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@standard Sat, 07 Mar 2026 02:00:00
Why Kenya's rains no longer follow the old calendar
Rains now arrive late, stop abruptly, or fall in sudden, intense storms that disappear as quickly as they came. Some seasons bring long dry spells. Others unleash floods.
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@standard 2 hours ago
Nurses call off 43-day strike after return-to-work deal
Kenyas nurses have called off their 43-day nationwide strike after the KNUNM and Midwives (KNUNM) and the Council of Governors agreed on a return-to-work formula.
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@standard 5 hours ago
Govt, Tata Chemicals strike deal to unlock Magadi mining standoff
The Government has agreed with executives of Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited to set up a joint technical committee to resolve compliance issues that led to the suspension of the companys operations.
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@standard 6 hours ago
Burundian schoolchildren face a forced return to classrooms they barely know
Burundian families stranded outside their Nairobi embassy say a forced return could disrupt their childrens education, particularly as learners face a different language and curriculum.
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@standard 10 hours ago
Foreigners choke: How Ruto's roadside directives risks Kenya becoming a Pariah state
President William Rutos current and past roadside directives has often attracted local and international rebuke with diplomatic observers and analysts
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@standard 17 hours ago
How Ruto's roadside directives risks Kenya becoming a Pariah state
President William Rutos current and past roadside directives has often attracted local and international rebuke with diplomatic observers and analysts
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@standard 21 hours ago
Sifuna hits back at Ruto over opposition agenda
Sifuna said the oppositions immediate plan was to restore meritocracy in government and remove Ruto from power.
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@standard 22 hours ago
Omtatah wants court to stop Affordable Housing payments to private firm
Omtatah wants the payments stopped until the true ownership, directorship, and control of Savola Investment Limited have been conclusively ascertained.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:50:31
Boda boda rider arrested over attempted abduction of university student
A middle-aged boda boda operator will be arraigned before the Kitui Law Courts on Wednesday over the attempted abduction of a third year university student.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:39:00
'No work, no pay,' Governor Badilisha tell striking nurses
Nyandarua Governor Kiarie Badilisha has ordered nurses participating in the ongoing nurses strike across the country to return to work.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 07:57:00
Eric Omondi, seven others freed on bond over Moi Avenue traffic obstruction
Comedian Eric Omondi and seven others have been freed by a Nairobi court after being charged with allegedly obstructing traffic along Moi Avenue in Nairobi on Monday.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:41:12
You have 90 days: State walks back snap order on foreign traders
Kenya gives foreign traders 90 days to comply with immigration rules, work permit requirements and valid licences amid uproar; Pres Ruto cautions against threats and intimidation of foreigners.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:49:21
Ex-Sports PS Kaberia, 12 others charged over Sh330.6m CHAN funds
Former Sports PS Peter Kaberia and 12 other accused persons have been charged over the alleged misappropriation of Sh330.6 million allocated for hosting the 2018 CHAN.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:44:03
East Africa Law Society warns Kenya against harassment of Burundian traders
The East Africa Law Society (EALS) has called on Kenya to stop subjecting Burundian nationals and other East African Community (EAC) citizens to harassment and detention.
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@standard Tue, 08 Sep 2026 02:12:11
Ruto signs law targeting officials who ignore audit findings
President Ruto signs into law Population and Development, Air Passenger Service Charge, Public Finance Management Amendment No. 4, and Trust Administration Bills.
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@standard Mon, 07 Sep 2026 22:30:00
Fear and flight: Foreign traders face uncertainty as Ruto directive triggers closures
Tensions are rising in Nairobi as foreign traders face harassment and business closures following a government directive, prompting calls for peaceful enforcement and protection from xenophobia.
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