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Murkomen to leaders: Let’s work together to ensure 100% transition to senior secondary
Murkomen’s remarks come after Education CS Julius Ogamba announced that the transition rate now standing at 75 per cent.
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Homa Bay officials, contractor charged in Sh348 million assembly project scandal
The prosecution, led by Solomon Njeru and Victorine Kitoto, requested stringent bond terms, which the court granted.
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Senate probes Natembeya over the Sh251.7m Nzoia Water debts
When Trans-Nzoia governor George Natembeya appeared before the Godfrey Osotsi-led Senate County Public Investment Committee, the water utility reported an opening receivables balance of Sh213.4 million as of July 1, 2024,
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Ruto tasks Kenya’s envoys with driving first-world economy agenda
Ruto urged the envoys to safeguard Kenya’s national interests while fostering strategic partnerships that attract investment, expand trade, and support sustainable development.
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KeNHA orders removal of encroaching structures on James Gichuru–JKIA road
In a public notice dated January 20, 2026, KeNHA said the removals are necessary ahead of the commencement of capacity enhancement, landscaping, and beautification works along the busy road section.
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COWU-K urges labour guarantees as state cuts Safaricom stake to 20%
The union has warned that the proposed divestiture could threaten job security and union representation, urging lawmakers to approve the deal only with binding safeguards, including mandatory union recognition and stronger labour protections.
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NCIC raises alarm on rising intercommunal, cross-border attacks
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Commission detailed deadly attacks in Marsabit, Samburu, Tana River, Narok, Turkana and parts of North Eastern Kenya, while calling for stronger security responses, sustained dialogue, and regional cooperation.
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Kenya pushes to make Nairobi UNESCO’s regional hub anchor in Africa
Mudavadi said elevating Nairobi’s role would enhance operational coordination among UN agencies already headquartered in the city, while also creating employment opportunities for Kenyans.
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Kagwe warns bills to merge human, veterinary medicines could endanger public health
The Cabinet Secretary cautioned that efforts to collapse veterinary medicines regulation into a human medicines authority, through bills under consideration at both national and regional levels, run counter to Kenya’s obligations under the East African Community (EAC) and COMESA frameworks.
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Ombudsman uncovers bribery network in Kenya Prisons Service
The Commission on Administrative Justice has now called for the immediate dismissal of officers who admitted wrongdoing and has referred both the implicated officers and bribe givers to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for further action.
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State prepares own internet-based calls system for public offices
According to the National Treasury, the rollout of JamboTel will take place once the government completes its national fibre optic backbone, connecting every State office and institution to reliable internet.
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Airstrip rehabilitation in Kericho and Bomet under KAA spotlight
The move is part of the Authority’s drive to enhance aviation safety, improve air transport services, and strengthen connectivity in regional hubs.
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Nairobi court acquits Nuru Okanga in cybercrime case
Delivering the verdict on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, the court found that the evidence against Okanga did not meet the legal requirements needed to sustain the three counts under the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act.
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Kenya to experience mostly sunny and dry weather this week
Despite this generally calm outlook, the department noted that some areas will still experience light and occasional rainfall. These include the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Coastal region, and parts of the South-eastern lowlands.
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Ex-Kenya Airways manager warns lack of maintenance funds grounding aircraft
Former Kenya Airways manager Dan Okwiri warns grounded aircraft will persist unless KQ restores proper maintenance reserves, secures about KSh20bn for repairs and realigns fleet use and governance.
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Freight movement to resume on repaired Uplands–Kijabe–Longonot railway
The Uplands–Kijabe–Longonot section is a key freight link connecting the port of Mombasa to Western Kenya and Nyanza, as well as to regional markets in Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan.
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Junet dismisses ODM implosion claims as party leaders call for unity
Junet's remarks came amid growing public discussion about unity within the party, following comments by East African Legislative Assembly Member Winnie Odinga, who on Sunday called for calm and dialogue among ODM members.
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Why Kenya Airways jets are grounded - Okwiri
, Okwiri said the national carrier failed to prepare for mandatory heavy aircraft maintenance, especially the costly D-checks that are required after several years of aircraft use. As a result, the airline lacks the cash needed to service multiple aircraft, forcing them to remain grounded for long periods.
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84kg of cannabis seized in Kenya-bound bus at Namanga border
The driver and conductor, both Tanzanian nationals, were arrested after sniffer dogs from the Police Dog Unit detected the concealed narcotics during what the crew believed was a “routine roadside check.”
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Muriithi: Why corruption should not block Kenya’s economic shift
The KRA chair said the real obstacle to progress is not the existence of problems, but how societies respond to them.
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Kenya is 70 to 80% into building a productivity-driven education system, says KRA Chair
Muriithi said countries that have achieved high income status have done so by investing heavily in education, because economic growth depends on how productive people are.
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Kenya targets seven priority areas ahead of Africa–France Summit in Nairobi
The two-day summit, scheduled for May 11–12, 2026, is expected to put African priorities at the center of global discussions, particularly in areas where Africa seeks stronger representation.
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Grounded planes and unpaid checks hurting Kenya Airways, says ex-manager
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation, Okwiri said the problems facing the national carrier are rooted in how its fleet is managed, financed, and maintained over time.
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Former KQ manager blames aviation crisis on lack of industry experts
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Tuesday, Okwiri recalled a time when new engineers at the national carrier were placed under seasoned professionals to learn the basics of the industry before taking on bigger roles.
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CS Murkomen assures contractors of full security on Isiolo–Mandera road
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen assured contractors that enhanced security will shield the project from disruptions, highlighting the government’s commitment to safeguarding critical infrastructure in regions that have faced security challenges in the past.
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Government plans Sh100 million annual spend on influencers to boost its image
Kenya’s social media influencer market is among the most active in Africa, with advertisers reportedly spending Sh645 million on influencer campaigns in 2025, according to Statista. While this marks the first time the government has formally allocated funds for influencer engagement, using online personalities to shape public opinion is not a new practice.
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Man charged with impersonating Public Service chief to demand Sh10 million bribe
The court heard that Osumo allegedly presented himself to Engineer Kenneth Njuguna Mbogori as the Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, and demanded Sh10 million in exchange for protecting Mbogori’s position as a Regional Director at the Kenya Rural Roads Authority.
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Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93
In a statement posted on Instagram the Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti Foundation said: "He passed away peacefully in his Roman home, surrounded by the love of his family."
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CS Ruku warns state officers against diversion of relief food in Mandera
Ruku said the relief programme targets 23 drought-affected counties across the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands, with Mandera ranked among the most severely affected due to the prolonged failure of rains.
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FIDA-Kenya warns against sharing viral private videos, cites legal consequences
Chairperson Christine Kungu said FIDA-Kenya had taken note of the circulation of videos involving two individuals, which have sparked widespread public debate and concern across various digital platforms.