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@standard Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:00:00
Hard questions as billions to be spent on new police uniform
President William Ruto is expected to unveil the new uniform on Friday during the pass-out parade of 6,000 recruits at the National Police Training College in Kiganjo, Nyeri County.
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@kahawatungu Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:15:45
Uefa preparing criminal legal action against Infantino
Uefa is preparing criminal legal proceedings against Fifa president Gianni Infantino over the now scrapped plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup and its other competitions to private investors. Documents seen by BBC Sport show an application has been made by European footballs governing body requesting access to evidence and documents for use [...] The post Uefa preparing criminal legal action against Infantino appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:17:48
Dozens of US and Canadian citizens missing after flash flooding in Nepal
Dozens of Americans and Canadians are among hundreds of people who are missing following a deadly flash flood and mudslide near the Nepal-Tibet border, Nepali authorities say. More than 350 people are so far known to have died, according to the authorities. The US State Department said it was aware that Americans were impacted by [...] The post Dozens of US and Canadian citizens missing after flash flooding in Nepal appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:21:22
Dolly Parton's health struggle highlights a crisis facing millions of American caregivers
In October, Dolly Parton gave her fans a health update. In a video titled "I ain't dead yet!," the singer explained: "Back when my husband Carl was sick, that was a long time, and then he passed, I didn't take care of myself, so I let a lot of things go that I should have [...] The post Dolly Parton's health struggle highlights a crisis facing millions of American caregivers appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:23:36
IEBC hits back at Gachagua over claims of election technology tender
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has strongly dismissed allegations of corruption, political interference and voter suppression linked to preparations for the 2027 General Election, accusing Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua of spreading unsubstantiated claims. In a statement issued Thursday, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon said the commission had taken note [...] The post IEBC hits back at Gachagua over claims of election technology tender appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:25:56
KRA defends Sh3.2 million minimum yield for consolidated cargo amid planned protests
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has defended its decision to raise the minimum yield for containers carrying general consolidated cargo to Sh3.2 million, saying the measure is aimed at keeping customs valuation in line with prevailing economic and trading conditions. This comes amid planned protests on August 28 by cargo handlers and the importers. Traders [...] The post KRA defends Sh3.2 million minimum yield for consolidated cargo amid planned protests appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kna Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:12:33
EALA pushes unified seed laws to boost regional food security
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) is harmonising seed laws across the region to boost agricultural production, food security, and cross-border trade in quality planting materials. Speaking during a public hearing on the East African Community Seed and Plant Varieties Bill, 2025, EALA Member of Parliament and Chairperson, Agriculture, Tourism, and Natural Resources Committee, David Ole Sankok,...
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@kna Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:42:12
Land acquisition for SGR commences in Kericho County
The Government has commenced the land acquisition process for the 49.28 kilometers along the Kericho County section of the Naivasha-Kisumu Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). The process involves public engagements and pre-acquisition surveys getting underway to pave the way for the construction of railway stations and related infrastructure. Speaking during the National Government Development County Implementation...
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@kna Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:55:10
Belgut Marathon bring to light fresh talent
Their finishes may have fallen just short of victory, but Victor Kimutai and Mercy Chebet Byegon emerged among the standout performers at the just-concluded 2026 Belgut Marathon, underlining the growing pool of young athletic talent in Kericho County. Kimutai clocked a personal best of 14:05 to finish third in the men's 5 km race, while...
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@kna Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:06:51
Kagwe pushes tech-driven revolution in Kenya's meat sector
Kenya must move away from traditional livestock production methods and embrace high-value, technology-driven commercial meat processing to unlock the potential in the sector worth billions of shillings, Cabinet Secretary (CS) Mutahi Kagwe has said. Kagwe asserted that the livestock sector in Kenya has the potential to attract and create huge investments, thus generating numerous jobs...
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@kna Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:12:33
East Africa advances common seed laws to strengthen agriculture production
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) is harmonising seed laws across the region to boost agricultural production, food security, and cross-border trade in quality planting materials. Speaking during a public hearing on the East African Community Seed and Plant Varieties Bill, 2025, EALA Member of Parliament and Chairperson, Agriculture, Tourism, and Natural Resources Committee, David Ole Sankok,...
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@kenyans Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:04:13
Civil Servants Issue Fresh Demands as Govt Plans Salary Changes
The demands come hours after the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) said it was considering changing how civil servants' salaries are negotiated as part of the strategies to address the persistent workers' strikes.
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@kenyans Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:20:52
IEBC Targets Gachagua With Demands After Election Malpractice Claims
The move comes after Gachagua alleged possible malpractice by the commission, claiming that IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon was gifted a Ksh200 million house to influence the outcome of the 2027 General Election.
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@kahawatungu Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:28:26
Bill Gates, alarmed by AI, has policy ideas he wants to discuss with China's President
Bill Gates is looking to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping later this year, eager to propose global efforts to mitigate the growing risks posed by artificial intelligence. The Microsoft co-founder and billionaire philanthropist told Reuters in an interview that he believes China might agree to restricting potentially dangerous AI model releases if the U.S. [...] The post Bill Gates, alarmed by AI, has policy ideas he wants to discuss with Chinas President appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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