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Ruto arrives in China to push for rail, road and export deals

President William Ruto has arrived in China for a five-day state visit focused on strengthening economic ties, securing infrastructure funding and boosting Keny

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Five things that won Pope Francis followers, and earned him critics

Even in death, Pope Francis remains a polarising figure,to some, he was a Pope for modern times, while to others, he was a departure from sacred tradition

2 months ago

Mijikenda elders allege scheme to kick out KPA chairman

A section of Mijikenda elders have alleged a scheme by some Coast politicians to kick out Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) board chairman Benjamin Tayari.

2 months ago

Gloria Orwoba: Ruto has failed Kenyan women

Criticising the appointment of Hannah Cheptumo as Gender Cabinet Secretary, the lawmaker argued that while Cheptumo may be a brilliant lawyer, she is not suited

2 months ago

Another Shakahola? Two dead, 57 people rescued in mysterious church incident

Police rescue 57 people from a church in Rongo, Migori, suspected of involvement in radicalised religious activity, two bodies found within the compound, invest

2 months ago

Expert: Kenya must review 'ambiguous' organ donation laws

Willis Okumu, the researcher at the center of a recent Deutsche Welle (DW) exposé on kidney trafficking, has called for a review of the Kenya Health Act of 201

2 months ago

Pope Francis's funeral set for Saturday

Pope Francis to be buried on Saturday, April 26 at 11:00am EAT in St Peter's Square, Basilica; public viewing of the body to start tomorrow, Vatican says

2 months ago

Pope Francis's funeral set for Saturday, Vatican announces

Pope Francis to be buried on Saturday, April 26 at 11:00am EAT in St Peter's Square, Basilica; public viewing of the body to start tomorrow, Vatican says

2 months ago

Understanding acne: How hormones, fungi, follicles trigger breakouts

Acne is more than just a cosmetic concern. It deserves the right diagnosis and treatment. With the correct knowledge and guidance, clearer skin is within reach

2 months ago