Coffee market banks on online bidding to boost farmers' returns

The coffee market is undergoing a major shift as the Nairobi Coffee Exchange adopts online bidding as part of a new five-year strategy

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Nairobi youths tackle climate change with river cleanup

Youth volunteers in Nairobi have launched a monthly cleanup of the Nairobi River along Naivasha Road to fight climate change and reduce pollution.

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Nairobi Coffee Exchange unveils 2026-2030 plan, bets on transparency and technology

Kenya’s coffee industry is positioning itself for a turnaround driven by higher farmer earnings, expanded production zones, and a more transparent trading system

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Smartphone brands push upgrades to protect market share

Smartphone manufacturers are increasingly leaning on product upgrades and high-profile partnerships to protect market share.

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Family's pain deepens as autopsy confirms Vincent Ayom was shot at close range

Grief engulfed the family of Vincent Ayomo after a postmortem confirmed that he was killed by a single gunshot fired at close range, reinforcing their belief that the action was deliberate.

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IEBC ready for by-elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has confirmed its full preparedness for the February 26 by-elections, citing enhanced logistical, security and operational plans.

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Relief for Bumula residents as MP revives stalled dam project

Residents of Bumula constituency are expected to benefit from regular water supply after MP Wanami Wamboka announced the revival of the stalled Namuningei dam project.

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Firms told ISO standards key for global trade

Kenya is increasing its adoption of International Organisation for Standardisation management systems as a key strategy to enhance business credibility

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Family cries foul over delays in postmortem of their slain kin

Ayomo was allegedly shot dead by police during the Edwin Sifuna-led ODM rally in Kitengela after police disrupted the rally, lobbing teargas and using live bullets

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Fears of state capture grip Nairobi Hospital

The Nairobi Hospital board members and doctors are warning that political interference, disregard of court orders and financial mismanagement are threatening patient care.

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2,201 children with disabilities benefit from Ustawi Scholarship Programme

Thousands of children with disabilities across Kenya on Monday received new opportunities to pursue education through the Ustawi Scholarship Program

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Wandayi calls for ODM unity, warns dissenters amid UDA talks

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has called for discipline and unity within the ODM party, amid rising internal disagreements over the party’s political direction.

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African countries urged to strengthen gene banks to safeguard future food security

African countries are being urged to strengthen gene banks to safeguard future food security amid climate change, land degradation, biodiversity loss and sustainable agriculture challenges.

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Africa's shrinking crop diversity threatens food security, FAO report warns

Africa’s shrinking crop diversity threatens food security as droughts, erratic rainfall, climate change and agricultural resilience challenges intensify.

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Kenya becomes Italy's gateway as African hub opens in Nairobi

Kenya and Italy have taken a major step to deepen bilateral cooperation with the launch of the Med-Or Italian Foundation for Africa’s first overseas office in Nairobi

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Savula courts Luhya diaspora votes to bolster Ruto's 2027 re-election bid

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has stepped up President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election campaign by rallying Luhya voters living outside Western Kenya.

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Savula backs Sifuna ouster, alleges Uhuru is funding ODM 'rebels'

Savula claimed there was credible evidence linking Kenyatta to efforts to split ODM at a critical juncture in the country’s political cycle.

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East African states close ranks against illegal fishing in Indian ocean

East African governments are hardening their position against illegal fishing in the South West Indian Ocean

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Barasa slams deputy governor's 2027 bid as Bungoma succession battle begins

Didmus Barasa faulted Deputy Governor Jenipher Mbatiany for allegedly failing to push for key projects, despite holding a strategic position in county leadership.

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Italy opens Africa hub in Nairobi, seals expanded partnership with Kenya

Kenya and Italy have taken a significant step toward deepening bilateral cooperation following the launch of the Med-Or Italian Foundation for Africa’s first overseas office in Nairobi.

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Delayed screening, family planning myths to blame for Bungoma's rising cancer cases

Cancer cases in Bungoma County continue to rise, with breast and cervical cancers accounting for the majority of new diagnoses at the Bungoma County Referral Hospital.

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How fight over Gatoto primary threatens education for vulnerable children

For more than three decades, Gatoto Community Primary School has been a beacon of hope for children from Nairobi’s informal settlement of Mukuru kwa Reuben. 

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MP Wamboka dismisses Wetang'ula's 2032 talk, pushes Luhya presidential bid for 2027

Bumula Member of Parliament Jack Wamboka has poured cold water on National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula’s reported interest in the 2032 presidential race.

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Human rights advocates raise alarm over sexual violence in Uganda

Women’s rights advocates from across East Africa, have raised alarm over what they termed systematic, state-sanctioned sexual violence against women in Uganda.

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Dutch-based firm eyes Kenyan market with Sh3b animal feed factory

The factory will strengthen local feed supply, improve quality and consistency, create jobs, and support national efforts toward food security and industrial growth

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SUPKEM urges government to declare drought national emergency

The Supreme Council of Kenyan Muslims has called on President William Ruto to declare drought a national drought emergency.

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Omtatah urges compliance with court orders over Langata Affordable Housing project

Busia Senator Okia Omutata has called on government agencies and developers to comply with court orders halting the Langata Affordable Housing Project.

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Bungoma senator calls for EACC probe over alleged misuse of county funds

Senator David Wakoli has urged the EACC to urgently investigate and arrest all individuals implicated in what he described as the apparent misuse of public resources.

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City commuters stranded amid matatu dispute

Thousands of commuters across Nairobi were stranded on Monday morning after a section of matatu operators stayed off the roads, disrupting public transport.

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Savula ditches DAP-K for UDA, pledges to deliver 2.6m Western votes

Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has formally defected from DAP-K to UDA, setting off major political realignment in western Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Cotu warns FKE against false NSSF contributions

Atwoli argued that recent remarks by the employers’ lobby on NSSF deductions neither represent workers nor reflect a genuine understanding of their lived realities.

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13 teachers hospitalised after Nairobi accident kills two during Kuppet polls

Thirteen teachers remain hospitalised following a road accident in Nairobi in which a matatu ploughed into educators participating in KUPPET branch elections, killing two.

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Transport sector crisis deepens as operators split over planned nationwide strike

The crisis stems from a surge in incidents where vehicles, particularly matatus, are torched by mobs following road accidents.

By 27 days ago

NACADA announces 2026 national drug prevention essay writing competition

NACADA said the competition aims to empower learners to actively engage in substance use prevention through critical thinking, reflection, and positive advocacy.

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Kenya army dependents get technical skills boost under militaryprivate sector partnership

One hundred and twenty dependents of Kenya Army servicemen and women have been commissioned to join the Defence Forces Technical College

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Wakoli faults Bungoma county over poor state of ECDE facilities

Wakoli described the situation as unacceptable and deeply disturbing. 

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Transport operators threaten nationwide strike over rising vehicle arson

The looming shutdown threatens to disrupt public transport, cargo movement and economic activity.

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Boda boda riders distance themselves from arson on matatus

The Digital Boda Drivers has condemned recent incidents of arson targeting matatus, firmly distancing boda boda riders from the violence .

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Alarm as millions of pupils lack basic reading and numeracy skills

Education stakeholders have raised concerns over deepening gaps in foundational learning in Kenyan schools.

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Council for Legal Education moves to review exam quality

Council's CEO Jack Mwimali said the review focuses on identifying both strengths and weaknesses in the examination and training process, with corrective action to be taken where gaps are found.

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