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'Unprecedented' fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation's petrol supplies
A major fire has broken out at one of Australias two oil refineries, deepening fears over the nations petrol supplies amid a global fuel crunch. Emergency crews rushed to Vivas Corio oil refinery in Geelong, southwest of Melbourne, just before midnight on Wednesday, after reports of explosions and flames. The refinery produces 50% of Victorias [...] The post Unprecedented fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nations petrol supplies appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 4 hours ago
Murkomen Appoints Five Analysts Under Narcotic Drugs Control Law
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has appointed five analysts under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act. The appointments were made through a Gazette Notice dated September 4, 2026. Those appointed are Betsy Chelangat Kimeu, Peter Wambua Kimeu, Susan Mwake Mwatela, Everlyn Akinyi Onyango and Victor Wandera Opondo. The five will serve as analysts [...] The post Murkomen Appoints Five Analysts Under Narcotic Drugs Control Law appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 4 hours ago
Murkomen Forms Multi-Agency Team to Monitor Non-Profits at Risk of Terror Financing
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has established a multi-agency working group to address the risk of terrorism financing through non-profit organisations. The team, officially known as the Multi-Agency Coordination Working Group on Non-Profit Organisations at Risk of Terrorism Financing, was established through a Gazette Notice dated September 4, 2026. According to the [...] The post Murkomen Forms Multi-Agency Team to Monitor Non-Profits at Risk of Terror Financing appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 4 hours ago
Chief Justice Martha Koome Establishes Four New Magistrates' Courts
Chief Justice Martha Koome has established four new Magistrates' Courts in different parts of the country in a move aimed at expanding access to justice. The new courts are located in Kegonga, Emuhaya, Maara and Tarakwa. In a Gazette Notice dated September 4, 2026, Koome established the Kegonga Magistrates' Court within the supervisory jurisdiction of [...] The post Chief Justice Martha Koome Establishes Four New Magistrates' Courts appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 5 hours ago
Kenya Banks to Boost Financing for Green and Biodiversity Projects
Kenya's banking sector is set to take a bigger role in financing climate, biodiversity and other sustainable projects under a new five-year partnership aimed at turning more green businesses into investment-ready ventures. The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen sustainable finance, [...] The post Kenya Banks to Boost Financing for Green and Biodiversity Projects appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 5 hours ago
How to Avoid Child Malnutrition
Learning how to avoid child malnutrition is important because good nutrition supports healthy growth, brain development, immunity and overall wellbeing. Malnutrition can occur when a child does not receive enough energy, protein, vitamins and minerals, or when illness affects the bodys ability to use nutrients properly. The first two years of life are particularly important [...] The post How to Avoid Child Malnutrition appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 5 hours ago
How to Avoid High Blood Pressure
Learning how to avoid high blood pressure is important because hypertension can increase the risk of serious health problems, including heart disease, stroke and kidney disease. High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms, meaning a person may have it without knowing. Regular blood pressure checks, a healthy diet, physical activity and other healthy lifestyle [...] The post How to Avoid High Blood Pressure appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 5 hours ago
How to Avoid WhatsApp Hacking
Learning how to avoid WhatsApp hacking is important because your WhatsApp account can contain private conversations, photographs, documents, contacts and other personal information. Criminals may attempt to gain access through verification-code scams, fake links, malicious applications or social engineering. WhatsApp provides security features such as two-step verification and recommends keeping your account protected with additional [...] The post How to Avoid WhatsApp Hacking appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 5 hours ago
How to Avoid UTI During Pregnancy
Learning how to avoid UTI during pregnancy is important because pregnancy can increase the risk of urinary tract infections. A UTI occurs when bacteria enter and multiply in the urinary system. If an infection is not treated during pregnancy, it can spread to the kidneys and may lead to serious complications. Pregnant women should therefore [...] The post How to Avoid UTI During Pregnancy appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 5 hours ago
How to Avoid Itching After Shaving
Learning how to avoid itching after shaving can help keep your skin comfortable, smooth and healthy. Itching after shaving is often caused by skin irritation, razor burn, dryness or ingrown hairs. Shaving can also irritate hair follicles, particularly when the razor is dull, too much pressure is applied or hair is shaved against its natural [...] The post How to Avoid Itching After Shaving appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 7 hours ago
US Navy destroyer USS Ross arrives in Mombasa
By Magati Obebo The United States Navy's Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, USS Ross (DDG 71), has arrived at the Port of Mombasa for a scheduled visit, underscoring the longstanding security partnership between Kenya and the United States. The warship arrived in Mombasa on September 5, 2026, as the two countries continue to deepen cooperation on [...] The post US Navy destroyer USS Ross arrives in Mombasa appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 9 hours ago
PS Elijah Mwangi gives update on AFCON infrastructure preps
Kenya's preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations are in top gear, according to the Principal Secretary in the State Department for Sports, Elijah Mwangi. Kenya is preparing Raila Odinga International Stadium and Kasarani Stadium as match venues for next year's showpiece that will be co-hosted by CECAFA neighbors Uganda and Tanzania. PS Elijah [...] The post PS Elijah Mwangi gives update on AFCON infrastructure preps appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 11 hours ago
Worker dies after getting trapped in conveyor belt at Athi River plant
A 20-year-old worker died after he was trapped in a conveyor belt while working at a steam plant in Athi River, Machakos County. Timothy Oyindi Nyarige was involved in the workplace accident on Friday, September 4, 2026, at about 1pm at a facility operated by Golden Africa Limited. The company's security manager was alerted to [...] The post Worker dies after getting trapped in conveyor belt at Athi River plant appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 11 hours ago
Two children die in Isiolo house fire
Two children are feared to have died after a fire swept through a residential compound in Bulapesa, Isiolo County, destroying 17 timber rooms and a three-bedroom permanent house. The fire broke out at around 11am on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the home of a woman. Police said officers from Kulamawe Police Station, together with [...] The post Two children die in Isiolo house fire appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 11 hours ago
Intruder breaks into KCAA offices at JKIA, steals valuables from staff welfare office
Police have launched investigations after an unknown intruder broke into offices at the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) headquarters at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi. The incident occurred in the early hours of Friday, September 4, 2026, at about 12:50am, police said. Night guards securing the KCAA building heard the sound of shattering [...] The post Intruder breaks into KCAA offices at JKIA, steals valuables from staff welfare office appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 10 hours ago
Five killed in crash in Mau Summit area on Nakuru-Eldoret highway
At least five passengers were killed on the spot and four others injured after a matatu collided with a stalled truck along the Nakuru-Eldoret highway. The accident occurred early Saturday morning at about 4:50am at the Twin Bridge area and involved a Toyota Hiace matatu operated by Kapsowar Sacco and a Mercedes-Benz truck, according to [...] The post Five killed in crash in Mau Summit area on Nakuru-Eldoret highway appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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