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  A three-judge bench, constituted by the President of the Court of Appeal, will hear the application. Read More

  Police have launched investigations after two family members died, and three others hospitalized in critical condition after a food poisoning incident at a home in Bondo, Siaya County.  In a statement on Thursday, February 20, 2025, police reported that the incident occurred at Kanyamelo village, Kanyadet sub location, South West Gem location in Gem sub
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  This comes at a time when Sudan’s military-led government has accused Kenya of meddling in its affairs—an allegation that Kenyan officials have denied. Read More

  Zelensky’s five-year term of office was due to come to an end in May 2024. However, Ukraine has been under martial law since Russia launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022 and elections are suspended. Read More

  Africa’s tech ecosystem is evolving, and Founders Connect and African Impact Initiative—supported by Bamboo—are hosting a high-impact event in Nairobi to fuel this transformation. This one-day is designed to help attendees unlock capital, foster partnerships, and accelerate innovation in East Africa, bringing together 300+ founders, investors, and tech leaders to drive the future of African technology. Following successful editions across Lagos, London, and Toronto, which collectively hosted over 2,500 attendees, this strategic expansion into East Africa comes at a crucial time when the region’s startup ecosystem is experiencing rapid growth despite global market challenges. The one-day summit aims to address
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  The battle for control of Parliament has intensified, with the dispute over Majority and Minority status now escalating to the Court of Appeal. Four MPs from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) have challenged a High Court ruling that overturned Speaker Moses Wetang’ula’s decision to designate Kenya Kwanza Alliance as the Majority Party. The National Assembly has also filed a separate appeal, arguing that the ruling has created a deadlock in the House, disrupting operations and causing administrative confusion. UDA MPs Challenge High Court Ruling Led by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, the four UDA lawmakers claim that the court failed
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  The government has unveiled a new initiative to support Kenyans seeking employment abroad by offering loans of up to Ksh300,000 through the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF). Traditionally, the Youth Fund has focused on tackling unemployment by financing youth-owned businesses and providing business development services. However, under the Kazi Majuu program, the fund will now help cover pre-travel costs for Kenyans securing jobs overseas. The government confirmed that the Kazi Majuu initiative will provide migration loans to eligible candidates struggling with pre-travel expenses. “This program targets youth who have secured jobs abroad but lack the finances to cover initial costs. Through Kazi Majuu, they can access loans of up to
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  The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has confirmed securing World Bank funding to expand the Isiolo-Mandera road, with completion targeted for 2029. According to a government notice published in MyGov, KeNHA will oversee the road’s expansion, which stretches northeast from Isiolo Town in Isiolo County through Meru, Wajir, and Mandera counties. World Bank documents indicate that the project will be implemented in phases, with the final round of funding expected in 2029. Kenya is set to receive a total credit of $750 million (approximately Ksh96.75 billion) from the International Development Association (IDA) to finance the initiative. This year alone, the country
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  Waste transporters must now clearly label their vehicles based on the type of waste they carry and take strict measures to prevent spillage, following new government regulations aimed at improving environmental safety. Under the updated rules, all waste transport vehicles must display visible labels indicating whether they carry organic, general, or recyclable waste. Additionally, transporters must maintain their vehicles and equipment to prevent leaks and minimize foul odors during transit. These changes have prompted waste management companies to redesign their fleets, as authorities move to curb the long-standing issue of waste spillage on roads. For years, the industry has relied
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  Juja MP George Koimburi is battling multiple forgery charges, with some allegations dating back to 1994. Koimburi appeared before the Kiambu Law Courts on Wednesday, where prosecutors charged him with six counts of forgery and an additional charge for skipping a court session. Authorities arrested him on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, outside one of his residences in Kiambu. Initially, reports suggested his arrest was linked to his recent claim that the government had spent nearly Ksh13 billion on opposition leader Raila Odinga’s failed bid for the African Union Commission chairmanship. However, investigating officers did not include this allegation in the
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