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@kna Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:34:13
Senate Committee gives the greenlight for Thika city status upgrade
Thika Municipality is set to become Kenya's sixth city following approval by the Senate Devolution Committee, which has recommended forwarding the resolution to the President for the official signing of its Charter. Once the President grants this Charter under the Urban Areas and Cities Act, Thika will officially join Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret...
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@kna 7 hours ago
Kenya, UK launch regional programme to strengthen border security
Kenya and the United Kingdom have launched a regional programme aimed at strengthening airport border security, disrupting migrant smuggling networks, and enhancing cooperation among border management agencies in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia. The Regional Counter-Smuggling Programme (RCSP), implemented by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), with support from the United Kingdom Home Office Border Security...
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@kna 8 hours ago
KRA Customs posts record Sh988b revenue as trade volumes rise
The Kenya Revenue Authoritys (KRA) Customs and Border Control Department collected a record Sh988.78 billion in the 2025/26 financial year, surpassing its revenue target as stronger trade volumes, improved tax compliance, and digital reforms boosted collections. The department exceeded its target of Sh980.79 billion by posting a performance rate of 100.8 per cent, representing a...
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@kna 8 hours ago
Nairobi mega projects on track as security tightened- Commissioner
The government has expressed satisfaction with the progress of major infrastructure projects in Nairobi, saying they are on schedule and expected to be completed within their stipulated timelines, with some likely to be delivered ahead of schedule. Nairobi Regional Commissioner (RC), Rhoda Onyancha, made the remarks on Tuesday after leading the National Government Development-Regional/County Implementation...
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@kna 8 hours ago
Modern Sosiot ESP market nears completion
The Sosiot Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) Market that is set to provide modern trading space for 200 traders once complete has reached 89 per cent completion. The flagship National Government project in Belgut Sub-county, Kericho County will replace congested roadside trading spaces within Sosiot Town with a modern two-storey commercial complex offering organized business premises,...
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@kna 8 hours ago
Young technology professionals urged to leverage human-centered innovation
The government has called on young technology professionals to leverage human-centered innovation and personal integrity as Kenya positions itself to lead the digital and independent economy in East Africa in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). Speaking during the Moringa School Graduation Ceremony at the Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Dome, Jamhuri Grounds, in Nairobi,...
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@kna 8 hours ago
Electorate in Tinderet advocates issue-based politics
The citizenry has called on political players to focus on policies that would improve the lives of ordinary Kenyans rather than endless exchanges of insults, propaganda, and personal attacks. Residents of Tinderet Sub-county in Nandi County say they expect politicians to articulate practical solutions to the countrys economic and social challenges, instead of engaging in...
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@kna 9 hours ago
Residents urged to safeguard KISIP II development projects
Thousands of residents from eleven informal settlements in Kisumu County are set to benefit from major community development under the Sh1.3 billion projects implemented through the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP II). KISIP II targets to upgrade roads, markets, storm water drainage, solid waste management, and street lighting, enhancing access to basic infrastructure and...
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@kna 10 hours ago
Kenya elevated to Tier One in African Union Financing Framework
Kenya has secured a major boost to its standing within the African Union (AU) after being elevated to Tier One under the AU financing framework, placing the country among the continent's largest contributors to the Organization. The milestone, announced during the 49th Ordinary Session of the African Union Executive Council in Addis Ababa, is widely...
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@kna 9 hours ago
Turkwel Dam school bus accident claims one
One person died while seven others sustained serious injuries after two school buses carrying learners and teachers collided at Riting near Turkwel Dam along the Kitale-Lodwar Highway in West Pokot County. West Pokot County Commissioner David Saruni confirmed the fatality, saying more than 100 people were involved in the accident, including 81 students from Sirsiron Primary...
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@kna 9 hours ago
Kisumu Community Health Volunteers receive Sh1.6 million
More than 500 Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) in Kisumu County have received Sh1.6 million from Kisumu Senator Prof. Tom Ojienda to support their welfare and facilitate their work in delivering healthcare services at the grassroots. Prof. Ojienda noted that the volunteers have been working without a regular salary, and the support will motivate and enable...
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@kna 10 hours ago
Joho suspends Tata Chemicals Magadi mining operations over non-compliance
Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary (CS) Hassan Ali Joho has ordered the immediate suspension of all mining operations by Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited until the company fully complies with the Mining Act, its regulations, and all other applicable laws governing Kenya's mining sector. The CS in a statement to newsrooms indicates that...
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@kna 10 hours ago
Public demands clear election campaign finance framework
Voters from Machakos, Kitui, and Makueni counties on Monday urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to enact a campaign financing framework that is transparent, inclusive, and accountable ahead of the next General Election. The call was made during a public participation forum on the Election Campaign Financing Draft Regulations, 2026, held at the...
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@kna 11 hours ago
Govt partners with, Amref to tame maternal deaths
The government has renewed its commitment to ending preventable maternal and newborn deaths through strengthened partnerships, with Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announcing renewed collaboration with Amref Health Africa to improve access to quality maternal and child healthcare across Kenya. Speaking during consultations with an Amref Health Africa delegation led by Group Chief Executive Officer...
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@kna 12 hours ago
Wajir residents prioritise road infrastructure during citizen participation forum
Residents of Wajir County have identified the poor state of the roads in the region, terming it as their most pressing development challenge during public consultations conducted by the Presidential Exploratory Committee (PEC) in the county. The concern emerged during a public engagement forum held in Wajir Town on Tuesday, where residents, community leaders, and...
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@kna 12 hours ago
Kenya, UK urged to deepen sustainable health partnerships
Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has called for Kenya and the United Kingdom to deepen their health partnership by shifting towards sustainable, country-led collaborations that strengthen health systems and improve patient outcomes. Speaking during the Kenya–United Kingdom Health Alliance (KUKHA) 5th Anniversary Conference at King's College London, Dr. Oluga said the Alliance...
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