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Nairobi launches Beijing-inspired underpass network to unclog central business district

Construction has begun on the Greenpark Terminus Pedestrian Underpass, a 500-metre Beijing-inspired walkway at Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway designed to protect pedestrians, improve traffic flow and complement other major road projects aimed at easing Nairobi’s congestion.

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Power Drill and a Garden Spade: Viral Video of School Cooks’ Unconventional Ugali-Making Technique Sparks Online Debate

A viral video showing two Nairobi school cooks using a power drill and a garden spade to prepare a large batch of ugali has sparked a nationwide debate about food safety and hygiene.

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Jul 14, 2025

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Inaugural Nakuru Film Festival Kicks Off, Showcasing Kenyan Cinematic Talent

The inaugural Nakuru Film Festival opened on Sunday, featuring a diverse lineup of Kenyan films and documentaries. The event aims to provide a platform for local filmmakers, promote the country's film industry, and includes screenings and workshops.

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Jun 1, 2025

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Nyeri War Memorial Officially Declared National Heritage Site to Preserve Historical Legacy

The Nyeri War Memorial, honoring colonial-era war heroes, has been officially gazetted as a national heritage site by Kenya's Ministry of Culture. This designation aims to ensure its preservation and promote historical education.

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Jun 1, 2025

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Annual Kisumu Music Festival Lights Up Rusinga Island, Celebrating Local and East African Talent

The annual Kisumu Music Festival kicked off over the weekend at Rusinga Island Amphitheatre, featuring a vibrant lineup of Kenyan and East African artists performing diverse genres. The event aims to promote cultural heritage, support musicians, and boost regional tourism.

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Jun 1, 2025

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Retired Chief John Wanjala Makhanu Rallies Bungoma Residents to Embrace Madaraka Day Spirit

A retired chief in Bungoma, John Wanjala Makhanu, who witnessed Kenya’s first Madaraka Day in 1963, has encouraged local residents to actively participate in the celebrations, emphasizing it as a patriotic duty to honor the nation's history and foster unity.

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Jun 1, 2025

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Major Traffic Snarl-Up on Nairobi-Mombasa Highway Following Fatal Multi-Trailer Collision Near Emali

Kenyan police have reported major traffic disruptions on the Nairobi–Mombasa highway after a collision involving three trucks near Emali resulted in one fatality. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes via Machakos–Wote–Makindu during the ongoing clearing operation.

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May 30, 2025

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Nairobi County Plans CBD Hawker Ban and Enhanced CCTV Surveillance, Inspired by Indian City Model

Following a study visit to Rajkot, India, Nairobi County officials announced plans to ban street hawkers from the Central Business District and expand CCTV coverage. The new measures aim to improve public order, cleanliness, and traffic flow, with designated vending zones for informal traders.

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May 29, 2025

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Kenya Mourns Literary Titan: Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o Passes Away at 87

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Kenya’s most acclaimed novelist and a towering figure in African literature, has died at the age of 87. His family announced his passing on May 28. Tributes from leaders and literary figures worldwide have poured in, celebrating him as a champion of truth and justice.

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May 29, 2025

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Kenyan Television Captures Global Stage with Strategic Partnerships

Kenya's television industry marked continued global emergence in March 2025, exemplified by D&R Studios' partnership with Germany's Rushlake Media to boost international distribution of Kenyan content.

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Mar 31, 2025

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An Evening with Janey: Live Music Charms Eldoret's Tobis Gardens

Eldoret's live music scene was graced by artist Janey at Tobis Gardens on March 29, 2025. The evening performance, starting at 6:30 PM, promised "the magic of live music," adding another quality event to the growing entertainment calendar of Kenya's fifth-largest urban center.

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Mar 29, 2025

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GOSPO MEDIA's "Mombasa Out" Unites Hearts in Song

The GOSPO MEDIA FAMILY CHORALE presented "MOMBASA OUT" on March 22, 2025, a musical celebration in Mombasa. Marketed as an event where "music will awaken souls and unite hearts," it aimed to provide an unforgettable experience of joy and unity for both dedicated music lovers and casual attendees.

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Mar 22, 2025

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M-PESA Marks 18 Years of Innovation with Epic Marathon Concert

Safaricom hosted an epic 18-hour marathon concert at Uhuru Park on March 21, 2025, to celebrate M-PESA's 18th anniversary. Featuring over 18 top DJs and a constellation of Kenyan music stars, the event paid tribute to M-PESA's transformative impact on financial inclusion in Kenya.

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Mar 21, 2025