation and closure of campuses.
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The group called on officers to ensure full facilitation of peaceful protests, warning against arrests or intimidation of demonstrators
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Tuko
Kenya Meteo warns of rainfall across various counties from 9 pm April 20. Expect showers, thunderstorms, and strong winds in parts of Turkana and Marsabit.
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In a statement on Monday, Northern Kenya PWDs chairman Hafid Maalim Ibrahim said the group was concerned that, despite repeated commitments to inclusivity, PWDs remain largely absent from national dis...
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In his opening address in Dakar, Faye said Africa must stop being “the centre of rivalries between major powers” and instead become an active player in shaping global balances....
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21:30⇢Haiti Withdrawal's Violent Echo
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic political tensions, with multiple sources covering police withdrawal from Haiti raising fears of gang violence (People Daily) and political realignments ahead of 2027 elections (Standard Media, Eastleigh Voice). This coincides with continued coverage of government responses to fuel price pressures, including motorists demanding changes to fuel deals (Kenyans) and Amnesty calling for police restraint during demonstrations (Capital FM).
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The 21-year-old, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, was expected to appear in court Monday to face multiple charges over the horrifying death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was found in S...
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Cafu, who was a right-back, said Brazil already had strength in midfield and attack, so Ancelotti had focused on strengthening the defence for this year's tournament to be held in the US, Mexico and C...
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Sifuna, represented by Senior Counsel Isaac Okero, moved to the tribunal in early April seeking orders to suspend both a February 11 resolution by ODM’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and any subsequent disciplinary proceedings.
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Foreign ministers from the 27-nation bloc are expected to discuss the matter at a meeting in Luxembourg Tuesday after a call from Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
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The Kenya Times
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Citizen TV
“The result was good, of course the win was needed. It was a bit weird playing the match without shot clock which made us be limited in possession but that was not an excuse,” Mugabe added....
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Mwaura noted that the country is still recovering from the KSh6 billion in losses incurred during last year’s demonstrations.
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The arrests came as Gulf states clamped down on cells linked to Iran and its Lebanese ally Hezbollah after Tehran struck its Gulf neighbours in the ongoing Middle East war....
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