Drought pushes 2.1 million to brink of famine in northern Kenya

More than two million people in arid and semi-arid counties are facing crisis-level hunger as the failed short rains push northern Kenya deeper into drought.

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Universities bank on alumni driving change with direct funding

Universities are channelling resources directly to alumni, driving community impact, and moving beyond traditional scholarships to back graduates with proven track records.

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Why court has halted Sh17 billion Mombasa waste project

High Court certifies as urgent a petition challenging the county government's approval of a Sh17 billion waste management project without county assembly approval or public participation.

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UDA to hold grassroots elections in 20 counties including Nakuru, Kiambu

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) will hold grassroots elections in 20 counties on January 10, 2026, party officials have announced.

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Delivery platforms expand protections, training for African riders

Across African cities, digital delivery platforms are reshaping how young people earn, combining flexibility with technology-driven work.

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Seven arrested over violent disruptions in Kariobangi North

Police arrest 7 suspects linked to the violent disruptions at Kariobangi North PCEA Church that forced officers to lob teargas during a thanksgiving ceremony attended by former DP Rigathi Gachagua.

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Youth defy state crackdown, demand accountability at governance summit

Six months after security forces killed at least 60 protesters demanding accountability, hundreds of young Kenyans have intensified calls for civic space protection and an end to state repression.

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Children as young as 5 try tobacco as new nicotine products spread, survey shows

Kenya faces a rise in tobacco use among young children, with new data showing 5-year-olds experimenting with smokeless tobacco and roll-your-own cigarettes as novel nicotine products spread.

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Insurers caught flat-footed ahead of IRA's 24-hour cyber breach deadline

Insurance companies must strengthen their cybersecurity defences to meet regulatory requirements for 24-hour breach reporting, industry experts are warning.

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How math anxiety quietly wipes out a year of progress for learners

Studies estimate that roughly one quarter to one third of students experience math anxiety, a psychological condition that often goes undetected until it has already undermined their performance.

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MPs review bill to modernise consumer protection standards

The National Assembly's Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) has begun deliberations on a proposed law to replace Kenya's 50-year-old Standards Act with modern consumer protection legislation.

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UDA godfathers have the last laugh as opposition cries

President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has emerged victorious in the just-concluded by-elections, sweeping multiple parliamentary and county assembly seats across the country.

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Nairobi Water retirees threaten protests over Sh4 billion pension arrears

Retired and current employees of Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company plan mass demonstrations beginning December 2 to demand payment of more than Sh4 billion in pension arrears.

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Embu doctors threaten strike over delayed promotions, staff shortages

Doctors in Embu County have threatened to withdraw their services starting December 1, unless the county government resolves longstanding grievances within 14 days.

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Why Kenyans are willing to pay more taxes but distrust government

Seven out of 10 Kenyans would rather pay higher taxes than see their government borrow more money but an overwhelming majority believe the tax system is unfair and lacks transparency.

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Panyako claims assassination attempt as Wamalwa condemns election violence

DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa has accused police of harassment and violence in Thursday's parliamentary by-elections, warning that intimidation tactics will not overturn the will of voters.

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Rival camps trade accusations as chaos disrupts by-elections

Violence and bribery claims disrupted by‑elections in several counties on Thursday, November 27, as rival camps accused each other of attempting to sway voters and cause chaos.

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Raila Odinga's sister Beryl Achieng dies

The family of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has suffered a second blow in just over a month, following the sudden death of his younger sister, Beryl Achieng Odinga

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Ruto: Africa and Europe must act together as equals

 President William Ruto has urged an equal partnership between Africa and Europe, calling for reforms, deeper integration, fair climate finance and dignified migration.

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Marsabit doctors' strike nears resolution after talks with county government

Marsabit County doctors are set to end an ongoing welfare impasse following discussions between the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) and the county government.

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Ruto rewards Malava UDA aspirants with diplomatic posts ahead of Thursday's by-election

 President Ruto appoints two UDA party aspirants who lost in party primaries to diplomatic positions in Uganda and South Africa, three days before the Malava constituency by-election.

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Standard journalist wins continental biotechnology reporting award

Standard Group journalist Rosa Agutu wins television category at OFAB Media Awards, beating competitors from nine countries in a continental contest that recognises excellence in science journalism.

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Humanoid robot arrives at Kenyan university as Africa joins global AI training race

A humanoid robot now walks the corridors of a Kenyan university, marking what educators say is the first deployment of such technology for student training in the region.

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President Ruto assents to four bills unlocking Sh70.6 billion for counties

President William Ruto has assented to four Bills that seek to unlock Sh70.6 billion for counties including repeal of 1929 tax law.

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Why Kenyan procurement teams spend hours retyping orders

Businesses lose countless hours each week as procurement teams struggle to process orders that arrive through WhatsApp messages, scanned documents and handwritten notes rather than formal systems.

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Africa did not cause climate crisis, must not pay for it, coalition tells COP30

African civil society groups warn they will reject any COP30 deal that forces the continent to pay for a crisis it did not create, issuing a seven-point ultimatum.

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Kindiki pledges passage of judges' retirement benefits law

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has promised the passage of a law to ensure judges receive retirement packages after their service.

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SOTNA: Ruto affirms economic turnaround, touts shilling stability

President William Ruto says Kenya's economy has recovered from the brink of crisis in 2022 to stability through strategic fiscal reforms.

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Ruto: 27 million Kenyans now covered by SHA

Ruto said the government is paying premiums for 2.3 million vulnerable Kenyans, including orphans, widows, the elderly, and those without income.

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Washington bets on UAE as its advanced AI outpost in the Middle East

President William Ruto says Kenya has risen from near economic collapse in 2022 to Africa’s sixth-largest economy, with GDP hitting $136 billion from $115 billion three years ago.

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Digital platform anchors Africa's video creator growth in Nairobi

A new digital content creation initiative is offering content creators a platform to transition from amateur photographers to professional video storytellers.

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Kenya rises from economic crisis to sixth-largest economy in Africa

President William Ruto says Kenya has risen from near economic collapse in 2022 to Africa’s sixth-largest economy, with GDP hitting $136 billion from $115 billion three years ago.

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Joint health initiative targets 75,000 in Siaya to fight malaria

A joint health initiative aimed at reaching at least 75,000 people in Siaya County has been launched, marking one of Kenya’s largest public–private malaria interventions.

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How state weaponised social media to silence Gen Z-led protests

A new report has detailed how the state used social media and digital tools to suppress Generation Z-led protests between June 2024 and July 2025.

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Why insurers are now betting against the national grid

As Kenya’s household appliance market grows rapidly, insurers are offering new ways to protect consumer electronics, with point-of-sale insurance emerging as a key response to grid instability.

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Kenyan-born officer promoted to lieutenant colonel in US Army

A Kenyan-born United States Army officer has reached one of the service’s most demanding leadership ranks after receiving promotion to lieutenant colonel.

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Kindiki leads UDA campaign as Mbeere North by-election intensifies

Campaigns for the Mbeere North by-election intensify as Deputy President Kithure Kindiki urges residents to back UDA candidate Leonard Muriuki Leo to continue government projects.

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Kenya warns counties to brace for Marburg virus after Ethiopia outbreak

Counties have been advised to be on high alert after Ethiopia confirmed its first Marburg virus disease outbreak in Jinka, Southern Ethiopia, with nine cases reported.

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Clergy must guide public life, Matiang'i warns leaders

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has called on political leaders to heed the clergy's warnings, saying they reflect public frustrations and cannot be ignored.

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IEBC summons Kasipul by-election candidates over violence

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has summoned candidates in the Kasipul by-election over alleged acts of violence.

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