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@kna Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:07:37
AGOA extension gives Kenyan exporters a two-year trade lifeline
Kenyan exporters have received a major boost after the United States extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) to December 31, 2028, preserving duty-free access to the US market for eligible sub-Saharan African products. The extension, signed into law by US President Donald Trump, also retains the third-country fabric provision, providing renewed certainty for...
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@kna 2 hours ago
President Ruto assents to the Kenya National Council for Population and Development Act
President William Ruto has assented to the Kenya National Council for Population and Development Bill, 2023 (National Assembly Bill No. 72 of 2023), officially establishing the Kenya National Council for Population and Development (KNCPD) through an Act of Parliament. The enactment aligns Kenya with regional and international best practices, where population coordinating institutions are established...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Chuka University welcomes freshers in colorful matriculation ceremony
Chuka University officially ushered in its new cohort of First Year students in a colourful matriculation ceremony held at the Universitys main pavilion. Over 9,000 students drawn from across the country were formally admitted to the university after taking the matriculation oath, signifying their full acceptance as members of the university community. The ceremony was...
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@kna 4 hours ago
Isiolo elders quell tensions over livestock theft
Community elders from the Ndorobo and Turkana communities have stepped in to defuse mounting tensions in Burat Ward, Isiolo County, following four days of conflict linked to livestock theft. The elders' priority is to recover the livestock and prevent further conflicts and provide an opportunity to stop theft and retaliation through peaceful dialoguing and reconciliation....
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@kna 4 hours ago
County screens cohort for admission to Moiben Rehabilitation Centre
The County Government of Uasin Gishu, through the Directorate of Alcoholic Drinks Control Board (ADCB), has begun screening and assessing individuals set to join the County's Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre in Moiben. The exercise, held on Monday, brought together prospective clients from the six sub-counties of Uasin Gishu ahead of their admission to the facility...
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@kna 4 hours ago
Ting'ang'a model primary school set for an upgrade
Kiambu Town National Government Constituencies Development Funding (NG-CDF) is funding construction of a modern two-storey block comprising six additional classrooms at Ting'ang'a Model Primary School which is near completion. According to Kiambu Town Member of Parliament, Machua Waithaka, the new classrooms are expected to address congestion while providing learners with more spacious facilities for their studies....
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@kna 4 hours ago
Kericho ODM leaders push for greater inclusion in broad-based government
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders in Kericho have backed President William Samoei Ruto's development agenda, expressing their readiness to welcome him to work with his administration in the spirit of broad-based government arrangement. Kericho County ODM Chair Ann Chepkwony told KNA that the party appreciates national government projects, including affordable housing, modern markets, stadiums, the...
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@kna 5 hours ago
Bishop Ruto condemns intimidation and abduction of Journalists
Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Diocese of Eldoret Bishop Dr. Christopher Ruto has urged political leaders to desist from rhetoric and actions that create fear and intimidation among Kenyans ahead of the 2027 General Election. Bishop Ruto particularly condemned the reported abduction of a senior journalist from The Standard, saying such incidents undermine democracy and threaten...
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@kna 5 hours ago
St. Joseph Starlets edge Brighter Queens to division one
St. Joseph starlets continued with their winning streak this weekend after beating Brighter Queens of Nyeri 2-1 in the finals to qualify to play in the Division 1 in a match played at Don Bosco Grounds. St. Joseph Starlets qualified for the playoffs after winning the Murang'a FKF County league. They then proceeded and won...
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@kna 5 hours ago
County Government banks on climate-smart technologies for food security
The County Government of Nakuru has crafted policies to strengthen public-private partnerships aimed at increasing uptake of climate-smart innovations and technologies by small holder farmers to help them reduce production costs and boost their incomes. The devolved unit's administration has affirmed that it has also stepped-up efforts to promote climate-smart livestock production by sensitizing Sub-County...
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@kna 5 hours ago
Acute milk shortage hits Kisumu
An acute milk shortage has hit Kisumu city, leaving consumers struggling to find the commodity that is part of the staple diet of many Kenyans. A spot-check by Kenya News Agency (KNA) in leading supermarkets and shops in many parts of the city reveals many empty shelves, while those with the commodity have hiked prices due...
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@kna 7 hours ago
West Pokot medics call off strike
Clinical officers in West Pokot County are set to resume duty within 24 hours after the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) called off a 48-day industrial strike following an agreement with the county government. The strike officially ended after KUCO National Secretary General, George Gibore and representatives of the West Pokot County Government signed...
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@kna 7 hours ago
Africa urged to promote investments to attract capital
African governments have been urged to strengthen public investment management to unlock greater value from State-owned assets, to attract private capital and boost the continent's capacity to finance its own development. Principal Secretary for Public Investments and Assets Management, Cyrell Wagunda, said Africa must improve the quality of public investments while creating an environment capable...
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@kna 7 hours ago
Kenya and Uganda push for increased maize and agricultural trade
Kenya has signaled readiness for increased maize trade with Uganda as the two countries push for greater agricultural trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The arrangement, further, seeks to maintain expanded cross-border trade coupled with food safety and greater investment in agriculture. Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS), Mutahi Kagwe said Uganda is well...
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@kna 7 hours ago
Sh. 600 million Mjanaheri-Ngomeni road halfway complete
The construction of the 12-kilometer Mjanaheri-Ngomeni link road in Magarini Sub-County has reached 50 per cent completion The development comes barely three months after President William Ruto commissioned the project, raising hopes of improved transport and economic activity in the area. The Sh600 million road project is being implemented by the Coast Development Authority (CDA)...
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@kna Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:08:17
Cooperatives challenged to rethink business models amid rapid change
The Institute of Directors Kenya (IODK) has challenged cooperative societies in the country to embrace emerging technologies, strengthen corporate governance and continuously acquire new skills to remain competitive amid rapid changes in the business environment. IODK Chief Executive Officer Prof. Charles Mayaka underscored that cooperative societies boards could no longer rely on traditional approaches to...
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