Governors axe Kahiga at CoG after remarks on Raila's death

CoG has removed Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga as its vice chairperson following his remarks that appeared to celebrate former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death.

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Humble but firm: Host Engstrom recalls Raila's life in exile in Norway

Sometime in 1991, when Raila Odinga was forced into exile at the height of the struggle for multiparty democracy in Kenya, he found an unlikely sanctuary in the quiet, snow-covered suburbs of Norway.

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Nation bids bye to Jakom in a sea of flags and tears

Waving flags, hoisting symbols of the hammer, and chanting patriotic songs, thousands braved a chilly morning heavy with sorrow to pay their last tribute to Raila Odinga.

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Procession disrupted as mourners breach JKIA to receive Raila's body

The security officers deployed to maintain order watched in disbelief after the crowd overwhelmed them, storming the airport through the main entrance.

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Kibra residents take to the streets to mourn Raila's death

Mr. Odinga, according to his family, rested on the morning of Wednesday 15, after succumbing to cardiac arrest during a morning walk in India where he has spent days receiving treatment.

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Tension grips Nairobi CBD as gangs infiltrate crowds mourning Raila's death

Tensions ran high in Nairobi’s Central Business District on Wednesday after goons infiltrated crowds mourning the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

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Murang'a CEC, Noah, questioned by Detectives over incitement claims

A Murang'a County Chief Executive Committee Member (CECM) has been grilled by detectives over allegations of incitement.

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Which handshake? KANU's youth wing distances itself from Ruto-Moi pact

The Kenya African Nation Union (Kanu) youth wing has disassociated itself from the newly found bromance between the party and the government.

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City Hall faces legal battle over licensing of hotel workers

Public Health Officers have threatened to sue the Nairobi County Government should it fail to stop the privatisation of issuance of medical operating licenses to hotel workers.

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State, lecturers meet to resolve Sh7.9b pay row

Lecturers and the government are set to meet today to resolve the pay dispute that has  paralysed learning in public universities for nearly a month

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Why SHA faces collapse over Sh76b hospital debt

Private hospitals reject SHA patients over massive unpaid medical claims.

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Agony for families after losing newborns amid doctors' strike

Expectant mothers lose babies in public hospitals as doctors’ strike bites. County government and the doctors’ union point fingers at each other.

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Lecturers scoff at state claims on Sh624 million debt

University lecturers have laughed off claims by the government that they are only owed Sh624 million instead of Sh7.9 billion.

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Agnes Kagure's party enters Kariobangi North by-lection race

This after the party on Saturday nominated Geoffrey Owino to fly its flag.

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Why majority of teenage parents fail to complete studies

A study review released on Friday highlighted the blockades against integration of young mothers and fathers to class, preventing them from completing their education.

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Doctors to join their striking Kiambu colleagues starting Wednesday

KMPDU urges President Ruto to dissolve county government, accuse Governor Wamatangi of neglect and impunity; threatens demos from Wednesday next week.

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Families mourn newborn losses as healthcare crisis cripples Kiambu services

Words heavy and her voice trembling, Wanja desperately narrates how she lost her third born in a place she had hoped would help rescue her child's life. 

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Linda Bach appointed Kenya Editors Guild CEO

Senior journalist Linda Bach has been appointed the Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) Chief Executive Officer. 

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'Barbaric and unconstitutional': Nurses cry foul over brutal assault in Siaya strike

The nurses in Siaya County have been on strike since 10 September, after the county leadership failed to address their grievances.

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Health workers issue fresh nationwide strike notice

Medics have issued a seven-day ultimatum, warning to join their Kiambu County colleagues who have been on the streets for the last four months. 

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Body of officer who died in Haiti arrives in Kenya

UPDATE: Body of police officer Kennedy Mutuko Nzuve, who died in a road accident in Haiti three weeks ago, arrives at JKIA, Nairobi.

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Wetangula's Ford Kenya to contest in six MCA by-elections

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lasaka and deputy party leader on Friday said the party will support their broad-based partners in other areas.

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Kalonzo's Wiper to field 10 candidates in November by-elections

Kalonzo Musyoka said the party will only field candidates in three parliamentary seats and seven Member of County Assembly seats. 

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Government rolls out SHA overseas benefits criteria

Government unveils SHA framework for overseas treatment of 36 services unavailable locally, CS Duale says care limited to SHA-contracted facilities.

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UDA: Party primaries were free and fair

UDA party has expressed confidence in how its Saturday nominations, aimed at selecting candidates to fly the party's flag in the upcoming by-elections, were conducted.

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No SHA services from Monday, private hospitals declare

Kenyans will only have to choose between public hospitals or part with cash while seeking healthcare services beginning Monday.

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Woman reunites with baby after well-wishers pay hospital bill

The woman had appealed for help from Kenyans through a video clip that went viral on social media.

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Journalists barred from covering requiem mass for slain lawyer Kyalo Mbobu

Journalists have been barred from covering the requiem mass of slain lawyer Kyalo Mbobu thickening the veil of mystery surrounding his death.

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Evicted Woodley residents want compensation for damaged homes

President Ruto recently gave Nairobi MCAs a seven-day deadline to form the committee, which is expected to address the underlying issues.

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Boda boda tumble from lifeline to lawless threat

The recent spate of incidents in which boda boda riders have unleashed violence, torching vehicles after road accidents, has seen the industry slip into a security menace, sparking public uproar.

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Bottom-up agenda falls below expectations for hustlers three years on

President William Ruto ascended to the country’s helm on the wave of a promise to uplift Kenya’s “hustlers,” the millions of economically marginalised citizens.

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Ruto, Gachagua in rival Murang'a meetings as 2027 contest heats up

President Ruto pledges billions for housing, roads, markets and water projects. Gachagua accuses State House meetings of corruption and political betrayal.

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Gideon Moi condoles with Ichung'wa family after father's death

Kanu chairman Gideon Moi condoled with the family of the NA Majority Leader, Kimani Ichung'wa, at their home in Kikuyu, following the death of his father, Isaac Ichung'wa Ngugi. 

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From transport lifeline to security crisis; the growing boda boda menace

The revolution has seen creation of jobs for the youth as well as easing of the burden on overstretched public transport systems. 

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Newborn left without mother after caesarean section turns tragic

27-year-old woman died during caesarean section at a Catholic hospital in Kangemi. Autopsy blamed the death on "lack of oxygen due to complication of anesthesia".

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Private hospitals threaten to stop services should the SHA fail to pay the Sh43B debt

Kenyans are at risk of being denied access to healthcare should the government fail to pay debts owed to hospital facilities under RUPHA within the next two weeks.

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Ruto panel on compensation of protest victims sworn in

Members of the Panel of Experts on compensation of victims of public protests have been sworn in during an exercise overseen by the Supreme Court at KICC.

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Odhiambo: I'll resign from protest victims panel if frustrated

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President, Faith Odhiambo, has hinted at resigning from the panel of experts on compensation of victims of public protests if her "efforts will be frustrated."

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Family in anguish after kin dies during cesarean procedure

A family in Nairobi is in anguish after their kin died Tuesday evening during a cesarean delivery at a city hospital.

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Kalonzo: Why Ruto deserves "Wantam" slogan against his government

Kalonzo accused Ruto of sanctioning scandals that have plagued the country since he took over three years ago.

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