PS Bitok: Only 3,000 schools cleared for capitation after audit

3000 of 32,000 public schools have received government capitation after submitting verified student enrolment data.

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Lawyers demand LSK president quit state panel role

Lawyers have demanded LSK President Faith Odhiambo step down from a government panel on protest victims, citing unconstitutional and a threat to the society’s independence.

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Fire breaks out at Katani Villas estate in Syokimau

Fire rips through Katani Villas estate in Syokimau, forcing residents to flee as firefighters battle blaze; cause and casualties yet to be confirmed.

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UN report cites Turkish-made weapons in Sudan conflict

A United Nations report has cited Turkish-made rifles in Sudan despite a UN arms embargo, according to findings presented to the Security Council in July.

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CJ Koome links sexual violence to harmful norms, urges united action

Chief Justice Martha Koome has warned that sexual violence in Kenya amounts to crimes against humanity and urged citizens to confront the vice.

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'Delete it now,' Kanja warns officers over online misuse

Inspector General of Police Kanja orders officers to delete unauthorised social media posts, warns misuse of platforms will not be tolerated.

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State moves to revive local car assembly with new Bill

Kenya is drafting a Bill linking tax breaks to local car parts sourcing to revive vehicle assembly and speed up the shift to electric mobility.

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Inaugural ewaste summit to turn new producer laws into action

Kenya enforcing new laws making producers manage products from creation to disposal to tackle rising electronic waste and improve recycling infrastructure.

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We will mobilise to defend our people, Mandera senator warns over Jubaland troops

Mandera Senator Ali Roba has warned that county leaders may mobilise residents to defend themselves if Jubaland forces are not removed from Mandera town.

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Six-year wait ends as government clears doctors' training fees

The Ministry of Health has settled postgraduate training fees for 633 doctors, ending a backlog that left some medics paying out of pocket for years.

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Two held as NACADA wipes out Kisumu brew hub

NACADA-led team destroys 40,000 litres of illicit alcohol in Kisumu, arrests two suspects as part of 100-day national crackdown on illegal brews.

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'Do not be misused to ruin your country,' Kindiki warns youth

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged young Kenyans to demand accountability from leaders while resisting political exploitation and violence.

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Private hospitals seek bigger role in SHA rollout to boost access

Private hospitals are urging the government to involve them in the rollout of the Social Health Authority (SHA) to expand access and improve efficiency.

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NACADA raid pours out 20,000 liters of illicit alcohol in Mathare

A multi-agency team led by NACADA has destroyed about 20,000 litres of illicit alcohol and dismantled brewing sites along the Mathare River in Mathare North.

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Want to vie in November mini-polls? What you need to know

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced November 27, 2025 as the date for by-elections in 24 electoral units across the country.

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New literacy paper prompts call for action to reduce learning poverty

Education specialists in Embu are urging the government to implement evidence-based literacy reforms to reduce learning poverty among children.

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Gachagua: Government silent as foreign troops occupy Mandera

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims foreign troops have occupied parts of Mandera, leaving five people dead, several injured, and many residents displaced.

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Secretaries' body seeks repeal of old law to strengthen governance profession

The Institute of Certified Secretaries plans to repeal the Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya Act and replace it with the Certified Governance Secretaries Act to strengthen the profession.

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Britam's half-year profit dips to Sh2.5b despite revenue growth

Listed diversified financial services group Britam Holdings has posted a profit before tax of Sh2.5 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2025, down from Sh2.8 billion.

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Coriander boom spices up Yatta farmers' livelihoods

“Most of what we do now, we’ve taught ourselves,” he says.

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Voter registration to resume on September 29 ahead of 2027 polls

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will resume Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) on Monday, September 29.

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Ministry releases national exams dates, bans third-term school activities

The government has banned all social and extracurricular activities in the third term to allow students to focus on national examinations.

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KMPDC closes 158 health facilities in Nairobi over patient safety risks

KMPDC closes 158 health facilities, downgrades 25 after inspections found unlicensed operations, poor standards and threats to patient safety.

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Fact check: Video of NATO drill in Estonia misrepresented as fighting in Sudan

A video widely shared online claiming to show Colombian mercenaries fighting in Sudan depicts a joint military training exercise in Estonia involving US and allied forces.

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Mudavadi defends Kenya's US lobbying deal amid criticism

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has defended Kenya’s decision to enter into a contract with a US lobbying firm.

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Mutai impeachment: Ex-CEC sent millions to governor only to be sacked via social media

A former Kericho County Executive has testified that she sent about Sh 1.6 million from her personal funds to Governor Erick Mutai after repeated requests.

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KDF kill five suspected Al Shabaab militants in Boni Forest

KDF Special Forces kills five Al Shabaab militants during an operation in Lacta, Mangai in the expansive Boni Forest.

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SHA suspends 45 health facilities in sweeping fraud crackdown

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has suspended 45 health facilities across 18 counties from accessing benefits.

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No, thank you: Ex-Senator Kembi Gitura quits top hospital role

Former Murang’a Senator Kembi Gitura has resigned as Chairman of the Board at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital, barely eight months after his appointment.

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Ruto declares August 27 Katiba Day to honour 2010 Constitution

President William Ruto has declared August 27 as Katiba Day to mark the 15th anniversary of the 2010 Constitution and promote civic engagement across Kenya.

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Banks race to counties as SME financing demand surges

Growing agribusiness and small-scale trade in central Kenya are fueling new demand for financial services as farmers and entrepreneurs seek easier access to credit.

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UN boosts Kenya's fight against drugs with 30 new testing kits

The war on drugs in Kenya has received a boost after the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) donated 30 new drug and precursor testing kits in the fight against the vice.

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Government turns to gaming in youth empowerment drive

The Ministry of Tourism through KICC is leading the effort to use creative industries and technology as tools for skills development and innovation.

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Young lawmakers push for a third political force ahead of 2027

A restless group of young lawmakers is openly challenging Kenya’s political order, rejecting party lines and positioning themselves as the nucleus of a youth-led third force.

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'We are watching closely,' Duale warns hospitals over SHA fraud

Health CS Aden Duale warns hospitals, doctors against fraudulent claims under the Social Health Authority, says offenders will be forced to refund money and face prosecution.

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Coriander boom: How Yatta farmers are spicing up their livelihoods

Coriander farming is transforming livelihoods in Yatta, Machakos County, where contracts with processors provide steady markets and higher returns compared to traditional crops.

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No show: Gachagua missing in action as hyped Kamukunji rally stalls

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua skipped a promised Kamukunji rally on Thursday despite DCP allies saying it would cap his 43-day US trip.

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Suspect arrested as Nacada seizes Sh17.5 million counterfeit alcohol in Nyeri

A dawn raid in Nyeri on Thursday led to the arrest of a suspect and seizure of counterfeit alcohol worth Sh17.5 million in an operation led by NACADA.

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New EV cover shields drivers from high repair, battery costs

Kenya’s shift toward electric vehicles is picking up speed, and insurers are stepping in to keep drivers covered.

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Police warn of traffic disruption ahead of Stars vs. Madagascar CHAN quarterfinal

Motorists plying the Thika Superhighway to face traffic disruptions as police set roadblocks at Muthaiga and Ruiru ahead of Harambee Stars’ clash against Madagascar on Friday, August 22.

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