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Kenya gears up for international construction expo
The Standard
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July 15, 2025
The event will spotlight ground-breaking innovations in construction materials, lighting, mining, water systems, and more. [iStockphoto] Nairobi is set to host the 26th edition of Buildexpo Kenya 2025 from July 16 to 18 at the Kenyatta...
Nairobi county replaces dustbins vandalised during Gen Z demos, unveils 8 steps to keep city clean
TUKO
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July 15, 2025
Nairobi County Chief Officer of Environment Geoffrey Mosiria made a special plea to Kenyans about waste management in the Central Business District (CBD) Mosiria announced the start of the installations of dustbins that were vandalised during...
Nairobi archbishop's son recounts how family suffered after dad left wife to marry secretary
TUKO
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July 14, 2025
The late Nairobi AIPCA Archbishop Samson Mwangi Gaitho was revered on the pulpit but feared at home His marriage to his secretary shattered his family, leading to the downfall and eventual death of his first wife Years later, his children are...
Maraga: Bullets won't fix Kenya's broken politics
The Standard
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July 15, 2025
Former Chief Justice David Maraga. [File, Standard] Former Chief Justice David Maraga has accused President William Ruto’s administration of weaponising the justice system and ordering police to shoot unarmed young people, saying Kenya risks...
Two villagers killed in IED explosion in Bodhai, Garissa, Kenya
Shabelle Media Network
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July 15, 2025
GARISSA, Kenya – Two people were killed in an explosion that hit their car in Bodhai, Madah Adon, Garissa County. The incident happened after an IED hit their car, police and locals said of the July 13 night incident. Those who died were...
Qarax Miino oo Ka Dhacay Gobolka Waqooyi Bari ee dalka Kenya
Shabelle Media Network
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July 15, 2025
GARISSA, Kenya, Luulyo 15 – Ugu yaraan laba qof oo rayid ah ayaa ku dhintay, tiro kalena waa ay ku dhaawacmeen kadib markii qarax miino lala eegtay gaari ay la socdeen, sida ay xaqiijiyeen ilo amni iyo masuuliyiin deegaanka ah. Qaraxa oo ka dhacay...
Why Kenya will roll out injectable HIV preventive drug next year
The Standard
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Director General for Health in the Ministry of Health Dr Patrick Amoth at Afya House on April 1, 2025. [Standard, Kanyiri Wahito] Kenya will begin rolling out Lenacapavir, a World Health Organisation-approved HIV preventive drug, in 2026 to allow...
Kenya protests: When press freedom is under siege courageous journalists enlighten the world
Mail & Guardian
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July 14, 2025
The Communications Authority of Kenya ordered that the commemoration of the 2024 protests not be covered. Photo: File As Kenyans flooded the streets of Nairobi on 25 June in commemoration of the first anniversary of the Maandamano (protests) and...
Kenya Simbas bow out of 2027 Rugby World Cup contention
The Standard
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July 13, 2025
Kenya Simbas hooker Eugen Sifuna (center) in action against Zimbabwe in Uganda, on July 13, 2025. [Rugby Afrique] Kenya Simbas on Sunday bowed out of the 2027 Rugby World Cup contention after losing to Zimbabwe 29-23 in a tight Rugby Africa Cup...
Kenya Pipeline clash with KCB Bank in Kenya Cup final
The Standard
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July 13, 2025
Juliana Namutara (C) of KCB strike against Trizah Atuka and Faith Imodia of Kenya Pipeline volleyball club during their Kenya Volleyball Federation playoffs for men and women at Kasarani Gymnasium in Nairobi on October 04, 2023. [Stafford Ondego,...
Bolt Hosts Safety Training Summit for Drivers and Couriers in Kenya
TechTrendsKE
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July 15, 2025
Bolt, Kenya’s leading ride-hailing platform, on Monday held a safety training summit for drivers and couriers on its platform. The initiative, held in collaboration with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the National Police...
“Kenya is bigger than one man” – Omtatah slams Ruto
TV47
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July 15, 2025
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, has delivered a firm and unapologetic critique of President William Ruto’s administration, expressing deep concerns over what he described as repeated violations of the Constitution and a growing culture of impunity in...
TECNO Spark 40 Pro Series Available for Pre-order on Jumia Kenya with Discount Deals
Techweez
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July 15, 2025
TECNO is adding to its portfolio in the Kenyan market with its new Spark 40 Pro series, highlighted by the Pro+, with new pre-order deals with Jumia Kenya. From July 14 to July 20, the TECNO Spark 40 Pro series is now available for pre-order on...
Farmers Restore the ‘Cradle of Mankind’ in Kenya’s Greater Rift Valley
World Resources Institute
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Every morning, Joyce Muthoni steps onto her farm in central Kenya with quiet determination. She moves from tree to tree — pruning, weeding, checking the soil — nurturing each seedling. Muthoni’s farm is a vibrant mix of crops and native trees,...
What to know about Kenya Smith, a criminal court judgeship applicant
Memphis Commercial Appeal - Tennessee
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Kenya Smith, a Shelby County Judicial Commissioner, has applied for a vacant Criminal Court judge position. Smith has worked for the Shelby County District Attorney's office and has been a judicial commissioner for two years. She is a member of...
All Set as CAF Concludes Final CHAN 2024 Inspections in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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July 14, 2025
By Nabakiibi Doreen Malaika All systems are go for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, following the successful conclusion of the final round of venue inspections across the three host countries — Kenya, Tanzania and...
How UK’s New Africa Trade Rules Will Impact Kenya
Kenyans.co.ke
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July 15, 2025
The government of the United Kingdom (UK) has announced a raft of trade reforms in Africa that may affect Kenya’s trade activities with the European nation. In a statement released on Tuesday, July 15, the UK noted that the changes are aimed at...
How a Nairobi Biker Became Kenya’s Most Loved Road Hero
Switch TV
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July 14, 2025
In the middle of Nairobi’s restless streets, among the choking exhaust fumes and endless traffic, one man on a motorbike is changing how Kenyans see kindness. His name is Brian, but on the road and online, he’s known simply as “Biker Nairobi” or...
Nairobi well-wisher pays 3 months rent arrears for mum working as security guard: "Anapitia magumu"
TUKO
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July 12, 2025
A man of God, came to the rescue of a single mother who was struggling to care for herself and her children Despite being employed, she told the Good Samaritan that her salary was not enough to cater for all her bills Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, the...
WHO recommends twice-yearly injectable lenacapavir for HIV prevention
Capital FM Kenya
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July 15, 2025
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 15 – The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday released new guidelines recommending the use of injectable lenacapavir (LEN) twice a year as an additional pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) option for HIV prevention, in a...