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Faith finds promise in Youth and peace at home between season

Faith Kipyegon, the world’s most decorated middle-distance runner, says the sight of young athletes finding their footing on the track still gives her hope for the future of the sport. Speaking at the University of Eldoret during the just concluded Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) National Games, Kipyegon described the institution as a familiar and…

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Kenya’s stark wealth gap, detailed in the new Oxfam report, sparks intense national debate.

Government spokesperson Dr Isaac Maura at a press briefing about Oxfarm report in Nairobi on 19th December 2025. In a sweeping address that charted both immediate progress and long-term national ambition, the Government has detailed the creation of over two million jobs over the recent period, launched a pioneering financial vehicle for national development, and…

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UoN Terrorists, USIU Flames lift basketball titles as KU shine in netball

University of Nairobi (UoN) Terrorists and United States International University (USIU) Flames emerged basketball champions at the concluded Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) National Games held at the University of Eldoret. The Brian Busu-coached Terrorists outplayed African Nazarene University (ANU) 69–52 to clinch the men’s title, extending their dominance over ANU after also beating them…

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Ngong Road Expansion 90% Complete as Night Work Minimises Disruption to Commuters

An aerial view of the new Ngong Road undergoing construction. The expansion of Ngong Road, one of Nairobi’s busiest transport corridors, is now 90 per cent complete, with authorities assuring that the remaining works are being carried out at night to minimise disruption to commuters. The project is expected to significantly ease the chronic traffic…

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Ngong Road Expansion Nears Completion, Promising Major Traffic Relief

An aerial view of the new Ngong Road undergoing construction. The expansion of Ngong Road, one of Nairobi’s busiest transport corridors, has reached 90 per cent completion, with contractors assuring motorists that the remaining works are being undertaken at night to minimise disruption. The project, which includes the Junction Mall flyover, is expected to significantly…

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Bamburi clinker project promises jobs, skills and industrial boost for Kenyan youth

President William Ruto presides over the signing of a contract between Bamburi Cement and China-based Sinoma CBMI for the development of a new clinker production line in Matuga, Kwale County, on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 A new clinker production line by Bamburi Cement in Matuga, Kwale County, is expected to create thousands of jobs and…

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Defending champions KU held by UoE as national university games kick off

Defending champions Kenyatta University (KU) were held to a goalless draw by hosts University of Eldoret (UoE) in the opening men’s football match of the 10th Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) National University Games in Eldoret. The closely fought encounter saw both sides miss clear scoring chances, but the result underlined the title ambitions of…

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University sports key to curriculum, say VCs as national games kick off

University sports are a critical component of academic training and a platform for promoting diversity, vice chancellors have said as the 2025 National University Games officially got underway. University of Eldoret Vice Chancellor Prof Thomas Cheruiyot and his Meru University of Science and Technology counterpart Prof Romanus Odhiambo said sports play a vital role in…

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Kenya Urged to Safeguard Human Rights Ahead of 2027 Polls Amid Regional Democratic Decline

Kenya has been urged to strengthen human rights protections ahead of the 2027 General Election to avoid electoral violence and democratic backsliding witnessed in parts of Africa. This call was made during the National Symposium on Human Rights and the Ballot in Africa: Challenges and Opportunities, held on December 16, 2025, at the Ole Sereni…

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