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Kenya marks Cancer Survivors Day as experts urge early screening

Cancer Survivors Day highlights resilience among patients and caregivers in Kenya as experts warn of a rising cancer burden, with over 42,000 new cases and 27,000 deaths annually.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-06-07 10:34:43
A Kenyan mother says her son, named after President Ruto, is being bullied in school with political chants like “Must Go,” leaving the young PP2 pupil distressed and unwilling to attend school.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-06-06 15:00:00
A passenger allegedly pushed from a moving matatu over a fare dispute has died after succumbing to injuries at KNH. The incident has sparked outrage over PSV safety and enforcement gaps.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-06-06 13:35:00
Eric Omondi was arrested at JKIA over alleged offences linked to fuel protests. DCI says he’s under investigation, while MP Babu Owino has pledged to defend him in court on Monday.
By Boniface Mithika 2026-06-06 12:35:00
Elachi says Kenya’s challenges stem from a character crisis, not politics, urging stronger values, accountability, and collective responsibility to address inequality, governance, and social decay.
By Mike Kihaki 2026-06-06 11:50:00
A man faces grievous harm charges after allegedly responding to his girlfriend’s call to attack a neighbour in a TV dispute, leaving the victim seriously injured in a violent confrontation.
By Lilian Chepkoech 2026-06-06 11:30:00
Every digital action leaves a data trail. As Kenya expands digital services and surveillance technologies, growing concerns emerge over privacy, data protection and government oversight.
By Amos Murumba 2026-06-06 09:55:29
Victor Okoth Ondiek was released after his wife, Pauline Atieno appeared before the court and requested forgiveness, stating that she needed him at home. 
By Lilian Chepkoech 2026-06-05 14:25:00
Millie Odhiambo celebrated her husband Magugu Mabona’s 60th birthday by serenading him during a glamorous event, delighting guests and showcasing a rare romantic side of the Suba North MP.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-06-05 13:25:00
The University of Nairobi has been ranked Kenya’s top university in the CWUR 2026 global rankings, placing 1,425 worldwide and 37th in Africa, driven by strong research performance.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-06-05 12:30:00
Mulamwah and gospel artist Hopekid have graduated from an International Communication course in China, marking new academic milestones as they join a growing trend of Kenyans studying abroad.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-06-05 12:00:00
A man who says he was held by Al Shabaab in Somalia for nine months after a car theft incident is being interrogated by anti-terrorism police upon his return to Mandera, Kenya.
By Hudson Gumbihi 2026-06-05 11:25:00