Interior Ministry issues warning as heavy rains claim at least 13 lives

The Ministry of Interior has issued an advisory on the impact of the ongoing October to December short rains across the country.

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KWS defends new payment system, says it is more flexible

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has defended the transition from the old e-Citizen platform to the new KWSPAY e-Citizen payment system.

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AUC congratulates Samia Suluhu on election win, urges peace in Tanzania

African Union Chairperson African Union Chairperson has congratulated Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu on her election victory.

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CHADEMA rejects poll, refuses to recognise Suluhu as President

CHADEMA Party says it doesn't recognise Samia Suluhu as president, rejects Tanzania’s NEC election results, urging the international community to do the same.

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Police constables to be recruited next month, NPS says

The National Police Service has said the nationwide recruitment for the 2025 cohort of police constables will take place on November 17, 2025.

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Decades in power: African countries with the oldest presidents

The re-election of 92-year-old Paul Biya this October for an eighth term as Cameroon’s president has reignited debate over presidential age limits in Africa.

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COTU calls for an end to child labour

The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has called for more stringent laws to help curb child labour across the country, especially in the tea and coffee sectors.

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Duale defends transfer of Linda Mama program to SHA

Health CS Duale has defended the government’s decision to transfer the Linda Mama free maternal care program to the (SHA)

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In pictures: Rare opportunity as EPL trophy visits Standard Group

The English Premier League (EPL) trophy has arrived at the Standard Group headquarters in Nairobi on Saturday, October 25.

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Ex-Senator Orwoba accuses leaders of politicising Governor Kahiga's remarks

Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has accused some leaders of politicising remarks made by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga on the death of Raila Odinga.

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KNH unveils reconstructed face of boy after groundbreaking surgery

KNH has unveiled the face of seven-year-old Ian Baraka, following a successful reconstructive surgery hailed as a global medical milestone.

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Nassir: ODM can't afford sideshows ahead of by-elections

Mombasa Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Abdullswamad Nassir has urged ODM members to remain focused and ignore distractions.

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Anti-graft agency recovers Sh30m grabbed public land in Mombasa

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered public land worth Sh30 million that had been illegally acquired.

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Postal workers threaten nationwide strike over unpaid salaries

Kenya Postal Workers Union has announced plans to begin a nationwide strike on Monday, October 27, 2025, to protest seven months of unpaid salaries.

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KNH surgeons set world record with 20.8kg breast reduction surgery

KNH surgeons perform world’s largest breast reduction, removing 20.86kg of tissue from 17-year-old girl suffering from rare gigantomastia.

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Weatherman warns of intensified rains across several regions

Kenya Met Department warns of rainfall of more than 30mm in the Highlands and South-Eastern Lowlands urges residents to be cautious of landslides.

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'I wasn't invited,' Kitui Senator explains absence from Mashujaa fete in his own county

Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has revealed he did not attend this year’s Mashujaa Day celebration in his own county because he was not consulted or involved in planning.

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'I won't betray you, Baba,' Mbadi, Joho vow

Cabinet Secretaries Joho (Mining), Wandayi (Energy), and Mbadi (Treasury) have pledged unwavering loyalty to their late party leader, Raila Odinga, vowing not to betray him.

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End of an era: Lights dim as Raila Odinga buried (Photos)

Thousands of mourners have gathered at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University in Bondo to pay their last respects to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

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Winnie Odinga hints at readiness to 'return home' as family pays tribute

EALA MP Winnie Odinga tells President Ruto she is ready to ‘come back home’ and serve her people; she was nominated to the regional assembly by ODM.

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Former US President Obama eulogises Raila as a 'champion of democracy'

Former US President Barack Obama has eulogized former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a true champion of democracy.

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Baba's farewell: How mourners were overwhelmed by grief at Mamboleo grounds

A somber mood engulfed the Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, as thousands of mourners gathered to view the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

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'I was Jaramogi's food taster,' Wajackoyah reveals as he mourns Raila

Roots Party of Kenya Leader George Wajackoyah has eulogised former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as an enigma whose shoes cannot be filled.

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How Baba died, Winnie Odinga recounts

Winnie Odinga dismisses speculation over cause of Raila Odinga’s death, says he died in her arms and had been taking daily walks while receiving treatment in India.

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Kenyans throng Nyayo Stadium to bid farewell to Raila Odinga

Thousands of mourners have already arrived at Nyayo Stadium for the state funeral of the former Prime Minister Raila Odinga even as security is beefed up in various parts of Nairobi.

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My husband despised dishonesty, Ida Odinga says in heartfelt tribute to Raila

The widow of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Mama Ida Odinga, has called on Kenyans to maintain peace as the country mourns her husband.

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KCSE rehearsals to proceed despite Friday's public holiday

2025 KCSE rehearsals set for tomorrow to proceed as scheduled despite public holiday directive, Education Ministry official says.

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Explainer: What's a State funeral, and who qualifies?

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga now joins a list of national leaders who will be accorded a state funeral in Kenya.

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Kenyan delegation departs to India for Raila's remains repatriation

Kenyan delegation led by Prime CS Mudavadi departs JKIA, Nairobi, aboard a KQ flight to India for repatriation of Raila Odinga’s body.

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'The Baba I knew:' Political allies share memories of Raila

A democratic, just, and patriotic leader were the words used to describe the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga by his political friends.   

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Omtatah: 'Kenya sliding into imperial presidency'

A fresh political storm has erupted over President William Ruto’s Nyota youth fund after Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah accused the government of consolidating power and violating fiscal law.

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Lawmakers or lawbreakers? The growing rot of VIP impunity on Kenyan roads

The footage has reignited debate over the culture of impunity among political figures and senior government officials who routinely disregard traffic laws.

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'Shoot Ruto at the ballot,' Kalonzo to Gen Zs

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has urged young Kenyans to vote out President William Ruto come 2027, telling a crowd of his supporters to “shoot Ruto at the ballot”

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JKUAT students' association threatens action if lecturers' strike continues

JKUAT students' association threatens action if lecturers' strike continues.

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Wanted! DCI seeks suspect linked to kids murder

DCI appeals for information leading to arrest of wanted murder suspect Wycliffe Odero, he is accused of killing his wife and two children on September 27 in Samburu.

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Death at Bungoma Law Courts

Elderly man dies within Bungoma Law Courts hours before appearing for a case, Spokesperson Ndemo says he appeared unwell; body moved to Bungoma County Referral Hospital morgue.

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KUPPET defends push for Junior Secondary School autonomy

KUPPET Secretary-General Misori has defended the union’s call for autonomy for JSS, saying the government has failed to properly engage education stakeholders on the matter.

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DPP recommends prosecution of two health facilities, staff over alleged SHA fraud

ODPP recommends prosecution of two health facilities, 9 employees, and one SHA staffer over alleged SHA fraud; wants them charged with falsifying documents, conspiracy.

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Public questions DCI's timing of cocaine smuggler's arrest, day after KTN's expose

Detectives from Anti-Narcotics Unit foil attempt to smuggle cocaine to Dubai at JKIA minutes before takeoff, arrest suspect who had allegedly concealed pellets inside her body.

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Tanzania lifts ban on Kenyan businesses after talks

Kenyans running businesses in Tanzania can breathe a sigh of relief after the two nations reached an agreement reversing new restrictions placed by Tanzanian authorities in July.

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