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19 Kenyans killed fighting in Russia-Ukraine war, 32 missing

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:20:12 +0200

19 Kenyans killed fighting in Russia-Ukraine war, 32 missing

Kenya's foreign minister said on Thursday 19 citizens had died fighting on the Ukrainian frontline and 32 others were missing, as criticism mounts over reports of the forced enlistment of Kenyans into the Russian army.

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Kenya floods leave roads impassable in Syokimau

Sat, 02 May 2026 21:55:10 +0200

Kenya floods leave roads impassable in Syokimau

Motorists and residents in Syokimau, Machakos County, just southeast of Nairobi, are facing major disruption after heavy rains triggered flooding in the area.

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Kenya temporarily waives fuel standards to combat Iran war shortages

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:50:10 +0200

Kenya temporarily waives fuel standards to combat Iran war shortages

Kenya will temporarily waive fuel quality standards in response to shortages due to the war in the Middle East.

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Waste pickers in Nairobi boost recycling skills by playing a board game

Fri, 01 May 2026 21:50:10 +0200

Waste pickers in Nairobi boost recycling skills by playing a board game

Waste pickers in the Kenyan capital are being trained how to be more productive and help the environment - by playing a board game. They learn about the circular economy, sustainable practices and how to advocate for their own needs.

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Health sovereignty focus of Nairobi summit following US aid cuts

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:45:10 +0200

Health sovereignty focus of Nairobi summit following US aid cuts

US cuts to international aid should push the African continent to take charge of its own services. That was the message from the heads of the World Health Summit as a three-day conference wrapped up in Nairobi on Wednesday.

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Record-breaking marathoner Sawe receives hero's welcome in Kenya

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:45:09 +0200

Record-breaking marathoner Sawe receives hero's welcome in Kenya

Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday when he returned to Nairobi after his record-breaking win at the London Marathon.

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Kenya's President William Ruto hosts marathon record breaker Sawe

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:45:09 +0200

Kenya's President William Ruto hosts marathon record breaker Sawe

President William Ruto held a more formal welcoming ceremony Thursday, where he described Sawe's win as “a defining moment in the history of human endurance.”

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Last Kenyan officers leave Haiti as new international security initiative begins

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:40:08 +0200

Last Kenyan officers leave Haiti as new international security initiative begins

The last contingent of Kenyan police officers has left Haiti, bringing an end to the UN-backed Multinational Security Support Mission, that’s been in place since 2024.

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China’s zero‑tariff push wins backing from South Africa and Kenya

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:40:07 +0200

China’s zero‑tariff push wins backing from South Africa and Kenya

Officials and business leaders in South Africa and Kenya are welcoming China’s new zero‑tariff policy for 53 African nations, saying it will open fresh trade opportunities, cut costs for small businesses, and strengthen economic ties across the continent.

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Kenyan appeal court overturns ruling that affirmed the right to abortion

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:25:07 +0200

Kenyan appeal court overturns ruling that affirmed the right to abortion

A Kenyan appeals court has overturned a landmark ruling that access to abortion is a fundamental right. In Kenya, where abortion is legal but widely taboo, the decision could push more women and girls toward unsafe, backstreet procedures. Still, some say the court made the right call.

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Kenyan appeal court overturns ruling that affirmed the right to abortion

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:20:07 +0200

Kenyan appeal court overturns ruling that affirmed the right to abortion

A court of appeal in Kenya Friday overturned a ruling that affirmed the right to access abortion, setting up a legal clash that is likely to be appealed again to the Kenyan Supreme Court.

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Kenya's societal changes see rise of professional mourners

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:40:08 +0200

Kenya's societal changes see rise of professional mourners

How do you guarantee a good turn out at a funeral? In Kenya, some families are hiring professional mourners to give their loved ones the ultimate send-off.

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Kenya hikes fuel prices as supply tightens

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:35:08 +0200

Kenya hikes fuel prices as supply tightens

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) blamed a surge in imported fuel costs for the hikes

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Chinese national sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle ants out of Kenya

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:30:08 +0200

Chinese national sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle ants out of Kenya

A Chinese national has been sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle ants out of Kenya. Zhang Kequn was arrested at Nairobi airport last month with more than 2,000 ants hidden in his luggage.

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Kenyan private sector slips back into contraction amid Middle East fallout

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:55:07 +0200

Kenyan private sector slips back into contraction amid Middle East fallout

In Kenya, private sector activity contracted in March for the first time since August 2025. Companies are reporting lower output and fewer new orders, amid weaker purchasing power and disruptions linked to the war in the Middle East.

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Vermicomposting: The tiny worms transforming Kenyan farms

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:55:06 +0200

Vermicomposting: The tiny worms transforming Kenyan farms

They are voracious eaters, and when added to waste and livestock dung will chomp through the contents, aerating the beds and producing compost that's pH-balanced and pathogen-free.

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Rare mountain bongos return to Kenya

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:45:07 +0200

Rare mountain bongos return to Kenya

A group of critically endangered mountain bongos bred in European zoos are being prepared for transfer back to Kenya, as part of a long term effort to rebuild wild populations of one of Africa’s rarest large mammals.

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Nairobi floods shed light on disaster preparedness inadequacies

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 13:27:52 +0200

Dozens of people were killed in March as successive deluges overwhelmed homes, businesses, and informal settlements in the Kenyan capital, highlighting vulnerabilities in urban planning and infrastructure. The deadly floods have raised urgent questions about how the city can better prepare for future disasters.

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UN appoints former Haiti PM Garry Conille as Resident Coordinator in Kenya

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 19:35:09 +0200

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed former Haitian prime minister Garry Conille as the new UN Resident Coordinator in Kenyan, the UN said on Wednesday.

Conille took his post on Wednesday, according to a press release.

"Mr. Conille brings over 20 years of experience in international development, humanitarian affairs and public administration to the position, with a strong record of leadership across the United Nations system," the statement read.

The 60-year-old politician has worked with the United Nations since 1999, including as Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean at the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

Kenya’s Greenland Girls School offers teenage mothers a second chance at education

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:30:09 +0200

Kenya’s Greenland Girls School offers teenage mothers a second chance at education

In Kenya, Greenland Girls School in Kajiado County is breaking new ground by providing education to teenage mothers, many of whom bring their children with them to the boarding school.

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