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Land governance key to addressing Nairobi’s housing, water and waste challenges

Stakeholders pose for a group photo during the fifth Regional Research Conference on Land Governance held in Nairobi on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Effective land governance and proper planning have been identified as critical to addressing Nairobi’s growing challenges, including housing shortages, water demand, waste management and access to public spaces. Speaking during a land…

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Gicheru Leads as 32 Juniors Advance to NCBA Kenya Junior Matchplay Championship

  Mwathi Gicheru set the pace on the opening day of the 2026 NCBA Kenya Junior Matchplay Championship, carding an impressive one-under-par 71 at Sigona Golf Club as the Strokeplay qualifying round concluded with 32 players advancing to the matchplay stage.   Gicheru, representing Royal Nairobi Golf Club, posted the lowest score of the day…

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NYOTA Project Rolls Out Mentorship Programme for More Than 122,000 Youth Beneficiaries

The National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Project has announced the rollout of its mentorship programme as part of efforts to strengthen youth entrepreneurship and promote sustainable livelihoods across Kenya.   The NYOTA Project, which was rolled out in March 2025, is leveraging digital technology to provide young people across the country with access to…

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Joint PG meeting in Naivasha

Members of the Joint Broad-Based Coalition Parliamentary Group have convened in Naivasha for a high-level meeting underway expected to focus on the coalition’s legislative agenda, government priorities and coordination ahead of the next phase of parliamentary business. The meeting brings together lawmakers from UDA and ODM, providing a platform to assess progress, strengthen cooperation and…

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Mancha strikes Gold as Chipchirchir takes bronze in tactical Eugene thriller

Athletics Kenya Youth Director Barnabas Korir has congratulated Josphine Sembeyo Mancha and Caren Chepchirchir for their outstanding performances in the women’s 1500m final at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Eugene.   Korir commended the two Kenyan athletes for their composure and determination in a highly tactical and dramatic final that featured unusually slow opening…

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Kiplangat, Chelimo dominate Betika Uasin Gishu Half Marathon

Erick Kiplangat and Millicent Chelimo rule the roost on Sunday for both the men’s and women’s races at the fourth edition of the Betika Uasin Gishu Half Marathon, Eldoret city. Kiplangat delivered a well-timed sprint finish to clinch the men’s title in 1:01:07, edging out Kenneth Kiprono, who placed second in 1:01:14. Gilbert Kipkosgei completed…

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