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  The Ministry of Agriculture is urging Kenyans not to fear Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs), assuring the public that all GMOs approved by the National Biosafety Authority (NBA) are safe for consumption. The ministry is now pushing for stronger public education to combat widespread misinformation surrounding GMOs. Dr. Paul Kipronoh Ronoh, Principal Secretary in the State Department for Agriculture, emphasized that the newly launched NBA Strategic Plan 2023–2027 outlines clear steps to address common myths and fears about GMOs. He said the plan will play a key role in demystifying biotechnology and promoting science-based understanding of food safety. To expand its national presence and improve public outreach, the NBA announced on
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  A family meeting in Nairobi’s Kayole area took a shocking turn on May 4, 2025, when a 17-year-old boy fatally stabbed a woman and severely injured another. The tragedy unfolded during a tense discussion about the teenage boy’s role in impregnating a 19-year-old girl. The victim, the girl’s mother, had called for the meeting to confront the boy. However, things quickly spiraled out of control. In a chilling turn of events, the teenager pulled out a knife and stabbed the woman in the back, piercing her right torso. Her sister, who attempted to intervene, was also attacked, suffering serious injuries to her hands and mouth. As the bloodshed unfolded, both
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  Betting and gaming companies in Kenya now face stricter compliance demands before they can renew their operating licenses, as the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) rolls out a fresh set of tax regulations targeting the sector. In a public notice published in MyGov on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, KRA announced that all licenses issued by the Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) for the 2024/25 financial year will officially expire on June 30, 2025. To continue operating beyond that date, betting firms must apply for license renewal and fully meet the new compliance guidelines set by KRA. “Clearance by KRA is a mandatory requirement for renewal of the licenses by the
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  Police have cleared three individuals arrested for allegedly hurling a shoe at President William Ruto during a public event in Kehancha, Migori County, after investigators confirmed the flying footwear was more of a misfire than a missile. The incident happened on May 5, as President Ruto was launching a 200-unit affordable housing project as part of his tour of Migori. Security officers, reacting with lightning speed, nabbed three people thought to be behind the airborne croc. But after combing through video footage from every angle possible, investigators concluded there was no foul play—just some unfortunate physics. A senior security official said one man held up a shoe, seemingly mimicking others
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  In a bizarre twist straight out of a supernatural thriller, police in Matayos sub-county arrested a 26-year-old man on Monday for carrying a live snake in a bag—with no permit to show for it. Officers identified the suspect as Fanish Ramsey Maloba and nabbed him during a routine patrol at Malenya. Suspicious of the black bag he carried, police stopped him and were stunned to find a two-metre-long black and brown snake slithering inside. Authorities booked Maloba at Mayenje police post for possessing a wild animal without a valid license from the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). But the real twist came during interrogation. Maloba claimed he had crossed the border
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  A routine patrol by a multi-agency security team along the Kanyonyoo–Embu Highway turned into a high-stakes operation after officers intercepted a Meru-bound passenger bus carrying explosives. The bus, which had departed from Mombasa, raised suspicion during a search that uncovered a white carton branded with LATO Milk logos. Upon inspection, officers found a deadly stash: ten water gel explosives labeled EXPLOGEL V6, a detonating cord, and two IDEAL Electric Detonators. Authorities immediately escorted the bus to Kanyonyo Police Station and arrested the driver, Lawrance Kioko Mutuku, and the conductor, Said Rashid Amour, for questioning. Detectives from the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) and Bomb Disposal Unit (BDU) launched an intensive investigation,
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  Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s 2023/24 audit report has exposed a troubling lack of valid land ownership documents within 16 government ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs), raising serious concerns about the security and management of public assets. The report reveals that many critical government offices, including those in Harambee House and Nyayo House, lack proper land ownership titles. These two iconic buildings house key state offices, such as the Office of the President, the Ministry of Interior, and the Ministry of Public Service, among others. Without verified ownership documents, it is difficult for the Auditor General’s office to confirm the legality of these properties. Similarly, the National Police Service (NPS) and
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  The funeral planning committee announced that the slain lawmaker’s body will be flown to Kabunde Airstrip on Thursday for a public viewing. He is slated to be buried on May 9. Read More

  Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta’s younger brother Muhoho Kenyatta called on the youth to stand up and challenge the status quo in the country by taking over leadership positions. He said that the youth have for too long played second fiddle. The businessman also slammed the current system of governance, which he says has for years […]
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  President Uhuru Kenyatta’s brother Muhoho Kenyatta has called on the youth to stand up and…
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