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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:04:01
Uasin Gishu launches football tournament to nurture youth talent
Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has called for increased investment in grassroots sports, saying nurturing young talent is essential in combating drug and substance abuse among youth while creating opportunities for economic empowerment. Speaking on Saturday during the launch of the Governor Chelilim Mens Football Tournament at Naiberi Primary School grounds in Ainabkoi Sub-County, Bii...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:06:54
Koskei calls for shift to high-value crops to transform Mt Elgon economy
Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has challenged farmers in Mt. Elgon to abandon overreliance on traditional food crops and embrace high-value cash crops, saying the shift is key to unlocking the regions vast economic potential. Koskei said despite the regions fertile volcanic soils and favourable climate, many households continue to...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:25:49
Government urges Tana River communities to surrender illegal firearms
The government has renewed calls on feuding communities in Tana River County to voluntarily surrender all illegally held firearms before the expiry of an ongoing amnesty period and the commencement of a planned disarmament operation. The Ministry of Interior issued a 60-day amnesty period more than a month ago, giving residents in the conflict-prone county...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:51:14
Marsabit khat women traders receive Sh13.5 million business boost
Khat (miraa) women traders in Marsabit County have received a Sh13.5 million financial boost to expand their businesses and access affordable credit through a cooperative society. The funds were raised during a fundraiser presided over by Marsabit Governor Mohamud Ali at Marsabit Stadium, where he urged the beneficiaries to embrace financial discipline and use the...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:53:02
Government warns against rising defilement, goonism cases in Ndhiwa East
The government has issued a stern warning against increasing cases of defilement and goonism in Ndhiwa East, Homa Bay County, saying offenders will face the full force of the law. Speaking during a public baraza at Pala Koguta Trading Centre, Ndhiwa East Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Mohamed Akida said sexual offences against children must not...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:15:19
Marsabit leaders push for increased ID and voter registration
Marsabit County leaders have raised concern over low voter registration among residents despite ongoing government efforts to increase access to national identity cards (IDs), urging eligible citizens, especially the youth, to register and participate in democratic processes. Led by Governor Mohamud Ali, the leaders said the county has fallen short of its target of registering...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:17:21
Kipchoge Keino Stadium set to transform sports in Nandi
A new era is taking shape in Kapsabet town, Nandi County, where the construction of the Kipchoge Keino Stadium is steadily progressing into a landmark sports facility expected to transform athletics, football and community development in the region. The stadium, once a dream for local athletes who trained on rough murram surfaces, is set to...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:19:03
LSK Announces nationwide court boycott over judicial concerns
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has announced a nationwide boycott of court proceedings on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, citing concerns over judicial accountability, corruption, and alleged misconduct within the justice system. Speaking during an LSK meeting in Machakos, LSK President and Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama said the action is aimed at pushing for urgent...
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@kna Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:21:59
Machakos CAIPS nears completion to boost agro-industrial growth
Farmers in Machakos County are set to benefit from modern cold storage facilities, structured markets, and improved value addition once the County Aggregation and Industrial Park (CAIPS) at Machakos New Town is completed. The facility, which is currently 76.5 per cent complete, is expected to address long-standing post-harvest challenges that have resulted in farmers losing...
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