Planning a safari? Here is the official KWS guide for park visitors

Winding up the year is not just about tallying achievements or setbacks but also a time to celebrate, make merry and create memorable moments with family.

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Battle of the malls: Nairobi lights up for the festive season

As 2025 draws to a close, Nairobi’s shopping malls transform into arenas of creativity where lights sparkle brighter, music feels warmer, and every corner tells a story of celebration.

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Government lists 14 areas in Narok County as security-disturbed, dangerous

The Ministry of Interior has declared 14 areas in Trans Mara West and South, Narok County a security-disturbed and dangerous area imposing a 30-day dusk-to-dawn curfew.

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Explainer: What happens when a Supreme Court judge dies in office?

The death of Justice Ibrahim Mohammed has left a vacancy at Kenya’s highest court, the Supreme Court, which is mandated to interpret the Constitution and hear presidential election petitions.

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Tributes pour in for Mohammed Ibrahim

CJ Koome eulogizes Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim as a thoughtful and steady voice in judicial governance; LSK President Odhiambo says he was a source of inspiration to many

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Former PS Wilfred Koinange's wife dies

Former Finance Permanent Secretary Wilfred Koinange’s wife, Rosemary Bagenda, has died aged 85.

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Thousands at Nyayo National Stadium for 62nd Jamhuri day fete (Photos)

President Ruto arrives at Nyayo National Stadium for 62nd Jamhuri day fete, inspects guard of honour; Ghana President John Mahama, DP Kindiki, several CSs, governors also in attendance.

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President Mahama: Time for Africa to unite

Ghanaian President John Mahama has urged African nations to boost intra-continental trade and build their economic autonomy.

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KNEC: No learner will be allowed to repeat Grade 9

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Chief Executive Officer, David Njengere, has ruled out the option of repeating Grade 9 for dissatisfied candidates.

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How 2025 KJSEA candidates can check results

2025 KJSEA candidates to access their results online via kjsea.knec.ac.ke; learners to enter their assessment number and any of their registered names, CS Ogamba says.

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How Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary expansion will boost black rhino population

Kenya aims to raise the annual growth rate of its black rhino population from five percent to eight percent following the expansion of the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary.

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Abductions, killings leading rights violations in 2025, KNCHR says

Some 661 complaints of freedom violations and 15 abductions linked to security officers were reported in 2025, with 57 civil and rights violations-related deaths, KNCHR report shows.

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Right direction for the country, Mbadi defends Safaricom stake sale

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the government's plan to sell 15 per cent of its 35 per cent Safaricom stake for Sh204.3 billion, dismissing concerns over.

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Kenyans should not fund roads through tolls, Nyoro warns

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government over its plan to introduce a toll on the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit Highway.

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'Time to work and deliver,' Oburu tells ODM after by-election victory

ODM leader Oburu Oginga calls on party members to consolidate gains in three constituencies after sweeping November 27 by-elections.

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Ruto launches Sh170 billion Rironi-Mau Summit highway dualling

President Ruto launches dualling of 175km Rironi-Mau Summit highway; project expected to ease congestion and boost Northern Corridor trade

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Live Blog: How Kenya is voting in the by-elections

Kenyans are voting in at least 22 areas today to elect new representatives.

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Women and girls hardest hit by inequality in Kenya - Oxfam Report

A new Oxfam Kenya report has revealed that women and girls are among those hit hardest by inequality in the country.

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Thursday's by-elections will expose IEBC's 2027 readiness, MP Adow says

Wajir South Member of Parliament Mohammed Adow has urged (IEBC) to intensify voter registration and education ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Kenya-UK trade hits Sh340 billion on rising exports

Trade between Kenya and UK surpasses Sh340 billion on higher exports; Kenya exported goods worth Sh63b and services worth Sh71.5b in year ending September 2025.

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EALA MP Sankok claims Tanzania polls met constitutional standards

The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) member David Sankok has accused “external forces” of fueling unrest in Tanzania.

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'An administrative event': Why experts say Tanzania didn't hold a real election

KHRC Board member Kwamchetsi Makokha and security expert Nicodemus Minde have condemned Tanzania elections, terming them “an administrative event”

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Kenya opens consulate in Jeddah

Kenya has officially inaugurated its Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

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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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