Bishop Kimengich decries worrying stifle of free speech

Bishop Dominic Kimengich of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret has raised alarm over what he calls a growing attempt by authorities to suppress free speech ahead of next year’s general elections.

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Why Faith Kipyegon is making waves after winning 10km debut

Kipyegon, who is nicknamed the smiling assassin, is following in the footsteps of her training mates, among them two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge.

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Wanyonyi confident of stellar shows this season despite faltering in Eldoret

The 800m Olympics champion hopes to continue his stunning performances in the Diamond League circuit.

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What Faith's transition to road racing means to athletics family

Faith Kipyegon put into action her long distance running dream, winning her 10km road race debut at the Monaco Run in an imposing 29:46 victory.

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Why Rift Valley politicians are fighting over kingpin role

A declaration by Talai elder Christopher Koyogi that Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and Emurua Dikir MP Johanna Ngeno were Kalenjin kingpins has kicked up a storm in Rift Valley.

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ROUNDUP: Compassion, care, and love as Kenyans celebrate Valentines

Kenyans across the country and lovers marked yesterday's Valentine's Day celebrations with flowers, romantic gestures, and a display of compassion and community outreach.

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Ngetich and Korir reign supreme at Sirikwa Classic Cross Country

John Korir dethroned holder Daniel Ebenyo while Agnes Ngetich defended her title just weeks after bagging World Cross Country gold.

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Athletics stars set for a tough battle for honors at Sirikwa Classic

Stars are converging for what is expected to be a thrilling fifth edition of Sirikwa Classic World Cross-Country Tour in Eldoret on Saturday.

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Kingi calls for dialogue between senators, governors

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi urges senators and governors to hold talks to avoid public disputes over committee summons.

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Kenyans hope things will look up at World Indoors in Poland

Kenyan casts have delivered mixed results ahead of the global showpiece that will be staged in Kuyavian-Pomerarian, Poland, 

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Oscar Sudi: The new political bully or loyal foot soldier?

Rift Valley MPs have questioned motives behind Sudi’s empowerment initiatives across their constituencies.

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KRA begins process to rebrand to KRS, authority chairman says

Kenya Revenue Authority has started the process to rebrand as Kenya Revenue Service, aiming to usher in a cultural shift.

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High county approval costs hindering affordable housing, expert says

High housing approval costs across counties are slowing the delivery of housing units, a property expert has said.

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Kipyegon among super-fast stars invited for Sirikwa Classic XC tour

She kicked off her record-assassination spree at the cross-country tour in 2023.

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Seizure of motorcycle, arrest of rider sparks hours of chaos in Eldoret

According to protesting boda boda riders, the county enforcement officers arrested and attacked their colleague on Thursday evening.

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Mariam Njoki: This is why I switched allegiance to Qatar

Mariam Lufti Njoki, formerly Christine Njoki is over the moon even as she awaits approval by World Athletics to represent her new country – Qatar.

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Will Kenya become the first African country to host World Championships?

Kenya will know in September this year whether it will host the 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships, the most prestigious international track and field event.

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Kipchoge urges corporates to continue supporting sports

Kenya is preparing to host one of the two international annual shows in 2026.

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French tourist dies in tragic paragliding accident in Elgeyo Marakwet

The deceased was paragliding alongside her spouse, Pierre Laurens, who flew a separate paraglider at the time of the accident.

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Stars emerging from cross country contests

Athletes such as Frankline Kibet are emerging after maintaining consistency which resulted in his leading a clean podium sweep for Kenya in Florida.

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Athletes to have their flowers at Sirikwa Classic X-C tour on Valentine's Day

During the official launch of the 2026 gold level cross country meet on Tuesday, athletics enthusiasts were asked to come to the Lobo Village venue armed with their fine-looking flowers.

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Flying start for Kenya as it tops medal table at 2026 World Cross

The men’s Under-20 squad delivered a clean podium sweep in USA.

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Straight As increase as boys outshine girls in 11 subjects

There were more than 239 candidates who scored A plains in the 2025 KCSE examination released yesterday.

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Ruto slams Gachagua over national schools placement

President William Ruto has told off his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua, over his remarks that national schools in the central region were not admitting local students.

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Ruto tells off Gachagua over national schools placement

According to Ruto, the Gachagua-led united opposition was using ethnic balkanisation

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Kenyan athletics stars to look out for in 2026

From their recent performances, Kenyan stars are set to weave another tapestry as they eye glory and dominance.

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Athletics events expected to make waves in 2026

Athletics casts are spoilt for choice as an action-packed 2026 offers numerous opportunities for them to continue to rule the roost.

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Ruto promises hustlers better times in 2026, declares war on drug abuse

President William Ruto promised more benefits for hustlers in 2026 through subsidised agriculture and increased job opportunities in the housing and roads infrastructure sectors.

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2025: A year that Elgeyo Marakwet witnessed deadliest mudslides

The mudslides, which swept through three wards on November 1, 2025, displacing at least 200 families, were among the deadliest in a county renowned for its scenic hanging valleys.

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Mudavadi hits back at former CJ Maraga over referendum push

Mudavadi maintained that the country’s constitution will be amended in 2027 through a referendum alongside the Election in August 2027.

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How Kenyan athletics stars pumped billions into the economy

A big chunk of the prizes came from the Diamond League series, World Championships and World Marathon Majors.

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Record-breaking year as Kenyan athletes dominate 2025

Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet showed their class by shattering records.

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How doping tormented Kenya and crushed many careers in 2025

Big names fell by the wayside as the fight against banned substances continued.

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Another golden chapter: Faith Kipyegon on record-defining 2025

She shattered her own 1500m record and defended her world title in Tokyo.

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Family raises foul play suspicions in death of Former Likuyani MP Kibunguchy

Walubengo insisted that there was foul play in the death of Kibunguchy, who was a doctor practising in Eldoret and Likuyani.

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How Kenya's athletics superstars dominated global events in 2025

The country ranked second after the USA at the World Championships.Warning shots were fired at Diamond Leagues and World Marathon Majors.

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Mirriam wins 10,000m as KU are crowned hockey champs

Kibabii’s Daisy Cheptoo settled for second place in 45:54.49, while Anastacia Lubala of Maseno completed the podium in 46:24.50.

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Equity, KCB set to retain their Eldoret volleyball tourney titles

DCI, who finished second in the women’s contests last year, are also returning to Eldoret.

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Kiriago and Mutinda rule university games as USIU also triumph

Mountain runner Isaiah Kiriago stormed to victory in the men’s 10,000m at the ongoing Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) national games in Eldoret.

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Equity, KCB set to defend their Eldoret Volleyball tournament

Defending champions Equity Bank and KCB are set to defend their titles at the second edition of the Eldoret International Volleyball Tournament.

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