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  Stakeholders in Kenya’s livestock industry have endorsed the government’s controversial plan to vaccinate 72 million animals across the country. Allan Azegele, the Director of Veterinary Services, led the endorsement, highlighting the vaccination drive’s role in combating livestock diseases, improving the quality of animal products, and safeguarding both animal health and the national food supply. As global demand for animal products such as meat, leather, and milk rises, the government stresses the importance of ensuring the health of the country’s livestock. Kenya is a key exporter of animal products, especially to European and Western markets. Speaking at the Kenya Veterinary Association’s
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  President William Ruto has affirmed that the planned nationwide livestock vaccination will proceed, despite opposition from certain groups. He stressed that the initiative is vital for ensuring the country’s livestock are free from diseases, which will open doors for Kenya to export more animal products to international markets. “We want to create a disease-free country so we can market our livestock products to destinations where we have been denied access due to inadequate disease control,” he said. The president strongly criticized critics of the vaccination program, calling anyone opposing the initiative to eliminate Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and Peste des Petits
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  The World Bank has lowered Kenya’s 2024 economic growth forecast to 4.7%, down from the earlier projection of 5.0%, citing the impact of floods, anti-government protests, and weak fiscal reforms. In its latest Kenya Economic Update, the World Bank on Tuesday, December 10, acknowledged the country’s efforts to stabilize the foreign exchange rate, boost the central bank’s hard currency reserves, and curb inflation. Despite these achievements, Kenya remains at high risk of debt distress due to elevated debt servicing costs, unresolved pending bills, and declining government revenues. Although the revised growth rate falls below last year’s 5.6%, it still surpasses
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  President William Ruto has explained the reason behind his unexpected visit to former President Uhuru Kenyatta at his Gatundu home on Monday. The visit surprised many Kenyans, given the perceived tensions between the two leaders. According to a statement from State House, Ruto and Kenyatta discussed critical national and regional issues during their meeting. However, Ruto later provided an unofficial explanation, stating that the primary aim of his visit was to promote national unity and address the issue of tribal divisions in Kenya. While speaking in Wajir Town on Tuesday, Ruto also highlighted his recent meetings with former Prime Minister
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  Chief Justice Martha Koome revealed on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, that she is a victim of cyberbullying amid increasing calls for her resignation. Speaking at the inaugural High Court Human Rights Summit, Koome described the online harassment as a form of technologically facilitated gender-based violence. The Chief Justice questioned the motives of those using online platforms to target her. She emphasized that their actions appear to be driven by a business-oriented agenda. “When I speak, I always confess that I am a victim of cyberbullying or it is called technologically facilitated gender-based violence. However, I understand their intentions—it’s a business
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  President William Ruto’s Economic Advisor, Moses Kuria, has called on President Ruto, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to initiate a new constitutional review process. Kuria made the remarks on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the nation’s political divisions and challenges through the infamous Building Bridges Initiative (BBI). In a personal statement, Moses Kuria commended President Ruto’s recent diplomatic efforts and former President Kenyatta’s willingness to engage in reconciliation and consultation to address the country’s pressing issues. Despite these gestures of statesmanship and patriotism, Kuria stressed that Kenya cannot rely solely on
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  Senior State House advisor Moses Kuria calls the Mt Kenya region to come together under…
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  The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is preparing to send a team to Kenya in 2025 to assist the government with implementing governance reforms. This was confirmed by IMF Deputy Managing Director Nigel Clarke during his visit to Kenya. He met with President William Ruto, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary, and the Central Bank Governor. Clarke shared
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  Chief Justice Martha Koome has made it clear that she will not step down from her position despite a wave of online attacks aimed at her leadership. Speaking at the Annual Human Rights Summit 2024 on Tuesday, 10th December CJ Koome addressed allegations that the Judiciary blindly follows directives from President William Ruto. Firmly rejecting
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  President William Ruto has launched a blistering attack on those opposing the upcoming national livestock vaccination programme, slated to start next year. Speaking at the 4th Pastoralist Leadership Summit in Wajir County, The President did not mince words, describing critics as unreasonable, mad, or even “stupid.” The vaccination initiative aims to immunize 22 million cattle
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