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North Korea test-fires tactical ballistic missile using new navigation system
North Korea has conducted a test fire of tactical ballistic missile using a new autonomous navigation system in its eastern waters on Friday, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Saturday. The accuracy and reliability of the autonomous navigation…
Kenyan banks oppose 16 percent VAT on financial transactions
"The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) has urged the Government and the National Assembly to reconsider the proposed imposition of a 16% Value Added Tax (VAT) on financial transactions outlined in the Finance Bill, 2024. “It has long been established that…
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Social influencer opens up about her breakup with businessman Khalif Kairo
Socialite Cera Imani has finally addressed her relationship and subsequent breakup with Kenyan businessman and car dealer Khalif Kairo. Imani shared her acceptance of the situation, reflecting on their time together and the lessons learned. “I asked for a companion and Kairo entered my life. We were together, and that was that. I always believe that you can never predict…
Kenya, Uganda sign bilateral agreements to improve relations after months of tension
Kenya and Uganda on Thursday signed a number of agreements to enhance bilateral cooperation. One of the agreements allows Uganda to import and transit refined petroleum products through Kenya from producer jurisdictions, resolving challenges faced by Uganda’s petroleum sector, Kenyan…
Process of impeaching a cabinet secretary in Kenya
The process of Process of impeaching a cabinet secretary in Kenya is not a straight forward one and requires several levels of voting, investigations before the president finally makes a decision. Appointment of cabinet secretary Article 152 of the Kenyan Constitution states that the President shall nominate and appoint Cabinet Secretaries with the approval of the National Assembly. A…
Chat GPT disbands team focused on mitigating long-term AI risks
OpenAI has confirmed the disbanding of its team dedicated to mitigating the long-term dangers of highly advanced artificial intelligence. The dissolution of the "superalignment" group began weeks ago, with its members being integrated into other projects and research initiatives, according to the San Francisco-based company. This week, company co-founder Ilya Sutskever and team co-leader Jan Leike announced their departures from…
Sofiya Nzau surpasses 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify
Kenyan vocalist and songwriter Sophia Wanjiku, better known as Sofiya Nzau, has recently achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 10 million monthly listeners on Spotify, continuing to etch her name in musical history. The singer, renowned for her global hit 'Mwaki', has now entered the…
Is this the worst Man Utd team ever? Here’s why
As Manchester United chased an equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday, the bright blue sky above Old Trafford rapidly gave way to thunderstorms and heavy rain. Those conditions could easily act as a metaphor for the Red Devils' season, where hopes of battling with the Gunners and Manchester City at the top of the table have turned to frustration at another campaign of disappointment. In years gone by, games between Manchester…
Is this the worst Man Utd team ever? Here’s why
As Manchester United chased an equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday, the bright blue sky above Old Trafford rapidly gave way to thunderstorms and heavy rain. Those conditions could easily act…
Why France is urging its men to ‘drive like a woman’
A French road safety association is urging people to "drive like a woman" to reduce the number of traffic deaths. Victimes & Citoyens, a group dedicated to supporting the victims…
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Social influencer opens up about her breakup with businessman Khalif Kairo
Socialite Cera Imani has finally addressed her relationship and subsequent breakup with Kenyan businessman and car dealer Khalif Kairo. Imani…
China to assist Kenya in construction new Sh4 billion Foreign Affairs Ministry headquarters
China has pledged to assist Kenya in constructing a new headquarters for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marking 60 years…
Spotify sued for underpaying songwriters and publishers
Music streaming giant Spotify has been sued for underpaying songwriters, composers, and publishers by tens of millions of dollars at…
UDA begins second round of grassroots elections
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party is holding the second phase of its grassroots elections across all 40 wards in…
Chat GPT disbands team focused on mitigating long-term AI risks
OpenAI has confirmed the disbanding of its team dedicated to mitigating the long-term dangers of highly advanced artificial intelligence. The…
Agnes Kalekye appointed new KBC Managing Director
Agnes Kalekye Nguna has been appointed the new Managing Director and CEO of the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) for a…
Gunshots fired as chaos erupt at Kimani Ichungwa’s event in Thika
A groundbreaking ceremony for a new market in Kiganjo, Thika, led by area MP Alice Ng’ang’a, descended into chaos on…
Kenya, Uganda sign bilateral agreements to improve relations after months of tension
Kenya and Uganda on Thursday signed a number of agreements to enhance bilateral cooperation. One of the agreements allows Uganda…
First contingent of Kenyan Police officers to arrive in Haiti next week
At least 200 Kenyan police officers will be deployed to Haiti next week as part of the UN Security Council-backed…
Maseno University arrested for raping first years
A 23-year-old student from Maseno University has been arrested after more than one month of being in hiding. The Directorate…
Meru pastor found dead in his house days after going missing
Police are investigating the bizarre death of a Meru pastor who was discovered lifeless in his house. The decomposing body…
DP Gachagua seeks Ksh.1.12 billion to renovate his office, Karen residence
The Deputy President's office is now requesting a budget allocation of Ksh.1.12 billion to undertake renovations at both the Harambee…
Why France is urging its men to ‘drive like a woman’
A French road safety association is urging people to "drive like a woman" to reduce the number of traffic deaths.…
Eliud Kipchoge embroiled in a Sh100 million property dispute with fellow athlete
World marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has been sucked into a dispute involving a Sh100 million piece of property between fellow…
Govt orders popular maize flour recalled for being toxic
The Ministry of Health has issued a stark warning, cautioning against the consumption of a popular maize flour brand due…
Moi University student smashes ex-boyfriend’s TV after claiming she is pregnant
A student from Moi University has refuted accusations of intentionally damaging her ex-lover's property in Kesses, Uasin Gishu County. Agnes…
KDF to lead in the fight against climate change
President William Ruto has asked the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to help the country tackle the climate change phenomenon. The…
Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli air strike
A commander of the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah commander was killed and his assistant wounded Tuesday night in an Israeli…
‘You are going the wrong direction if you want to be president,’ Mungatana tells Gachagua
Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana has expressed disapproval towards Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's advocacy for a 'one-man-one-shilling' county revenue-sharing approach,…
’Don’t use your car if you don’t want to pay vehicle tax,’ says UDA MP Kuria Kimani
Molo MP Kuria Kimani has defended the government's proposal to implement a motor vehicle circulation tax, saying it is a…
One person shot dead in clash between militia in Wajir
Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man in armed clashes between two militia groups in Eldas, Wajir County. The…
Man City on the brink of a historic fourth title after Spurs win
Manchester City moved within one win of a historic fourth successive Premier League title with victory at Tottenham. Erling Haaland's…
Ruto orders ministries to plant trees on a daily basis in order fight climate change
All Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) have been tasked with planning and organising how their ministries will undertake tree planting exercises on…
Fuel prices drop for the fourth straight month in latest EPRA review
The Energy Regulatory and Petroleum Authority (EPRA) has announced the latest adjustments in fuel prices, set to take effect from…
Two brothers killed in fight over meat at a funeral in Busia
Two brothers have died following following a disagreement over how to share meat at a funeral of their relative in…
Form 3 student beaten to death by Kenya Forest Service officers
Five Kenya Forest Service (KFS) officers were arrested on Tuesday following allegations of fatally beating a Form Three student in…
King Kaka addresses claims he has fallen out with his wife
Kenyan musician King Kaka has taken to social media to dispel rumors suggesting a rift between him and his wife,…
‘I was offered Sh3 million to save Linturi,’ claims MP
Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo has made startling claims of attempted bribery in the impeachment proceedings against Agriculture Cabinet Secretary…
Ethiopia boosts Lamu port with 60,000 tones fertilizer import
The arrival of the first shipment of 60,000 tons of fertilizer bound for Ethiopia marks a significant milestone for the…
Equity reports a remarkable 25.1 percent surge in Q1 net profit
Equity Group Holdings has reported a remarkable 25.1 percent surge in net profit for the first quarter ending March, soaring…
Police arrest murdered MKU student’s boyfriend in Thika
Detectives investigating the gruesome murder of 25-year-old Mt Kenya University Student Faith Musembi have arrested his boyfriend in Thika. David…
Death toll from floods hits 277 as several schools failed to open for term two
The death toll from the nationwide flood disaster has tragically risen to 277, with one additional fatality reported on Monday.…
Kenya targets investment 250 billion dollars in investment deals during Ruto’s US visit
The government has set its sights on securing investment deals amounting to Sh32.56 trillion ($250 billion) during President William Ruto's…
CIC Insurance Group profits surge by 818 percent to Sh1.4 billion
CIC Insurance Group has reported a remarkable surge in profit after tax, soaring by an impressive 818 percent to reach…
Ethiopia boosts Lamu port with 60,000 tones fertilizer import
The arrival of the first shipment of 60,000 tons of fertilizer bound for Ethiopia marks a significant milestone for the…
Junior Secondary School teachers go on strike in Bomet
More than 200 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers in Bomet County have embarked on a strike, citing the government's disregard…
Israel advances deeper into Rafah as US calls for protection of civilians
Israeli forces advanced deeper into Gaza’s southern city of Rafah Sunday, while U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed displeasure…
Politician Kimani Wainaina’s Jungle Nuts factory put on auction
Auctioneers have announced the sale of a macadamia factory owned by Kiambu politician Kimani Wainaina, famously known as Jungle. The…
Ruto saves Agriculture CS Mithika Linturi from impeachment in fake fertilizer scandal
Eleven members of the National Assembly convened on Sunday night at a hotel to deliberate on the fate of Agriculture…
It is high time we speak about the struggles journalists are going through
I might be a bit paranoid or overthinking things, but I'm feeling a bit nervous about getting my message across.…
Is this the worst Man Utd team ever? Here’s why
As Manchester United chased an equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday, the bright blue sky above Old Trafford rapidly gave way…
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