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@kahawatungu Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:51:03
Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health
President Donald Trump said a US Marine held in a Russian prison, whose health was reportedly in extremely poor condition, has been released. After my discussions with President Vladimir Putin, Russia has agreed to release him, very much on a Humanitarian Basis, Trump wrote on Truth Social, adding that no prisoner swap took place. In [...] The post Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:32:32
KEBS clears five Kenyan alcohol brands suspended by Rwanda
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) cleared five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands temporarily suspended by the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA), saying fresh laboratory tests have confirmed their compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. The Rwanda FDA announced the temporary suspension of selected alcoholic beverages on August 5, 2026, among them five [...] The post KEBS clears five Kenyan alcohol brands suspended by Rwanda appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:35:31
Ichung'wah accuses Gachagua of trying to extort Sh300 million from Chinese firm
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of attempting to extort Sh300 million from a Chinese construction company during his tenure in government. Ichung'wah alleged that Gachagua sought the money from China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) over alleged transgressions committed during the administration of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. [...] The post Ichung'wah accuses Gachagua of trying to extort Sh300 million from Chinese firm appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:40:46
Gatundu South MP Kagombe quits UDA over unfulfilled Ruto promises
Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has announced his decision to leave the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing President William Ruto's administration of failing to honour key campaign promises made to residents of the constituency. Kagombe, who was elected on a UDA ticket in the 2022 General Election, said he could no longer continue supporting a [...] The post Gatundu South MP Kagombe quits UDA over unfulfilled Ruto promises appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu Tue, 11 Aug 2026 20:46:01
Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president
Hungarys parliament has elected András Baka, 73, a respected judge and former head of the Supreme Court, as head of state. The Hungarian president is a largely figurehead role, but Bakas rule promises to be tempestuous. His task will be to monitor Prime Minister Péter Magyars efforts to dismantle the interlocking economic and political powerhouse [...] The post Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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kenyans.co.ke
@kenyans Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:02:21
Fresh Details Emerge on Why Ruto Skipped Crucial Suluhu, Raila Meeting in 2023
In 2023, Raila claimed that Samia Suluhu was frustrated after Ruto failed to turn up for the crucial meeting to bring a truce between the government and the opposition.
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@kna Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:38:52
Investment in farmers key to unlocking Africa's food potential
African governments and development partners have been urged to increase investment in agriculture and give farmers a stronger role in policy and investment decisions to unlock the continent's food production potential. The call was made today during a regional farmers workshop in Nairobi where the German development agency (GIZ) launched a four-year Farmers Organization Hub...
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@kna Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:43:51
County steps up El Niño preparedness measures
The County Government of Bomet has set up a multi-agency task force to help step up preparedness and expected emergency response ahead of El Niño rains predicted to begin in October. The Kenya Meteorological Department is forecasting 81 per cent likelihood of a strong El Nino in Kenya commencing in October this year through to...
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