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120 Kenya Army Dependents Enrolled at Defence Forces Technical College in Skills Partnership

Millitary Wives Association of Kenya (MWAK) Chair Grace Kahariri,Kenya Navy Army Commander LT.General David Ketter & The Family Group Foundation Executive Director John Waimiri during the commissioning of 120 dependents of Kenya Army Defence Personnel joining the technical and vocational training program by the foundation and MWAK. Nairobi, January 29, 2026 — One hundred and…

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Mama Betty Adera Unveils People-Centered Leadership Vision for Westlands

Westlands is being urged to embrace a new model of leadership that prioritizes service, accountability, and inclusive development, as Hon. Betty Adhiambo Adera popularly known as Mama Betty articulates her vision for a people-first future. Speaking on her leadership philosophy, Mama Betty emphasized that effective governance must be rooted in listening to citizens and responding…

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M-Shwari Dismisses Social Media Fraud Claims, Reaffirms Customer Account Integrity

M-Shwari has moved to dismiss allegations circulating on social media that claim fraudulent activity on an account belonging to a customer identified as Brian Aballah, stating that the claims are false and unsupported by account records. In a statement, the digital lending and savings platform said its Customer Experience team had reviewed the matter and…

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Huawei ICT Competition 2025-2026 Regional Final Bootcamp Training Commences in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya – 28th January 2026: Huawei has officially unveiled the Huawei ICT Competition 2025/2026 Regional Final Bootcamp Training, bringing together 21 exceptional students selected from nearly 3,000 applicants from universities and TVET institutions across Kenya. The national selection process identified top-performing students from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), University of Nairobi (UoN),…

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The Kenya Railways Reclaims Encroached Land Along Kibra-Lang’ata Constituencies

Kibera residents watch in disbelief after demolition of their structures by KRC. On Wednesday 14th January, 2026, Kenya Railways commenced demolition of structures encroaching on the railway corridor in Kibra Constituency and near Nyayo National Stadium. The structures were brought down by the Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) in bid to reclaim its land for a…

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Kenya Unveils Review of National Environment Policy to Strengthen Climate Action and Economic Growth

  Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa speaks during the launch of the review of the National Environment Policy of 2013, guiding Kenya’s efforts to strengthen climate action and sustainable development The Government has officially launched the review of the National Environment Policy of 2013, marking the start of a comprehensive process to develop an updated National…

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PS Urges Students to Embrace Industry Skills as Kenyatta University Hosts 19th Career Week

Kenyatta University students attending the 19th Career week at Amphitheatre on Tuesday at Kenyatta University.Photo Courtesy :Jarred Ombagi:MITI. The Principal Secretary for the State Department of Industry, Dr. Juma Mukhwana, has challenged university students to seize emerging opportunities in industry and technology, saying the progress of the nation depends on how each generation responds to…

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When Kala-azar Delays Motherhood: The Regional Burden Women Carry in West Pokot County

West Pokot County, Kenya: Beyond fever, weight loss and enlarged spleen(splenomegaly) or liver (hepatomegaly) together known as (hepatosplenomegaly), kala-azar quietly disrupts women’s reproductive health, causing fear, stigma, and delayed pregnancies that often go unnoticed but are reversible with early treatment. News Light Kenya’s Health and Science Correspondent, Henry Owino visited West Pokot, one of the…

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Wamuchomba, Koimburi Appearance Signals Shift in Mount Kenya Politics

Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba and Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi were among leaders who attended the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Governing Council (NGC) meeting chaired by President William Ruto on Monday at State House, Nairobi, in a move seen as signalling shifting political dynamics within the Mount Kenya region. The presence…

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Co-operative Bank Strengthens Transport Sector Support with New MetroTrans Sacco Buses

Deal reinforces Co-op Bank’s leadership in financing a multi-billion-shilling industry that moves most of Kenya’s workforce daily Nairobi, Kenya – 26.01.2026 – Co-operative Bank of Kenya and MetroTrans Sacco Ltd has announced the release of 21 new 33-seater buses, marking the first phase of an 85-bus asset financing programme valued at KSh 590 million. The…

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