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Kenya has pledged to eliminate FGM by 2030, now less than four years away, but rights groups say progress is threatened by funding cuts.
UDA criticises United Opposition for lacking a clear agenda, says voters have already decided after it won three by-elections, including Isiolo South MP seat.
In the in-tray are discussions on energy transition, access to electricity, digital technology, artificial intelligence, youth inclusion, infrastructure, and others.
The statistics are sobering. Women hold only 20 percent of editorial leadership roles in Kenya, despite making up nearly 40 percent of the media workforce.
President Ruto directs EPRA to reduce diesel prices by a further Sh10 in the June/July 2026 pricing cycle to cushion consumers; it is currently retailing at Sh232.86 per litre.
Kenya confirms talks with US to strengthen Ebola preparedness, Health CS Duale says any international cooperation proposal to be guided by Kenyan laws and public health regulations.
US commits Sh1.7 billion to Kenya’s Ebola preparedness as plans for quarantine facility for Americans take shape, despite court order barring the move and rising public concern.
Emerging powers are demanding a seat at the table, while regions like Africa are increasingly being asked to choose sides in contests they did not create.
Laikipia Air Base Commander Brig Mohamud Farah appointed Deputy Air Force Commander, while Brig William Kamoiro promoted to Maj Gen, named GOC Central Command in changes.
Police barricade key entry points into Nairobi, blocking matatus from accessing the CBD via Lang’ata and Mombasa roads, Athi River and Mlolongo ahead of planned protests.
Some courts impose fines of about Sh5,000 for axle load offences instead of applying the penalties outlined in the axle load regulations.
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