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JUST IN: NACADA shines at Mt Kenya ASK show Nanyuki, winning 5 awards
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to public education, youth empowerment, and regulatory excellence by scooping five prestigious awards at the Mt. Kenya ASK Branch Show held in Nanyuki. The Laikipia County Coordination Office was recognized for its dynamic and informative exhibition,
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Khalif Kairo Opens Up About Love, Breakups, and Why He’s Stepping Away from Dating
Car dealer and entrepreneur Khalif Kairo has candidly shared why he feels unlucky in love and why he’s putting romance on hold for the foreseeable future. In an appearance on the Let Me Tell You Maina podcast with veteran Classic105 FM host Maina Kageni, Kairo addressed widespread assumptions about his recent breakup with former Miss
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Ethiopian Cargo receives 12th Boeing 777-200LR cargo aircraft
Ethiopian Cargo has received its 12th Boeing 777-200LR Freighter aircraft, ET-BAC. Ethiopian Cargo is the freight arm of the Ethiopian Airlines. “This milestone delivery not only expands our cargo capacity but also enhances our logistics network across key global markets, reinforcing our leadership in air freight,” the Ethiopian Group said in a statement. “What makes
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‘God-Given Talent, Not Gachagua-Granted’ — DCCAK Defends Mt Kenya Musicians Against Gachagua’s Boycott Call
The Digital Content Creators Association of Kenya (DCCAK) has strongly condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for urging a boycott of Mt Kenya musicians who recently visited Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. In a statement, DCCAK Chairperson Bob Ndolo called Gachagua’s remarks not only outdated but also a direct attack on artists’ constitutional rights. He accused the former DP of trying to silence creative voices and weaponize culture for political gain. “It is profoundly unfortunate that at a time when Kenya is working to dismantle barriers that have long denied our artists their rightful income, a former Deputy President would threaten private entertainment businesses unless they deny artists the right to
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Ugandan Activist Alleges Rape While in Tanzanian Detention
Ugandan journalist and human rights activist Agather Atuhaire has alleged she was raped while in detention in Tanzania, where she was held incommunicado for several days alongside Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi. In an interview with the BBC, Atuhaire gave a harrowing account of her ordeal, claiming she was blindfolded, violently stripped, and sexually assaulted by
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JUST IN: New MoU Opens Door for Kenyan Youth to Work on UK Farms
The Government, through the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HOPS Labour Solutions Limited, a UK-based labour recruitment agency. The agreement aims to secure short-term agricultural and horticultural job placements for Kenyan students and recent graduates under the United Kingdom’s Seasonal Workers Scheme (SWS). The initiative, according to the State Department, will offer participants hands-on experience, improve their global employability, and foster cross-cultural connections—while addressing labour shortages in the UK’s agricultural sector. During the signing ceremony in London, Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu celebrated the deal as a “historic milestone” and a timely effort to open ethical, meaningful job opportunities for
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JUST IN: Police Foil Eastleigh Robbery, Arrest Kenyan and Ugandan Robbery Gang with AK-47 and Pistols
In a major breakthrough against violent crime in Nairobi, detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) arrested four armed robbery suspects on Thursday, May 22, following a string of raids across Dandora, Saika, Pumwani, and Huruma estates. The suspects—three Ugandan nationals and one Kenyan—were apprehended in a meticulously coordinated operation that also recovered three firearms and 50 rounds of ammunition. The DCI’s Crime Research detectives launched the crackdown after analyzing the pattern of recent armed robberies plaguing Nairobi and parts of Western Kenya. Their research revealed a sophisticated criminal network operating with precision and violence. Backed by the Intelligence Bureau, the DCI’s Operation Action Team swiftly pursued the suspects.
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JUST IN: Kibera Fire Tragedy Spurs Ruto to Act: New Fire Station and Power Safety Funds Announced
President William Ruto announced a bold and multifaceted urban development plan aimed at transforming Nairobi into a cleaner, safer, and more equitable city. Speaking during a visit to Kibera following a tragic fire incident that reportedly claimed eight lives, the President laid out a series of investments in housing, infrastructure, healthcare, and employment. The Head of State began by expressing condolences to the affected families and announced that the government will cover the medical bills of those injured in the Kibera fire. He also donated food and household supplies to victims and revealed that the national government would allocate KSh500 million in the upcoming financial year to remove dangerous illegal power connections
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JUST IN: Kindiki Blasts Gachagua Over Mt Kenya Artists’ Boycott: “Go Give Lectures in your House”
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ignited a fresh political storm after calling out Mt Kenya musicians who recently visited Deputy President Kithure Kindiki at his Karen residence, accusing them of betraying their community for political mileage. Speaking at AIPCA Kihoya Church in Murang’a County on Sunday, May 25, Gachagua labeled the artists “traitors” for allegedly being used to whitewash the government’s poor performance in front of Mt Kenya voters. “Our artists and musicians have become traitors to the community,” Gachagua said. “They were told to come and lie to you that SHA is working, roads are being built, and the education sector is doing well.” He added that he met
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