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Shocking Grade Changes: A- In The Morning, B+ In The Afternoon

The 2023 KCSE candidates, along with schools and parents, are in a state of disbelief and confusion following reports of alleged grade alterations on the KNEC portal. It has been reported that high-achieving students discovered unexpectedly lower grades, while struggling students saw significant improvements seemingly out of nowhere. However, the …

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MPs Reject Kaluma’s Proposal To Allow Graft Convicts in Public Office

MPs have turned down Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma’s proposal to allow individuals convicted of corruption to hold public office. The Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) of the National Assembly recommended rejecting Kaluma’s suggested legal amendments, which aimed to repeal Section 64 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes …

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Historic Mama Uhuru House Demolished in Early Morning Operations

The renowned Mama Uhuru house, situated along Kangundo Road at the Kangundo Road market, has been brought down in a dawn demolition. The two-story building, with 136 single-room units, was owned by the family of Kenya’s freedom fighter, Mwanaisha Bilali, affectionately known as Mama Uhuru until her passing on September …

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Kitui: Uwezo Fund Cheques Distributed To Local Groups in Kitui West

In a significant move towards community empowerment, Uwezo Fund cheques were distributed to numerous registered and trained groups of youth, women, and Persons Living With Disabilities (PLWD) in Kitui West sub-county on Tuesday. The distribution was carried out collaboratively by local leaders, including the Member of Parliament for Kitui West, …

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Ecuador: Gunmen Invade Television Studio Live On Air

By: BBC Masked assailants forcibly entered a live television studio in Ecuador, threatening terrified staff who were compelled to the floor during a broadcast on the public television channel TC in Guayaquil. The live feed was abruptly cut, and the attackers were later seen leaving the studio, reportedly with hostages. …

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Kitui County Unveils Ambitious Water Security Plan

By: Nicholas Wambua The Minister for Water and Irrigation in Kitui County, Peter Kitonga Nkundait, has unveiled a comprehensive strategy and the ministry’s intentions to ensure an ample water supply in the arid region of Kitui County. “Under the steadfast commitment of Governor Malombe, we are embarking on a strategic …

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MPs Warn of Censuring Treasury CS Ndung’u Over Delay in Releasing CDF Funds

National Assembly members are considering censuring Treasury Cabinet Secretary, Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u, for the alleged non-release of National Government Constituency Development Funds (NG-CDF). MPs claim that despite National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula assuring that the funds would be disbursed by December 20, 2023, the Treasury has failed to do so. …

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Sierra Leone Indicts 27 Soldiers in Connection with Thwarted Coup

A court in Sierra Leone has formally accused 27 soldiers of various charges related to an alleged coup attempt. The charges encompass offenses such as mutiny, failure to suppress mutiny, murder, aiding the enemy, communicating with the enemy, and other relevant crimes, as stated by the defense ministry. In November …

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Baringo: Bandits Kill Three Family Members.

In a tragic incident at Chemoe Junction in Baringo North Constituency, three family members were fatally shot by bandits, while three others sustained injuries during the attack. The victims, comprising a father, mother, and their young child, were ambushed en route to a local pass-out ceremony, where they were indiscriminately …

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2,500 Nursing Positions in Saudi Arabia Open for Kenyan Applicants

The Kenyan government’s overseas engagements, spearheaded by President William Ruto, result in 2,500 nursing positions advertised in Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Labor calls for applications from Kenyan youth for roles such as general nurses, personal assistants, and healthcare assistants. This initiative aims to enhance safe and productive labor migration …

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