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Exam frustrations, event fee and peer pressure: What sparked Utumishi Academy fire

Seven students linked to the tragic inferno at Utumishi Girls Academy have told investigators they deliberately set fire to their dormitory out of deep frustration with school policies and influences…

Seven students linked to the tragic inferno at Utumishi Girls Academy have told investigators they deliberately set fire to their dormitory out of deep frustration with school policies and influences…

Education, National News .

Sossion calls for suspensions and expulsions of students from schools to curb unrest

Former KNUT Secretary-General Wilson Sossion has called for the reintroduction of student suspensions and expulsions, arguing that school administrators need stronger disciplinary measures to address rising cases of unrest and… Sossion calls for suspensions and expulsions of students from schools to curb unrest

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“Don’t seek presidency too early” – Wetang’ula warns first-term MPs
Politics .
“Don’t seek presidency too early” – Wetang’ula warns first-term MPs

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has cautioned first-term Members of Parliament (MPs) against pursuing presidential ambitions too early, warning that such moves could hurt their political careers. Speaking during a fundraising event at Chekalini Comprehensive School in support of PAG churches in Lugari Constituency on Sunday, May 31, Wetang’ula noted…

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Financial Education Key to Borrower Success, Says Oya Micro Credit
Business .
Financial Education Key to Borrower Success, Says Oya Micro Credit

As Kenya’s financial services sector continues to expand and more individuals and businesses seek access to credit, financial literacy is increasingly being recognised as a critical factor in promoting responsible…

PS Isaboke calls for tech adoption to enhance security in schools following deadly Utumishi Academy fire
TECHNOLOGY .

State Department for Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke has underscored the importance of…

KTB and EatOut Africa partner to position Kenya as a leading culinary tourism destination
Business .

Nairobi, Thursday 26th May 2026: Kenya is set to strengthen its position as Africa’s leading…

MCAK backs proposed 5% presumptive tax on mitumba imports
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The Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya (MCAK) has announced its support for the proposed tax…

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Senegal’s ruling alliance has split: will political turmoil follow?
WORLD .
Senegal’s ruling alliance has split: will political turmoil follow?

Power struggles often play out in Senegal’s political arena, both within a party and between rival parties. To summarise British…

Trump administration plans to send Americans exposed to Ebola to Kenya
HEALTH, WORLD .
Trump administration plans to send Americans exposed to Ebola to Kenya

The Trump administration is making plans to send American citizens who have been exposed to the Ebola virus to Kenya…

US sanctions senior Tanzanian Police Officer over alleged abuse of Boniface Mwangi
News, TANZANIA .
US sanctions senior Tanzanian Police Officer over alleged abuse of Boniface Mwangi

The United States government has sanctioned Faustine Jackson Mafwele, Tanzania’s Police Force Senior Assistant Commissioner over the alleged detention, torture…

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Security team recovers 251 stolen livestock after confrontation with bandits in Marsabit
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A multi-agency security team has recovered 251 sheep and goats stolen by suspected bandits in Loiyangalani Sub-County, Marsabit County, in…

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Ex-priest arrested in Kiambu over alleged treasonous social media posts
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A 44-year-old former Catholic priest has been arrested by detectives over allegations of publishing online content that authorities claim advocated…

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Homa Bay: SHOFCO scales up empowerment programs with new resource centre, youth fund
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Kasipul Constituency residents are set to benefit from expanded community empowerment opportunities after Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) opened a…

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46 years later! Gilgil – Nyahururu Metre Gauge Railway returns
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Kenya Railways is set to resume operations along the 77.8km Gilgil-Nyahururu Metre Gauge Railway (MGR) branch line as part of…

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Unmasking the hook: Inside the battle to shield Kenya’s youth from silent nicotine addiction
HEALTH .

Public health advocates and government officials have intensified calls for the urgent enactment of the Tobacco Control Amendment Bill 2024,…

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Kenya’s youth at risk: Unmasking the growing tobacco and nicotine epidemic
OPINION .

As the world commemorates the World No Tobacco Day 2026, Kenya faces an urgent and growing public health crisis, with…

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Unmasking the hook: Inside the battle for stricter tobacco and nicotine regulation
OPINION .

As the global community approaches World No Tobacco Day on 31 st May 2026, the theme Unmasking the appeal –…

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