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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:52:28

Man found dead with injuries near Mumias Sugar Company water plant

Police in Kakamega County have launched investigations into the murder of a 32-year-old man whose body was found lying in a trench near a road at Mumias Sugar Company. The deceased was identified as Kassim Otengo and resident of Makunda in Matungu Sub-County. According to police, the body was discovered on Friday, October 16, 2026, [...] The post Man found dead with injuries near Mumias Sugar Company water plant appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kna Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:09:48

Embrace technology to nurture children's creativity," parents told

Parents have been urged to embrace digital learning to nurture talent and creativity among children and equip them with skills relevant to the changing technological environment. Principal Secretary in the State Department for Youth Affairs and the Creative Economy Fikirini Jacobs said digital platforms could help learners access creative learning materials and interact with peers...

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@kna Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:13:20

Hope for Fistula patients as Medical Camps at JOOTRH restore their dignity

A fistula is an abnormal, tunnel-like connection or passageway between two internal organs, or between an internal organ and the outside of the body. In Kenya, the United Nations Population Fund estimates that about 3,000 new cases occur annually (three or four in 1,000), with fewer than half of affected women accessing treatment. More than...

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@kna Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:19:30

KALRO to train urban farmers on indigenous vegetable production and solar drying.

The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has launched a new initiative to boost the production of African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) among urban farmers in Nairobi and its environs. The project, Establishment and Scaling-Out of Nutrition-Sensitive African Indigenous Vegetable Urban Farming Technologies, Innovations and Management Practices (TIMPs), is funded by the National Agricultural Value...

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@kenyans Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:26:07

Ministry Issues Update on New 612KM Highway After World Bank Meeting

The government plans to begin construction of the key road network before the end of the year, with funding expected from the World Bank, the national budget, and other development partners.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:02:19

KRA Intercepts 52 Refurbished Phones, Three Drones at JKIA

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) customs officers have intercepted 52 refurbished mobile phones and three drones at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) during passenger screening. In a statement, KRA said the interception was part of its efforts to enforce import regulations, protect government revenue and secure the countrys borders. "KRA remains committed to safeguarding government revenue, [...] The post KRA Intercepts 52 Refurbished Phones, Three Drones at JKIA appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:10:02

Kenya Met Lists Counties Expected to Receive Rain in Seven-Day Forecast

The Kenya Meteorological Department has listed counties expected to receive rainfall between October 16 and October 23, 2026, including Nairobi. In its weather forecast, the department said rainfall is expected in several parts of the country, although the distribution will vary across counties. Counties expected to receive rainfall include Kakamega, Vihiga, Busia, Bungoma, Kisumu, Kisii, [...] The post Kenya Met Lists Counties Expected to Receive Rain in Seven-Day Forecast appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:25:07

Trump denies limiting Ukraine access to Starlink network

US President Donald Trump has denied limiting Ukraines access to Starlinks sister internet network Starshield after it restricted drone speed, hampering Kyivs ability to protect itself from Russian attacks. It wasnt me and I dont think it was [Starlink owner] Elon [Musk], Trump said, hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said speed had yet to [...] The post Trump denies limiting Ukraine access to Starlink network appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:25:50

Trump waives several Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect

US President Donald Trump used his presidential authority to block numerous sanctions on Russia that were recently passed by the US Congress in an effort to punish the country for its war on Ukraine. In an executive order on Friday night, Trump said that it is in the US national interests to withhold some of [...] The post Trump waives several Russia sanctions as new US law takes effect appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:28:21

EACC, UNODC seek stronger cooperation in war against corruption

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have pledged to strengthen cooperation in combating corruption and transnational economic crime across Eastern Africa. The commitment followed a high-level bilateral meeting between EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud and UNODC Executive Director Dr. Monica Juma at the United [...] The post EACC, UNODC seek stronger cooperation in war against corruption appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:31:52

Actress Blair says she 'did not intend to harm anyone' in plane altercation

US actress Selma Blair has spoken out after being accused of assaulting multiple people on a flight travelling to New York. A publicist for the Legally Blonde star said she did not intend to harm anyone and there was much more to this story. Blair experienced a medical emergency on the flight and is still [...] The post Actress Blair says she did not intend to harm anyone in plane altercation appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:35:43

Former Sale Sharks lock Andrews dies at team hotel in La Rochelle

Former Sale second row Hyron Andrews has died at his Johannesburg Lions team hotel before their Champions Cup match at La Rochelle on Saturday. A statement from SA Rugby stated that his death had been an accident and that the 31-year-old had died after a fall. The public prosecutor in La Rochelle is investigating, with [...] The post Former Sale Sharks lock Andrews dies at team hotel in La Rochelle appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kahawatungu Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:37:37

Two men sentenced to life imprisonment over wildlife trophies in Malindi

Two men have been sentenced to life imprisonment after being convicted of possessing elephant tusks, leopard skin and cheetah skin without a permit in Malindi, Kilifi County. Nzai Kazungu Nzai and Nzai Ruwa Kapombe were convicted by Senior Principal Magistrate Joy Shiundu Wesonga for possessing endangered wildlife trophies without a permit or lawful exemption, contrary [...] The post Two men sentenced to life imprisonment over wildlife trophies in Malindi appeared first on Kahawatungu.

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@kna Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:55:38

Makueni schools adopt digital learning through new national programme

The Secretary of Administration in the State Department for ICT and Digital Economy, Jonam Kinama, has launched the National Class Experience programme in Makueni County to enhance digital learning in Junior Secondary Schools (JSS). Kinama launched the programme at ACK St. Luke Wote Township Comprehensive School in Makueni Subcounty on Thursday, saying it would improve...

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@kna Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:00:11

Rising living costs strain Kwale households

Residents of Kwale County are concerned about the rising cost of meeting basic household needs as Kenyans await the latest fuel-price review, with food, transport and other essential expenses putting pressure on household budgets. The concerns come amid rising national inflation, which the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) reported had reached 6.8 per cent...

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