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Kenya's vote for LGBTQ rights protection at UN sparks controversy
The Standard
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Kenya’s vote in favor of renewing the mandate of the Independent Expert on protection against violence and discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), has triggered...
Meru: Locals start process to oust MP Rahim Dawood over stalled projects, support for Finance Bill 2024
TUKO
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July 18, 2025
North Imenti residents launched a petition to recall MP Rahim Dawood, accusing him of betraying voters and backing punitive tax laws Citing constitutional grounds, the petition blames Dawood for poor leadership, stalled projects, and silence on...
Team Nigeria clinches gold, silver in women’s 400m event
The Sun Nigeria
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July 19, 2025
Chioma Nwachukwu and Hafsoh Majekodunmi have won gold and silver medals respectively in the women’s junior (U-18) 400m category of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18/U-23 championship. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that...
Kenya’s President Condemns Violent Protests
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Kenya’s President William Ruto delivered a strong rebuke on Wednesday against what he described as efforts by his political adversaries to unseat his government. While speaking at the Kilimani Police Station in Nairobi during an...
Kenya’s president warns against bid to ‘overthrow’ govt by protests
The Citizen (South Africa)
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July 9, 2025
Kenya’s president warns against “overthrow attempts” and tells police to shoot violent protesters in the leg after 31 die in unrest. Kenyan President William Ruto warned Wednesday against attempts to “overthrow” the government through...
Kenya courts Germany for youthful opportunities
The Standard
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Labour and Skills Development Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime. [Courtesy] Kenya is now courting Germany in a move seeking to unlock global employment opportunities for its youth. Labour and Skills Development Principal Secretary Shadrack...
Kenya banks on new strategy to modernize statistical data
The Standard
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Economic Planning Principal Secretary Boniface Makokha. [Courtesy] Kenya is now adopting a new strategy aimed at modernizing its statistical infrastructure to meet the increasing needs. Economic Planning Principal Secretary Boniface Makokha stated...
Kenya's president warns against bid to 'overthrow' govt by protests
Eye Witness News
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NAIROBI - Kenyan President William Ruto warned Wednesday against attempts to "overthrow" the government through "unconstitutional means", claiming recent violent protests were sponsored. Kenya has seen a wave of protests, initially led by young...
Kenya’s President warns against bid to ‘overthrow’ government by protests
The Hindu
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July 9, 2025
Kenyan President William Ruto warned Wednesday (July 9, 2025) against attempts to “overthrow” the government through “unconstitutional means” and ordered police to shoot violent protesters in the leg, days after 31 people were killed in nationwide...
Mother mourns 'beautiful' 12-year-old shot while watching TV during Kenya protests
GhanaWeb
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July 12, 2025
On Monday, as anti-government protests swept across parts of Kenya, 12-year-old Bridgit Njoki sat watching television in her family's modest home. She had no idea that the deadly clashes between these protesters and Kenya's armed police would find...
Kenya's Ruto faces tough task taming protests and winning over Gen Z
Gulf Daily News Online
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NAIROBI - Protesters braving police batons, water cannon and occasional bullets on Kenya's streets this week have taken up a rallying cry that is likely to unnerve its embattled president, William Ruto: "Ruto wantam", or Ruto one-term. Ruto won...
Kenya protests hit businesses, ward off investors
Semafor
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Rising political unrest in Kenya is driving local investors to adopt a “wait-and-see” approach while businesses reel from the impact of nationwide protests, investors, business leaders, and analysts told Semafor. Deadly protests in the capital...
Kenya: Deportation of Martin Mavenjina and escalating crackdown on human hights defenders
International Federation for Human Rights
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July 9, 2025
Description of the situation: The Observatory has been informed by the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) about the deportation of human rights lawyer and transitional justice expert Mr Martin Mavenjina, a senior legal advisor at KHRC, and the...
‘Mama June: From Not to Hot’ season 7 new episode premiere’s Friday, how to stream
MassLive - Massachusetts
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July 18, 2025
Pumpkin’s relationship news shocks everyone in a new episode of “Mama June: From Not to Hot” airing on Friday, July 18. The new episode will air at 8 p.m. ET on WE TV. Those without cable can watch the show for free through Philo or DIRECTV each...
‘The ghost of Epstein is haunting Trump’s presidency’: inside the ‘Maga’ revolt
The Guardian
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July 19, 2025
“I feel so betrayed and so angry. This is not what I voted for.” “This cemented permanent deep state power.” “I’m concerned about being able to trust Donald Trump to keep his word.” “What about justice for these young ladies who were trafficked?...
3 Ugandan referees selected for CHAN 2024
Independent (Uganda)
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July 19, 2025
Shamirah Nabadda Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | FIFA referees Shamirah Nabadda, Lucky Kasalirwe and FIFA Assistant Referee Ronald Katenya have been selected to officiate in the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. CAF...
Capacity Building in Field Epidemiology in Sub Saharan Africa: Findings from Infectious Disease Field Epidemiology and Biostatistics in Africa (IDEA) Fellowship Program
Dove Medical Press
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July 19, 2025
Background Despite significant advancements in healthcare, diagnostic technologies, and global information systems, the frequency and magnitude of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases (EREIDs) continue to escalate.1,2 Accelerated by...
Barack Obama narrates growing up without his Kenyan dad: "Troubled"
TUKO
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July 17, 2025
During a candid conversation with Michelle, Barack Obama addressed divorce rumours before veering into vulnerable territory about his childhood without a present father He opened up about being raised by a mix of figures: his mum, grandparents,...
Stephanie Kiuna admits she won’t have closure until she visits dad Allan Kiuna’s grave
TUKO
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July 18, 2025
Stephanie Kiuna did not attend her father, the late Bishop Allan Kiuna's burial in 2024, and it still haunts her to date During a question-and-answer segment, the young Stephanie opened up about visiting her father's final resting place...
Belgian Minnaert to coach Vipers SC
Independent (Uganda)
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July 19, 2025
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda Premier League champion Vipers Sports Club has appointed Belgium’s Ivan Minnaert as its new head coach, the club announced on Friday. The 58-year-old experienced coach was unveiled by the club at the St. Mary’s...