Orwoba wants parliament 'sex scandal' unmasked after Ruto's corruption revelation

Gloria Orwoba has sharply criticised President Ruto following his revelation that MPs were extorting bribes from state officials through their parliamentary committees.

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Gachagua cuts US tour short to focus on November by-elections

DCP Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has ended his two-month US tour early to lead his party’s campaigns for the November 27 by-elections.

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National government threatens county's autonomy

More than a decade in the devolution, leaders say counties are struggling with national government control, delayed funding, and transfer of responsibilities.

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Relief for Mathare fire victims as govt sends aid

The fires destroyed at least 110 homes in Kiamaiko and 101 in Mabatini, affecting more than 200 families and killing one person.

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Transport stakeholders call out CS Chirchir as accidents rise

The Matatu Owners Association and the Road Safety Association of Kenya have accused the government of turning a blind eye to ‘systemic corruption’ and ‘negligence’.

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Experts push for parliamentary system to end Kenya's governance, diplomatic woes

Foreign policy experts are calling for Kenya to abandon its presidential first-past-the-post system, arguing that it fuels domestic failures and strains international relations.

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UDA MP faults Ruto for launching new projects, ignoring pending ones

Ngogoyo argued that if Ruto had been fully aware of ongoing projects during his tenure as deputy president, he should have carried them forward.

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Kenya pushes for uniform ban on toxic farm inputs across COMESA

Kenya has called on the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA)  member states to adopt a unified ban on hazardous pesticides and counterfeit farm inputs.

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Ruto defends Universal Health Plan amid mounting criticism over SHA rollout

Ruto announced that Sh13 b has been set aside to provide free outpatient services.

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World leaders, envoys mourn Ghana ministers killed in plane crash

Several countries and world leaders have joined Ghana in mourning the demise of two ministers and six top officials in a military helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6.

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President Ruto condoles with Ghana after deadly helicopter crash

President William Ruto has joined world leaders in mourning the deaths of two Ghanaian Cabinet Secretaries and six officials who perished in a military helicopter crash.

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Why Gachagua wants Trump to appoint 'tough' envoy to Kenya

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on United States President Donald Trump to appoint a tough ambassador to Kenya with qualities of Smith Hempstone.

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Empowerment or political goodwill? Kenya Kwanza's cash handouts under scrutiny

Debate on growing tensions over the intent, transparency, and funding of the government’s empowerment drives.

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Tanzania risks diplomatic backlash over trader ban, expert warns

Tanzania’s sweeping ban on foreign-operated businesses risks straining ties with Kenya and damaging its international reputation, a Kenyan diplomacy expert has warned.

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KEBS denies reports of contaminated sugar

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has dismissed viral claims that a consignment of contaminated sugar passed through customs and is circulating in the market.

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No, you can't 'vuvuzela' or 'activism' your way through CHAN

Joining the no-fun list are toilet paper, whistles, trumpets, horns, balls of any kind, even footballs, bottles, cans of food, and even thermoses. Your hot chai isn’t making it past security.

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Murkomen: We are ready for CHAN

Murkomen confirmed that CHAN facilities have met all preparedness standards, saying that the ministry is ready to beef up security.

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'What are you hiding?' Cleric questions silence on Shakahola report

Reverend Tony Kiamah has questioned the government’s silence on the Shakahola commission report, saying its contents remain hidden from the public.

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'No ID, no admission:' Duale warns against anonymous hospital drop-offs

Kenyans will now be required to leave their Identification cards, names, and vehicle registration details when dropping patients at national referral hospitals, Health CS Aden Duale says.

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'Free education is a myth': Stakeholders accuse State of betraying children

Education stakeholders have accused the government of violating the Constitution by failing to fully fund basic education, arguing it is abandoning poor children.

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Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi reported missing in Tanzania

Activist Mwabili Mwagodi, reported missing in Tanzania in a suspected abduction, family confirms; his last contact was on Wednesday evening.

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Explained: How motorists are dodging high fuel prices

Fuel prices in Kenya have risen sharply, squeezing households and businesses already grappling with a high cost of living.

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Education system has been messed up': Prof Munene

Political analyst Prof. Macharia Munene has dismissed President William Ruto’s blame on parents for failing in impacting moral ethics in their children

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CS Barasa under fire over illegal dumping in Murang'a County

Appearing before the Senate, Barasa faced tough questions from Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu, who accused the Ministry of failing to act on illegal dumping in an environmentally sensitive public space.

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'Whose decision is final?' Mbadi slams Sifuna over mortician claims

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has ignited political controversy after publicly dismissing the ODM-UDA Memorandum of Understanding, terming it as “dead.”

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Main suspect, three others in suspected Kilifi cult arrested

(DCI) have arrested four individuals connected to a suspected radicalised group operating at a homestead in Binzaro village, Kilifi County.

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Kenyan on death row in Saudi Arabia freed

Stephen Munyakho, Kenyan man on death row in Saudi Arabia for over 10 years freed, Foreign Affairs PS Sing’oei confirms; he had been convicted of manslaughter.

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Kenyans fund Maraga's 2027 presidential bid with half a million in 48 hours

Former Chief Justice David Maraga says Kenyans have given more than Sh 500,000 within two days to fuel his 2027 presidential bid, a move he says shows a growing public hunger for change.

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Doctors' union wants interns out of Kiambu as strike bites day 55

KMPDU has asked the Ministry of Health to withdraw one hundred fifty medical interns from Kiambu County as a doctors’ strike paralyses hospitals for fifty-five days.

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Kenyan internationals to feature in Empower Mchezaji tournament

According to the organiser, Nana Owiti, the tournament, themed Slay the Game, Silence the Violence,” aims to fight against Sexual Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in sports.

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NBA Africa and AFD celebrate first year in style

The milestone was marked with final exhibition games for boys and girls ages 16 and under at the Kenya Academy of Sports in Nairobi.

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Kenya bans export of raw macadamia nuts

The Agriculture and food Authority (AFA) has announced plans to ban on exports and transit of raw macadamia nuts through Kenyan ports.

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Clinical Officers protest over stalled promotions

Speaking to The Standard on Wednesday, July 16, KUCO Sec Gen George Gibore said the strike stems from the county government’s refusal to implement the 2024 career guidelines for clinical officers.

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Malala accuses Raila of betrayal

DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has accused ODM leader Raila Odinga of abandoning the party’s constitutional duty by aligning with the government.

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'Economy is on sound footing', Ruto says as he dismisses critics

President Ruto defends Kenya’s economy as sound, cites IMF ranking placing it sixth in Africa, says he has no regrets over tough decisions and urges Kenyans to reject ‘negativity’.

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CS Ruku urges newly appointed IEBC chair to hit the ground running

Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has called on the newly reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to expedite upcoming by-elections.

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Ruto vows to hunt down thieves looting cooperatives

President William Ruto has warned that his administration will aggressively recover stolen cooperative funds and prosecute those responsible as Kenya rolls out reforms to clean up the sector.

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Ruto warns Kenyans against tribal incitement, calls for dialogue on values

President William Ruto has warned Kenyans against tribal incitement and called for a national dialogue on values and generational responsibility.

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Govt forces mill shutdown to fix cane crisis, pledges farmers higher pay

The Kenya Sugar Board has ordered a three-month suspension of milling operations in the western region aiming to address a deepening sugarcane shortage.

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Mudavadi insists Kenya will hold 2027 election as planned

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has insisted Kenya will hold its general election in 2027 as planned, warning against attempts to disrupt the constitutional process.

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