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Kenya honored at World Health Assembly for eliminating sleeping sickness
Kenya received global recognition at the 79th World Health Assembly after successfully eliminating Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT), commonly known as sleeping sickness, marking a major milestone in the country's public health history. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale accepted the official certificate from the World Health Organization, which acknowledged Kenya's sustained efforts in eliminating the disease. [...] The post Kenya honored at World Health Assembly for eliminating sleeping sickness appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Kenya Airways Confirms 2-3 Hour Flight Delays at JKIA Amid Air Traffic Control Challenges
Kenya Airways has confirmed that passengers departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) are facing delays of between two and three hours amid ongoing air traffic control challenges. The national carrier said the disruption was affecting flight schedules and apologised to passengers for the inconvenience caused. In a notice to customers, Kenya Airways attributed the [...] The post Kenya Airways Confirms 2-3 Hour Flight Delays at JKIA Amid Air Traffic Control Challenges appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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NPS Clarifies Procurement of New Police Uniform, Says Bedi Investments Won Contract
The National Police Service (NPS) has clarified the procurement and manufacture of the new Kenya Police Service General Duty uniform, stating that Bedi Investments Limited was lawfully awarded the contract. The clarification follows recent media reports questioning the procurement and manufacture of the new police uniform and linking another company, Nalitex Limited, to the process. [...] The post NPS Clarifies Procurement of New Police Uniform, Says Bedi Investments Won Contract appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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KAA reports flight delays at major airports
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has reported delays affecting some departing flights at airports across the country, advising passengers to confirm their flight status with airlines. In a statement, KAA said it was working with aviation agencies, airlines and other stakeholders to manage the disruption and minimise its impact on travellers. "Kenya Airports Authority PLC [...] The post KAA reports flight delays at major airports appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Martinez is eighth Chelsea-Villa deal in four years
Chelsea have signed Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa for £7.5m the eighth deal between the two clubs in the past four years. The 33-year-old, who won the World Cup in 2022, has moved to Stamford Bridge on a three-year deal. Former Arsenal goalkeeper Martinez joined Villa in 2020 and made 256 appearances, helping the club win the [...] The post Martinez is eighth Chelsea-Villa deal in four years appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Everton call off Armstrong sale after fan backlash
Everton have called off a proposed deal to sell midfielder Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest following a backlash from the clubs supporters. Forest made a bid of £40m plus a potential sell-on clause for the England Under-19 international, who is regarded as one of the brightest prospects to emerge from Finch Farm in recent years. The news enraged Everton supporters, [...] The post Everton call off Armstrong sale after fan backlash appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Richarlison, Danso and Sarr ask to leave Spurs
Richarlison, Kevin Danso and Pape Matar Sarr have asked to leave Tottenham, head coach Roberto de Zerbi says. The trio have all been linked with moves away from Spurs and none were included in De Zerbis matchday squad as Tottenham lost 2-0 at home to Newcastle on Saturday. Asked about their status after the loss, De Zerbi [...] The post Richarlison, Danso and Sarr ask to leave Spurs appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Girl found dead behind family home in Nyamira
Police in Nyamira County are investigating the suspected murder of a 17-year-old girl whose naked body was found behind her family home in Borabu Sub-County. The girl identified as Margaret Ayieta was found lying dead in the compound at Kamkunji Village on Saturday afternoon by her mother, police said. The mother said she had left [...] The post Girl found dead behind family home in Nyamira appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Man shot dead on way to mosque near Kenya-Somalia border in Mandera
A middle-aged man was shot dead by unknown assailants while on his way to a mosque for morning prayers at Damasa Shopping Centre in Lafey Sub-County, Mandera County. The incident occurred at about 5.10am on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the trading centre located along the Kenya-Somalia border. The deceased, identified as Mohamud Mohamed Ali, [...] The post Man shot dead on way to mosque near Kenya-Somalia border in Mandera appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Goons torch vehicle in Linda Mwananchi convoy in Migori amid outcry from leaders
A Linda Mwananchi team was attacked in Migori on Saturday after tear gas was discharged in the middle of a rally. What followed was a running battle as the team condemned what it described as yet another attempt on their lives, insisting they would not back down. The incident came even after president William Ruto [...] The post Goons torch vehicle in Linda Mwananchi convoy in Migori amid outcry from leaders appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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MPs Push for Expansion of Digital Hubs to Create Jobs for Kenyan Youth
The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Communication, Information and Innovation has called for the timely completion and expansion of digital hubs across the country to create more employment, innovation and entrepreneurship opportunities for young people. The Committee, chaired by Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie, made the call on Saturday during an inspection tour of digital [...] The post MPs Push for Expansion of Digital Hubs to Create Jobs for Kenyan Youth appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Flights held at JKIA as KAA, KCAA staff begin go-slow
Flight operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) were Sunday disrupted by a go-slow involving staff of the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) and the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), resulting in significant delays. Several flights scheduled to depart as early as 8am remained on the ground several hours later, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded and [...] The post Flights held at JKIA as KAA, KCAA staff begin go-slow appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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They fell in love – then had to check they weren't brother and sister
For years, Arthur Kermalvezen, the child of a sperm donor, saw possible fathers everywhere he went. I imagined it might be my teacher, the people I saw on the bus and I was very angry because its impossible to live like this. When, as an adult, he fell in love with Audrey, another sperm donor [...] The post They fell in love then had to check they werent brother and sister appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Two more suspects including a cop arrested in Kampala over murder of Dr Mutiso
One of the wanted police officers over the murder of psychiatrist Dr. Victoria Nthunya Mutiso was Saturday arrested in Kampala, Uganda. His accomplice who is also wanted over the same is still hiding in Uganda, officials said. A specialised team investigating the assassination of Dr Mutiso, comprising detectives drawn from DCI Headquarters Crime Research and [...] The post Two more suspects including a cop arrested in Kampala over murder of Dr Mutiso appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Canada installs large Lake Ontario sign in latest jab at US
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has hit back at Donald Trump by installing a large sign on Canadas shoreline with the message: Lake Ontario. Now and Always. The US president signed an executive order on Thursday seeking to change its name to Lake America and has shared a series of AI-generated videos about the lake that [...] The post Canada installs large Lake Ontario sign in latest jab at US appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption
A former president of Ecuador has been sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of taking bribes. Lenín Moreno insisted he had not taken money from a Chinese firm which secured a contract to build a hydroelectric plant in the Latin American nation. The 73-year-old will serve his sentence under house arrest [...] The post Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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