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Kenya Rallies Support for Four-Nation Women’s Football Tournament

Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Salim Mvurya has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing sports and supporting national teams ahead of an upcoming four-nation women’s football tournament. Speaking during a press briefing at Talanta Plaza, Mvurya said the tournament featuring Kenya, Malawi, Australia, and India will provide a key platform to…

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DCI Launches Probe into Disappearance of Former Minister Raphael Tuju

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has started looking into the reported disappearance of former Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju. This follows a missing person report filed at Karen Police Station. According to a statement on the agency’s official X account, Tuju’s family reported him missing on Sunday, March 22, 2026. His vehicle was later found abandoned…

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Nairobi Hospital Board Defends Stability, Dismisses Financial Claims Amid Governance Dispute

Nairobi, March 20, 2026 — The Kenya Hospital Association has moved to reassure the public over the stability of The Nairobi Hospital, dismissing claims of financial loss and institutional collapse while acknowledging ongoing governance challenges. Speaking during a press briefing at the hospital, Board of Management Chairman Dr. Barley Onyambu said the briefing was convened…

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CSOs Call for Respect for Presidency, Democratic Accountability at Lukenya Retreat

Civil society organisations (CSOs), youth and women’s movements, and labour unions have issued a strong call for renewed democratic accountability, respect for institutions, and citizen-led reform during an Inter-Sectorial Leadership Retreat held at Lukenya Gateaway. The retreat, convened under the theme “From Protest to Organization: Resourcing Courageous Citizenship and Democratic Renewal,” brought together key stakeholders…

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Mombasa Truck Driver Wins KSh19.7M, Hosted in Nairobi for Financial Masterclass and Safari Experience

When Sadiq Kamulali stepped off the plane in Nairobi this week, he wasn’t arriving for another long-haul assignment from Mombasa. Instead, he arrived as a guest of honour  a man whose ordinary Sunday morning had quietly turned into a life-changing moment. At exactly 6:44am on February 8, 2026, Sadiq placed a KSh100 betslip on betPawa…

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Equity Group Record KSh75.5 Billion Profit as Transformation Strategy Delivers Strong Growth

Equity Group Holdings has reported the highest profit in its history, posting a 55 percent jump in net earnings to KSh75.5 billion for the financial year ending 2025, underlining the success of its ongoing strategic transformation and regional expansion. The Group’s strong performance was driven by diversified revenue streams, improved efficiency, and growing contributions from…

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The Nairobi Hospital Assures Public of Normal Operations Amid Ongoing Court Matters

The Nairobi Hospital has reassured staff, patients and stakeholders that its services remain uninterrupted, with all departments fully operational and open to the public. In a statement, the hospital confirmed that both clinical and support teams continue to provide care as usual, underscoring its sustained commitment to delivering quality healthcare to patients and the wider…

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KES 800 Million AI-Driven Radiotherapy Technology Unveiled at AKUH

Nairobi ,Kenya, 13th March 2026 – Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH), has unveiled a KES 800 million AI-enabled radiotherapy system designed to deliver highly precise cancer treatment while significantly reducing treatment times. The TrueBeam Radiotherapy System shortens conventional radiotherapy sessions to under 10 minutes, down from approximately 20 minutes, improving patient comfort and enabling…

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Konza Technopolis Takes Charge of Power Distribution to Meet Global Smart City Standards

Power Station Image. Konza Technopolis, Kenya – March 12, 2026 – The Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) has commenced electricity distribution within Konza Technopolis through its own smart power distribution network, marking a major milestone in strengthening reliable, future-ready infrastructure at Kenya’s flagship Smart City. The new distribution capability enables Konza Technopolis to manage and…

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Healthcare Program Enrolls 10,000 Patients in Diabetes and Hypertension Care

Nairobi, Kenya, March 16, 2026 — The Access to Healthcare program by Boehringer Ingelheim, implemented in partnership with mPharma, has surpassed a major milestone after enrolling more than 10,000 new patients into long-term care for hypertension and type 2 diabetes. Launched in 2022, the program reached more than 150,000 people across Kenya in the past…

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