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Eldoret Superhighway Project Wins Broad Support as Region Anticipates Major Economic Lift

Eldoret, Kenya — The Eldoret superhighway project has received overwhelming backing from leaders and residents in Uasin Gishu, who say the upgrade will deliver long-term gains for trade, agriculture, and everyday travel across the region. The Nairobi–Nakuru–Eldoret–Malaba corridor, one of East Africa’s busiest transport arteries, is set for a major expansion that is expected to…

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Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wesley Korir has urged students to be innovative and be job creators

Students from University of Eldoret during 14 graduation ceremony Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wesley Korir and his counter part of Nandi Eulita Mitei urged students to be innovative and be job creators and not seekers. “It’s time students use the knowledge gotten in class to create employment opportunities instead of seeking for white collar jobs which…

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Securitisation Revives Vital 192km Road After Three-Year Stall in Kitui

KITUI, Kenya – A transformative 192-kilometre highway that lay dormant for over three years has roared back to life, thanks to the government’s innovative road levy securitisation programme that cleared crippling pending bills and put contractors back to work. Construction on the Kibwezi–Mutomo–Kitui–Kabati–Migwani Road resumed on September 1, 2025, after the National Treasury released Sh1.2…

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Environment CS Barasa Emerges As a Voice For Africa At COP30

Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa ( center) in attendance of COP30 at Belem. Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Barasa, emerged as one of Africa’s strongest voices at the opening of the High-Level Segment of COP30, delivering a national statement that firmly anchored the…

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JUSTICE ON WHEELS: AG Oduor & Bangbet Unveils Mobile Centers to End Kenya’s Rural Justice Gap

NAIROBI, KENYA —  Attorney General Dorcas  Oduor has partnered with corporate sponsor Bangbet to officially launch the Mobile Legal Aid Center Initiative ,a move set to revolutionize legal access across Kenya. This innovative program transforms customized, solar-powered containers into fully equipped legal offices, bringing essential justice services directly to the nation’s most remote and vulnerable…

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Africa Is Ready To Play Its Part. Do The Same, CS Barasa

BELEM, BRASIL—Africa delivered a bold, unified message at the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) climate talks this week, asserting its unwavering commitment to global climate action while issuing a sharp challenge to developed nations over broken finance systems. The sentiment of self-reliance, coupled with an unyielding demand for global reciprocity, underpinned the ministerial briefing…

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Senator Asige Pushes for Full Inclusion in Implementation of Persons with Disabilities Act

Senator Crystal Asige speaking at a breakfast meeting in Nairobi on November 12, 2025 Senator Crystal Asige has urged the government and all sectors of society to embrace full inclusion and equality for persons with disabilities, saying the new Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, must mark a turning point in how Kenya perceives and supports…

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NCIC Pushes for Renewed Dialogue to End Turkana–West Pokot Conflict

NCIC chairman Dr. Samuel Kobia addressing the press after the Turkana-West Pokot peace dialogue meeting on Monday 11th November 2025 in Nairobi. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has renewed calls for inclusive dialogue and stronger commitment from local leaders in efforts to end recurring clashes between the Turkana and West Pokot communities. Speaking…

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We Are Focused On Building A Foundation For Innovative And Youth Empowerment

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi visit one of the stands during the Software Summit currently underway at Moi University Añnex yesterdy The Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has cautioned the youth against misusing social media platform. According to Musalia he accused the youth of beliting the top leaders in the country which was uncouth. It…

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Glam Hotel Unveils Chic Rooftop Restaurant and Bar in Nairobi’s Westlands

Nairobi, Kenya, November 10, 2025 — Glam Hotel has officially launched a new rooftop restaurant and bar, introducing a vibrant addition to Nairobi’s luxury dining and nightlife scene. Perched on the 10th floor along General Mathenge Road in Westlands, the stylish rooftop venue was unveiled on Friday evening in a lively ceremony attended by business…

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