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Six dead after helicopter crashes into New York's Hudson River
New York Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch added that the identities of the victims will not be released until all families are notified.
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IG Kanja gives Internal Affairs 21 days to investigate drama festival incident
The alleged misconduct occurred at the Lions Primary School, where the festival is being held.
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Butere MP calls for accountability after drama festival chaos
He described the students' participation as a positive example of young people engaging with national matters and embracing creativity.
Entertainment
Kakwenza confirms child with Ex-Bobi Wine PR Manager Anne Whitehead
Kakwenza, known internationally for his outspoken criticism of President Yoweri Museveni’s regime and his harrowing accounts of torture while in state custody, made the announcement as part of a broader online conversation.
Global Affairs
Rock Star’s wife shot by LAPD in hit-and-run chaos
Police claim Lauren ignored repeated commands to drop the weapon.
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Respect court orders, CJ Koome warns after Butere Girls 'saga'
Koome highlighted that the High Court had given express instructions allowing 50 students from Butere Girls to take part in the festival and perform their play titled Echoes of War.
Global Affairs
Protests in Tunisia against Saied’s rule as six opposition leaders launch hunger strike
Members of the Free Constitutional Party rallied in central Tunis to demand the release of their leader, Abir Moussi, who has been detained by the authorities.
Sports
Preparations for Kenya Open Boxing tournament complete
According to Boxing Federation of Kenya Secretary General David Munuhe, there will be a full roster of athletes including recently SOYA nominated Boniface Mugunde.
Sports
Six new events added to Olympics swimming event, IOC announces
Previously, only freestyle was raced over the sport's shortest distance despite all four strokes being on the schedule at world championships.
Business
Employees to pay lower taxes on welfare loans after KRA review
The tax, which applies to welfare benefits such as low-interest loans provided by employers, has now been pegged at its lowest level since January 2023.
Education and Career
MPs push for reversal of teacher delocalization policy ban
This policy, initially targeting teachers in Northeastern Kenya, later extended to head teachers and principals, sparking protests from teacher unions and other advocacy groups.
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Audit exposes massive financial irregularities at Women Enterprise Fund
This was part of a broader issue where multiple paybills, set up for loan repayments and disbursements to women’s groups, were handled outside the mandated government system.
Business
Kenya proposes new law to provide stipends to jobless workers
The Bill, tabled by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, is set to alleviate the strain on Kenyans who have been left vulnerable by these unpredictable shocks.
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KeNHA to close section of Thika Road at night for maintenance
KeNHA Director General Kung’u Ndungu said the temporary closure is necessary to carry out critical repairs aimed at keeping the road in good condition.
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Police vow action after journalists harassed at Nakuru drama festival
"Why can’t we allow teachers? Because even the competition itself loses value if teachers are not the ones writing the scripts. That is part of learning, so that our students can work with the teacher," said CS Murkomen
Global Affairs
Uganda will be a $500 billion economy by 2040, says country's Treasury
Currently, Uganda’s economy stands at around $50 billion.
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Lawyer Katwa Kigen withdraws from IEBC race
Katwa explained that his decision was aimed at preventing any potential distractions that might detract from the commission’s vital mandate.
Health and Wellness
Audit reveals poor planning, weak controls in Sh7.2bn health initiative
Counties were required to provide a combined total of Sh450 million during the 2023/24 financial year.
Business
Banks face daily penalties from CBK over unchanged loan rates
CBK Governor Kamau Thugge revealed that inspections of commercial banks began in February, with 13 banks already reviewed.
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Nairobi residents protest county's plans for 60-metre river buffer zone
This expanded zone will be used for river regeneration, flood mitigation, and the construction of affordable housing.
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Joho responds to Gachagua's claims on Cabinet Secretaries getting speeches from Itumbi
He emphasized that no one has ever written his speeches or influenced his work outside the official government procedures.
Sports
Defending Champions Zamalek crash out of CAF Confederation Cup
Victory for Stellenbosch sees them set up a semi-final encounter against Tanzanian giants, Simba SC
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MPs demand answers as Sh700 billion in pending bills remains unpaid
The committee, led by Butere MP Tindi Mwale, now wants the verification panel, chaired by former Auditor-General Edward Ouko, to appear before it and account for the slow progress.
Global Affairs
Congo and M23 rebels postpone talks in Doha; No rescheduled date yet
Last week, a source revealed that representatives from the Congolese government and the M23 rebels held a discreet meeting in Doha, marking the first such encounter in years.
Entertainment
Kanye West slammed for sexist posts about Taylor, Madonna & Kim
In the now-deleted posts shared on his social media accounts, West made a string of sexualized comments and insinuations, many of which have been widely condemned as misogynistic and deeply inappropriate.
Sports
Harambee Stars striker Omala cleared to feature for Gor Mahia
With eight matches left to play this season, Gor are just three points behind leaders Kenya Police who have 49 points.
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CS Ogamba: Students pulled out of festival performance over Malala’s absence
Butere Girls reportedly sang the national anthem before exiting the stage.
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Elections observer questions sudden addition of 6 IEBC commissioner candidates
The Group also urged the IEBC selection panel to maintain transparency and uphold integrity, calling for a clear explanation of the criteria used to include the additional candidates.
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Forests: Senators demand answers over logging by Chinese firm
Barasa dismissed claims of illegal logging in the two forests and said no harvesting was taking place on Kamuruana Hill either.
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Leaders, rights groups condemn police over Butere Girls Drama Festival incident
Leaders called for urgent investigations and action against those responsible for what they called a shameful attack on schoolchildren.