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Nakuru Water leak detection officer apprehended in bribe sting
The EACC has arrested a NAWASCO officer in Nakuru for allegedly soliciting a Sh15,000 bribe.
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Ligue 1 Title Contenders Lens Reject PSG Postponement Request Ahead Of Liverpool Clash
Lens on Monday objected to the potential rescheduling of their top-of-the-table clash with champions Paris-Saint Germain. The two teams are due to meet on April 11, but that date became inconvenient for PSG after they thrashed Chelsea last week to set up a quarterfinal against Liverpool. That tie will be played on April 8 and [...] The post Ligue 1 Title Contenders Lens Reject PSG Postponement Request Ahead Of Liverpool Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kenya strengthens space data coordination with Earth Observation framework launch
The Kenya Space Agency launches the Earth Observation Data Sharing Framework 2026 to strengthen space-derived data use for development, innovation, and sustainable growth across government, academia, and the private sector.
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They Haven’t Called Me —Klopp Rubbishes Real Madrid Talk
Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has described speculation that he will take over at Real Madrid this summer as “nonsense.” The German stood down after nearly nine years in charge at Anfield following the end of the 2023-24 season and has since fulfilled a role as head of global football with Red Bull. He has [...] The post They Haven’t Called Me —Klopp Rubbishes Real Madrid Talk appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Kenya flags off first exports to China under zero-tariff agreement
Kenya flags off first exports to China under a zero-tariff arrangement, including avocados, coffee, and hides. The move is expected to expand market access and strengthen Kenya-China trade ties.
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Kenya eyes expanded China trade to narrow Sh500 billion deficit
NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 24 – Kenya is seeking to expand trade with China in a bid to narrow the trade deficit, which currently stands at slightly over Sh500 billion, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said. Kindiki, who hosted Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, noted that while Kenya and China have enjoyed strong bilateral relations since […]
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Flood alert: Govt lists Kisumu, Tana River and Uasin Gishu among counties at risk
Government issues flood warnings for communities along River Nyando, River Tana, and River Sosiani. Emergency teams deployed as authorities urge residents in flood-prone areas to stay vigilant.
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Former British High Commissioner to Kenya named new CEO of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy has announced the appointment of Rob Macaire as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 June 2026.  Macaire, an Oxford graduate with a distinguished career spanning British diplomacy and senior executive roles in the private sector, will succeed Mike Watson, who retires on 1 August 2026 after 15 years of leadership […] The post Former British High Commissioner to Kenya named new CEO of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Flood Crisis: Evacuations underway as Kisumu, Tana River, Uasin Gishu counties put on high alert
A total of 84 fatalities have been recorded, with three people still missing following recent flash floods in parts of the country. The post Flood Crisis: Evacuations underway as Kisumu, Tana River, Uasin Gishu counties put on high alert appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Fritz: Werder Bremen Took Big Risk To Sign Boniface
Werder Bremen sporting director Clemens Fritz has disclosed that the club took a big risk to sign Super Eagles striker Victor Boniface on laon last summer from Bayer Leverkusen. Recall that the Nigerian international has struggled significantly with form and fitness, managed only two assists, and did not score a goal in 11 appearances. In [...] The post Fritz: Werder Bremen Took Big Risk To Sign Boniface appeared first on Complete Sports.
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KNH lists 102 unclaimed bodies, gives 7-day window for collection
Kenyatta National Hospital has issued a public notice listing 102 unclaimed bodies at its Farewell Home morgue. Relatives and the public have seven days to claim the remains before the hospital seeks court approval for disposal.
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Rising rivers trigger flood emergency in Kisumu, Tana River, Uasin Gishu counties
Two key rivers have burst their banks triggering flooding in parts of Tana River and Kisumu counties. According to a statement by the Ministry of Interior, River Nyando has burst it’s banks and the rising water levels have resulted in overflow and spillover across multiple locations in Kisumu County. The worst hit areas include Kakola, Onjiko, […] The post Rising rivers trigger flood emergency in Kisumu, Tana River, Uasin Gishu counties appeared first on KBC Digital.
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Explained: How Section 129 could shape Raphael Tuju’s legal battle
Section 129 of the Penal Code explained as Raphael Tuju faces possible charges over claims he gave false information to police about his disappearance.
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Adams, Ejuke To Play Under New Coach At Sevilla After Almeyda’s Sack
Super Eagles duo Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke will play under a new coach at Sevilla, following the sacking of Matias Almeyda. “Matías Almeyda has been relieved of his duties as Sevilla FC first team head coach,” the club announced on their website. “The Argentinian coach leaves the club after 32 official matches as coach, [...] The post Adams, Ejuke To Play Under New Coach At Sevilla After Almeyda’s Sack appeared first on Complete Sports.
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How DCI cornered Tuju: Mobile tracking and forensics expose ‘self-abduction’
DCI confirms Raphael Tuju staged his disappearance using mobile tracking and forensic evidence, raising possible charges under Section 129 of the Penal Code.
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Fulham Ready To Splash Cash For Chukwueze
Fulham are prepared to sign Samuel Chukwueze on a permanent transfer from AC Milan at the end of the season. The 26-year-old arrived the Craven Cottage on season-long loan last September. Fulham have the option to sign the tricky winger permanently for €24m. Read Also:Galatasaray Give Update On Osimhen’s Surgery Despite a not particularly impressive [...] The post Fulham Ready To Splash Cash For Chukwueze appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Tuju faces 3-year jail term as DCI pursues ‘staged disappearance’
Section 129 of the Penal Code explained as Raphael Tuju faces possible charges over claims he gave false information to police about his disappearance.
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Kenyan film ‘Back to Us’ to premiere in April
New romantic feature film, ‘Back to Us’ is set to premiere at Nairobi cinema on April 11. Written and directed by Jennifer Gatero, the film explores the ups and downs of romantic relationships. Shot almost entirely on location in Watamu, the film follows former lovers Amana and Kwame, who must confront their past and face […] The post Kenyan film ‘Back to Us’ to premiere in April appeared first on KBC Digital.
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KRA Targets Informal Economy With Plan to Force Small Businesses to Pay 16% Tax
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is preparing for a major overhaul of value-added tax (VAT) that would require small businesses to pay a 16% tax. The taxman wants to amend Section 34(1a) of the VAT Act to remove the KSh 5 million annual turnover limit for mandatory registration. This move would drop the registration threshold to zero, effectively forcing every business – including micro-enterprises and small-scale traders – to register for VAT and serve as tax collection agents. KRA believes that eliminating this limit will close the estimated 38% VAT collection gap. The authority projects that this change will boost The post KRA Targets Informal Economy With Plan to Force Small Businesses to Pay 16% Tax appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Energy Ministry Explains Kenya Petrol Shortage as Hoarding, Not Supply Crisis
The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has assured the public that the country holds enough petrol to last for several days, dismissing fears of an impending fuel crisis. In a statement sent to Belgut MP Nelson Koech during a live interview on Monday, March 23, 2026, Petroleum Principal Secretary Mohamed Liban confirmed that the government maintains sufficient reserves to meet national demand. According to the statement, the recent shortages reported in parts of the country are primarily the result of oil marketers hoarding fuel. These dealers are reportedly anticipating a supply crunch due to the intensifying conflict in the Middle The post Energy Ministry Explains Kenya Petrol Shortage as Hoarding, Not Supply Crisis appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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DCI Claims Raphael Tuju Never Left Home During Alleged Disappearance
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has concluded that former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju faked his own abduction – and wasted a significant amount of state resources in the process. DCI Director Amin Mohamed made the explosive declaration at a press briefing on Monday, March 23, 2026, announcing that forensic evidence and intelligence placed Tuju inside his Karen home throughout the entire period he was supposedly missing. “Based on solid intelligence and meticulous forensic analysis, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations concludes, without an iota of doubt, that Honourable Raphael Tuju was physically present within his residence throughout the period in question,” The post DCI Claims Raphael Tuju Never Left Home During Alleged Disappearance appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Hilarious Trending Memes This Tuesday
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“I Slept in Bush Camps…What Did you Do?”: Kindiki Hits Back After Gachagua’s 10-Day Ultimatum
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki struck back at his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, after Gachagua issued a 10-day ultimatum to the government regarding the surge of insecurity in Meru North. Gachagua had criticized Kindiki for failing to stop cattle rustling in the area, warning that he would mobilize Meru residents to defend themselves if the state did not deploy security forces along the Isiolo and Samburu borders. Kindiki responded with a sharp social media post, dismissing the warning and accusing Gachagua of incitement. He questioned Gachagua’s own record, claiming the former deputy president failed to provide enough support to these communities during The post “I Slept in Bush Camps…What Did you Do?”: Kindiki Hits Back After Gachagua’s 10-Day Ultimatum appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Wetang’ula’s Ford Kenya Says ‘We Will Not Be Dissolved’ Amid UDA Merger Push
The Ford Kenya party, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, has firmly rejected calls for it to dissolve and merge with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), warning that such demands threaten Kenya’s multiparty democracy. In a statement released on Monday, March 23, Ford Kenya Secretary General John Chikati dismissed the proposal and accused some UDA leaders of pushing an agenda aimed at collapsing smaller affiliate parties within the Kenya Kwanza Alliance ahead of the 2027 General Election. Chikati singled out remarks by Nandi senator Samson Cherargei, who recently warned smaller coalition partners to dissolve and fold into UDA. The post Wetang’ula’s Ford Kenya Says ‘We Will Not Be Dissolved’ Amid UDA Merger Push appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Fresh Twist in Nairobi Hospital Case as DPP Moves to Withdraw Charges Against Directors
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) moved to drop charges against three Nairobi Hospital directors previously accused of failing to file financial records with the Registrar of Companies. Prosecution counsel Nora Otieno informed the court that the DPP’s office wants to pull all charges against the accused under Section 87(a) of the Criminal Procedure Code while they take another look at the case. “We have made a request to review the charges further,” the prosecution submitted, adding that the application was aimed at allowing the DPP to re-evaluate the matter. The case targeted Barclay Mogere Onyambu, Magdalene Koki Muthoka, and The post Fresh Twist in Nairobi Hospital Case as DPP Moves to Withdraw Charges Against Directors appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Sakaja Warns Riverbank Residents to Move or Face Evictions
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has stood by his plan to restore the Nairobi River, declaring that the county will press on with clearing waterways and reclaiming riparian land, even in the face of pushback. Sakaja called on those living on riverbanks to move out voluntarily to make room for environmental cleanup and new infrastructure. “Even if it is a problem of 130 years, we shall address it. We must make tough decisions,” he stated. He also shared details about a new, modern market in Gikomba, which he said will support local businesses while lowering the risk of flooding. “We have The post Sakaja Warns Riverbank Residents to Move or Face Evictions appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Kenya’s Ksh3.9B AFCON 2027 Hosting Fee Still Pending as March 30 Deadline Nears
The government feels confident it can meet the Confederation of African Football (CAF) deadlines for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Kenya will co-host with Uganda and Tanzania. Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi admitted that the country hasn’t yet paid its primary hosting fee. Kenya must provide $30 million (around KSh 3.9 billion) by March 30, 2026. Mwangi clarified that the delay stems from budget protocols rather than a lack of money. He pointed out that the government follows a specific financial structure, and the current budget does not include these funds. “To address this, the State Department The post Kenya’s Ksh3.9B AFCON 2027 Hosting Fee Still Pending as March 30 Deadline Nears appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Safaricom Warns Market Shock if Court Halts Government Share Sale
Safaricom has called on the High Court to reject an application to freeze the government’s planned sale of its shares in the telco. The company argues that the transaction follows the law and remains under strict regulatory watch, making temporary court orders unnecessary. Represented by its legal team, the firm warned that pausing the sale now would rattle the market and damage investor confidence. Safaricom maintains that the situation is a commercial matter already being reviewed by the proper authorities. The company also pointed out that Parliament must still fulfill its constitutional role, as the National Assembly – currently on The post Safaricom Warns Market Shock if Court Halts Government Share Sale appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Kenya Power Planned Outage to Hit Nairobi, Kiambu, Mombasa and More
Residents across several parts of the country should prepare for planned electricity interruptions on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) announced a scheduled network maintenance exercise that will affect at least 50 areas. In a public notice shared on social media on Monday evening, the utility firm confirmed that most locations will face outages between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, though a few areas will see power return by 4:00 pm. KPLC explained that these maintenance works seek to improve service reliability and stabilize the national power grid. The company encourages customers to check the specific The post Kenya Power Planned Outage to Hit Nairobi, Kiambu, Mombasa and More appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Anabel Rose Reflects on Growing Up and Letting Go in “Imperfect Daughters”
We spend our lives chasing dreams and goals, not knowing the curveballs life will throw at us. How do you deal with it? Like many of us who find ourselves at such crossroads, Anabel Rose offers a moment of reflection in her new song. listen here https://untitled.stream/library/project/rXMae78uIll3Db9cgRCpl   Titled ‘Imperfect Daughters’, the ballad digs into the […]
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‘We’ve bolstered defences against war shocks’
Zvamaida Murwira Senior Reporter Government is implementing measures to shield Zimbabwe from global economic disruptions caused by war in the Middle East, while remaining open to complementary engagement as it… The post ‘We’ve bolstered defences against war shocks’ appeared first on herald.
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Land title to unlock US$16bn value
Rutendo Nyeve Victoria Falls Reporter  PRESIDENT Mnangagwa’s Land Tenure Implementation Committee has registered major progress in spearheading a transformative programme that is turning land from a dead asset into a… The post Land title to unlock US$16bn value appeared first on herald.
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Import substitution saves nation US$200m
Edgar Vhera Agriculture Specialist Writer ZIMBABWE’S push to grow more of its own food is yielding tangible results, with the country saving a combined US$200 million in maize imports over… The post Import substitution saves nation US$200m appeared first on herald.
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Caribbean nations back Zim UNSC bid
Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter ST KITTS and Nevis, Guyana and Jamaica have become the latest Caribbean nations to pledge their support for Zimbabwe’s bid for a non‑permanent seat on the… The post Caribbean nations back Zim UNSC bid appeared first on herald.
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Sadc urged to honour liberation heritage
Wallace Ruzvidzo and Richard Muponde SADC member States should demonstrate solidarity and honour the region’s liberation heritage and interconnected communities through meaningful and enduring cooperation, including the naming of heritage… The post Sadc urged to honour liberation heritage appeared first on herald.
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INFIDELITY ROW LEADS TRUCK DRIVER TO KILL HIMSELF, SON AT HIS BROTHER-IN-LAW’S HOUSE . . . He caught his wife pants down with his landlord . . . His wife then told him the child was not his son
Arron Nyamayaro A TRUCK driver drove from his base in South Africa to Chitungwiza to kill himself, and his four-month-old son, at his brother-in-law’s home. Tonderai Spacious Mukaro, 31, buried… The post INFIDELITY ROW LEADS TRUCK DRIVER TO KILL HIMSELF, SON AT HIS BROTHER-IN-LAW’S HOUSE . . . He caught his wife pants down with his landlord . . . His wife then told him the child was not his son appeared first on herald.
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