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Why Morocco is called MAR and not MOR in World Cup broadcast

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Why Morocco is called MAR and not MOR in World Cup broadcast

Morocco is an English name of the north African country, while Maroc is the original French name for the nation.

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Why Morocco is called MAR and not MOR in World Cup broadcast

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Victor Wanyama returns from retirement to Harambee Stars

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IEBC commissioner Francis Wanderi resigns

IEBC commissioner Francis Wanderi resigns

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Why Morocco is called MAR and not MOR in World Cup broadcast

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Why Morocco is called MAR and not MOR in World Cup broadcast

UAE gifts Africa 51 drought-tolerant trees

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UAE gifts Africa 51 drought-tolerant trees

Nyeri County reviews revenue collection target from Sh800m to Sh1b

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Nyeri County reviews revenue collection target from Sh800m to Sh1b

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Nyeri County reviews revenue collection target from Sh800m to Sh1b

The county has revised its revenue target, increasing it from Sh844 million to Sh1 billion, to review the revenue collection system with an aim to generate more income.

By Amos Kiarie 2 hrs ago

Nyeri County reviews revenue collection target from Sh800m to Sh1b

Rift Valley region loses at least Sh10m monthly to fake goods

Rift Valley region loses at least Sh10m monthly to fake goods

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Wajir governor petition: Witnesses tasked to prove irregularities

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Sakaja tasks KMPDC to inspect county hospitals, identify gaps

Sakaja tasks KMPDC to inspect county hospitals, identify gaps

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Gladys Wanga defends her election, asks court to dismiss petition

Gladys Wanga defends her election, asks court to dismiss petition

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All set for Bungoma Senate by-election

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Tackling inequality key to Kenya's transition to Upper Middle-Income status

Tackling inequality key to Kenya's transition to Upper Middle-Income status

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Rising fraud makes land use as collateral for loans untenable

Rising fraud makes land use as collateral for loans untenable

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Ruto's plan to connect homes, towns to internet

Ruto's plan to connect homes, towns to internet

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MPs' vetting of Cabinet secretaries was a charade, waste of time

MPs' vetting of Cabinet secretaries was a charade, waste of time

By Jane Waiti 12 hrs ago

We need greater cooperation between different cadres of engineers

We need greater cooperation between different cadres of engineers

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Report has revived hopes for equitable quality education

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Why Kenya has tighter relationship with Israel than other great powers

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Interior CS Kithure Kindiki says police will not interfere with Raila's planned rallies

Interior CS Kithure Kindiki says police will not interfere with Raila's planned rallies

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Meet the person behind the name, St. Charles Lwanga

Second motion seeking to impeach Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza tabled

Second motion seeking to impeach Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza tabled

Raila Odinga and President William Ruto engage in a Twitter spat over August 9th poll results

Raila Odinga and President William Ruto engage in a Twitter spat over August 9th poll results

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President Ruto dismisses opposition leader Raila Odinga's call for mass action across the country

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Bill seeks prosecution of public officials who snub House resolutions

Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana has sponsored a Bill in the Senate that seeks to have government officials who fail to implement Parliament resolutions jailed or fined.

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Raila takes his crusade to the people in big political gamble

Besides the Kamukunji rally, the ODM leader has also called another meeting on Jamhuri Day, December 12, at Jacaranda Grounds in Nairobi’s Kayole estate.

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Ruto in new push for return of office of the opposition leader

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Basketballer Okot battles track stars for Most Promising Award

Victor Wanyama returns from retirement to Harambee Stars

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Victor Wanyama returns from retirement to Harambee Stars

Jelimo finally honoured with 2012 Olympic Games bronze medal

By Dennis Okeyo 4 hrs ago

Jelimo finally honoured with 2012 Olympic Games bronze medal

Moroccan player Boufal apologizes to Africans after saying Morocco's win is for Arabs and Moroccans

By Odero Charles 6 hrs ago

Moroccan player Boufal apologizes to Africans after saying Morocco's win is for Arabs and Moroccans

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Raila demands return of fuel and unga subsidies

Raila demands return of fuel and unga subsidies

Raila said the people were unhappy as things had worsened and he could not wait for the lapse of the government’s 100 days in office to see whether it will fulfill some election promises.

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Raila demands return of fuel and unga subsidies

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Court drops Sh1.9b graft case against KPC bosses

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Suzanne Silantoi; 29-year-old Nairobi CEC nominee worth Sh36 million

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Why able men fled from Kiambu to Rift Valley in 1917

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US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman pays courtesy visit to Standard Group offices

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Kenya sends 1st batch of troops to rebel-hit eastern Congo

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Sh1.2 billion reward: Profiles of the three terrorists wanted by US

The US, through Department of State’s Rewards for Justice (RFJ) program is offering a reward of up to $10 million (Sh1.2 billion) for information leading to the arrest of any of them.

By Standard Checkpoint 1 day ago

Sh1.2 billion reward: Profiles of the three terrorists wanted by US

EXPLAINER: Why South Africa's president might lose his job

President Ramaphosa has denied wrongdoing, saying the stolen money was proceeds from the sale of animals at his farm

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UAE gifts Africa 51 drought-tolerant trees

UAE gifts Africa 51 drought-tolerant trees

The Ghaf trees represents an important source of life, unity, and brotherhood, making it important and famous as a symbol of steadfastness and prosperity.

By Benjamin Imende 1 hr ago

Russian Court upholds ex-reporter's 22-year treason sentence

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Russian Court upholds ex-reporter's 22-year treason sentence

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China faces new challenges after relaxing 'Zero-Covid' policy

Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin says fight taking longer than expected

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Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin says fight taking longer than expected

Peru's president ousted by Congress in political crisis

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Peru's president ousted by Congress in political crisis

South Sudan's ruling party backs president for another run

South Sudan's ruling party backs president for another run

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John Kerry: Climate talks should have done more on pollution cuts

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John Kerry: Climate talks should have done more on pollution cuts

Male circumcision rates among major hospitals in Nairobi

By Betty Njeru 19 hrs ago

Male circumcision rates among major hospitals in Nairobi

Shocking narratives from FGM survivors going through reconstructive surgery

By Jayne Rose Gacheri 1 day ago

Shocking narratives from FGM survivors going through reconstructive surgery

Medics raise the alarm as HIV infections increase to 20,000

By Lucas Ngasike 1 day ago

Medics raise the alarm as HIV infections increase to 20,000

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UK royals brace as Harry-Meghan doc promises 'full truth'

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UK royals brace as Harry-Meghan doc promises 'full truth'

Harmonize apologises for releasing dancehall song featuring Konshens

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Harmonize apologises for releasing dancehall song featuring Konshens

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How to properly handle criticism at work

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Dating tips for short men looking to find romance

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Adult brothers' love affair with their sister leaves one dead

Adult brothers' love affair with their sister leaves one dead

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Morocco beats Spain on penalties to advance at FIFA World Cup

Morocco beats Spain on penalties to advance at FIFA World Cup

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Ronaldo-less Portugal beats Switzerland 6-1 at World Cup

Ronaldo-less Portugal beats Switzerland 6-1 at World Cup

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Water harvesting technology from house roofs to water pans

Water harvesting technology from house roofs to water pans

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Tips on saving water through sustainable use

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Do you keep secrets from your partner?

Do you keep secrets from your partner?

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Only have children you can manage to raise

Only have children you can manage to raise

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Best fashion pieces to have in this sunny weather

Best fashion pieces to have in this sunny weather

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Suzanne Silantoi: Meet the 29-year-old worth Sh36 million

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By Stephanie Wangari 2 hrs ago

Why couples should share bank accounts

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