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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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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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Traders upbeat as key road is opened in Runyenjes 

 An aerial shot of the newly tarmacked Rukuriri-Kathageri Road in Runyenjes, Embu County  The business community in Runyenjes, Embu County is beaming with excitement and hope after the Kenya Kwanza administration fulfilled its promise to tarmac the crucial Rukuriri-Kathageri Road. A key electoral pledge that President William Ruto made during the 2022 presidential campaign, the…

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What Women Want Summit 4.0 Ends with Renewed Push for Women’s Leadership and Gender Equality

Maureen Osoro, Marketing Manager – Spirits at EABL, presenting gifts to panelists and keynote speakers during the summit. From right to left: Janet Mbugua, media personality; Fatuma Achani, Kwale Governor; Mercy Mwangi, Executive Director, KEWOPA; and on the extreme left, Pinky Ghelani, founder of What Women Want. NAIROBI, April 14, 2026 — The fourth edition…

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NewsLight Kenya Among 10 Media Houses Trained on Financial Compliance Ahead of PWD Cybersecurity Project

Ten media organizations, including NewsLight Kenya, have undergone a comprehensive financial management training as part of the rollout of the Trustlab project, which aims to conduct various project themes on digital threats and misinformation. The training, led by Rose Mwangi,a project Manager at DW Akademia ,marked the official project kickoff and onboarding session, bringing together…

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Kenyan Women Among 23 Selected from 4,000 Applicants in Elevate Africa Fellowship 2026 Cohort

Winnie Rugutt(2nd left,down bar) and Nadia Ahmed ( 2nd  right, upper bar) among 23 mid-career professionals selected from over 4,000 applicants for the 2026 Cohort II. Nairobi ,Kenya, April 3, 2026 — Two Kenyan women are among 23 mid-career professionals selected from over 4,000 applicants for the 2026 Cohort II of the Elevate Africa Fellowship,…

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Easter Travel in Kenya: How Digital Banking Is Powering Seamless Payments and Family Connections

As Kenyans get ready for the Easter holiday, a time of faith, renewal, and togetherness, the long weekend is expected to lead to more travel across the country. Families will reunite upcountry, while holidaymakers head to coastal destinations and national parks. This festive period, known for crowded highways and lively social gatherings, increases the need…

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UDA Issues Nomination Certificates, Affirms Credible Digital Primaries

Secretary General Hassan Omar presenting Certificates to the successful candidate Winners from Emurua Dikirr Constituency, Poro Ward in Samburu County, and Endo Ward in Elgeyo Marakwet County held at UDA Headquarters. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has issued nomination certificates to winners of its recently concluded primaries in Emurua Dikirr Constituency, Poro Ward in Samburu…

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Kenya Targets $700 Million in Waste Sector Investments

– Currently, Kenya has more than 120 circular economy businesses operating across the value chain Nairobi, Kenya, March 30, 2026 – Invest Kenya has launched Waste Management and Circular Economy: Investment Pathways and Opportunities in Kenya, a new investment prospectus aimed at unlocking investment in Kenya’s waste management and circular economy sectors and highlighting the…

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