By: BBC Fahima Noori had big dreams when she graduated from university in Afghanistan. She had studied law, graduated from a midwifery programme and even worked in a mental health clinic. But all that was taken away when the Taliban swept into power in 2021. They banned girls over …
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The High Court has declined to grant bail to former Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Samson Kiprotich Talaam and five other senior officers charged with the killing of a blogger inside the station. In her ruling, Justice Diana Kadveza ordered that the accused remain in custody until key witnesses, particularly …
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on September 29, 2025 rolled out the continuous voter registration exercise as part of preparations for the 2027 General Election. The exercise was officially launched in Kajiado County and will be extended to all other counties. Voter registration had last been halted in …
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Thirteen people lost their lives on Sunday afternoon in a tragic road accident near Kikopey, Gilgil, along the Nakuru–Nairobi highway. According to Nakuru County Police Commander Emmanuel Opuru, the victims were in a 14-seater matatu headed to Nakuru when it collided head-on with a semi-trailer. Click here to join our …
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The tale of “Kaluma Boy” is not just another viral sensation but a moving story of sacrifice, resilience, and the unifying power of community in the digital era. In a country often defined by economic hardships and social inequality, the story of 17-year-old Vincent Kaluma from Othaya, Nyeri County has …
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Kitui County has officially rolled out its Tourism Circuit, a landmark project aimed at showcasing the region’s diverse attractions and positioning it as a leading destination in Kenya. Governor Julius Malombe unveiled the circuit on Saturday during World Tourism Day 2025 celebrations at the iconic Nzambani Rock in Kitui East. …
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A 50-year-old man has been discovered dead in his house following an assault in Embali village, Vihiga County. Police identified the victim as Frank Atero Indiakha, noting he sustained visible leg injuries, including a fractured femur, during the attack. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Although the motive remains …
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Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana has said that mistrust in Kenya’s electoral system is a long-standing challenge, rooted in history rather than the current commission. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In an interview with Citizen TV on Monday morning, Mukhwana noted that doubts about …
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A TV technician is warning fellow service providers to always test equipment before handling it, after narrowly escaping what appears to have been a deliberate attempt to frame him for damages. The technician, who shared his ordeal online, narrated how he was called by a new client to mount a …
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Sosoma, Nguni – Kitui Governor Dr. Julius Malombe on Friday commissioned the newly constructed Sosoma Dispensary in Nguni, Mwingi Central Sub-County, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to healthcare across the county. The facility is part of the Governor’s all-round development agenda, designed to improve the well-being of Kitui …
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