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Watchman abducted, murdered in botched gold carbon theft at Migori leaching site
A night-time raid by suspected thieves at a gold leaching site in Migori County ended in the brutal murder of a security guard after the gang's alleged attempt to steal processed carbon was thwarted. The incident occurred on the night of June 25–26, 2026, at a gold leaching site in Hera Remo area, police said. [...] The post Watchman abducted, murdered in botched gold carbon theft at Migori leaching site appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Ronaldo says 'probably' in last year of career
Cristiano Ronaldo believes this year is probably his last as a professional footballer, the 41-year-old Portuguese superstar said in an interview with Vogue magazine published on Sunday. Ronaldo, who has established his place among footballs all-time greats with more than 950 goals for club and country, had previously spoken of retiring soon or within one [...] The post Ronaldo says probably in last year of career appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Zambia's Hichilema leads presidential vote count
Zambias President Hakainde Hichilema was well ahead in counting for national elections on Sunday with nearly half the constituencies declared, the electoral commission said. Hichilema had 54.82% or 1,056,812 of the declared votes, figures showed, putting him on track for re-election without a second-round runoff if he keeps the overall majority. His main challenger, Brian [...] The post Zambias Hichilema leads presidential vote count appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Bangladesh says PM will not visit India until Hasina is extradited
Bangladesh said on Sunday that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman would not visit India until New Delhi extradited Sheikh Hasina, the Bangladeshi former premier who fled during a 2024 uprising. The countries have had a strained relationship since deadly anti-government protests brought down Hasinas government and prompted her to escape to neighbouring India, where she remains. [...] The post Bangladesh says PM will not visit India until Hasina is extradited appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Mats Wieffer Siblings: Meet Rens and Bente Wieffer
Mats Henrik Berne Wieffer is a Dutch professional footballer born on 16 November 1999 in Borne, in the Twente region of the Netherlands. He primarily operates as a defensive midfielder or right-back and is known for his physical presence, tactical intelligence, ball-winning ability, and composure on the ball. Wieffer currently plays for Premier League club [...] The post Mats Wieffer Siblings: Meet Rens and Bente Wieffer appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Burnham exchanged messages with person posing as Trump's chief of staff
Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with a person posing as the chief of staff to US President Donald Trump. Downing Street has declined to comment on the security breach, first reported by Politico. Politico reported that officials said Burnham communicated with the person claiming to be Susie Wiles before becoming suspicious that the contact [...] The post Burnham exchanged messages with person posing as Trumps chief of staff appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Tijjani Reijnders Siblings: Meet Syane and Eliano Reijnders
Tijjani Martinus Jan Reijnders is a Dutch professional footballer born on 29 July 1998 in Zwolle, Netherlands. He plays as a central midfielder, known for his dynamic forward runs, ability to carry the ball from midfield, box-crashing tendencies, goalscoring threat, and physical presence at around 1.85 metres tall. Reijnders represents the Netherlands national team and, [...] The post Tijjani Reijnders Siblings: Meet Syane and Eliano Reijnders appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Jorrel Hato Siblings: Getting to Know Elgyn Hato
Jorrel Evan Hato is a Dutch professional footballer born on 7 March 2006 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. He plays primarily as a centre-back or left-back and currently features for Premier League club Chelsea as well as the Netherlands national team. He is known for his composure on the ball, defensive maturity, leadership qualities, and versatility. Hato [...] The post Jorrel Hato Siblings: Getting to Know Elgyn Hato appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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37 suspected gang members arrested in connection with Homa Bay chaos
The National Police Service (NPS) has arrested 37 suspected gang members in connection with the chaos witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday, August 16, 2026. In an update issued on Monday, August 17, the NPS said the suspects were arrested as investigations and operations continued following criminal incidents reported [...] The post 37 suspected gang members arrested in connection with Homa Bay chaos appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Trump envoy Kushner meets Netanyahu after Hamas talks on peace plan
A meeting between Donald Trumps Middle East envoy Jared Kushner and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ended, the premiers spokesperson has told the BBC. Kushner arrived in Israel on Sunday night after holding rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the US-backed Gaza peace plan. Last week, Israel rejected Trumps 15-point plan [...] The post Trump envoy Kushner meets Netanyahu after Hamas talks on peace plan appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Donya defends Ruto as she courts Bonchari voters with empowerment drive
Kisii County's Bonchari parliamentary aspirant Donya Toto has mounted a spirited defence of President William Ruto, urging residents to support his administration as she stepped up her grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Donya made the remarks on Monday during an empowerment forum in Bonchari that brought together women leaders, political figures and [...] The post Donya defends Ruto as she courts Bonchari voters with empowerment drive appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Media Council sounds alarm over 'dangerous' wave of attacks on journalists
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has raised alarm over a growing wave of attacks against journalists covering political activities across the country, warning that the violence threatens press freedom and Kenya's democracy ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement issued late Monday, the Council called on the Office of the Director of [...] The post Media Council sounds alarm over 'dangerous' wave of attacks on journalists appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Activist demands security recruitment audit, alleges nepotism in KDF intake
Political activist and Borabu parliamentary aspirant Morara Kebaso has called for a comprehensive audit of recruitment into Kenya's security services, alleging nepotism and regional imbalances in the allocation of opportunities. Kebaso said the recent passing-out parade of Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruits had raised questions about fairness and transparency in the recruitment process, citing what [...] The post Activist demands security recruitment audit, alleges nepotism in KDF intake appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Police officer killed in Homa Bay rally violence identified
The police officer attached to security operations during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay and who died after he was struck on the head by a stone thrown by a demonstrator has been identified. Police identified the deceased as Police Constable and driver Jimrichardson Onkundi. He was among two people killed in the chaos [...] The post Police officer killed in Homa Bay rally violence identified appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 7 hours ago
Chaos, dust and development: Homa Bay's battle to shake off decades of marginalisation
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga says the dusty, potholed roads in parts of her county are not a mark of shame but a painful reminder of decades of marginalisation and a testament to the resilience of its people. Ms Wanga said the poor condition of roads should not be reduced to political ridicule, arguing that [...] The post Chaos, dust and development: Homa Bay's battle to shake off decades of marginalisation appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 9 hours ago
Matiang'i: President Ruto 'had knowledge' of Homa Bay violence
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i Monday accused President William Ruto and his administration of using violence as a political tool. He said Ruto was aware of plans to mobilise goons ahead of a political rally in Homa Bay. State House has not commented on the claims and Ruto had flown to Dubai for a [...] The post Matiangi: President Ruto 'had knowledge' of Homa Bay violence appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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