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Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu has revealed that she reprimanded President William Ruto for his announcement about the Tanga refinery, saying she was not aware of it beforehand. Speaking during the MoU signing and press conference at State House in Dar es Salaam, Samia pressed Ruto to explain the declaration made at the Africa We Build Summit 2026 in Nairobi, where he, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, and Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote discussed plans for a joint oil refinery. “Tulipokuwa tunaongea ndani kule. Nilimbana Ruto nikamwambia umekwenda kutangaza refinery Tanga mbona mimi sijui. Sasa atasema yeye mwenyewe kwa nini akatangaza.”
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Speaking at the inauguration of the United Nations Nairobi Expansion Project in Gigiri, UN Secretary-General António Guterres criticised the global financial system for forcing African countries to pay borrowing costs three times higher than those of developed nations, despite some having stronger financial stability and growth prospects. Guterres also called for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council and a stronger voice for Africa within the IMF and World Bank.
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Lawyer Joshua Malidzo, representing Katiba Institute, has criticised the Attorney General's office for failing to appear in court during proceedings challenging the proposed US-Ebola facility in Laikipia. He said the High Court nonetheless upheld earlier conservatory orders stopping the project and directed the government to disclose all related agreements, negotiations and operational documents.
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Laikipia Governor Joshua Irungu says the county government was not adequately consulted on plans for the US to establish an Ebola quarantine centre at Laikipia Airbase. He warned that his administration would strongly oppose any move to operationalise the facility within the county, arguing that health is a devolved function and that local authorities should have been involved in the process.
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Man leaves bikers stunned after casually walking into a drainage tunnel along Thika Road.
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Nanyuki residents have voiced strong opposition to plans for an Ebola quarantine facility in their town, arguing it should not be situated near residential areas. They questioned why Kenya should host the facility instead of the DRC, where outbreaks typically occur, and vowed to mobilise against its establishment in Nanyuki or anywhere else in the country.
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President William Ruto has revealed that he is setting up a research laboratory at his farm, saying innovation and scientific research should be central to Kenya’s development. Speaking at State House, Nairobi, where he awarded charters to KAIST and KEMRI, Ruto said equipment for the lab has already been procured and is on the way. Ruto: I am already developing a lab on my farm. I have gotten some equipment which is on its way for a lab at my farm because I believe the future of a nation is in making sure that research becomes front and centre of everything that we are doing.
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President Ruto has alleged that the Mediheal Hospital owner sought his personal intervention to stop the suspension of the facility over alleged kidney trafficking. Speaking at State House during a meeting with Bungoma clerics, Ruto said the government has shut down nearly 1,000 health facilities linked to malpractice and fraud. He claimed some were operating as fronts for corruption rather than genuine healthcare provision. Ruto: Hapo Eldoret kulikuwa na hospitali yenye accountants wengi kuliko wauguzi. Hospitali gani ina accountants wengi? Wanafanya nini hospitalini? Walikuja kunitafuta wakisema sisi ni watu wa nyumbani, lakini nikawaambia lazima tuweke mambo ya afya sawa.
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Gen-Z activist Chama, popularly known as “Mr Speaker Sir,” has resurfaced after 1 year and 9 months in hiding following his role in the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests. Chama said he can no longer live in fear despite alleged threats to his life, adding that he has chosen to begin a new chapter by speaking out openly rather than remaining in hiding. He also announced that Embakasi East MP Babu Owino will act as his advocate in any matters concerning him. 🎥Babu Owino
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Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna hits out at South Mugirango MP Silvanus Osoro and Kisii Governor Simba Arati, claiming he was betrayed by the leaders. Sifuna to Osoro: Hakuna siku tutakula na wewe, Kama mluhya, wacha njaa iniume. Sifuna to Arati: Sikutarajia siku nitasalitiwa, utakua mmoja wao na kua wa kwanza kusema 'Sifuna must go! Wacha nirudishe mkono, 'Simba must go!''. He spoke during the funeral service of Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka's mother, Mama Teresia.
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A video has surfaced showing Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen declaring that the government will not cooperate with any investigations into killings committed by police officers. Murkomen: If a police officer is taken to court for using their gun to protect themselves or government premises, we will not cooperate with anyone attempting to punish them for doing their job or protecting their lives. Our stance is clear: we will provide legal representation to any officer facing trouble.
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Dramatic footage captures DCI detectives arresting six suspected robbers in Nairobi’s South B area. The gang, accused of terrorising residents across various city estates such as Westlands and Parklands, was finally caught yesterday following an operation by the detectives.
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Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has urged opposition leaders to unite ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying a joint ticket is the only way to defeat President William Ruto. Speaking during the burial service of the late Ann Nyatoro, mother of EALA MP Kanini Kega, Sifuna said Ruto should not get another chance to be president. Sifuna: We are convinced that there is no other formula other than a united ticket against William Ruto. So, whatever needs to be done, if we can forgive each other, let’s forgive each other, but let’s not give our brother another chance to become president.
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Media personality Ian Mbugua blocks an overlapping government vehicle in Nairobi’s CBD.
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