'Fish diplomacy:' Ruto serves up politics and tilapia in Homa Bay

President William Ruto traded his presidential motorcade for a jiko on Tuesday evening, rolling up his sleeves to fry tilapia with women traders at Homa Bay Beach.

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CAF slaps Kenya with Sh6.5m fine over security breaches

CAF has fined the Football Kenya Federation Sh6.5 million for multiple safety and security breaches during the Group A CHAN 2024 match against Morocco at Moi Sports Centre, Kasarani, on Sunday.

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Devolution at crossroads: Counties struggle with dependency and graft

When Kenya adopted devolution in 2013, it was hailed as a transformative step to unite a fractured nation, spur grassroots development, and promote social justice.

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Kenya's youth use music to heal political divisions

Youth have warned political leaders against dividing them on political, tribal and social lines, saying they should give them a break.

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Why fans' misconduct at CHAN matches puts Kenya at risk

Fans without valid tickets have been warned to stay away from Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, as Kenya faces Zambia in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) on Sunday. 

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University choral verse calls for action on 'moral crisis' in learning institutions

A choral verse at a national music festival in Meru has stirred public debate after confronting what it described as a “moral crisis” in schools and universities.

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Ruto dangles Sh2.5m in Harambee Stars' -Zambia clash

President William Ruto has promised each Harambee Stars player Sh6 million and a house if the team beats Zambia in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) quarter-finals on Sunday.

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Kenya ends a decade-long dry spell against Morocco

The rivalry between the two teams began in 1972, when the Harambee Stars first locked horns with the Atlas Lions of Morocco at the African Cup of Nations.

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Leaders sound alarm on devolution's future as budget strains mount

As governors converge in Homa Bay for the Devolution Conference on August 12, questions over corruption, wasteful spending and delayed disbursements hang over the gains of the past 12 years.

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CAF halts ticket sales for Kasarani fixtures over security breaches

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended ticket sales for all upcoming fixtures at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.

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KUPPET accuses TSC of 'lip service' on teacher promotions

The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has accused the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) of failing to address the long-standing problem of teacher stagnation.

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Ruto: I have paid Harambee Stars players on their victory

President William Ruto assured Kenyans that he has honoured his pledge to pay Harambee Stars players for their recent performances, saying his government commits to motivating the team.

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Govt caps university fees at Sh75,000 in education reforms

Higher Education Principal Secretary Beatrice Inyangala said no university student will pay more than Sh75,000 per year under the new fee structure.

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MKU unveils Artificial Intelligence Agenda

Mount Kenya University (MKU) has unveiled new AI-driven academic programmes and digital systems to revolutionise teaching, learning, and management.

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Ruto: 'No brains' politics won't derail housing plan

President William Ruto has said no amount of criticism will derail his administration’s Affordable Housing Program, which he insists is creating jobs and driving development.

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Universities urged to champion indigenous crops for food and climate

High Institutions of learning in the region have been challenged to adopt African traditional crops and vegetables for food security, nutrition, and environmental sustainability.

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Government condemns child sex exploitation in Mai Mahiu

The Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services condemn child sexual exploitation in Mai Mahiu, Nakuru County, as exposed in a BBC Africa Eye investigation.

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KCB partners with Universities to transform learners and tutors welfare

The KCB has inked a deal with 29 public and private universities to support the transformation of Kenya’s higher education sector through financial, infrastructure and digital solutions.

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State and Vasity linkage to bolster training healthcare professionals

Director General of Public Health Dr. Patrick Amoth calls on universities to invest in health education and infrastructure, to address human resource gaps in the healthcare sector.

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Ministry of Education to crack down on school transport violations

Basic Education PS Julius Bitok has issued a nationwide crackdown on schools defying the Traffic (Amendment) Act 2017, which restricts school bus operations to between 6 am and 6 pm.

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Kenya, Angola set for crucial CHAN clash

All eyes will be on the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, this Thursday, August 7, when Harambee Stars take on Angola in their second Group A fixture of the CHAN 2024.

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Benni McCarthy weeps over Jorge Costa death

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy fought back tears as he paid tribute to his former FC Porto teammate, Jorge Costa.

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I am the darling of Kenyans, Gachagua tells US media

Gachagua accused President William Ruto and his inner circle of orchestrating the tribal narrative to weaken his growing national influence.

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KUCCPS opens August window to upgrade P1 and ECDE certificates to diploma

Teachers holding Primary Teacher Education (P1) and Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) certificates now have a new chance to advance their academic qualifications.

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Government rolls out plans to avert congestion at stadiums

Interior PS Raymond Omollo acknowledged that lapses in deployment timing had led to congestion at entry points during Kenya’s opening CHAN match.

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Major city traffic disruptions tomorrow for CHAN matches

Traffic on Lang’ata and Mombasa roads to be disrupted tomorrow ahead of DRC vs Zambia 4 pm match at Nyayo Stadium and Kenya vs Angola at 7 pm at Kasarani, Nairobi traffic commander Chirchir says.

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Experts: How Ruto's Hustler Fund is failing hustlers

When the Hustler Fund was unveiled in November 2022, it was hailed by President William Ruto as a tool to uplift low-income earners and boost economic growth.

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Ministry forges stronger ties in healthcare training

Director General of Public Health Dr. Patrick Amoth urges institutions to invest in science and innovation, calling it key to fixing human resource gaps in Kenya’s healthcare sector.

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Duale: Biometrics to replace OTP use in sweeping SHA reforms

Biometric identification will be mandatory for all Kenyans seeking care under the Social Health Authority after Health CS Aden Duale announced the nationwide rollout of the new system.

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'I am Kenya's best president,' Ruto claims

President William Ruto has declared that he bears the responsibility of transforming Kenya and has no excuse for failure, saying he combines the best traits of Kenya’s past presidents.

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Musonye sets the record straight on CHAN ticket hoarding claims

Nicholas Musonye, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee clarify on the alleged hoarding of tickets  that locked out football fans from watching Kenya play DR Congo in the CHAN 2024 on Sunday.

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Leaders join thousands to cheer Harambee Stars in CHAN 2024 opener

Political leaders joined thousands of Kenyans at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, to rally behind the Harambee Stars during their CHAN 2024 opening match against DR Congo.

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South African referee to officiate Kenya-DR Congo CHAN 2024 opener

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the officiating team for Sunday's much-anticipated CHAN 2024 Group A opener between hosts Kenya and DR Congo at Kasarani Stadium.

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CAF unveils star-studded officiating teams for CHAN 2024 fixtures

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed a distinguished panel of match officials for two key CHAN 2024 fixtures scheduled for Sunday in Nairobi and Dar es Salaam.

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Harambee Stars ready to roar against DR Congo in CHAN opener

The mood in the Harambee Stars camp on the eve of the highly anticipated African Nations Championship- CHAN 2024 group opener against DR Congo is high.

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Tanzanian fans light up Stadium into a festival of football and creativity

The roar of vuvuzelas, the rhythmic pounding of drums, and a ray of  colors decorated the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium on the opening day of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN).

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KEPHIS fights proposed Seed Law over fears of cartels

As Kenya’s agricultural sector continues to battle the effects of climate change, unpredictable weather, and rising input costs, a new storm is brewing, this time, over seeds.

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Kenyans brave cold to back Harambee Stars at CHAN opener

Thousands of Kenyans defied the Sunday morning cold to fill the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, casting aside political differences and daily struggles to unite behind the Harambee Stars.

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KAA issues travel advisory amid road closures for CHAN 2024

The Kenya Airports Authority urge passengers flying through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport to plan ahead, check their flight schedules due to traffic disruptions.

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Kuppet lauds state move to restore full capitation, slash varsity fees

Kuppet has lauded President William Ruto's bold interventions in the education sector, including restoring full capitation for Free Day Secondary Education and slashing university fees.

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