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[PHOTOS] Jubilation as Kalonzo son weds in Maanzoni

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Azimio leaders led by Raila Odinga graced the ceremony as Kelvin Muasya wed Sharon Nthoki.

Kajiado, Uasin Gishu set for planned power cuts Sunday

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Ngong and Kibiko to be affected in Kajiado as well as Kapsoya in Uasin Gishu.

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IEBC: Reports of non-existent polling stations misleading

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The agency said the gazetted 46,229 polling stations used in 2022 polls is public information.

Ghana, Nigeria and the quest for UK looted treasure

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Nigeria has had some success in its campaign for the return of the bronzes.

Switzerland's Nemo wins Eurovision as UK comes 18th

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Nemo becomes the first non-binary artist to win Eurovision with their song The Code.

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Stop commenting on other people’s children

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Recurring remarks from know-it-all can push you to the limit

06

Four possible weddings and a funeral

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Foes become friends as floods bring people together in Jiji Ndogo

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AJUOK: Culture, funerals and their place in Kenyan politics

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Death has a way of bringing to life conversations of culture, wrapped in political garb.

GHAI: Flooding menace: Where does the buck stop?

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The human rights of perhaps millions have been affected. But there is no effective remedy.

SIRAJ: Inhumane demolitions not solution to flooding crises

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Focus should be on protecting and supporting the city's most vulnerable residents.

High stakes in CS Linturi impeachment

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If removed, he would join the shortlist of state and public officers who have faced the guillotine.

Of Air Force crashes and speculations of foul play

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The opposition has a history of doubting the government line

Saturday, May 11

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Karan peerless on Day One of Pearl of Africa Rally in Uganda

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Karan led the opening day from the first to the closing stage, winning all the six-speed tests at stake.

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Israel orders more evacuations as Rafah fighting intensifies

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Parts of Rafah where the streets were packed with locals and displaced people just days ago, now look like a ghost town.

Telcos, banks targetted as state plans to raise Sh2.9tr

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It has proposed a 20 per cent excise duty on mobile and bank transactions in the Finance Bill, 2024.

UNICEF, MoH donates home items to Mathare flood victims

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They provided them with safe water, health promotion services, cash transfers and dignity kits among others

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Mudavadi: Let's respect independence of institutions

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"We have to maintain the independence of institutions for them to be fair and just."

Official: Plans are ongoing to relocate IDPs from schools

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North Eastern regional commissioner said they have identified alternative camps

How to stop cravings for unhealthy foods & sugar

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Plays a major role in weight gain, food addication and binge eating

Vehicle owners to pay Sh100,000 in new tax proposals

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In the proposals contained in the Finance Bill 2024, the minimum amount payable is 5,000.

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Most parts of Kenya to experience sunny intervals –Met

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Met said there will be a significant reduction in rainfall likely across various regions.

Orengo tells Kenya Kwanza to uphold multi-party democracy

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The county boss stressed the need for a thorough and clear examination of any legislation

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Tems teases influencers with debut album taster

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Tems enthusiasts can expect to hear a very dynamic album when it drops in June.

Kuria: Conserve Koguta Forest as you embrace tree planting

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Kuria urged the community in Nyakach to take environmental matters seriously

Raila meets KMPDU days after doctors called off strike

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In a statement on Saturday on his X account, Raila said the KMPDU officials paid him a courtesy call.

Man freed five days after South Africa building collapse

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The partially built apartment block collapsed on Monday, killing at least 14 people.

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Salasya: I want to marry banker or teacher, they're busy

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The MP said a busy woman would not follow him to Nairobi or text unnecessarily.

I lacked campaign money but used social media – Salasya

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Peter Salasya recounted his journey and struggles in his bid to become Mumias East MP

How Kendrick Lamar and Drake changed rap beefs forever

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The two men's diss tracks have produced countless Reddit forums and media think-pieces.

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Hundreds flee Ukraine border area after Russia attack

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Heavy fighting has continued in the border area following Russia's surprise incursions on Friday.