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How Nairobi bourse got its groove back
The Nairobi Securities Exchange is experiencing a major shift as rising local retail participation is reducing reliance on foreign investors and stabilising the market.
By G 12 days ago
How Nairobi bourse got its groove back
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Rogue cable firms and ISPs face jail terms, hefty fines
Communications Authority of Kenya has introduced strict rules forcing ISPs to share infrastructure, with rogue firms risking jail, fines and license loss for non-compliance.
By G 12 days ago
Rogue cable firms and ISPs face jail terms, hefty fines
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Package UDA wants to withdraw from Uhuru
Uhuru Kenyatta faces threats from United Democratic Alliance allies to withdraw his retirement benefits over alleged involvement in active politics.
By G 12 days ago
Package UDA wants to withdraw from Uhuru
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This man Cherarkey: The loud, unapologetic Ruto loyalist
Samson Kiprotich Cherarkey has built a reputation as a vocal and controversial ally of William Ruto, known for his combative style and bold political positions.
By G 12 days ago
This man Cherarkey: The loud, unapologetic Ruto loyalist
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Of love affair and last meal: Police probe poisoning in Dr Obwaka death
Investigators are probing a possible poisoning case after Dr Job Obwaka died suddenly at a Kitengela home.
By G 12 days ago
Of love affair and last meal: Police probe poisoning in Dr Obwaka death
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Bad precedent? Why Ruto allies want Uhuru Kenyatta's perks stripped
William Ruto allies have launched a bid to strip Uhuru Kenyatta of his retirement benefits over alleged involvement in active politics.
By G 12 days ago
Bad precedent? Why Ruto allies want Uhuru Kenyatta's perks stripped
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Ruto must look beyond dishonest handlers likely to bring him down
William Ruto is warned that misleading advice from allies like Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetangula could undermine his 2027 re-election prospects in Western Kenya.
By G 12 days ago
Ruto must look beyond dishonest handlers likely to bring him down
Standard Group remains a trusted source of news
Standard Group PLC remains a trusted news source in Kenya despite shifting audience habits and declining print readership, according to a new media report.
By G 12 days ago
Standard Group remains a trusted source of news
Kenya-France military pact: Have we learnt nothing from Batuk?
Kenya's new military pact with France has sparked concern over sovereignty and accountability, with critics citing past abuses linked to the British Army Training Unit Kenya.
By G 12 days ago
Kenya-France military pact: Have we learnt nothing from Batuk?
Horror as PCEA preacher is killed inside church compound in Lanet
Presbyterian Church of East Africa preacher Rev Julius Ndumia was killed inside the Lanet church compound in a suspected targeted attack.
By G 13 days ago
Horror as PCEA preacher is killed inside church compound in Lanet
'Why didn't you tell me about my own refinery?' Samia confronts Ruto
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has publicly rebuked President William Ruto in Dar es Salaam over his announcement of a major oil refinery in Tanzania.
By G 13 days ago
'Why didn't you tell me about my own refinery?' Samia confronts Ruto
Kenya warns nationals in South Africa as xenophobic violence spreads
Kenyans in South Africa urged to exercise caution and avoid protest zones amid xenophobic incidents, Kenya High Commission in Pretoria says, 10 days after attacks began
By G 13 days ago
Kenya warns nationals in South Africa as xenophobic violence spreads
Teachers gain fertility treatment under state medical cover, says Mwaura
Govt adds fertility treatment to public teacher medical scheme as the Social Health Authority expanded health coverage to 30.8 million Kenyans, Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura has said.
By G 13 days ago
Teachers gain fertility treatment under state medical cover, says Mwaura
Ruto promises to construct 30 classrooms to decongest Njiiri Secondary
President William Ruto has pledged to construct 30 new classrooms to decongest Njiiri School in Murang'a County which currently has 2,100 students.
By G 13 days ago
Ruto promises to construct 30 classrooms to decongest Njiiri Secondary
Why Kenya's 'A' students are failing in the school of life
Kenya created 822,100 new jobs in 2025, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), yet most graduates continue to enter an economy that absorbs them unevenly.
By G 13 days ago
Why Kenya's 'A' students are failing in the school of life
Study exposes gaps in Africa climate adaptation knowledge
A mapping of climate adaptation research in Sub-Saharan Africa has found wide gaps in evidence on what works for food security and livelihoods, despite a large body of studies already published.
By G 13 days ago
Study exposes gaps in Africa climate adaptation knowledge
Bill for two decades of failure by football officials is now due
From 2004 Fifa suspension to the recent Chan scandal, Kenyan football has been a masterclass in institutional self-destruction.
By G 13 days ago
Bill for two decades of failure by football officials is now due
Champions Thunder narrow gap on league leaders KPA
Reigning Kenya Basketball Federation Men's Premier League champions Nairobi City Thunder are now just one point shy of Kenya Ports Authority who are at the peak of the table.
By G 13 days ago
Champions Thunder narrow gap on league leaders KPA
I'm not scared of United Opposition, says Ruto
President William Ruto has declared that said he was not afraid of his opponents but would not engage them in hurling insults, as it has been their tradition.
By G 13 days ago
I'm not scared of United Opposition, says Ruto
The hustler...
The hustler...
By G 13 days ago
The hustler...
DCI seeks 14 days to detain woman in probe into Dr Obwaka's death
DCI is seeking court orders to detain Beatrice Wangari, the prime suspect in the death of Dr Job Obwaka, for 14 days to complete investigations.
By G 13 days ago
DCI seeks 14 days to detain woman in probe into Dr Obwaka's death
Senator Cherargei tables motion to slash Uhuru's retirement benefits
Cherargei recommends that any funds recovered be redirected to support public welfare programmes.
By G 13 days ago
Senator Cherargei tables motion to slash Uhuru's retirement benefits
Barasa calls for mutual respect between governors and senators
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has welcomed the recent truce between the Senate and the CoG, terming it a critical step toward resolving the standoff over county oversight.
By G 13 days ago
Barasa calls for mutual respect between governors and senators
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Naivasha witnesses spike in ENT infections linked to flower farms
Cases of Ear, nose and throat (ENT) infections are on the rise in Naivasha, with flower farm workers and minors being the hardest hit.
By G 13 days ago
Naivasha witnesses spike in ENT infections linked to flower farms
Private security guards fault regulator over pay, working conditions
A section of security guards now want the Private Security Regulatory Authority disbanded, terming it a toothless bulldog allegedly being used to push political interests.
By G 13 days ago
Private security guards fault regulator over pay, working conditions
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MPs push for tough penalties. tech tracking to curb livestock theft
Members of Parliament have called for far-reaching legal, technological, and administrative reforms to curb rising cases of livestock and produce theft.
By G 13 days ago
MPs push for tough penalties. tech tracking to curb livestock theft
Ruto urges judges to uphold integrity, deliver timely justice
"I employ you to do the right thing, however difficult, however unpopular, however uneasy it may be," Ruto said.
By G 13 days ago
Ruto urges judges to uphold integrity, deliver timely justice
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Ruto's unfulfilled debt promise pushes Meru County to the brink
A roadside declaration by President William Ruto to help the Meru County Government pay Sh640 million owed to a French investor has come back to haunt the devolved unit.
By G 13 days ago
Ruto's unfulfilled debt promise pushes Meru County to the brink
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Bogeyman: Why Uhuru has become Ruto's political punching bag
Uhuru Kenyatta has become a frequent political target as rivals intensify attacks ahead of the 2027 elections, amid his continued involvement in party politics.
By G 13 days ago
Bogeyman: Why Uhuru has become Ruto's political punching bag
Four arrested as police foil jet fuel theft at Wilson Airport
Upon inspection, the vehicle was found carrying four drums, each containing 200 litres of jet fuel.
By G 13 days ago
Four arrested as police foil jet fuel theft at Wilson Airport
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Forex reserves slide as Iran war tests Kenya economy firepower
Kenya's foreign reserves have fallen sharply as the Central Bank intervenes to stabilise the shilling amid rising oil prices and global uncertainty triggered by the Iran conflict.
By G 13 days ago
Forex reserves slide as Iran war tests Kenya economy firepower
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How billions are lost yearly through illicit alcohol industry
Kenya is losing an estimated Sh120 billion annually to the illicit alcohol trade, with stakeholders urging stricter enforcement and regulatory measures to curb the growing underground market.
By G 13 days ago
How billions are lost yearly through illicit alcohol industry
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Why Governor Kang'ata has ditched UDA
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has announced he will not seek re-election on a UDA ticket, citing political pressure and concerns over governance direction.
By G 13 days ago
Why Governor Kang'ata has ditched UDA
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ODM power row revives Raila-Orengo era rivalry
A power struggle within ODM between James Orengo and Oburu Odinga is reviving historic rivalries and exposing fresh divisions within the party.
By G 13 days ago
ODM power row revives Raila-Orengo era rivalry
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Kenyan journalists battle violence, digital monitoring in the line of duty
Kenyan journalists face rising violence, harassment and digital interference while reporting, raising concerns over press freedom and safety in the field.
By G 13 days ago
Kenyan journalists battle violence, digital monitoring in the line of duty
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Kenya leads Africa in combatants' supply to Russia, many duped into army service
Last week, it emerged that of the 4000 men from the African continent recruited in the Russian army, Kenya could have contributed at least a quarter, 1500.
By G 13 days ago
Kenya leads Africa in combatants' supply to Russia, many duped into army service
Why our most articulate leaders still struggle to explain what they would do
How articulate political leaders excel at critique but often struggle to clearly define practical, implementable alternatives when asked what they would do differently.
By G 13 days ago
Why our most articulate leaders still struggle to explain what they would do
Mothering with chronic health challenges: Why caregivers need support
Raising a child with disabilities is a story that reveal the difficult reality faced by many caregivers across Kenya. With financial strain, emotional battles, and societal stigma.
By G 13 days ago
Mothering with chronic health challenges: Why caregivers need support
Tea export levy raises concerns among growers
A new 0.8% tea export levy in Kenya has sparked industry concerns over legality, implementation challenges, and its potential economic impact on the sector.
By G 13 days ago
Tea export levy raises concerns among growers
"HIV also a power problem," experts warn as teen infections rise in Africa
For decades, HIV has been framed largely as a biomedical crisis, one defined by infection rates, treatment access, and viral suppression
By G 13 days ago
"HIV also a power problem," experts warn as teen infections rise in Africa
East Africa's fuel pricing variance exposes region to global shocks, expert says
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Fuel crisis sparks transport shutdown
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She fled trauma, now fights to save children living it
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By Stephany Auma
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Fuel price hike pushes up cost of basic goods
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