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@kna Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:43:05
Science must inform Africa's development decisions, leaders urge at first Science summit Nairobi
Africa must move beyond generating scientific knowledge to ensuring that research and evidence directly inform development decisions, public policy and investment. This was the central message at the first Science Summit Nairobi, where scientists, policymakers and development partners called for greater investment in research and stronger integration of scientific evidence into Africa's development agenda. The...
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@kna 1 hours ago
Government to partner with traditional institutions to promote peace, PS
The Government welcomes partnership with traditional institutions across the country to promote peace, unity and prosperity. Speaking during the Fourth Coronation Anniversary of the King of the Iteso people and Supreme Leader of the Iteso Cultural Union (ICU), His Royal Highness Papa Emorimor Sande Emolot III, in Malaba on Saturday, Principal Secretary (PS State Department...
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@kna 1 hours ago
Kenya engaging Saudi Arabia on travel restriction over Ebola
The Ministry of Health has criticized measures taken by Saudi Arabia in response to Kenya's Ebola outbreak, describing them as excessive and unsupported by the country's current epidemiological situation. In a statement, signed by the Health Cabinet Secretary (CS), Aden Duale, Kenya had contained the outbreak within a single cluster linked to an imported index...
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@kna 1 hours ago
Transforming Africa's water systems essential to achieving food security, CS
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS), Mutahi Kagwe, has called for increased investment in irrigation, water conservation and climate-smart agriculture to strengthen food security and reduce Africa's dependence on rain-fed farming. Kagwe highlighted that inadequate irrigation infrastructure, water scarcity and climate change continued to undermine agricultural productivity, particularly in arid and semi-arid areas, requiring governments to adopt...
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@kna 2 hours ago
Zamzam drums-up support for Ruto, takes swipe at opposition
Mombasa Woman Representative, Zamzam Mohamed, has intensified her campaign for President William Ruto's re-election, assuring supporters that the relationship between UDA and the ODM remains cordial despite claims of growing political differences. The ODM Legislator took a swipe at opposition leaders, accusing them of opposing development projects for political expediency at the expense of thousands...
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@kna 2 hours ago
A Murang'a lobby group support bright but needy students
Bright but financially disadvantaged children from rural families in Gitugi, Mathioya, are set to benefit from increased community support, following an initiative by local professionals to raise funds for their education. The Gitugi Development Initiative (GDI) is rallying residents, professionals and other stakeholders to support academically gifted learners whose families cannot afford school fees, in...
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@kna 3 hours ago
Nandi eyes economic revival as Sh24bn dam project takes shape
The Sh24 billion Keben Dam project in Nandi County, is expected to create about 3,000 jobs during construction, supply 24 million litres of treated water daily and open-up new economic opportunities in agriculture, housing and small businesses. The multi-billion-shilling investment, which includes a 100-metre-high embarkment, a water treatment plant and an 82-kilometre transmission and distribution...
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@kna 2 hours ago
PS Mukhwana calls for increased maize production to avert import
The country's milling industry faces growing pressure from rising demand for maize, with the government calling for enhanced local production, to reduce reliance on imports from neighbouring countries. Principal Secretary (PS) for the State Department of Industry, Dr Juma Mukhwana, said the country must invest in expanding maize production to ensure adequate supplies of the...
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@kna 4 hours ago
Mombasa residents embrace proactive effort to minimize El Niño impact
Residents of flood-prone informal settlements in Mombasa are stepping-up community-led efforts to avert flooding and protect their homes and livelihoods, as the El Niño rains approaches, amid fears of displacement and disease outbreaks. The residents, working with community-based organizations, are clearing blocked drainage systems, unclogging waterways and removing garbage that obstructs the flow of storm...
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@kna 4 hours ago
Exercise responsible use of social media spaces, youth urged
As the country prepares for the high-stake 2027 General Election the political conversation is already taking shape across social media, where a comment, meme, video or reshare, can reach thousands of people within minutes. Media experts and civil society organizations in the coastal city of Mombasa, have already intensified calls for the responsible use of...
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@kna 21 hours ago
Government moves to stem over Sh11B yearly water losses
The water sector in Kenya loses over Sh11 billion annually through physical leaks or spillage, illegal connections, faulty or unmetered connections, and billing inefficiencies, Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Eng. Eric Muriithi Mugaa has revealed. CS Mugaa said about 242 million cubic metres out of 504 million cubic metres of total water...
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@kna 22 hours ago
Government moves to stem over Sh11B yearly water losses
The water sector in Kenya loses over Sh11 billion annually through physical leaks or spillage, illegal connections, faulty or unmetered connections, and billing inefficiencies, Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Eng. Eric Muriithi Mugaa has revealed. CS Mugaa said about 242 million cubic metres out of 504 million cubic metres of total water...
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@kna 23 hours ago
Polish envoy toasts to strong ties with Uasin Gishu at colorful gala dinner
A high-level Polish business and government delegation has capped a successful multi-day tour of Uasin Gishu County with a vibrant gala dinner hosted by the County Government, signaling growing interest in long-term investment partnerships. The event, held under the leadership of Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii Chelilim, brought together county officials, local business leaders and members...
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@kna 23 hours ago
Absa Marks 100 years in Eldoret with Week-long Customer and Community Celebrations
Absa Bank Kenya is commemorating 100 years of successful operations in Eldoret with a week-long series of customer, colleague, and community engagements across Uasin Gishu County, celebrating a century of partnership, growth, and contribution to the regions economic development. The celebrations bring together customers, colleagues, community leaders, and other stakeholders through a diverse list of...
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@kna 23 hours ago
Seven Administration Police Officers Promoted in Laikipia East
Some seven Administration Police officers in Laikipia East Sub-County have been promoted to various ranks in recognition of their service and commitment to duty. The promotions saw officers rise from the ranks of Administration Police Constable (APC) to Inspectors (IP), with others elevated to Senior Sergeant, Sergeant and Corporal. Among those promoted was Sergeant Cecilia...
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@kna 23 hours ago
Airtel Africa posts 28 percent revenue surge as half-year profit jumps to $452 million
Airtel Africa Plc has reported a strong financial performance for the half year ended 30 September 2026, with revenue increasing by 28.2 percent to US$3.82 billion, driven by sustained growth in data and mobile money services across its 14 African markets. In constant currency, revenue grew by 20.8 percent, reflecting continued demand for mobile connectivity...
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