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Tight budgets, road safety concerns cloud Christmas celebrations

From packed churches to modest homes, Christmas unfolded as a season of prayer, and warnings over road accidents. Clergy urged peace, responsibility and compassion.

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Pain on Christmas: No merry as cost of living crashes party

Bus fares from Mombasa to Nyanza or Western shot up from Sh2,500 to Sh5,000 

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KJSEA placement shocker

Several learners across the country who excelled in the KJSEA have expressed displeasure over their placement in senior schools.

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Fresh clues after CCTV, autopsy reveal deadly crash killed Jirongo

With CCTV footage from the crash scene now in public domain and an autopsy conducted in the presence of three pathologists finally unveiled, fresh clues have emerged on Cyrus Jirongo's death.

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Teething problems: why Private schools dominated top grades

Private schools have maintained dominance over their public school counterparts in the just-released Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA).

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Top achievers eye STEM careers as public schools decry missing labs

Students say perseverance and support from teachers led to remarkable success. Public schools face resource shortages, low morale and internet access issues.

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Security and unity dominate Jamhuri celebrations in counties

Calls for improved security ahead of the Christmas festivities, alleged unfulfilled promises by the government, and unity dominated speeches as Kenyans convened in counties.

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Boardroom affair: No jubilation as parents struggle with meaning of KJSEA results

For some, a search for results of their kin only revealed the list of schools their children had selected for placement, but not the actual results.

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Why Gen Z's absence in by-elections leaves hopes for change in limbo

Gen Z largely stayed away from the recent by-elections despite their strong presence in protests and online activism.

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The emergence of a new political axis after the by-elections

The battle for regional control in several areas may be shifting, attracting fresh entrants into the political arena.

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New faces win big in by-elections as god fathers lose ground

Young candidates defy odds, winning seats in surprising by-election results.

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Claims of bribery, voter suppression mar Magarini by-election

Claims of voter bribery and suppression marred the Magarini by-election on Thursday,as rivals allied to the broad-based government and United Opposition exchanged accusations.

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Ballot bloodshed: By-elections marred by violence and property destruction

Virtually all the mini polls across the country witnessed gang violence and property destruction

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Low voter turnout leaves electoral officials idle in deserted polling stations

It is feared some electoral areas may record less than 50 per cent turnout.

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Low turnout, drama as voters participate in by-elections

The voting exercise across several constituencies and wards commenced smoothly, despite low voter turnout, concerns about violence, and heightened security measures.

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From abduction, torture and money withdrawal: Inside Willis Ayieko's murder plot

The security firm manager was first abducted as he drove out of his friend’s home, where the captors tortured him as they withdrew money from his Mpesa and bank accounts.

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From matatus to bars; how top police officers spearhead elaborate extortion racket

The report shows that the junior officers are then deployed to go out and harass Kenyans as they collect the desired amount.

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Lecturers' strike called off

University staff unions call off strike after agreeing to two-phase payment of Sh7. 9b, first tranche in November and another in July 2026, UASU Sec-Gen Wasonga says; strike lasted 49 days.

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School principal goes missing after KCSE exam malpractice

A school in Kajiado County has been thrown into controversy after its principal went missing following allegations of examination malpractice during the ongoing KCSE examination.

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Why university staff have rejected phased pay deal in Sh7.9b salary dispute

Government, unions deadlocked over Sh7.9b salary arrears payment plan. 46-day strike has crippled universities, leaving thousands of students stranded.

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PHOTOS: KPSEA and KJSEA exams start across the country

Some 1.1 million KJSEA candidates are expected to join Grade 10 in 2026.

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Raila celebrated as the father of devolution across counties

This year’s 62nd Mashujaa Day celebrations across the counties honoured the late Raila Odinga as the father of devolution that has spurred development across the country.  

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PHOTOS: Uhuru visits Raila's grave

A day after the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, former President Uhuru Kenyatta visited the Odinga family at Opoda Farm, Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County.

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HIV gains at risk as donors cut lifeline support

The UNAIDS report revealed that the withdrawal of USAID funding has affected HIV care, increasing risks and uncertainty around the availability and management of essential HIV commodities.

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PHOTOS: How counties marked Mashujaa Day

Kenya marked the Mashujaa Day on Monday, October 20, keeping with a tradition observed every year since the promulgation of the 2010 constitution.

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Bondo welcomes its beloved son

The final journey of Raila Odinga begins where his story was born—to rest beside his father—welcomed by wails, song, and solemn tributes.From Kisumu to Bondo, a region mourns its son.

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All set as Nyanza prepares to receive Raila for the last time

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Saturday returns to the land of his birth and childhood, to a region where time seems to have stood still since his passing in India on Wednesday.

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From Kisumu, Eldoret to Coast, nation honours man who 'spoke for oppressed'

Forlorn figures started gathering in public spaces and hotels early in the morning, as teary eyes and hearts followed the return of Raila Odinga's remains to the country.

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PHOTOS: Raila Odinga's body taken to Nyayo Stadium for State funeral

Raila Odinga's body is currently at Nyayo Stadium for State Funeral.

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Hundreds sing freedom songs, chant on city streets in grief

Hundreds of people stormed the streets of Nairobi on Wednesday morning following the death of former Prime Minister and opposition leader, Raila Odinga.

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State House guard death exposes security lapses

That a man armed with nothing more than a bow and arrow could walk across Nairobi’s heavily guarded Dennis Pritt Road and fatally wound a police officer at the gates of State House.

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Dark day as Nyanza mourns Raila

It is a death that has shook the region to the core and robbed it of one of its most prominent sons.

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Punishing the dead: How hospitals are adding more pain to poor families

Several families across the country are struggling with double tragedies after their sick or deceased kin were detained by facilities

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Big win for the environment as Kenyans turn up to plant fruits

Leaders joined Kenyans to plant trees hoping to hit the 15 billion mark. Schools planted fruit trees that will be tended by learners and teachers

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Students bear brunt as State, lecturers lock horns over pay

University students are counting losses due to the prolonged lecturers’ strike, which has forced some to travel back home, or continue paying rent for premises they are not using.

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Ruto's Cabinet goes all out for Mazingira Day (Photos)

Members of President William Ruto’s Cabinet on Friday fanned out across the country to lead tree-planting exercises in marking this year’s Mazingira Day.

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How Gen Z voters will influence 2027 political dynamics

A political storm is gathering across the country as young people throw their weight into political tussles ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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Tourists denied park entry despite free-day offer

Lake Nakuru visitors were left stranded as KWS shut gates without timely notice, spoiling a nationwide free-park day.

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Dogs of war: How Kenyans are lured, smuggled into Russia

25 men housed in Athi River were scheduled to travel to Russia on Wednesday, claimed they were promised a salary of Sh250,000.

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Students on their own as lecturers strike continues

In Kisumu, students at the Maseno University accuse the government of ignoring the education sector.

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