'We are watching': US warns Kenya on police brutality ahead of planned protests

The US has warned Kenya against police brutality ahead of June 25 protests, citing the recent death of blogger Albert Ojwang in custody.

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Gen Z protests force early school closures

School principals have abruptly released students ahead of the scheduled mid-term break for the second term, as the country braces for another wave of anti-government protests

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77 pesticides banned in Kenya

Government crackdown on harmful pesticides, withdrawing 77 products from the market, restricting the use of 202 more in a move aimed at safeguarding public health, food safety, and the environment.

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Ndii defends crackdown on protests, calls youth 'stupid', triggering backlash

President William Ruto’s chief economic advisor, David Ndii, triggered uproar, after branding protesting youth as “stupid” and warning them of potential casualties in future demonstrations.

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Devolution on course - assures Kindiki

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has affirmed government commitment in supporting the devolution, 15 years since its inception.

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Unemployment crisis hurts African youth

Kenya’s youth unemployment rate has soared past 38 per cent, Nigeria’s stands at 42 per cent, and South Africa at 46 per cent.

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Leaders join Kenyans in honouring victims of 2024 Finance Bill protests

Former CJ David Maraga, Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DAP-Kenya’s Eugene Wamalwa among leaders who joined hundreds of Kenyans’ interdenominational prayer service at the All Saints’ Cathedral.

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Kenya launches digital system to protect and monetise indigenous knowledge

Kenya has launched a national digital platform aimed at protecting and monetising indigenous knowledge, giving communities power to control, benefit from and pass down their cultural heritage.

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Kenya gets EU nod as low risk under new trade rules

Kenya has been classified as a low-risk country under the European Union’s new anti-deforestation trade rules.

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Linturi warns Kindiki as Wetang'ula urges political unity

Former Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi warns Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to tread carefully in his alliance with President William Ruto, claiming Mount Kenya leaders are being used and discarded.

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Gachagua accuses Ruto of using state power to intimidate rivals

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of using state resources and youth groups to disrupt his political rallies in Meru County.

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Education takes largest budget share, interns set for permanent jobs

The government has proposed a Sh702.7 billion allocation to the education sector, equivalent to 28 per cent of the Sh4.29 trillion expenditure in the 2025/26 national budget.

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DIG Lagat will step down if named in IPOA probe, Kanja tells MPs

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has said that any officer implicated in the death of Albert Ojwang, including the Deputy Inspector General (DIG), must step aside.

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Counties to receive Sh474 Billion in 2025-26 Budget

National Treasury, Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has unveiled Sh474.1 billion allocation to county governments for the 2025/26 financial year—an increase of Sh17.6 billion this financial year.

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Govt allocates Sh3.8B to settle the landless

The government has renewed its commitment to comprehensive land reforms aimed at redressing historical injustices, expanding access, and modernising land management systems.

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Clerics demand end to extra-judicial killings

Religious leaders have condemned the continued extra judicial killings under the current administration.

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Looming crisis in schools as teachers warn of strike over CBA

Kuppet Secretary General Akelo Misori said that teachers have been taken round in circles for a long time without commitment to honour the agreement.

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Kagwe's warning shot to cartels over banned pesticides

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has issued a warning to cartels attempting to undermine government efforts to remove toxic pesticides from the market.

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Senators question why Albert Ojwang was moved to Nairobi

Senators on Wednesday questioned the circumstances under which 31-year-old Albert Ojwang was transferred from Homa Bay to Nairobi, saying the move raises serious concerns about police conduct.

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'Blatant disregard of law' led to Albert Ojwang killing, says Murkomen

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen dismisses claims that legal or policy gaps led to the killing of Albert Ojwang, instead accusing police of ignoring clear constitutional safeguards.

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Atwoli re-elected as Union Deputy President

Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has been re-elected as Deputy President of the Commonwealth Trade Union Group (CTUG) for a two-year term.

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Teachers call for investigation into Ojwang's death

Teachers have condemned how their Voi-based colleague, Albert Ojwang, met his death under police custody.

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Kenya boosts job creation and labour reforms, says Mwadime

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to creating decent jobs as a cornerstone of national development, with emphasis on youth empowerment, micro, small, and medium enterprises and green growth

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Grade 9 learners begin choosing senior school pathways under CBC

More than 1 million Grade 9 learners have started selecting their senior school pathways under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), marking a key phase in education reform.

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Outcry grows over mysterious death of Albert Ojwang'

Albert Ojwang’s family demands justice following his mysterious death in police custody, with a growing chorus of civil society groups, legal professionals, and education unions.

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No rhetoric in fight against illicit arms, says PS Omollo

Interior PS Raymond Omollo urges Great Lakes and Horn of Africa countries to shift from policy promises to tangible action in combating illicit flow of small arms and light weapons (SALW)

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Gachagua questions government's commitment to unity and inclusivity

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised the Kenya Kwanza administration for failing to deliver on promises of inclusivity and equitable development.

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Mudavadi embarks on key diplomatic mission to China

It is at these high-level sessions that decisions shaping development partnerships are made.

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Sakaja, Aladwa challenge opposition hate speech, call for unity

Political leaders in Nairobi have condemned opposition hate speech and called for respectful dialogue focused on Kenya’s real problems such as youth unemployment and unpaid government bills.

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Ruto vows to deliver on housing, health and reforms despite opposition

President William Ruto reaffirmed his commitment to delivering key development programmes including affordable housing, the Social Health Authority (SHA) and agricultural reforms.

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When violins meet the didgeridoo

The didgeridoo is one of the world's Instruments, originating with the Aboriginal people of Northern Australia.

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Over 87,000 trainees certified as Government releases MarchApril 2025 CBET results

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has announced the release of the March/April 2025 Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) assessment results for 87,904 candidates.

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Explained: How the next TSC CEO will be appointed

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) CEO post is one of the most powerful in Kenya’s public service, overseeing more than 350,000 teachers across the country.

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Judiciary reopens hiring for 45 judges

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has reopened the recruitment process for judges, announcing 45 vacancies across three superior courts.

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Nancy Macharia finally steps down from TSC after a decade

Dr Nancy Macharia, the Chief Executive Officer of the Teachers Service Commission, has begun a one-month terminal leave ahead of her retirement on June 30, 2025.

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Gachagua's DCP opts for private venue ahead of launch

The much-anticipated Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) launch, scheduled for June 3, has now been moved to the end of the month.

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NGEC condemns Isiolo Governor's 'sexist' remarks, demands apology

The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has strongly condemned Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo for making “crude, misogynistic” remarks against Senator Fatuma Dullo.

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Govt rolls out School-Based ID registration drive for secondary learners

The government has launched a mobile National ID registration drive targeting students in secondary schools who have attained the age of 18.

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MP proposes sugar levy to combat non infectious diseases

Nandi Hills MP Bernard Kitur has proposed the introduction of a Health Promotion Levy targeting sugar-sweetened beverages to curb Kenya’s growing non-communicable disease.

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State rolls out career guidance drive for Grade 9 learners

The Ministry of Education has launched a national sensitisation campaign to guide Grade 9 learners.

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