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IEBC Invites Public Input on Campaign Finance Rules Ahead of 2027 Polls
IEBC seeks Kenyans’ views on draft campaign finance regulations to ensure fair political competition ahead of the 2027 general election.
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Lilian Odira Targets Commonwealth Games Glory in Glasgow
Lilian Odira aims for Commonwealth gold after advancing to 800m semis in Glasgow, using the Games as prep for World Athletics Ultimate Championship.
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Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Holds Talks with US Congressman to Boost Security and Investment
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met US Congressman Darin LaHood in Mogadishu to discuss strengthening security ties and expanding economic cooperation.
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Chance The Rapper Highlights Mau Mau History During Nairobi Museum Visit with Family
Chance The Rapper visited Nairobi National Museum with his daughters, emphasizing the importance of teaching Mau Mau history to future generations.
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KRA Extends Import Duty Waiver Threshold to August 20, Sets New Benchmark for August 21
KRA extends the Ksh2.5M import threshold to August 20, before raising it to Ksh3.2M, easing pressure on importers and ensuring fairer duty assessments.
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IG Kanja Confirms Nationwide Operation of Instant Traffic Fines System
Inspector General Douglas Kanja affirms the Instant Traffic Fines Framework is fully operational nationwide amid legal challenges and public confusion.
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Parliament Considers Bill to Expedite Loan Recovery for Affordable Housing Owners
Proposed Land Act amendments could shorten loan default recovery periods for affordable housing, sparking debate on borrower protections and investment incentives.
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KWS Links Elephant Deaths in Amboseli to Possible Toxic Substance
Kenya Wildlife Service links deaths of 15 elephants in Amboseli to a potential toxin after clinical signs of paralysis were observed in affected animals.
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Kenya Among Africa’s Highly Indebted Nations with Debt-to-GDP Ratio Above 60%
Kenya’s debt-to-GDP ratio hit 65.6% in 2026, ranking it among Africa’s most indebted countries and raising concerns over rising debt servicing costs.
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President Ruto Pledges Full University Funding Amid KUCCPS and HELB Portal Issues
Students face technical glitches on KUCCPS and HELB portals as President Ruto promises full government funding for all qualifying university and TVET students.
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Kenya and Somalia Move to Restore Immigration Cooperation After Diplomatic Disputes
Kenya and Somalia agree to enhance immigration and cross-border cooperation following deportations of Somali officials amid rising tensions.
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IOM Highlights Global Crisis of Forced Online Scam Trafficking
IOM warns hundreds of thousands trapped in scam networks, forced into online fraud under threat and coercion, urging victim protection over punishment.