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Qatar Airways Makes Major Africa Expansion Move with New Flights and Route Returns

Qatar Airways has announced a significant expansion of its African network, strengthening travel links across the continent through the resumption of routes, increased flight frequencies, and the launch of a new destination. The move, scheduled to begin in mid-2026, reflects the airline’s continued strategy of enhancing international connectivity while responding to rising passenger demand and…

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Chogoria Fall In Love With New Market as Project Nears Completion 

An aerial view of the Chogoria ESP market under construction in Tharaka Nithi County.  Traders in Chogoria have expressed excitement and gratitude as the modern Chogoria ESP Market nears completion, saying the new facility is set to transform business operations and improve livelihoods for hundreds of local traders. Speaking in Chogoria, long-time trader Lawrence Kirimi…

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Residents Hail Chuka-Kathwana Road Network and Expansion of Technical Training Opportunities

Construction of Chuka-Kathwana Road and Kaanwa- Chuka Technical Institute offers significant relief for locals, students and tutors who have borne the brunt of bad roads for years.  Residents and business people in Tharaka Nithi County have welcomed the ongoing expansion of road infrastructure and technical training institutions, saying the projects are transforming transport, trade, education,…

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Rachel Wandeto’s Death Sparks Debate Over “Selective Outrage” on Violence Against Women.

Kipchumba Murkomen, Cabinet Secretary, while visiting Rachel Wandetto at KNH following the violent attack against her.  The tragic death of Rachel Wandeto following a reported petrol attack in Kasarani, Nairobi, has ignited a heated national conversation online, with many Kenyans questioning what they describe as “selective outrage” in responses to violence against women. Across social…

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UDA Expresses Confidence After Strong Showing in Recent By-Elections

United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar has expressed confidence in the party’s growing political influence following victories in recent by-elections, saying the results reflect continued public support for President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking during a press briefing at the UDA headquarters on Friday after the Emurua Dikirr, Endo and…

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Boss rolls out multi school feeding programme in Uasin Gishu County

Gladys Boss  has launched a multi-school feeding programme across Uasin Gishu County in a bid to boost school attendance and improve learning outcomes among pupils. The programme, rolled out in partnership with Soy Afric, Amina Myren Foundation and KAPU Africa, seeks to provide nutritional support to learners in vulnerable communities across the county. Speaking during…

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UDA Hands Samuel Muchina Nyagah Ticket for Ol Kalou By-Election

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has issued a nomination certificate to Samuel Muchina Nyagah ahead of the forthcoming Ol Kalou Constituency by-election, with party leaders calling for unity and peaceful campaigns. Speaking during the briefing, UDA Secretary General Omar Hassan commended the party’s electoral board for conducting what he described as a free, fair and…

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