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Agriculture CS Munya Launches New Drought-Resistant Maize Variety to Boost Food Security

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya has launched a new drought-tolerant maize seed variety aimed at improving harvests for farmers in arid and semi-arid regions. The government plans to make the variety widely available at subsidized rates to enhance food security.

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Jun 2, 2025

Health

Deadly Night Fire Sweeps Through Mathare Slum, Claiming Lives and Displacing Dozens

A deadly fire that broke out in Nairobi’s Mathare slum late Sunday night resulted in at least six fatalities and displaced numerous families. Authorities are investigating the cause, suspected by some residents to be electrical, while providing aid to those affected.

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Jun 2, 2025

Agriculture

Heavy Sunday Rainfall Triggers Flash Floods Across Several Low-Lying Areas of Nairobi

Intense rainfall in Nairobi on Sunday evening led to widespread flash flooding in several low-lying areas, including Eastlands and Lang’ata, causing significant traffic disruptions and inundating homes. County emergency crews are working to assist affected residents.

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Jun 2, 2025

Health

Decades of Waiting: Gachagi Slum Residents Protest, Urge Kakuzi Plc to Honor 2010 Land Settlement Agreement

Hundreds of residents from the Gachagi informal settlement in Murang’a County are demanding that Kakuzi Plc fulfill a land allocation agreement made in 2010, stating that only a fraction of the promised 10,000 beneficiaries have received plots.

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Jun 2, 2025

Education

Milestone for Kenyan Higher Education: Local University Breaks into Global Top 500 Rankings

A leading Kenyan university has achieved a historic milestone by being ranked among the top 500 universities globally for the first time, attributed to its significant improvements in research output and international academic collaborations.

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Jun 1, 2025

Entertainment

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

Entertainment

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

Health

Security Briefly Breached as Woman Attempts to Reach President Ruto’s Motorcade at Madaraka Day Event

A woman caused a minor security scare at the Madaraka Day parade in Homa Bay when she briefly breached security barriers in an attempt to approach President Ruto’s departing motorcade. She was quickly subdued by the security detail, and the convoy was momentarily halted.

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Jun 1, 2025

Sports

Mombasa's Jamhuri Stadium Receives Major Upgrade to FIFA Standards, Boosting Youth Sports

The Kenyan government has completed the renovation of Jamhuri Stadium in Mombasa, upgrading it to FIFA specifications with new turf and lighting. The project aims to boost local sports development and enable the hosting of national competitions.

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Jun 1, 2025

Business

Mombasa-Based NGO "Hope for Youth" Launches Empowerment Initiative with Vocational Training and Micro-Grants

The Mombasa-based NGO, Hope for Youth, has launched a new program aimed at empowering unemployed young people through vocational training in skills like carpentry and ICT, complemented by micro-grants to help them establish small businesses.

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Jun 1, 2025

Politics

Kenyan Parliament Debates Controversial Tax Amendments on Luxury Goods Amid Public Concern

The Kenyan National Assembly is currently debating proposed amendments to the tax code that would increase levies on luxury goods. While government officials argue the changes are necessary for revenue

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Jun 1, 2025

Health

Kenyan High Court Delivers Landmark Ruling Affirming Equal Land Inheritance Rights for Women

In a landmark decision celebrated by gender equality advocates, the Kenyan High Court has ruled that women have equal inheritance rights to land as men, thereby overturning discriminatory customary practices and affirming constitutional principles of non-discrimination.

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Jun 1, 2025

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