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Wednesday, Jun 19

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Kenya’s bid to host plastic secretariat hots up

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Kenya banned thin plastic carrier bags through a gazette notice on February 27, 2017.

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Ghanaians now require free electronic travel authorisation to visit Kenya

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As of June 19, 2024, Ghanaian travellers can now obtain an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to Kenya without any fees, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of Ghana.

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Kenya: Communication network empowers Sisters, promotes evangelization

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Catholic sisters in Kenya launch the Communication Network for Catholic Sisters (CNCS). The Director, Sr. Michelle Njeri OSF, reveals: "Our vision is to be a dynamic network of empowered catholic sisters, evangelizing through stories of…

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Kenya: NGOs Spent Sh197.9bn On Projects Last Financial Year

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Nairobi -- Non-Governmental Organisations spent a total of Sh197.9 billion on projects last financial year, according to a report details the sector's contribution to the economy.

Kenya among beneficiaries of FIVB Volleyball Foundation projects

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“We look forward to supporting more transformative initiatives like these through the Foundation to enhance their impact further,” said Graca.

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Kenya: WFP Welcomes U.S.$37 Million From U.S. Govt to Support Refugees in Kenya

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Nairobi -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a contribution of US$37 million from the United States Government to provide critical food and nutrition assistance to refugees in Kenya. This contribution will enable…

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#OccupyParliament begins in Kenya with police blocking access to parliament

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In what some would call poetic justice, a policeman injured his arm while throwing a tear gas canister into a nearby crowd.

Kenya: Anti-Finance Bill Protests Kick Off in Mombasa Despite Rains

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Nairobi -- Anti-Finance bill protests on Wednesday kicked off in Mombasa despite rains being experienced in the area.

Paystack extends Virtual Terminal to Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa

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Nigerian fintech company Paystack has launched its Virtual Terminal solution in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, nearly three years after introducing it in Nigeria.

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Kenya: Police Officer Loses Forearms After Teargas Canister Explodes in Anti-Finance Bill 2024 Protests

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Nairobi -- A police officer lost both his forearms Tuesday during the anti-Finance Bill when a teargas canister exploded on his hands.

Gachagua heaps praise on Ndindi Nyoro at Kenya Kwanza PG

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The rare move could throw the spanner in the works with regards to the Mount Kenya succession war.

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Kenya: AIU Slap Three Kenyan Athletes With Bans for Doping Offences

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Nairobi — The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has banned Kenya’s Nicholas Kosimbei for three years after testing positive for the prohibited substance trimetazidine. In a statement, the agency said the 2014 World Under 20 10,000m bronze…

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Kenya: Budget Cuts in Kenyan Health Sector Spark Outcry Amid Sickle Cell Crisis

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Nairobi -- Amid the growing demand for a stronger public health system in Kenya, the recent announcement of the Ministry of Health being allocated only Sh127 billion for the 2024-25 financial year has been met with widespread…

Kenya: MPs Finance Committee Adjusts Finance Bill 2024 to Secure Revenue Goals

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The National Assembly Finance Committee has confirmed that the adjustments to the Finance Bill 2024, expected to raise Sh320 billion in revenue, have not compromised budget financing.

Kenya: From Stones to Smartphones - How Gen Zs Are Transforming Protests in Kenya

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Nairobi -- Initially dismissed as apathetic to national concerns, Gen Z is now transforming the nature of protests in Kenya, vigorously advocating for their rights.

Kenya Sets Sights on Implementing Construction of its Multibillion Nuclear Power Plant as it Hosts the US-Africa Nuclear Summit

Kenya is expected to host the US-Africa Nuclear Summit as it sets sights on implementing the construction of its nuclear power plant. The summit, the ... Read more

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Kenya commits to UN tourism sustainability agenda

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Calls for enhanced collaboration and resource mobilisation.

Kenya’s coffee production to drop by 6.3% in 2024- experts

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Its attributed to stagnation in harvested area in the country.

Kenya making strides in adopting clean cooking but taxes a barrier

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LPG specialist Danahue says policies that eventually impact cost is a negative force in the mitigation process

Kenya face Zimbabwe in Eight-Goal-International on Friday

The 16-Goal-Kenyan ladies side is expected to take a flight to Lusaka to play the Zambia.