Banks push for SME governance reforms as technology redefines credit assessment

National Bank of Kenya MD George Odhiambo said many SMEs struggle to move from founder-led operations to structured enterprises with proper boards and independent oversight.

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TVS Motor eyes Kenya's market with premium models

The Apache line, which enjoys a cult following globally for its racing DNA, now joins Kenya’s increasingly competitive performance bike segment. ‎

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Health workers protest 16 months without pay, urge government action

The demonstration, led by Peterson Wachira, National Chairman of the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers, brought together clinical officers and laboratory staff from 31 counties.

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Bungoma medics raise alarm as 30 of newborn admissions are preterm

Health experts in Bungoma County have raised concern over a surge in premature births.

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Intergovernmental committee honoured with PELL award

The IGRTC emerged winners, having been nominated top three in the same category with Ministries and Technical Directorates from Senegal, Rwanda, Angola and Cote d’ Ivoire

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Kenyans abroad face harsh justice

With over 1,000 Kenyans incarcerated overseas, many face severe conditions. Back home, foreigners accused of similar crimes often escape accountability, prompting calls for equal treatment.

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Kenyans still seeking answers of kin missing after Dar polls chaos

Many of the missing persons are traders, cross-border drivers or Kenyans living and working in Tanzania.

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KNH opens first Immediate Kangaroo Care Unit to reduce newborn deaths

Immediate skin-to-skin contact has been shown to reduce mortality, minimise the risk of hypothermia and infection.

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Kenya launches ultra poor graduation strategy to combat poverty

Kenya has unveiled a new plan to confront the number of citizens living below the poverty line, one of the most persistent challenges facing the country.

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United opposition will break before 2027 election, Lusaka says

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has cast doubt on the opposition’s ability to remain united ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Court throws out petition challenging appointment of Bungoma service board

The Employment and Labour Relations Court, in its ruling, said the petitioner, Mr Rodgers Siboe Muyala, was ineligible for the appointment after he contested for a political seat in 20222.

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Teachers' transfer to SHA won't solve their problems, KUPPET official says

David Barasa argues that during his interactions with teachers across Bungoma, majority raised concerns that the new scheme might worsen an already dire situation.

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How AI is redefining mental health diagnosis and treatment in Africa

For decades, diagnosing and treating mental health challenges in Africa has been hindered by limited data, cultural mismatches in diagnostic tools, and a shortage of trained professionals.

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Bungoma signs MOU to strengthen community health systems

Governor Lusaka said the partnership is a transformative step in bringing quality healthcare closer to the people.

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Kenyan lenders rethink trust and access in collateral-free credit

Kenya’s long-entrenched dependence on collateral and guarantors in its credit markets is facing new criticism as lenders re-examine what truly drives repayment performance.

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Why Asige wants therapy for learners with disability

Nominated senator Crystal Asige has called for therapy services to be integrated into schools across the country to better support learners with disabilities.

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Organisations turn to homegrown sustainability plans as donor funding shrinks

As donor funding continues to dwindle, local organisations are increasingly turning to homegrown sustainability strategies to keep their programs running and impactful.

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Kirinyaga to spend Sh 100 million in a clean water supply expansion programme

The county government of Kirinyaga has announced the allocation of Sh100 million for the expansion of bulk water supply systems to serve 30,000 households in Mwea sub-county.

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Lack of risk awareness blamed for business closures, unemployment surge

Experts are urging the government to take a leading role in educating companies to help prevent avoidable failures.

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Governor Lusaka orders audit of VTC enrolment to seal capitation loopholes

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has ordered a full audit of student enrolment in all Vocational Training Centres.

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Government, scouts deepen civic education partnership

Omollo said the Scouts have become an essential force in community mobilisation and youth leadership.

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Health experts push for integrated health action

Studies indicate that over 60 per cent of human infectious diseases originate from animals, with nearly 75 per cent of emerging infections classified as zoonotic.

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Savula Backs UDA candidate amid DAP-K infighting

Party insiders say that the discord has left local party operatives divided.

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New park fees killing our business, say tour operators

Tourism industry stakeholders have warned that Kenya risks losing visitors to competing African destinations due to an increase in park fees.

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Lusaka pushes accountability as Bungoma signs new performance contracts

Governor Lusaka said the exercise signalled the county’s commitment to a results-driven culture.

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Innovation and partnerships key to modern policing, says IG Kanja

Police IG Douglas Kanja has urged greater investment in innovation, training, and international partnerships to strengthen the fight against evolving crime threats.

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CS Barasa leads joint push to restore Mount Elgon ecosystem

Environment CS Deborah Barasa has called for a unified national and regional response to restore the rapidly degrading Mount Elgon ecosystem in Bungoma County.

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Karua, Kibwana dismiss Suluhu election as a sham

Former Makueni Governor Kivutha Kibwana, representing regional human rights organisations, said Tanzania is in a digital and humanitarian blackout with hundreds feared dead.

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Leaders urge graduates to drive Kenya's digital, economic transformation

Government and university leaders have urged graduates across the country to embrace innovation, adaptability, and integrity to drive Kenya’s digital and economic transformation.

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African youths demand climate justice ahead of COP 30

The youth and grassroots organisations across Africa urged governments and global institutions to take bold, equitable action anchored on justice, inclusion, and accountability.

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Education CS demands end to lecturers' strike amid Sh7.76B budget deadlock

Education CS Migos Ogamba has called on university staff to resume work as negotiations continue over the payment of a verified Sh7.76 billion owed under the 2017–2021 CBA.

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The rise of one-person startups and its impact on budding hustlers

It‘s a weekday morning in Nairobi’s Buruburu estate, 27-year-old Brenda Mureithi is already on her second Zoom call of the day.

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KJSEA, KPSEA exams begin amid schools, State row over capitation

KJSEA and KPSEA began countrywide on Monday amid a funding dispute as school heads challenged the government’s claim that all capitation funds to public schools had been released.

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Why Gen Z is saying no to having children

Young people are choosing not to have children, at least, not for now. It’s not that they’re against children; they’re against repeating the cycles that once harmed them.

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How excessive screen time is delaying speech among Kenyan children

A parent can cue Cocomelon or Baby Shark and enjoy forty minutes of uninterrupted time to wash dishes, prepare supper, or answer emails. Yet beneath the convenience lies a hidden developmental cost.

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Several injured in BungomaMumias road crash

Several passengers were injured on Saturday evening following a grisly head-on collision involving two public service vehicles at Sibembe along the Bungoma–Mumias road.

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Candidates warned against exam malpractice

Candidates sitting the 2025 KCSE exam have been warned against engaging in malpractice and falling for scammers preying on candidates with a fake promise to provide exam papers.

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Governor Lusaka leads Bukusu elders to visit Raila's grave in Bondo

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka on Tuesday led Bukusu elders to visit the grave of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo, to mark a burial rite dubbed lufu.

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Families demand justice for loved ones killed at Kasarani

Two Nairobi families are demanding justice after their kin, 35-year-old Vincent Otieno Ogutu and 40-year-old Evans Okiche, were allegedly shot dead at Kasarani Stadium last Thursday.

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Tribute to Raila Odinga, the man who shaped my generation

Raila Odinga was a constant presence in our public life—a man whose courage shaped our politics, whose resilience stirred our conscience, and whose dreams forced us to imagine a better nation.

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