October inflation rate cools to 2.7pc

Kenya’s month-on-month inflation has fallen for the second consecutive month to stand at 2.7pc in October compared to 3.6pc registered in September. Latest data by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) The reduction was as a result of reduced prices in the Housing, Water, Electricity, Gas and Other Fuels and transport indices which declined…

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Duale: Gachagua made more enemies than friends

Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has attributed the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua as Deputy President to his inability to build positive relationships with most leaders in the ruling party, UDA. Duale asserted that rather than fostering friendships, the impeached Deputy President alienated members of President William Ruto’s party and those from his home region of…

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Global leaders push for School Meals programmes by 2030 – Kenya News Agency

Ministers and other high-level government representatives from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America unveiled priorities to accelerate global collective efforts to ensure all children have access to school meals by 2030. The announcement, focused on pressing financial needs, was made at the second Ministerial Meeting of the School Meals Coalition Task Force, hosted by the…

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County collaborates with NIA to boost rice production in Nyando – Kenya News Agency

Kisumu County is partnering with the National Irrigation Authority (NIA) to enhance rice production in the Nyando region. This collaboration focuses on implementing advanced irrigation techniques and providing essential and modern agricultural resources to the local farmers. The newly installed rice mill by the Kisumu County Government at a cost of Sh30 million at the…

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World Athletics defend SPRINT docuseries amid criticism from Fred Kerley & Justin Gatlin

World Athletics defended Netflix’s “Sprint” docuseries, countering criticisms from Fred Kerley and Justin Gatlin, saying it revitalizes fan interest, markets athletes, and helps transition the sport beyond the Usain Bolt era. World Athletics director of broadcasting James Lord has dismissed claims from Fred Kerley and Justin Gatlin concerning the ‘Sprint’ docuseries on Netflix as he…

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National Equipment Support Program unveiled to bolster healthcare across counties

The Ministry of Health has introduced the National Equipment Support Program, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing healthcare infrastructure across Kenyan counties. The program, which will replace the Managed Equipment Services (MES) scheme, was unveiled by Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Harry Kimtai, in Kisumu. Counties will retain 15pc of profits generated under the program,…

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Diplomats urge Kenya to address human rights concerns

As Kenya prepares to take its seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in January 2025, diplomats from various international missions have raised serious concerns over recent human rights issues within the country. Representatives from the Royal Danish Embassy, Finland, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the British High Commission emphasized…

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