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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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Kenyan Green Groups Urge Stronger National Park Protections Amid Development Push

Over 170 environmental organisations are calling on the Kenyan government to reinforce legal protections for national parks, expressing concern that current development plans could severely impact vital ecosystems and wildlife habitats.

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Oct 8, 2025

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Sifuna Urges Kenyans to Uphold Health Privacy Amidst Public Discourse

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has called on Kenyans to respect individual health privacy, a fundamental right enshrined in the Constitution and protected by national legislation.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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US Attorney General Bondi Faces Grilling Over Comey Indictment, 'Weaponisation' Claims

US Attorney General Pam Bondi's recent Senate Judiciary Committee testimony has ignited a fierce debate over the politicisation of justice, with implications for the independence of legal institutions globally, including in Kenya.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Simple Bathroom Hygiene Crucial Amidst Kenya's Sanitation Challenges

Maintaining a clean and fresh bathroom is vital for health and well-being, especially in Kenya where inadequate sanitation infrastructure contributes to widespread preventable diseases.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Gideon Moi's Entry Rattles UDA Ahead of Baringo Senate By-Election

Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi's decision to contest the Baringo senatorial by-election has forced the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to re-strategize, setting the stage for a high-stakes political contest. The by-election follows the death of Senator William Cheptumo in February 2025.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Ruto Launches KSh 50,000 NYOTA Grants to Empower Youth

President William Ruto's administration has rolled out the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, a KSh 5 billion initiative offering KSh 50,000 grants and training to over 820,000 young Kenyans.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Cherargei Criticises LSK President's Resignation from Compensation Panel

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has publicly criticised Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo's decision to resign from the Presidential Committee on Compensation of Victims, citing it as a sign of weak leadership.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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CS Kinyanjui Urges COMESA States to End Border Delays

Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui has called for the elimination of non-tariff barriers and unnecessary border stops to boost intra-COMESA trade and regional competitiveness.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Hustler Fund Faces Repayment Crisis Amidst Youth Empowerment Drive

Kenya's flagship Hustler Fund, designed to boost financial inclusion, is grappling with a high default rate, raising questions about the effectiveness of its lending model and the broader strategy for youth economic empowerment.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Mukurweini MP Warns Opposition Against Division Ahead of 2027 Polls

Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia has cautioned Kenya's united opposition against internal divisions, asserting that their strength lies in public demand rather than individual leaders. He warned that a leader-driven approach could lead to rejection by voters in the 2027 general election.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Government Launches KSh 5 Billion Youth Empowerment Program

The Kenyan government has rolled out a KSh 5 billion initiative, NYOTA Mtaani, aimed at empowering 820,000 young people, including those with disabilities, through grants, skills training, and job creation.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025

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Opposition Blamed for Low Voter Registration Turnout

Political analyst Herman Manyora attributes the low turnout in ongoing voter registration to the opposition's failure to offer compelling new ideas, potentially impacting future election dynamics.

SOStreamline Official

Oct 7, 2025