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Murkomen: Kenya Secure as State Cracks Down on Gangs Ahead of Polls

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured Kenyans that the country remains secure, even as authorities heighten vigilance ahead of the election campaign period. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security in Nairobi, Mr Murkomen called on political leaders to promote peaceful campaigns and reject the use of gangs and…

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State Rolls Out NYOTA Business Training to Boost Youth Enterprises

  The government has launched the second phase of classroom-based business skills training under the NYOTA Project, targeting thousands of young entrepreneurs across the country. In a statement released on Monday, Principal Secretary in the State Department for MSME Development, Susan Auma Mang’eni, said the programme is being implemented in 454 training centres spread across…

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KAM Calls for Peaceful Protests Amid Fuel Cost Concerns

  The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has urged Kenyans to exercise restraint and uphold peace during planned demonstrations over the rising cost of fuel, even as concerns over the high cost of living persist. In a statement issued Monday, KAM acknowledged public discontent following the recent fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum…

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UDA Defends Government Measures Amid Rising Fuel Costs, Blames Opposition for ‘Politicising’ Global Crisis

Nairobi, April 16, 2026 — The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has defended the government’s handling of rising fuel prices, accusing opposition leaders of misleading the public and politicising what it described as a global energy crisis. Speaking during a press briefing, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar dismissed recent opposition claims on fuel pricing as “deceitful…

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Kenya Ports Set for Surge as 49 Vessels Dock, Livestock Exports Resume at Mombasa

The Kenya Ports Authority has scheduled 49 cargo vessels to call at the Port of Mombasa and Port of Lamu over the next two weeks, underscoring sustained maritime activity at the country’s key trade gateways. The steady stream of vessel traffic signals resilience in regional and international trade flows, even as the global shipping industry…

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Kalenjin Elders Endorse Dennis Kiprotich Kebenei’s 2027 South C MCA Bid

Aspiring Langata Constituency,South C ward MCA,Dennis Kiprotich Kebenei, popularly known as “Tycoon” after receiving his blessings from Kalenjin elders. Kalenjin elders have thrown their weight behind Hon. Dennis Kiprotich Kebenei, popularly known as “Tycoon,” ahead of his anticipated bid for the South C Member of County Assembly (MCA) seat in the 2027 General Election. In…

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Progress and Purpose: Luqman Ali Sets Sights on South C Leadership in 2027

City politician Luqman Ali has formally announced his plan to run for the South C ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) seat in the 2027 General Election. Unveiling an agenda anchored on Progress, youth empowerment,  and community development. Speaking on Sunday, March 15, Luqman expressed confidence in winning the seat currently held by Abass Khalif,…

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