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The United States has pledged $13.5 million (about Ksh 1.75 billion) to support Kenya’s preparedness against Ebola, as cooperation between Nairobi and Washington deepens following reported regional outbreaks and discussions about managing exposed American citizens in Kenya. According to a statement from U.S. State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott, U.S. Secretary …

The High Court has temporarily stopped the establishment and operation of any Ebola-related quarantine or treatment facility in Kenya linked to arrangements with the United States or any other foreign government or agency. The conservatory orders were issued after governance lobby Katiba Institute filed a petition challenging the alleged plans. …

President William Ruto on Friday signed three new Bills into law during a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi, marking the eighth presidential assent event of 2026. The newly enacted laws are the National Disaster Risk Management Bill, 2023, the Forest Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Equalisation …

President William Ruto has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of 16 students following a devastating fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, calling the incident a national tragedy. In a statement released on Thursday, the President said the entire country stands in solidarity with the families, teachers, and students …

Grief and confusion engulfed families at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil on Thursday after a devastating fire broke out at the school, leaving at least 16 students dead and several others injured. According to the Kenya Red Cross, the blaze started at around 1am. A guardian who was present at …

At least 16 students are reported dead following a devastating dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. Kenya Red Cross confirmed it responded to the incident, which is believed to have started around 1am and was reported at about 3:30am on Thursday. Click here to join our …

Wiper Party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has expressed deep sorrow following the deadly fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County, where several students are feared dead. In his message of condolence, Kalonzo described the tragedy as heartbreaking, saying the country had lost young girls full of hope, ambition, …

Search for a 23-year-old man in Kisii ended in tragedy after his body was recovered from a water well in Kisii Central Sub-County. Detectives are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Jared Oraro, whose disappearance was first reported from his home on Tuesday evening. Click here to join …

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At least 10 students are feared dead after a fire broke out in a dormitory at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. The blaze is reported to have started around 1am, with the Kenya Red Cross confirming it was alerted to the incident at approximately 3:30am on Thursday. Click …