Beyond thanking the government and those who attended the memorial, Ida used her message to celebrate her husband’s contribution to the country and the values he championed throughout his political career.
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DCI arrests four suspects in multi-county anti-narcotics crackdown
The four arrests across the three counties bring renewed attention to the challenge of controlling the distribution and sale of illicit substances in Kenya
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NCBA shares face trading suspension as Nedbank takeover nears completion
The announcement follows the closure of the offer on July 10, 2026, after which Nedbank published preliminary results showing that shareholders had tendered a substantial portion of NCBA's issued ordinary shares.
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Kenya’s political party register hits 107 ahead of 2027 polls
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) last week issued registration certificates to six additional parties, while more than 30 other outfits have obtained provisional registration.
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Sifuna explains what Linda Mwananchi will consider before awarding tickets
He said the movement intended to learn from the experiences of established political parties, adopting practices that promote electoral success while avoiding those that undermine internal democracy
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CS Wandayi says Raila’s supporters are behind Ruto ahead of 2027 polls
Speaking at a rally in Nandi on Saturday, October 17, Wandayi told Ruto that followers of the late opposition leader, popularly known as Baba, were supporting his presidency, pointing to a shift in political loyalties as the next election draws closer.
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New Communications Authority of Kenya plan targets privacy risks linked to recycled phone lines
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) says the planned system will allow service providers, including bulk SMS companies, to establish whether a number has changed hands before sending subscription-related messages.
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Education newsTVET trainers suspend strike after government agrees to address grievances
The union’s Secretary-General, Kepher Oguwi, said the decision to suspend the planned industrial action followed discussions with officials from the Ministry of Education and the Competency-Based Education and Training Assessment and Certification Council (CDACC).
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KMA raises alarm over safety of healthcare workers after Ebola infections
In a statement issued on October 19, 2026, the association urged the Ministry of Health and its partners to strengthen workplace safety measures and ensure healthcare workers affected by the outbreak receive timely treatment and the assistance they need.
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Kenya receives Ebola response supplies worth Sh83.39 million from India
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Woman says rape allegation against Jay-Z was false
The woman, identified in court documents as Jane Doe, filed a lawsuit in 2024 accusing Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, and Sean “Diddy” Combs of raping her at a party following the MTV Video Music Awards in 2000. She alleged that she had been drugged before the incident.
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Harris, who comes from Dumfries, was recognised for attracting the largest crowd ever recorded for a DJ set by a single artist. The performance took place on February 8, 2026, during the free pre-carnival street party Bloco Skol on Rua da Consolação.
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Sheeran has faced criticism after American rapper Macklemore was dropped as an opening act following his pro-Palestinian comments at a concert in New Jersey earlier this month.
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Filmmaker Nchogu warns NGOs against using poverty images to tell Africa’s story
She argued that her experiences working on NGO productions made her increasingly conscious of the images being created about Africa
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Vijana Barubaru put duo career on hold as members go solo
The two said their time as Vijana Barubaru has played an important role in shaping their careers, giving them a shared history and a strong bond that they will carry into their next chapter.
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Safaricom launched its Ethiopian operations in 2022 through Safaricom Ethiopia, entering a market where state-owned Ethio Telecom had long held a dominant position.
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AU calls for restraint and inclusive dialogue as DRC conflict deepens
The conflict has displaced millions of people and drawn neighbouring countries into a crisis shaped by regional rivalries, security concerns and competition over territory and mineral resources. M23 has maintained control of Goma, the capital of North Kivu province, since January 2025
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US warns Americans against traveling to Kenya, flags Nairobi estates and several counties
In Nairobi, the US government has singled out Eastleigh and Kibera, warning American citizens against travelling to the two areas because of the risk of crime and kidnapping.
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Marwa takes over Nairobi Rivers Commission as Ruto revokes Wanjiru’s appointment
Bishop Wanjiru, a politician, televangelist and presiding bishop of Jesus Is Alive Ministries (JIAM), was appointed to head the commission in late October 2024. However, in August 2026, she gave 30 days’ notice of her intention to leave the position by August 31.
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Sifuna can match Raila’s influence if he puts Kenyans first, Kwenya says
Kwenya said although Kenya currently lacks a politician who can match Odinga’s ability to engage people across different ages and social backgrounds, he believes younger leaders like Sifuna could emerge to fill that gap
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China defeat leaves Kenya needing resilience against record-breaking USA
Kenya’s 3-0 defeat to China exposed the fine margins of World Cup football, with goalkeeper Mishel Okoyo helping limit the damage. The Junior Starlets now face the USA before a potentially decisive meeting with Samoa.
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