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Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:00:48 +0300
EALA MP Florence Jematia arrested
Jematia was arrested on Wednesday morning within Nairobi's Westpark Estate and driven to Nairobi Area DCI offices for grilling.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:25:00 +0300
I knew nothing of Sh1.3 billion heroin on ship, says Pakistani
A Pakistani charged with trafficking heroin worth over Sh1.3 billion has denied being involved in a drugs syndicate.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Kisumu yearns for peace as election chaos survivors search for justice
The chaos witnessed in Kisumu again in 2017 was a stark reminder that the ogre of violence had not been slain.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Mwangi Wa Iria keeps his cards close to chest in bid for top job
Murang'a Governor and Usawa Kwa Wote party leader Mwangi wa Iria has also been urging Mt Kenya residents to register to vote in large numbers...

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Snarl-ups expected as traffic is rerouted on Mombasa island
Motorists entering or leaving Mombasa island are today expected to face a major disruption, following the implementation of a new traffic flow.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
City Hall staff in strike threat over Sh490m withheld deductions
Nairobi County workers have threatened to go on strike in 21 days over failure by City Hall and NMS to remit Sh490.5 million in statutory deductions.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Politicians cautioned against holding meetings at night
Security agencies in Narok have warned politicians against holding campaigns at night.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Agricultural Finance Corporation board seeks nod to engage banks for funds
The Agricultural Finance Corporation board now wants to be allowed to borrow funds from financial institutions for its operations.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
How 50 years of farming, mining have been killing wetlands locally
Mining and agricultural activities have claimed nearly half of Kenya's wetlands over the last 50 years, according to two reports.

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
'I saw on TV my Sh220m assets being destroyed' - Businessman
A businessman is seeking Sh220 million compensation from the Kenya Railways Corporation after the agency demolished his business premises in 2020.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 21:19:13 +0300
Class seven pupil beaten for eating extra chapati
A standard seven pupil at Gremon Education centre, Mombasa County is nursing serious injuries after he was allegedly beaten up by teachers.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:51:28 +0300
Kengeleni, only proof of struggle against slavery 170 years ago
Mackinon Market was the main ivory and slave market. Mombasa Old port was the exit point for the slaves.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:12:42 +0300
Didmus Barasa acquitted of violence charges due to lack of evidence
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa has been acquitted in a case in which he had been accused of planning to cause violence in Kabuchai last year.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:15:00 +0300
Wanted: Police hunt for EALA MP Florence Jematia over incitement
Authorities say they want the EALA MP Florence Jematia for urging Mochongoi residents to buy guns and arm themselves against banditry attacks.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:06:15 +0300
Migori leaders' bid to push up voter registration
Rigorous vetting of eligible applicants slowed down the process. Migori has so far registered 15,234 new voters against the projected 110,869.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:47:18 +0300
Spy Queen Jane Mugo causes drama in court
Charged with threatening to shoot a businessman, Mugo burst into tears claiming there were kidnappers in the court who were determined to kill her.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 13:17:59 +0300
Three counties stare at starvation as rains fail, crops dry
Residents of the lower Eastern region are staring at drought and food insecurity following failed rains that caused poor harvest in the last season.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 12:39:13 +0300
UDA legislators decry alleged slow issuance of IDs
The legislators have alleged a scheme by the government to delay the issuance of IDs to residents of UDA perceived strongholds.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:34:47 +0300
Fire engulfs shopping complex in CBD
Property worth millions of shillings has been destroyed in an early morning fire at Sunbeam Shopping Complex along Mfangano Street in Nairobi CBD.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:46:42 +0300
Kambi ya Moto residents barricade road in protest over increased crime
The protestors from Kambi ya Moto area took to the streets to raise concerns over what they termed a rise in cases of insecurity and shortage of water

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:20:00 +0300
Too close to call: Analysts say Kakamega governor contest crowded and needs tact
It will be a battle of brains versus brawn, given the academic credentials and experience of the candidates.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:06:03 +0300
Hope as 200,000 starving locals get relief food
Severe hunger in the county has pushed livestock to Laikipia and Isiolo counties in search of pasture and water.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Why bowsers at burial sites are an attraction for thirsty villagers
Guests from afar seem perturbed by the activities at the "water point".

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Squatters facing eviction from disputed land
The squatters have been asked to pay between Sh1 million and Sh10.5 million by April 15 to continue occupying the land.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Growing of traditional foods and leafy vegetables declining in Kisii
Medical experts recommend leafy vegetables for patients suffering from diabetes and those keen on avoiding lifestyle diseases.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Kisumu estates acquired their names from heroes, events and pioneers
Ondele was among the first people to live in the area after migrating from Alego.

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0300
Water scarcity now blamed for clashes, displacement and stealing of livestock
On Saturday armed herders shot and injured two people in Lomoiywet, Mochongoi, Baringo County.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:38:00 +0300
Suspect arrested after explosive kills seven
The improvised explosive device (IED) exploded after a minibus ran over it in Hagasu, 10km from Mandera town.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 20:19:02 +0300
ARA gets nod to seize Sh111m from foreigner on transit to Dubai
Khalid Jameel Saeed was arrested at JKIA while attempting to leave the country on Friday while in possession of the money.

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 19:03:56 +0300
Man drugged, robbed of Sh596,000 after night out with woman
She left her helpless victim in the room unconscious and went to the bank to withdraw 596,000 from her bank account



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