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Saturday, Aug 24

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Bird species are disappearing at an alarming rate in Kenya, study finds

phys.org

Sub-Saharan Africa has a vast amount of uncultivated, arable land—about 2 million km2, accounting for about 50% of the global total. This land is a critical habitat for many animal species, including birds.

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Bien… harmonies from Kenya

guardian.ng

The weather is the coolest I have ever seen in Lagos, he says. It’s another regular day in Nigeria’s commercial hub for Bien-Aimé Baraza, Grammy-winning Kenyan bard and one-third of the celebrated boy band sensation Sauti Sol. As he muses…

Kenya's Username crowned at continental real estate summit

www.the-star.co.ke

The firm was recognized for its contribution to easing two million housing deficit in the country

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Gachagua's Diary: DP fires warning, affirms grip on Mt Kenya

www.the-star.co.ke

The DP told his rivals in the region that they risk falling by the wayside in 2027

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Kenya: Govt to Implement Police Salary Hikes in 3 Phases - Interior Ministry

allafrica.com

Nairobi -- The government will implement the 40 percent salary increment for uniformed officers, recommended by the reform task force led by former Chief Justice David Maraga, in three phases.

Kenya: MOH Confirms Second Mpox Case, Clears Contacts to First Case

allafrica.com

Nairobi -- The Ministry of Health has reported the second case of the Mpox disease at the Malaba One Stop Border Post-Busia County.

Kenya's hockey boys inch closer to recapturing East African crown

St Anthonys, Musingu face off in a repeat of national hockey final.

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Kenya: 10,000 Appeals Lodged As Students Contest New Funding Model

allafrica.com

Nearly 10,000 aggrieved students have so far registered appeals through the Higher Education Financing (HEF) portal contesting the new university funding model.

Kenya on high alert after second case of Mpox

www.the-star.co.ke

The trucker had travelled to Congo, to an area currently battling the deadly Clade 1B strain

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Electric Motorcycle Sales Were Close to 4% of All Motorcycles Sold in Kenya in 2023

cleantechnica.com

There are over 2 million internal combustion engine motorcycles in Kenya. Motorcycles are mainly used as public transport vehicles in Kenya. These motorcycle taxis are popularly known as boda bodas. The motorcycle taxi industry is a vital…

Friday, Aug 23

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We'll bring back Chinese technology to build Kenya, say students

www.the-star.co.ke

This year’s Chinese scholarships have been awarded at various levels of studies

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Quickmart eyeing a piece of Kenya's multibillion e commerce space

www.the-star.co.ke

The retailer is looking to serve an estimated 1 million customers monthly through the platform.

OPPO Reno12 & Reno12 F price & availability in Kenya

techmoran.com

OPPO has finally launched its two new AI Phones – Reno12 and Reno12 F – with a suite of breakthrough GenAI features covering a range of everyday uses. Both Reno12 and Reno12 F 5G feature a Futuristic Fluid Design and High-Strength Alloy…

Neeraj Chopra Reveals How Kenya’s Julius Yego’s ‘Stay Relaxed’ Advice Helped Him Pull Off His Season’s Best Effort at Lausanne Diamond League 2024

www.latestly.com

The 26-year-old was at the fourth spot at the end of the fourth round before managing a throw of 85.58m in his fifth attempt that kept him inside the top three. His final attempt of 89.49m on Thursday helped him finish second behind…

Kenya police offers $1,500 reward for escaped serial killer

www.africanews.com

Jumaisi, who has been dubbed a "vampire" by authorities, is accused of murdering and dismembering 42 women over a two-year period. He broke out of a police station in an upscale area of the capital, alongside 12 Eritreans.

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Kenya: Dig Lagat's Surprise Inspections Push Station Commanders to Prioritize Cleanliness

allafrica.com

Nairobi -- Your police station could be next. This is the anxious feeling that has prompted many station commanders across the country to step up efforts to improve the environment within their workplaces.

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Bird species are disappearing at an alarming rate in Kenya

www.the-star.co.ke

Land use changes have several adverse effects on bird habitats and species richness.

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Kenya confirms second case of Mpox

www.the-star.co.ke

Health CS Barasa said the patient has been isolated and is under active management in Busia County.