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Kisumu Traders Oppose Proposal to Raise Minimum Smoking Age to 21
A section of hospitality traders in Kisumu County has opposed a proposal to raise the minimum age for purchasing tobacco and nicotine products from 18 to 21 years, questioning the practicality and enforcement of the proposed measure. Speaking on the sidelines of a public participation exercise on the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill in Kisumu on [...] The post Kisumu Traders Oppose Proposal to Raise Minimum Smoking Age to 21 appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Harm Reduction Experts Call for Amendments to Tobacco Control Bill
Harm reduction experts have called for amendments to sections of the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, arguing that some of its provisions require refinement before the legislation is passed by the National Assembly. Speaking during a public participation exercise in Meru County on Friday, the experts said while the Bill seeks to strengthen tobacco control [...] The post Harm Reduction Experts Call for Amendments to Tobacco Control Bill appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 2 hours ago
Boy dies in suspected food poisoning incident in Kitui
A 13-year-old boy has died while five other family members fell ill in a suspected food poisoning incident in Mumoni, Kitui County. The deceased, a Grade 4 pupil at Kandiki Primary School, reportedly died at his home in Kasaa Village on Sunday, September 27, as members of his family developed severe illness. According to police, [...] The post Boy dies in suspected food poisoning incident in Kitui appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Woman arrested in Kilifi over prolonged fasting at Shakahola farmlands
Police in Kilifi County arrested a 31-year-old woman after she was found engaging in prolonged fasting at Shakahola farmlands in Malindi Sub-County. The woman, a resident of Thika, Kiambu County, was reportedly spotted by villagers fasting for three days at a location near River Galana. During questioning, she reportedly said she had undertaken the fasting [...] The post Woman arrested in Kilifi over prolonged fasting at Shakahola farmlands appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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SHA Gives Hospitals September 30 Deadline to Renew Contracts
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has issued a September 30, 2026 deadline to healthcare providers seeking to continue offering services to its beneficiaries. SHA said existing contracts with healthcare providers and facilities will expire on September 30, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. In a notice, SHA Chief Executive Officer Mercy Mwangangi urged providers wishing to continue [...] The post SHA Gives Hospitals September 30 Deadline to Renew Contracts appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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Cop seriously injured, rifle cut into two during arrest of suspect in Busia
A police officer is nursing serious head injuries after he was attacked with a machete during an operation to arrest a wanted suspect in Butula, Busia County. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, September 27, at Murumba, where officers from Bumala Police Station had been called to reinforce their colleagues from Murumba Police Post. Police [...] The post Cop seriously injured, rifle cut into two during arrest of suspect in Busia appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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KURA Extends Partial Closure of Eldoret Road in Nairobi
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has extended the partial closure of Eldoret Road in Nairobi to December 30, 2026, citing logistical and site-related challenges affecting ongoing construction works. The affected section was initially scheduled to remain closed from 6am on Monday, May 18, 2026, until 6pm on Friday, September 18, 2026. In a statement, [...] The post KURA Extends Partial Closure of Eldoret Road in Nairobi appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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KURA Announces Temporary Traffic Disruption Along Mlolongo-Kamulu Road
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has announced a temporary traffic disruption along the Mlolongo-Kamulu, also known as Quarry Road, starting Thursday, October 1, 2026. The disruption will remain in place until Tuesday, December 1, 2026, to allow a contractor to undertake essential construction works along the affected section. KURA said motorists using the road [...] The post KURA Announces Temporary Traffic Disruption Along Mlolongo-Kamulu Road appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 3 hours ago
How to Introduce Water to a Baby
Learning how to introduce water to a baby is an important part of transitioning to complementary feeding. For most babies, plain water can be introduced at around 6 months, when they begin eating solid foods. Before 6 months, healthy breastfed babies generally do not need additional water because breast milk provides the fluids they need. [...] The post How to Introduce Water to a Baby appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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How to Introduce New Dogs to Each Other
Learning how to introduce new dogs to each other is important when bringing a new dog into your home or helping unfamiliar dogs meet. A rushed introduction can create fear, tension, or conflict, while a gradual approach gives the dogs time to become comfortable with each other. The goal is to keep the first meetings [...] The post How to Introduce New Dogs to Each Other appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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How to Introduce Kittens to Each Other
Learning how to introduce kittens to each other can make the transition easier when bringing a new kitten into a home with another young cat. Although kittens may adjust more easily than adult cats, they still need time to become familiar with new smells, sounds, and behavior. A gradual introduction can reduce fear and tension [...] The post How to Introduce Kittens to Each Other appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 3 hours ago
How to Introduce Group Members in a Presentation
Learning how to introduce group members in a presentation can help create a professional and organised opening. Whether you are presenting at school, college, work, or a community event, introducing the members clearly allows the audience to know who is speaking and what each person will contribute. A good introduction should be brief, confident, and [...] The post How to Introduce Group Members in a Presentation appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 3 hours ago
How to Introduce a Girlfriend to Parents
Learning how to introduce a girlfriend to parents can feel exciting and stressful at the same time. Whether the relationship is new or serious, the first meeting can be an important moment for everyone involved. A thoughtful introduction helps your girlfriend feel comfortable while giving your parents an opportunity to get to know her naturally. [...] The post How to Introduce a Girlfriend to Parents appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 4 hours ago
Woman charged with stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across Ontario
Police in Ontario, Canada, have charged a woman with 65 offences including fraud and theft for allegedly stealing from patients and staff at several healthcare centres in the province. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) identified the suspect as Nassim Eronn, 34, from Burlington, a city 56km (34 miles) south of Toronto. The investigation was initiated following [...] The post Woman charged with stealing from patients and staff at hospitals across Ontario appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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@kahawatungu 4 hours ago
Two bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group
Rescuers recovered two bodies from the site of an avalanche that struck a climbing group camping in the Nepalese part of the Himalayas. Around a dozen people are still thought to be missing after a sheet of snow fell on the base camp of Himlung Himal peak on Manang district on Sunday morning. The group [...] The post Two bodies found after avalanche hits Himalayan climbing group appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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News media must stay relevant or 'society will struggle', says World News Day boss
More than 1,000 news providers around the world have signed up to support World News Day on Monday, which aims to promote the role of journalism at a time when organisers say the industry faces an existential threat. Participating media organisations, including the New York Times, Reuters and the Kyiv Independent, are sharing editorials, ads [...] The post News media must stay relevant or society will struggle, says World News Day boss appeared first on Kahawatungu.
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