The US sanctioned Akane of Japan and trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye of Senegal on Tuesday, as part of Washington's campaign against what it calls a "corrupt and fatally politicised" body....
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 20.08.2026.
It displays 129 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
20.08.2026 ⇢ The day all seven bodies were recovered from the Samburu crash
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The day was dominated by the aftermath of the Samburu helicopter crash, with all seven bodies recovered by evening. Morning coverage focused on the victims' identities, including Ecuador's intelligence chief and a Telemundo executive, and the fire hampering recovery. By midday, political tensions resurfaced: Gachagua challenged IG Kanja over security ahead of his Emurua Dikirr visit, and Wiper denied a Kalonzo-Gachagua pact. Afternoon reports highlighted the Embu Council of Elders distancing itself from endorsing Kindiki, and the re-arrest of lawyer Angela Mulwa in the Mutiso murder case. Other stories included IEBC's 2027 election timelines and economic pressures on Nairobi households.
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A Eurocopter EC130 B4 helicopter crash at Mt. Ololokwe, Samburu County, killed all seven on board, including pilot Josh Outram, founder of Africa Heli Adventures.
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The office of United Nations rights chief Volker Turk said on X that he was "alarmed by the barring of Yabloko, one of Russia's oldest political parties, from September's parliamentary elections, and...
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The Gulf is dotted with US military installations, including in the UAE, which said on Tuesday that Iran had fired two ballistic missiles at vessels off its coast.
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A Eurocopter EC130 B4 crash at Mt. Ololokwe in Samburu County kills all seven aboard. Active fire hampers rescue efforts, complicating recovery operations.
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04:13⇢Samburu Crash's Fiery Toll
⌨The Kenyan media are leading with the Samburu helicopter crash, with Citizen and Eastleigh Voice reporting on the victims, including five Americans and Ecuador's intelligence chief, while Tuko notes that fire is hampering recovery efforts. Concurrently, Iran's warning to Gulf states after the UAE cut trade ties is covered by Citizen, and Gladys Wanga's response to the Homa Bay killing is in People Daily.
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KENYA inaelekea Uchaguzi Mkuu wa 2027 huku ndimi za moto za wanasiasa zikianza kuwaka, hali...
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Drought in Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia has pushed the government to turn to imports.
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International observers have warned of narrowing civil and political rights in the country, which last year saw hundreds massacred during election unrest.
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Kenya Met's 24-hour weather forecast predicts temperatures from 12°C to 30°C, with scattered rain and sunny intervals across 47 counties until 9pm on August 20.
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The Eurocopter EC130 B4, operated by Lady Lori Helicopters for a luxury safari itinerary, crashed and immediately caught fire shortly after departing the Suyian Conservancy....
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The opportunity is not only about producing medicines faster. It is also about producing better-targeted medicines.
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MAGAVANA kadhaa wanaowania muhula wa pili wanakabiliwa na kibarua kigumu cha kutafuta manaibu wapya...
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The incident which consumed the lives of seven people of different nationalities adds to the growing list of chopper…
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Ecuador’s intelligence chief Michele Sensi-Contugi and his wife were among seven people killed on Wednesday when a tourist helicopter crashed in Samburu County, northern Kenya. Sensi-Contugi, who headed Ecuador’s National…
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The incident which consumed the lives of seven people of different nationalities adds to the growing list of chopper…
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The National Assembly has approved the appointment of Duncan Ojwang Oburu as the new chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)....
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KWA Wakenya wengi, Agosti umekuwa mwezi wa kuvaa nguo nzito, kujifunika blanketi na baridi kali...
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The incident involving four workers took place at Shin-Kanuma Station north of Tokyo, the fire department said.
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Lady Lori Helicopters confirms all seven aboard the crashed 5Y-GYM near Mount Ololokwe died. KCAA investigates as recovery efforts face challenges.
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Hours later, South Korea's defense minister said Thursday that North Korea is estimated to have around 80 to 120 nuclear weapons.
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Thousands of people have been killed in the war, which quickly drew in countries across the Gulf, and global markets have been shocked as Iran flexed its ability to control shipping through the Strait...
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During anti-poaching patrols, drones can scout areas that are difficult or dangerous for rangers to reach. Live footage allows teams on the ground to spot potential threats, assess the situation, and decide how to respond.
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08:54⇢Samburu Crash's Global Toll
⌨The Kenyan media are leading with the Samburu helicopter crash, with Citizen, Tuko, Kenyans, and TV47 Digital reporting on the victims, including Ecuador's intelligence chief and five Americans, and the ongoing investigation. Concurrently, Citizen covers Trump's warning to countries supporting Iran amid Gulf tensions.
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MAHAKAMA Kuu imeamuru mwanamume mmoja kumlipa Sh2.5 milioni mwanamke aliyeolewa baada ya picha zake...
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The National Police Service (NPS) is continuing to strengthen its capacity to secure Kenya before, during and after the 2027 General Election. The latest in NPS’s preparations is the high-level…
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EQUITY Group Holdings imeripoti ongezeko la asilimia 32 la faida baada ya ushuru katika miezi sita...
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Dr. Ojwang will succeed Justice Ahmed Issack Hassan, who relinquished the position following his appointment as a Judge of the Court of Appeal of Kenya.
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Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has given an update on the ongoing expansion of the 233-kilometre Rironi–Mau Summit highway....
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Eastleigh Voice
The learning gaps begin earlier, with 41 per cent of Grade 7 learners lacking both literacy and numeracy competencies. Although the proportion reduces as learners progress through junior school, nearly three in 10 learners still cannot demonstrate both competencies by Grade 9.
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Governor Gladys Wanga on Wednesday, August 19 visited the family of Mama Noureen Nalwanga (NyaUganda), a woman who tragically lost her life on Sunday evening after being hit by a…
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So far, rescue workers have recovered four bodies from the wreckage.
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The government eyes major electricity tariff cuts through planned investments in 2,000 MW of nuclear power, 700 MW of…
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TAKRIBAN thuluthi moja ya wanafunzi wanaojiunga na Sekondari Pevu kutoka Sekondari Msingi hawana...
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On less than an acre of land in Lavington, the Sisters of Mount Carmel Convent run a climate-smart demonstration farm.
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Nairobi’s public health system is set for a major management overhaul following the commencement of the Nairobi City County Health Services and Management Act, 2026, which gives Level Five hospitals…
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Suárez was among seven people who lost their lives on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, when the helicopter crashed near Mount Ololokwe.
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11:15⇢Samburu Crash's Toll and Grade 9 Gaps
⌨The Kenyan media are leading with the aftermath of the Samburu helicopter crash, with Citizen mourning Telemundo Executive Suárez and Tuko reporting the owner's confirmation of all seven deaths. Concurrently, multiple outlets highlight a report showing that many Grade 9 students lack basic literacy and numeracy skills, with Eastleigh Voice and Taifa Leo covering the unpreparedness for senior pathways.
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Detectives from the Land Fraud Investigations Unit have arrested a woman suspected of fraudulently acquiring and selling a parcel of land belonging to a deceased man’s estate without the knowledge…
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For many parents, keeping track of a child’s progress at university can mean waiting for examination results, making phone calls or travelling to campus. Egerton University is now seeking to…
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Themed “Conservation is Life: Sustaining the Future”, this year’s ceremony is scheduled for September 4 in Musanze District, Northern Province, and will see 22 baby mountain gorillas receive names fro...
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For many parents, keeping track of a child’s progress at university can mean waiting for examination results, making phone calls or travelling to campus. Egerton University is now seeking to…
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On less than an acre of land in Lavington, the Sisters of Mount Carmel Convent run a climate-smart demonstration farm.
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A light aircraft, Lady Lorry, crashed in Samburu County, claiming seven lives. Thick smoke was reported at the crash site as investigations into the incident begin.
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Eastleigh Voice
High taxes were identified by 12 per cent of respondents, while six per cent cited corruption, crime and insecurity. Two per cent either reported no challenge or were uncertain.
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The unusual activity began with Jumia before GA Insurance, Tecno, KCB, Glovo, Farmers Choice and several other brands reported similar incidents.
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Police officers have arrested two suspects and seized a combined 280 litres of illicit alcohol in separate but coordinated operations in Tharaka Nithi and Machakos Counties, as the crackdown on…
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Atwoli first became COTU Secretary-General in 2001 and has remained at the helm of the umbrella workers'…
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Political aspirants allied to Linda Mwananchi in Bungoma County have condemned the violence witnessed during the movement’s rally in Homa Bay last Sunday, demanding the immediate resignation of Interior Principal…
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WATU saba walioangamia katika ajali ya helikopta Mlima Ololokwe, Samburu walijumuisha Mkenya,...
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In a letter on Thursday, Gachagua claims he and his entourage face mounting threats ahead of the planned visit to the Narok County constituency.
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WATU saba walioangamia katika ajali ya helikopta Mlima Ololokwe, Samburu walijumuisha Mkenya,...
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Teachers Service Commission (TSC) member nominee Wilson Sossion has disclosed that his net worth stands at Ksh 65 million....
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Police in Teso South, Busia County, have arrested two suspected members of a criminal gang that has been terrorising residents, and recovered 180 National Identification Cards (IDs). Francis Okoside aka…
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Funyula Member of Parliament (MP) Wilberforce Oundo has questioned whether any vehicle registered under the Linda Mwananchi was involved in the death of Noureen Nalwanga, popularly known as NyaUganda, who…
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13:36⇢Samburu Crash's Seven Names
⌨The Kenyan media are leading with the aftermath of the Samburu helicopter crash, with Citizen and Taifa Leo reporting on the seven victims, including Ecuador's intelligence chief and a Telemundo executive, while Tuko reveals the police report naming the deceased. Concurrently, TIFA polls on economic pressures and government control of ride-hailing fares are covered by Eastleigh Voice and People Daily.
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Getting legal help can be difficult for many people in Africa. For people living in rural areas, finding a lawyer can mean travelling long distances. Legal services can also be…
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Ever used or thought of using artificial intelligence (AI) for financial advice? Is it a good idea? Anyone with the internet, even on their phone, can access AI. Tools like…
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Afandi is the first woman and the youngest person ever to serve as Regional Coordinator of Caritas Africa.
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Following the disputed 2007 Kenyan general election, Naivasha emerged as one of the major hotspots for retaliatory post-election violence.
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Senator Ledama Olekina criticised Kenya's plan to import 25 million maize bags, citing structural failures in agriculture and low irrigation coverage.
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The Government Chemist Department has formally received its ISO/IEC 17025 Testing Laboratory Accreditation Certificate from the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), marking a major milestone in strengthening confidence in the scientific…
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If approved, Sossion will join the nine-member constitutional commission responsible for managing teachers in public schools and implementing policies affecting the teaching workforce.
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KENYA inapanga kuagiza magunia milioni 25 ya mahindi ili kuziba pengo la nafaka hiyo...
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Former Deputy President and Democracy For the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has challenged Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to guarantee the safety of his entourage and supporters…
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The order was issued following the deaths of Intelligence Chief Michele Sensi Contugi and his wife in a helicopter…
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During El Niño, those trade winds weaken or even reverse, letting warm water pool in the central and eastern Pacific instead.
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LUSAKA, Zambia:
KIONGOZI wa upinzani Zambia, Brian Mundubile, Alhamisi alisema atapinga matokeo ya...
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16:03⇢Samburu Crash's Seven Names
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on the aftermath of the Samburu helicopter crash, with Citizen and Taifa Leo reporting on the seven victims, including Ecuador's intelligence chief, while Tuko reveals the police report naming the deceased. Concurrently, political tensions rise as Gachagua challenges the IG over security ahead of his Emurua Dikirr visit, and Sossion's TSC vetting draws attention to teacher welfare.
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The dispute centres on approximately 13.5 acres of land on which Ruaraka High School and Drive-In Primary School stand.According to investigations cited by the EACC, the land had been surrendered to t...
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Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has dismissed viral social media claims suggesting he narrowly escaped the helicopter crash near Mt Ololokwe in Samburu County that killed…
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President William Ruto is set to commission the Wanini Kireri Magereza Level 4 Hospital in Ruiru on Monday, August 24....
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Brazilian influencer and TV personality Suellen Carey has opened up about an unusual three-month relationship with ChatGPT, saying the experience helped her discover that she can form genuine emotional attachments…
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The armed gangsters accessed the house in the early hours of Thursday, stormed into Flora’s bedroom, tied her up and struck her on the head with a blunt object.
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South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro has opened up about a childhood marked by loss, homelessness and violence, revealing how he went from sleeping on the streets to finding his way…
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The ongoing construction of the Sh27 million Ikulya Earth Dam in Waita Ward, Mwingi Central, is expected to ease water shortages and boost irrigated agriculture in the area. The project…
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The CS also criticised the way the facility was managed in wet weather, telling engineers they were adding the wrong quantities of chemicals relative to turbidity level...
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What began as a political debate quickly turned into a heated war of words after Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara and Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris clashed over the 2007 post-election…
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Ireri said the meeting could not be considered an endorsement because it did not involve all recognised elders, insisting that the council cannot support resolutions or political declarations made wit...
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West Pokot Senator Julius Murgor has locked horns with Governor Simon Kachapin over the management and utilisation of Equalisation Fund resources, with the senator calling for investigations into how the…
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The Tourism Ministry has condoled with families of the seven victims, including five Americans, as investigators probe the deadly helicopter crash near Mount Ololokwe.
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West Pokot Senator Julius Murgor has locked horns with Governor Simon Kachapin over the management and utilisation of Equalisation Fund resources, with the senator calling for investigations into how the…
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KADRI uchaguzi mkuu unavyojongea ndivyo tabia ya kufadhaisha isiyoruhusu mtazamo na msimamo tofauti...
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18:12⇢Elders' Retreat and Denied Deals
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of the 2027 elections, with Citizen reporting the Embu Council of Elders distancing itself from an endorsement of Kindiki, and People Daily covering Wiper's denial of a deal between Kalonzo and Gachagua. Concurrently, Taifa Leo discusses the need to accept dissenting views, while Eastleigh Voice mourns the Samburu crash victims and TV47 Digital highlights a senator-governor clash over equalisation funds.
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Victor Kayari had worked for the family for only three months. He was accused of stealing Sh10,200.
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What was meant to be a solemn farewell turned into chaos in Mulili, Makindu, Makueni County, after strong winds swept through a burial ceremony, blowing away tents and leaving one…
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The latest body, that of an unidentified man, was discovered by children who had gone fishing in the river during the August school holiday.
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The move comes amid an ongoing strike by healthcare providers, led by nurses and clinical officers, in multiple…
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Nyamira County will employ 181 medical staff soon alongside upgrading some health facilities, in a move aimed at strengthening the sector. Of all these, 100 will be nurses while the…
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The Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife has proposed the separation of the responsibility of collecting levies from hotels and restaurants and the management of the funds for greater efficiency and…
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With national examinations drawing closer, KNEC has outlined important rules that candidates and schools are required…
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In its submissions on the Tourism Amendment Bill to the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife, the Ministry proposed that the Tourism Fund retain responsibility for collecti...
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The prosecution told the court that Maiyo unlawfully acquired Ksh.4,960,310 from a bank account held in the name of PROFIT for services that were allegedly not rendered....
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A multi-agency search and rescue team retrieved the final three bodies on Thursday after recovering four victims shortly after the crash.
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The defections come two days after Nyoro formally left UDA and took over the leadership of PPK, positioning himself as a new political player ahead of the 2027 General Election.
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Mbadi explained that he had chosen to be subjective because Kenyans had decided to go that route....
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SHULE za jamii, zilizo katika kundi la C4, huenda zikanufaika pakubwa na mpango mpya wa usajili wa...
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IEBC projects that the 2027 register will contain approximately 28.5 million voters, compared to the 22.1 million registered voters recorded for the 2022 General Election.As of August 20, 2026, the co...
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Ichung’wah turned the accusations against the opposition, claiming its leaders are sponsoring violence before blaming the government.He welcomed calls for an ICC investigation, insisting such a probe...
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Her re-arrest came shortly after she was released on bond alongside Nelson Masiga in the case involving the alleged theft of a Range Rover from a disputed 21-acre parce...
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21:59⇢Lawyer's Rearrest in Mutiso Murder
⌨The Kenyan media are focusing on the re-arrest of lawyer Angela Mulwa in the murder case of Dr. Victoria Mutiso, with Citizen leading the coverage. Concurrently, political realignments continue as MP Ndindi Nyoro welcomes three UDA MCAs to the People's Party of Kenya, reported by Eastleigh Voice. Other stories include church thefts, education reforms, and tourism fund management.
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DCP leaders challenged the NCIC to instead visit Gachagua's Wamunyoro residence, where they said he would be available to address the allegations.Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina also accuse...
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Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua's visit to Murang'a was marked by a guard of honour mounted by county enforcement officers, sparking mixed reactions online.
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Eastleigh Voice
Political parties must submit their authorised persons and specimen signatures by October 15, 2026, while their nomination rules must be certified by the Registrar of Political Parties by October 30 and submitted to the Commission by November 6.
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