In the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson elections held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Kenya’s candidate, Raila Odinga, has been defeated by Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf. Raila initially led in the first two rounds, but lost to Mahmoud in the subsequent rounds. In the first round, Raila received 22 votes, while …
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The Ministry of Agriculture has announced an increase in miraa prices, effectively doubling the cost for Grade 1, Grade 2, and Alele varieties. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe confirmed the price adjustments, which take effect immediately. “The government will continue …
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Kenya Power has confirmed ongoing delays in delivering tokens purchased through M-Pesa Paybill 888880. Customers attempting to buy Kenya Power tokens via Safaricom’s M-Pesa are currently facing issues. To resolve this, Kenya Power has recommended using alternative methods to purchase tokens. Customers can buy tokens through the Cooperative Bank of …
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Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) have arrested three police officers accused of extorting money from motorists and civilians in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The officers—Corporal Oscar Serem Biwott, Constable Simon Kiplagat Nyunyutik, and Constable Edwin Benedict Mubweka—were apprehended on …
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Kenyans are celebrating Valentine’s Day despite facing challenging economic conditions. The 2025 Valentine’s Day is the first since the implementation of the Finance Bill 2024. Recent reports show that the cost of flowers, chocolates, and dining out has increased compared to last year. As a result, many Kenyans are buying …
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President William Ruto has called for the creation of an African Credit Rating Agency, criticizing international credit rating agencies for their flawed evaluations and unfair portrayal of African economies. Speaking at the 38th ordinary session of the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ruto highlighted how distorted assessments based on …
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The Ministry of Health has confirmed three additional cases of Mpox, raising the total to 41 since the outbreak began in July 2024. Mary Muthoni, the PS for the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, stated that 271 individuals who came into contact with the 41 confirmed cases …
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A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Kirinyaga County for allegedly setting a miraa (khat) vehicle on fire after it was involved in a fatal accident on the Mwea-Embu Highway two weeks ago. The suspect, Titus Wagatitu Kimani, was apprehended in Kasarani, Nairobi, following a thorough search. The incident occurred …
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TikTok returned to the Apple and Google app stores in the U.S. on Thursday after President Donald Trump postponed a ban on the Chinese-owned social media platform, assuring the tech companies they wouldn’t face penalties for distributing or hosting the app. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The widely-used …
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The bodies of 14 South African soldiers killed in eastern DRC last month have been returned to the country after a long delay. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The soldiers lost their lives while fighting Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in the city of Goma. About 800 troops were reportedly …
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