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Ruto awards top national honours to Kenyans for outstanding service
The awards featured the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya and the Order of the Burning Spear, which remain the highest symbols of national appreciation.
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Cabinet to approve National Infrastructure Fund next week, Ruto reveals
President William Ruto says Cabinet will next week approve the National Infrastructure Fund structure, ring-fencing privatization proceeds for public projects and targeting tenfold private investment for Kenya’s Sh5 trillion plan.
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Kenya salutes Haiti mission team atl Jamhuri Day parade
President William Ruto stood to applaud them as they passed the presidential dais, with the officers pausing briefly to salute him in a coordinated march. The stadium erupted once more as Kenyans honoured not only the returning team but also the three officers who died during operations to suppress the Haitian gangs. The fallen officers were remembered as heroes whose sacrifice allowed their colleagues to complete the mission.
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Nairobi-Thika Expressway set for construction in 2026, says President Ruto
The planned Thika Road expressway will add to the already 27.1 km Nairobi Expressway, a vital elevated toll road that links Mlolongo near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to the James Gichuru junction, easing congestion in the heart of Nairobi.
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Regimental flag presented to 20 Para Battalion at Jamhuri day parade
Receiving colours is one of the greatest honours a military unit can achieve. The flags embody the spirit, history and sacrifices of the battalion, carrying symbols of service and bravery. The ceremony also serves as a reminder of the commitment and discipline that guide the forces in their work across the country.
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Ruto defends bottom-up plan, citing housing growth and youth gains
According to the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, close to 200,000 homes are under construction across all 47 counties, with another 124,000 units advanced through various stages of building.
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Wildlife census shows elephant recovery but alarming drop in rare species
According to the census report, the elephant population has made one of its biggest jumps in recent years, rising to 41,952 from 36,280 recorded in 2021. Officials say the growth reflects improved anti-poaching operations and better protection of natural habitats.
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Kenyans to receive continuous water supply over festive period
Water shortages continue to be a serious problem, particularly in informal settlements in cities, where residents sometimes go days without water. In these communities, households often receive water only twice a week, forcing them to conserve and ration supplies carefully.
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Police roll out countrywide holiday security plan
Police presence will also be felt at border areas, airports and other sensitive facilities, where screening and surveillance will be stepped up. Specialist teams will operate alongside regular officers to stop crime and protect the public.
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Nyayo Stadium bursts into colour as Kenyans celebrate 62nd Jamhuri Day
The arrival of President William Ruto added to the rising energy. He stepped out of a black suit from his motorcade, which had moved from State House to the stadium in about fifteen minutes. He was welcomed by Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri before taking a full ceremonial lap around the stadium in the open-top car.
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UDA mourns Daniel Ole Sambu as Ruto hails his service
Ole Sambu, a well-known political organiser from Kajiado County, took up the role of UDA Deputy Secretary-General during the party’s internal restructuring before the 2022 General Election. He was central in shaping outreach efforts in pastoralist counties, where political direction often changes between election cycles.
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Why Jamhuri Day stands as Kenya’s most defining national holiday
Trooping of the Colour is a military tradition where the President inspects the troops and receives the national salute. The ceremony begins at around 11:00 AM, with the massed bands stepping off to a slow match before moving into a quicker tempo.
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LIVE: Kenya marks 62nd Jamhuri Day
Jamhuri Day is a national holiday in Kenya, celebrated on 12 December each year. “Jamhuri,” the Swahili word for “republic,” marks the day Kenya gained independence on 12 December 1963.
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Mombasa Court holds seven soldiers in meth trafficking case for 10 days
Investigating officer PC Isaac Njoroge told the court that officers recovered more narcotics and 11 mobile phones of different brands, including Redmi, Tecno, Itel, Samsung Galaxy, Vivo, and Oppo, from the suspects’ homes and workplaces. The magistrate approved forensic examination of all devices to establish communication links and possible connections to other suspects involved in the trafficking network.
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Parallel statements stir unease in Opposition ahead of Jamhuri day
During the briefing, leaders criticised President William Ruto’s administration for what they described as a quiet sale of public assets without involving citizens, warning that such actions were disrespectful to the country’s long-fought sovereignty.
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Judiciary announces appointment of 100 new Resident Magistrates
The appointments, announced on Thursday, mark a significant boost to Kenya’s magistracy, which now stands at 660 officers serving in 143 courts nationwide.
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Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing’Oei loses father Mzee John Kibiego
His death was announced by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi on Thursday.
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US embassy engages young Kenyan leaders on future of bilateral partnership
US Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns, who led the dialogue, underscored Washington’s long-standing partnership with Kenya.
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Key city roads to be closed ahead of Jamhuri Day celebrations
According to the advisory, traffic approaching the stadium from Langata Road will be diverted at the Madaraka Roundabout, with vehicles redirected toward the Lusaka Road Roundabout.
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Kenyan MPs sweep top medals at EAC games
Kenya stamped its authority as the region’s athletics powerhouse after its legislators clinched the highest number of gold medals in the sports at the ongoing East African Community Inter-Parliamentary Games (EAC-IPG) in Kampala, Uganda.
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Ruto urges UNEA to turn climate pledges into action for vulnerable Africa
Speaking at the opening of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) in Nairobi, Ruto underscored the urgency of responding to the “triple planetary crisis” of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.
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US seizes oil tanker off Venezuela as Caracas condemns 'act of piracy'
Releasing a video of the seizure, Attorney General Pam Bondi described the vessel as a "crude oil tanker used to transport sanctioned oil from Venezuela and Iran".
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UDA deputy secretary general Daniel Ole Sambu is dead
In a formal condolence message released by UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar, the party expressed deep sorrow and paid tribute to Ole Sambu’s longstanding commitment to its growth and democratic ideals.
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PLO Lumumba dismisses Trump‑brokered DRC–Rwanda peace deal
Lumumba added that true peace will only come when Africa confronts internal greed, foreign meddling, and its own self-inflicted misfortunes.
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Koome urges new Senior Counsels to lead on ethics and national unity
Speaking during the conferment ceremony at State House, Nairobi on Thursday, she said the rank recognizes not only personal achievement but also the nation’s confidence in the integrity, professional excellence, and distinguished service of the senior advocates honored.
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Kenyan activist sets 72-hour tree-hugging world record
Muthoni hopes the feat will spotlight the urgency of climate action while surpassing her own previous milestone.
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Mandera South MP urges State action on Kenyans hit by Juba inferno
With nearly 50,000 Kenyans powering key sectors in the neighbouring country, the lawmaker warns that the government cannot afford to overlook a community that sends home over Sh500 million annually.
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Ruto urges new Senior Counsel to bridge gaps, uphold integrity
Speaking during the conferment ceremony of 54 advocates to the prestigious rank of Senior Counsel at State House, Nairobi, the President praised their exemplary service, scholarship, and integrity, emphasizing the important role they play in maintaining public confidence in Kenya’s legal system.
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Court rules Kilifi land deal lapses automatically after 90 days
The judgment, delivered on Friday by Justices Agnes Murgor, Kibaya Imaana Laibuta and Ngenye-Macharia, dismissed an appeal filed by Magretville Asami Macho and Grigorios Smaragdis. The court noted that the buyers had acknowledged receiving consent from the Bahari Land Control Board on January 12, 2010, meaning their 90-day countdown began on that date.
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Ketraco ordered to pay Sh28.7m for unsettled Naivasha land compensation
In its decision, the tribunal ruled that Lakeview Panorama Limited must receive the full amount offered by the company in December 2020, along with interest and the costs of the case. The panel, however, dismissed a separate request seeking damages for trespass.